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Steinberg
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Getting Started 
- I used Steinberg Cubase SX 3 for a brief while before I switched systems and changed over to Pro Tools a number of years ago. I ran SX 2.0 for the most part, but also ran this version for a little while. This version is now pretty outdated, but it does still float around there. I didn't have any issues as far as installation goes, as it was a pretty simple process overall, however, after using it for a little while I did have some performance issues which I will speak more about in the next section. As far as the interface of Cubase SX 3 goes, it is definitely better than its predecessor in 2.0. It is easy to use and offers up a lot more features as well. The manual for SX 3 is pretty complete, but I didn't need to consult it too often since it is a pretty easy piece of software to use.
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Suitability/Performance
- When I ran Steinberg Cubase SX 3, I ran it on a Hewlett Packard Pavilion dv8000 lap top. The computer had a 3.0 GHz single core processor and 2 GB of RAM. I was also running SX 2.0 on the same system before I upgraded up. However, I found that 3.0 wasn't as friendly in terms of performance as 2.0 was for whatever reason, which is part of the reason that I switched over to a Mac and now run Pro Tools. Every so often I would get some error messages and the whole session would crash, which is definitely not something that I was interested. I was able to recover the session afterward without a problem. While it didn't happen often, it was often enough where it became annoying. However, as far as the performance of the software in terms of speed, I was able to run the software just fine with a good amount of tracks and plug-ins...
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Overall Opinion
- While Steinberg Cubase SX 3 is definitely a powerful piece of software, if you're interested in a sequencer of this type, I'd recommend looking into the newer versions of Cubase. Although I haven't used the new ones as extensively, they have a better interface and offer up more plug-ins and better performance. Having said this, SX 3 is a fine piece of software on its own that will get the job done for the most part. If you're looking for your first piece of recording software and are on a tight budget, but like the Cubase family, it might be worth it to get this version and save a bit of money if you don't necessarily need all of the new features that come with Cubase 4 and 5.
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Getting Started
- Installing the Steinberg Halion virtual symphony orchestra software wasn't a problem at all and only took a short while. I didn't have any compatibility problems as I ran this within Steinberg Cubase, so everything was compatible. The interface of the software is quite user friendly as it isn't hard to choose between the different instruments and even to change specifics about the sounds and to change the effects. After playing around with the software for a little while I was able to understand pretty much everything going on with it and I have little doubt that most of you out there will be able to do the same and for this reason I don't think that a manual is necessary.
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Suitability/Performance
- I am no longer running Steinberg Halion as I no longer use Cubase SX, but when I did I ran it on a Hewlett Packard lap top with a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. The only reason I no longer use it is because I have switched to Pro Tools and this isn't a compatible piece of software with Pro Tools. While I was running this in Cubase I was able to run it quite well without any processing power problems. As long as you have a decent system I think you'll be okay with running this software.
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Overall Opinion
- I first used Steinberg Halion about four or five years ago as it was one of the first virtual orchestras that I used and used it a lot as I was always impressed with the sounds. While they aren't the most realistic looking back, they do get the job done if you want to get some orchestra sound in your songs at a cheap price. It is versatile software which definitely adds to the reasons that this is a good piece of software. The price is reasonable, but I would probably recommend looking into the newer versions of this software as it probably sounds better and is more up to date...
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Getting Started
- Installation of the Steinberg Q-Metric plug-in wasn't a hard process at all and was one that was pretty pain free. The whole installation process only took a few minutes and I was able to use the plug-in fairly quickly from the beginning of installation. The interface of the software is a bit more complex than most software EQs, but this isn't to say that it is really complex at all, there is just more going on than in most other EQs. It has 7 bands - three mid range bands, a high and low cut and high and low shelve. The mid range bands have knobs for frequency, Q, and gain, while the other bands don't have knobs for Q but have the others. The plug-in also has features for 'max quality,' double sampling and overall volume level. Everything is laid out conveniently and a manual isn't needed in my opinion because of this easy to follow interface.
