Experience.Innovation.Cubase 5.

N E W F E A T U R E H I G H L I G H T S

Reinvent RhythmBeat creation and loop manglingat its finest

* Available in Cubase 5 only

Mash it up*LoopMash is a revolutionary virtualinstrument that offers a uniqueand innovative way of creativelyworking with loops and beats tocreate stunning new rhythms andgrooves. Seamlessly blendablevariations of both the includedloops and any loop from yourlibrary open up a myriad of newcreative possibilities.

Its innovative audio analysis/ syn-thesis engine, developed in collab-oration with Yamaha, matches sim-ilar elements across loops andbeats, generating fresh and inspir-ing “mash-ups” from any rhythmicaudio material. By simply draggingexisting loops from MediaBay orthe Project Window onto Loop-Mash, entirely new and uniquevariations are created on the fly.

Drum sampling deluxeGroove Agent ONE pairs power-ful drum sampling with detailedsound shaping. Not only does itboast sliced loop and MPC-import but rocks right out of thebox with its own custom library ofonly the finest drum kits!

The ultra-tight integration intoCubase 5 allows you to mapsliced Cubase audio parts or mul-tiple audio events across the padsby simply dragging them directlyto Groove Agent ONE. And con-verting the beat to MIDI is just amatter of draggingback a MIDI filecontaining thegroove from GrooveAgent ONE to theProject Window!

Beat itBeat Designer is a hot new beatconstruction plug-in that allowsyou to get hands-on with beatsfor step programming and design-ing drum patterns in an easy yetpowerful way.

Beat Designer comes with dozensof beats in various styles perfectlymatching the Groove Agent ONEkits to get you going right away— and so much control, ease ofuse and functionality that you’llkeep coming back.

Total vocal editing*VariAudio offers completely inte-grated vocal editing and pitchalteration of individual notes inmonophonic vocal recordings andcan solve intonation and timingproblems with only a few mouseclicks.

VariAudio starts its magic bydeeply analyzing the entire vocalmelody and transcribing eachindividual note, with a maximum-resolution display of all detectednotes as well as the Micro-Pitchenvelope. From here on in, youhave complete control over themelody and intonation. All detect-ed notes and segments can beconverted to MIDI notes. Thisopens up further creative possi-bilities, taking recorded vocalmelodies from audio into the MIDIdomain, allowing you to build newarrangements and orchestrationson top of recorded vocals —a whole new approach to usingvocal melodies in the creativeprocess.

Bridging the gap between tradi-tional MIDI and audio editing,VariAudio is the perfect tool forimproving or creative note-editingof vocal lines in a very intuitiveand musical way — even after thesinger has already left the studio.

Play the PitchSeamlessly integrated vocal editing and pitch correction toolset

* Available in Cubase 5 only

On-the-fly pitch correctionDesigned for vocal and soloinstrument recordings, the newPitchCorrect VST3 plug-in bringseasy and automatic intonation con-trol and scale correction of vocaland monophonic instrument re-cordings to Cubase.

PitchCorrect is based on theacclaimed Yamaha Pitch Fix tech-nology and constantly detects thepitch of the input material and im-mediately corrects it to match tothe closest pitch of a user-specifiedscale, including minor, major, chro-matic and custom scales.

Beside cosmetic corrections,the independent controls forformant shift, pitch-correction, de-tection and detune also give plentyof room for creative use —andabuse — of audio material!

Maximum DepthNew dimensions for your mix

Experience in space*REVerence is the world’s firstVST3 multi-channel convolutionreverb processor, being capableof emulating speakers, analoggear and any natural room or hallimaginable — in stereo or sur-round with over 70 responsesincluded.

REVerence combines pure usa-bility and a wealth of creative op-tions like the independent controlsfor early reflections and the built-in EQ controls with outstandingsonic properties to add that extrasparkle and illusive 3D depth toany mix. REVerence is the choicefor the discerning professionalwhen it comes to first-class natu-ral space simulation.

Rule-based consolidationAutomating the MIDI area of pro-ductions has also been made farmore transparent. Rule-basedconsolidation of part-based MIDIcontroller data and track-basedMIDI automation data routed tothe same target eliminates con-flicts and fuses the two systemstogether.

