Steinberg Cubase 5.5 Available

The free update to version 5.5 adds new features and capabilities as well as a range of enhancements to existing instruments, functionality and workflow.

The update is now available for download for all registered customers of Cubase 5 and Cubase Studio 5 at www.steinberg.net.

The 5.5 update includes new enhancements for the Cubase audio engine that boosts performance in several areas, including improved resource handling for computers with multiple cores. Additionally, the included REVerence* convolution reverb and LoopMash* beat production tool have both been modified to offer better CPU efficiency, while the VST Bridge technology has also been updated to offer improved compatibility when using 32-bit VST plug-ins within a native 64-bit production environment.

Cubase 5.5 also sees a range of enhancements for both mixing and video work. Cubase users will note a new look to the Automation Panel, which also offers new automation commands such as useful new added Fill modes and improved Trim automation. The Quick Control system has now been extended to Group, FX, input and output channels, offering faster access to key parameters across a range of track classes. The new video engine offers full HD support, scalable performance and adds video playback capability via FireWire to the PC platform.
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Cubase 5.5 introduces enhancements to the range of onboard beat production tools. The oopMash* sees added functionality for more control with an update to version 1.2, including dedicated track level meters and volume controls plus a new global Similarity threshold slider. Groove Agent ONE receives 19 new drum kits made up of over 800 vintage drum machine samples as well as extended import/export features and a visual adjustment function for the start and end points for samples. The Cubase 5.5 sample editor also sees refinements in its hitpoint detection and audio warp definition capabilities, upgrading the included Cubase 5 audio and beat manipulation toolset.

The MediaBay sound management system has seen an overhaul with new features such as the Memo Recorder and integrated Virtual Keyboard, while the scrubbing function has been reengineered to offer enhanced audio quality and smoothness when scrubbing through audio. The Infoline display and toolbars also see GUI improvements to aid visibility and quick editing, while the Channel Batch Export window now features added export options.

*Feature included in Cubase 5.5 only