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Suitability/Performance
- I've never had any troubles running a few of these at a time, although I haven't ever had a need to use more than three or four at a time. While I no longer use this plug-in in my set up, I used it for a good while in Cubase SX that I ran with a Hewlett Packard lap top that had a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. Since Steinberg makes both this plug-in and Cubase SX, the compatibility was great and it always ran quite smoothly for me.
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Overall Opinion
- While I liked using this plug-in a lot, I haven't used it since I got my Pro Tools rig because there isn't a version of this plug-in that can be used in Pro Tools. This being said, if you are running a Steinberg based sequencer like Cubase or Nuendo, I would definitely recommend looking into Steinberg Q-Metric because it is a good sounding plug-in that is easy to use and compatible with these pieces of software. However, if you have another sequencer of Pro Tools, I would look elsewhere as I don't know how well this would transfer to another type of software if it would at all...
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Getting Started
- The Steinberg VB-1 Virtual Bassist plug-in came installed with Cubase SX when I was running that software, so the installation process was as easy as installing the sequencer software. Since both were made by the same company, I had no compatibly problems and since installing the software have never had any issues with it at all. The interface of the plug-in is pretty easy to follow as it only has a few different parameters - one for shape, one for damper, and one for overall volume. It also has a wide variety of presets that really come in handy when you are trying to pick the perfect sound. I've never seen the manual for this plug-in, so I can't speak to how helpful it is or not when trying to learn this software.
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Suitability/Performance
- While I have since upgraded my system to Pro Tools LE and no longer run this plug-in or Cubase SX, when I did I ran it on a Hewlett Packard lap top that had a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. While I didn't use this plug-in everyday, when I did I never had any problems at all running it. I would really only run one at a time and I believe that most will be doing the same, but I can't say how well it would run if you wanted to run a lot of them at once, but I'm not sure why anyone would want to do that anyway.
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Overall Opinion
- I've been using the Steinberg VB-1 Virtual Bassist plug-in for about four or five years and while I no longer have the proper software to run it with, it definitely served me well when I was using it. Since it came with Cubase SX for me, the price was virtually free and I know it is pretty cheap even if you buy it on the side. The sounds on the Steinberg VB-1 Virtual Bassist plug-in are pretty good and work great when you want to put down a MIDI based bass track. If you are looking for a nice and easy to use plug-in that will give you a wide array of different bass guitar sounds, the Steinberg VB-1 is worth a try.
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Getting Started
- Installing the Steingberg A1 was a quick process as it came installed when I installed my Steinberg Cubase SX software. I had no compatibility problems at all as the same manufacturer made both the soft synth and my sequencer. After installing the Cubase SX software the A1 had already installed itself and was ready for use within a total of minutes. The interface of the Steingberg A1 may take a little while to figure out but this is only because there is so much to dive into. It has sections for two different oscillators, as well as a mixer section, a filter secion, a chorus/flanger section, an LFO, a filter envelope, and an amplifier envelope. This allows for a ton of control over your tone and if this isn’t enough, there are a ton of different presets that always come in handy.
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Suitability/Performance
- When I was running Cubase SX, as I now use Pro Tools LE I ran it and the Steingberg A1 on a Hewlett Packard lap top that has a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. With this set up I never had any problems running this software and while I would only run one at once, I’m assuming that is that amount that most people are using this, as it doesn’t make that much sense to have a bunch of these running at once. However, I don’t think that you would have too much trouble running a bunch of these soft synths at once as they run smoothly and stably.
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Overall Opinion
- I've been using the Steinberg A1 for about five years and I've found it to be an overall great sounding software synth. I love the presets that this has and I've used them a lot in addition to all of the different sections that this software offers. While there are some better and cleaner sounding software synths, the cheap price makes the Steinberg A1 a formidable option. Overall, highly recommended to those running a Steinberg sequencer who want a good sounding and cheap soft synth.