This best-of-both-worlds ap-proach really comes to life withthe brand-new ability to view andedit MIDI track automation sideby side and inline with existingMIDI controller data in the KeyEditor or the Project Window.

New automation handlingThe new automation handling inCubase 5 is now more transpar-ent and flexible than ever before,the centerpiece being the largenew automation panel for light-ning fast access, offering a uni-fied point of control for all auto-mation settings.

The composer’s choiceVST Expression is an ultra-intuitivenew way of working with multipleinstrument articulations, for exam-ple of huge orchestra libraries,and introduces an editing conceptthat is not only user-customizablebut is also fully integrated withthe Key and Score Editors.

VST Expression makes workingwith instrument articulations easieras it separates articulation com-mands from note events. Insteadof handling all those MIDI control-lers for switching articulations,VST Expression allows seamlesslyand transparently integrated edit-ing as well as full control overmultiple articulations. Articulationsnoted in the Score Editor can beplayed back immediately in realtime by orchestra or any othersample-based libraries — evenwhen the sound playback devicehas changed.

The ideal symphonicinstrumentCubase 5 contains a 90-day fullyfunctional trial version of theHALion Symphonic Orchestra16-bit Special Edition, providinga wealth of acoustic orchestralinstruments at their best, includingan almost inexhaustible range ofarticulations and expressive play-ing techniques. Thanks to the sup-port of the new VST Expressionfeature, HALion SymphonicOrchestra 16-bit Special Editiongives you total control of the awe-some emotive power and sheersonic majesty of a full symphonicorchestra.

Your signature trackCubase 5 comes armed with twobrand-new track types: SignatureTrack and Tempo Track. Theseextremely useful new track typesoffer total control over tempo andtime signature directly in theProject Window, letting you visu-alize and edit tempo and signaturechanges within the project con-text.

Even more expressionThe HALion ONE sound libraryhas been expanded with a newset of studio-quality instrumentsfeaturing 14 new instruments withmultiple articulations for naturaland expressive performances.With each articulation assignedto a key switch, the new Expres-sion Set 01 is perfectly suited toexplore VST Expression.

SuperconductorExpress creative visions

The composer’s choiceVST Expression is an ultra-intuitivenew way of working with multipleinstrument articulations, for exam-ple of huge orchestra libraries,and introduces an editing conceptthat is not only user-customizablebut is also fully integrated withthe Key and Score Editors.

VST Expression makes workingwith instrument articulations easieras it separates articulation com-mands from note events. Insteadof handling all those MIDI control-lers for switching articulations,VST Expression allows seamlesslyand transparently integrated edit-ing as well as full control overmultiple articulations. Articulationsnoted in the Score Editor can beplayed back immediately in realtime by orchestra or any othersample-based libraries — evenwhen the sound playback devicehas changed.

The ideal symphonicinstrumentCubase 5 contains a 90-day fullyfunctional trial version of theHALion Symphonic Orchestra16-bit Special Edition, providinga wealth of acoustic orchestralinstruments at their best, includingan almost inexhaustible range ofarticulations and expressive play-ing techniques. Thanks to the sup-port of the new VST Expressionfeature, HALion SymphonicOrchestra 16-bit Special Editiongives you total control of the awe-some emotive power and sheersonic majesty of a full symphonicorchestra.

Your signature trackCubase 5 comes armed with twobrand-new track types: SignatureTrack and Tempo Track. Theseextremely useful new track typesoffer total control over tempo andtime signature directly in theProject Window, letting you visu-alize and edit tempo and signaturechanges within the project con-text.

Even more expressionThe HALion ONE sound libraryhas been expanded with a newset of studio-quality instrumentsfeaturing 14 new instruments withmultiple articulations for naturaland expressive performances.With each articulation assignedto a key switch, the new Expres-sion Set 01 is perfectly suited toexplore VST Expression.

Experience the X64advantageNative Cubase 64-bit supportunder Microsoft Windows Vista64 increases the addressablememory from 2 GB to an aston-ishing 1 terabyte — placing moretracks, plug-ins and a whole lotof more samples of the biggestlibraries right at your fingertips!

Low latency for allCubase 5 takes full advantage ofthe latest WASAPI* audio drivertechnology in Microsoft WindowsVista and supports generic andon-board sound hardware withlower latencies than ever before.

