Steinberg has released Cubase 13, a major update to the DAW that brings refinements to the user interface, new features, the return of the Steinberg Vocoder, workflow improvements and much more.
Here’s what’s new in Cubase 13:
The VocalChain plug-in combines all processing steps of the vocal mixing workflow in one plug-in, helping to make vocal recordings sound professional. The new VoxComp in Cubase Pro and Cubase Artist is available as a highlight of the VocalChain plug-in and as a separate plug-in. It is a compressor designed specifically for vocals that gently tames recordings without compromising clarity, transients or expression.
The MIDI editors in Cubase have been enhanced with several new features that streamline composition workflows in many ways. The powerful Range Selection tool is now available in MIDI editors. Cubase Pro users can view and edit multiple parts directly from the MIDI editors.
The Step and MIDI input functions have also been improved, and MIDI CC recording can now be simplified for further editing.
The Chord Pads have also been completely redesigned and enhanced with new features. The integrated chord assistant and fifth circle make it easy to find creative chord progressions, with presets that offer excellent starting points.
New compact orchestra library – With 140 articulations for 34 instruments in a compact 5 GB library, Iconica Sketch is a simple score program that allows anyone, from beginner to professional composer, to create full orchestral scores of the highest quality.
In Cubase 13, the legendary Steinberg Vocoder returns. Users can create classic robotic vocals or add analog flavor to instruments with up to 24 filter bands, sidechain input and in-depth control. There are two new equalizers, the EQ-P1A and the EQ-M5, to add an extra touch of class to any production, while Black Valve is a classic tube compressor with plenty of warmth, character and sonic detail.
Other changes in cubase 13:
- New Spectral Warp modes in the Sampler Track for extreme manipulation and powerful envelope making.
- Five new sample packages from Grammy-winning producer Beat Butcha, creative mastermind Sharooz and acclaimed sample boutiques 91Vocals and Touch Loops.
- New track versions for the video track to make working with new video edits more convenient.
- More flexible configuration of where playback begins.
- A new Tap Tempo feature on the Transport Bar.
- Change from mono to stereo channel and vice versa with one click.
- New options for greater flexibility and control when importing tracks, events and time ranges.
- New key commands
- Ready for widespread adoption of MIDI 2.0
- Windows-compliant multi-window processing and an improved Windows video engine, including GPU hardware decoding for H264 and better overall performance.