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Getting Started
- Installing the Steinberg Spectralizer was a quick process and it was as easy to do as any other plug-in out there. I had no compatibility issues with my machine at all and the whole process of getting the plug-in up and running only took a matter of minutes. The interface of the plug-in is easy to follow for the most part as the sliders and other parameters are clearly labeled. The plug-in has sliders for input, gain, mix, 2nd, and 3rd, has buttons for solo and kick and has a section to set the frequency and density as well. There is then a meter on the left to show the differences in sound. I don't have the manual for the Steinberg Spectralizer, but it is easy to use and you really don't need one if you don't have it.
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Suitability/Performance
- I ran the Steinberg Spectralizer in Cubase SX when I used to run it before I got Pro Tools LE, and I ran it on a Hewlett Packard lap top that has a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. I never had any problems running the plug-in within this set up and having both a Steinberg made sequencer and plug-in makes for perfect compatibility. I was able to run a few of these at once if I wanted but usually would only run or two at a time as I never used it excessively.
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Overall Opinion
- I first started using the Steinberg Spectralizer plug-in about five years ago and while I no longer run this plug-in, it is a nice plug-in and the only reason I no longer use it is because I have switched my software from Cubase to Pro Tools and I don't believe that this plug-in will work in Pro Tools. The sound quality of the Steinberg Spectralizer a big plus as it makes it possible to enhance your audio on a number of different levels. The price isn't too expensive and if you are looking to enrich your dry digital audio, this plug-in can definitely help you do to that. This is a great plug-in that must be looked into by users of Steinberg sequencers and other softwares that will accept the format.
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Getting Started
- Installing the Steinberg Mastering Edition plug-in bundle was quite simple and as easy as installing any other plug-in that I have used. I had no compatibility issues at all as I was running these plug-ins within Steinberg Cubase SX. I had everything installed within a matter of minutes and it didn't take too long after that to figure out what everything does within each plug-in. The bundle contains a loudness maximizer, a filter, a compressor, a spectrograph and phasescope, and a spectralizer. While I mostly used the compressor and the loudness maximizer, all of the plug-ins in this bundle are very helpful when it comes to mastering. The interface of the plug-ins is pretty easy to follow and while I've never seen a manual for this bundle, it is easy to use and you really don't need one if you don't already have it.
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Suitability/Performance
- When I was running the Steinberg Mastering Edition plug-in bundle I was running it in Cubase SX on a Hewlett Packard lap top that has a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. I never had any problems at all running these plug-ins within this configuration, as everything always ran smoothly and stably for me. Since these are indeed mastering plug-ins, I usually only run one of each at a time and nothing really beyond that, so I can't speak to how well they would run if you wanted to use multiple plug-ins at once of each. However, since they are designed for mastering I am assuming that most will be using them like I have used them, which is only for mastering and only one at a time. For this type of use I've never had a problem with the Steinberg Mastering Edition bundle.
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Overall Opinion
- I've been using the Steinberg Mastering Edition bundle for about five years and it is definitely an effective mastering plug-in suite. It has pretty much everything you would want for mastering and each of the plug-ins in the bundle are useful and easy to use. They also sound great and each plug-in is also pretty versatile. The price of the Steinberg Mastering Edition bundle is also very reasonable and is really perfect for the home studio owner looking to get a few mastering plug-ins on a budget. I've come to trust Steinberg's software and this plug-in bundle is another example of their fine work.
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Getting Started
- Installing the Steinberg Magneto plug-in wasn't a problem at all because it installs itself when you install Cubase. I used to run Cubase SX 2.0 before I got my Pro Tools rig and this was one of my plug-ins I used within that configuration. Steinberg Magneto always ran smoothly and stably for me without any compatibility problems or other issues. I've never seen the manual for Steinberg Magneto so I can't speak to if it is helpful or not when trying to figure out this plug-in.