Total exportThe new Channel Batch Exportassists in exporting audio files forindividual channels or busses sort-ed by type with one action — idealfor exchanging projects withoutbeing dependent on matchingplug-in sets or creating an audio-only archive of the project.

MediaBay optimizationsAll aspects of MediaBay havebeen expanded and improved inCubase 5, including the visibilityof existing media content, moreadvanced and transparent tag-ging, faster searching and brows-ing, and overall improved perform-ance.

Further enhancementsThanks to the new info-line, theSample Editor now allows evenfaster access to the most impor-tant parameters. The LogicalProject Editor profits from numer-ous improvements, including moredestinations and new Search andActions functions. Cubase 5 alsofeatures a more straight-forwardapproach to handling multipletakes and lane management. Andwith mobile musicians in mind,Cubase lets you now use thecomputer keyboard or the mouseto play virtual instruments or editMIDI notes.

In the Fast LaneNext-generation performance and an even smoother workflow

* Windows Audio Session API is the new driver model from Microsoft for Windows Vista operating systems.

Cubase 5Cubase 5 combines the latest composition andmixing tools with a streamlined workflow to helpartists bring their creative visions to life.

Cubase 5 adds even more creative possibilities andnew technologies to the world’s premier musicproduction software — providing the finest tools toartists in any musical genre. VariAudio and PitchCor-rect provide integrated intonation editing for mono-phonic vocal recordings. Groove Agent ONE andBeat Designer change the game for beat creation,while the revolutionary LoopMash seamlessly blendsloops, creating unimaginable variations. VST Expres-sion tools for composers combine with the first VST3convolution reverb and improved automation for moredynamic mixes. And an array of additional enhance-ments and 64-bit technologies boost performance— all designed to inspire further musical creativityand productivity.

Cubase Studio 5Cubase Studio 5 is the comprehensive workstationtailored to project studios and creative musicians.Based on the same core technologies as the Cubase5 advanced music production system, the streamlinedCubase Studio 5 offers professional tools for com-position, recording, editing and mixing.

Boasting a wealth of new capabilities unmatched inits price range, such as VST Expression and up-to-the-minute VST3 instruments and effects, like thenew Groove Agent ONE drum machine and BeatDesigner step sequencer as well as the new Pitch-Correct intonation effect, Cubase Studio 5 offersunsurpassed performance in its price class.

FAMILY VALUES:Award-winning Cubase 32-bit floating-point audio engineSimultaneous playback of audio tracksMIDI tracksAudio channel Insert slotsGroup channelsFX Send channelsFX Return channelsInstrument tracksMIDI plug-in Insert slotsPitchCorrect (VST3 plug-in)Groove Agent ONE (drum-sampling VST instrument)Beat Designer (specialized drum step sequencer)MIDI effects plug-insProfessional score layout and printingVST Expression (easy instrument articulation management)

DIFFERENCIATORS:Physical inputs/outputsVST instrument slotsExtended channel EQ (VST3 studio EQ)REVerence (VST3 convolution reverb processor)LoopMash (loop-mangling VST instrument)VariAudio (note detection/editing and intonation control for monophonic vocal recordings)

VST3 audio effects plug-insVST3 instrumentsInstrument soundsExternal FXMediaBay and VST Sound supportControl Room5.1 surround supportFull MP3 Fraunhofer encoding

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PC • Mac OS X 10.5.5• PowerPC G5 (Intel Core Duo CPU recommended)• 1024 MB RAM• Display resolution of 1280x800 recommended• CoreAudio compatible audio hardware• DVD-ROM drive with dual-layer support• 4 GB of free HD space• USB component port for Steinberg Key (copy protection)• Internet connection required for license activation

• Windows XP (SP2) or Windows Vista*• 2 GHz CPU (dual core CPU recommended)• 1024 MB RAM• Display resolution of 1280x800 recommended• Windows DirectX compatible audio hardware

(ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low-latency performance)• DVD-ROM drive with dual-layer support• 4 GB of free HD space• USB component port for Steinberg Key (copy protection)• Internet connection required for license activation(* The included Cubase 5 64-bit version natively supports Vista 64.)

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For a complete overview of the features, please visit the Steinberg website at www.steinberg.net.

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