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Suitability/Performance
- When I used this plug-in in Cubase SX 2.0 I was running it on a Hewlett Packard lap top that had a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. Steinberg Magneto and Cubase as a whole always ran pretty well with this configuration and while I didn't use this plug-in everyday, when I did use it I was able to run a few of them at once if I so desired. It can be used both as a stereo or mono plug-in.
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Overall Opinion
- I've been using Steinberg Magneto for about five years and while it wasn't my first choice for warming up a signal, it did work well for me when I found a place to use it. The plug-in is pretty easy to use as it has knobs for high filter, tape speed, drive, characteristics, input, and output. It also has a series of buttons to determine what will show up on the meters. Since the plug-in came free with Steinberg Cubase SX, I can't really complain too much about it, but suffice it to say that sometimes it doesn't always sound that realistic sounding. In other words, if you want to warm up your signal it is probably best to do so at the source or with your pre-amps or other hardware, as it is almost impossible to do so all the time with a plug-in. This being said, for those using Cubase, Steinberg Magneto comes in handy and is nice to have.
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Getting Started
- The Steinberg D-Esser plug-in came with my version of Steingberg Cubase SX, and came installed when I installed Cubase. For this reason there was no real additional installation needed after I installed the sequencer. The interface of the Steinberg D-Esser plug-in couldn't be any simpler than it is, as it only has a few parameters. There is a knob for s-reduction, a button for auto threshold, and buttons to choose between male or female vocals. There is also a handy meter and a slew of helpful presets to get you started. I've never seen the manual for the Steinberg D-Esser, and since it comes with Cubase I believe there probably isn't any. This is really a moot point because it is extremely easy to use and there is no need for any type of manual.
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Suitability/Performance
- I am currently running the Steinberg D-Esser on a Mac Book Pro that has a 2.2 Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo processor and 4 GB of RAM. I have also used this on a Hewlett Packard laptop that has a 3.0 Ghz processor and 2 GB of RAM. No matter which set up I have used this with, as it has worked great on both set ups. I don't use this plug-in all that often, so I usually only use one or two at a time, but it always works flawlessly when I do use it.
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Overall Opinion
- I've been using the Steinberg D-Esser for about five years and I've found it to be good sounding and easy to use option for D-Essing vocals. While I've heard some better sounding D-essers, considering that this comes with Cubase for free, it does its job well. The presets are great and it is handy to be able to store your own easily. While I don't believe you can use this plug-in outside of Cubase, for those of us that have Cubase this is a tool that needs to be utilized!
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Getting Started
- Steinberg Wavelab 4 digital audio mastering software was easy to install as I had no compatibility issues with my computer. I had the software up and running within minutes and the interface of the software is user friendly and easy to figure out. I don't have a manual for this, but it is easy enough to use I never need one. This being said, there are a lot of ins and outs to this program and having the manual could definitely prove to be beneficial.
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Suitability/Performance
- I have run Steinberg Wavelab 4 on a few different machines, but mostly have used it on a PC lap top - a Hewlett Packard Pavilion dv8000 that has a 3.0 GHz processor and 2 GB of RAM. I have used it on a few other PCs as well, all without any issues. Since this is a mastering and restoration piece of software, I don't need to run a lot of tracks at once with this. However, I am able to run as many plug-ins and effects processors as I'd like when using this software. It has always run smoothly on all of the machines that I have used this with.
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Overall Opinion
- I've been using the Steinberg Wavelab 4 for the last three or four years. It is an easy program to use, with a lot of power and capabilities. I use it mostly for mastering or for editing stereo audio files, and these types of applications are really what this program is made to do - and it does it well. Steinberg makes some powerful pieces of software that won't cost to much, which makes them a great option for home studio owners. Wavelab 4 won't cost too much when compared to some other mastering softwares. I highly recommend Steinberg Wavelab 4 for mastering and digital audio restoration.
