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Sidechain inputs are now available on most VST3 plug-ins included with Cubase Studio 4.1. Thanks to the new “free routing” architecture (see below) virtually any signal in the VST mixer can be used as a Sidechain input signal. Sidechain is a crucial function for audio-controlled effects such as ducking (compression controlled by an audio source). Sidechain control functions are pre-defined for each supported plug-in: Sidechain signals on dynamics plug-ins like compressors control the signal gain, modulation effects have LFO control. The amount of the effect can be precisely controlled.
Version 4.1 gives you complete freedom when routing audio in your project. The new routing capabilities allow totally unlimited routing between group channels regardless of their order, and supports sending from groups to FX returns.
Thanks to the new Inspector-style section, the Sample Editor in Cubase Studio 4.1 is now more ergonomic and quicker to use. The Inspector consolidates all audio editing functions, especially those used for musical tempo operations including Musical Mode, AudioWarp and Hitpoints. Related functions are grouped together in the same place for easier access, including tools for finding out loop tempo, timing adjustment and altering the pitch of a sample.
A new section has been added to the Track Inspector: Quick Controls. This set of eight user-definable realtime controllers gives ultra-fast access to any parameter available on the current track. Significantly speeding up workflow, Quick Controls are available for Audio, MIDI and Instrument Tracks, and can control any mixer parameter for audio and instrument tracks, insert plug-in parameters, VSTi parameters and MIDI controllers for MIDI and instrument tracks. Track Quick Control assignments are setup for each track and saved with both the project and in the Track Presets so they’re always available in any project once setup and saved. These new quick controls develop their full potential when used in combination with a remote controller. Setup is easy thanks to a MIDI learn function. Once assigned, remote control knobs or fader functions will follow the track selection.
The powerful Cubase Studio MediaBay system has seen some major improvements in version 4.1:
Cubase Studio 4.1 adds a new track type: Global Transpose. This new feature makes it so easy to create new musical arrangements based on loops, or experiment with chord progressions without having to edit each part on each track individually. The new track type controls all Audio, MIDI and Instrument Tracks, and includes a special new “Bound” feature that keeps transposition within the range of one octave. The new Root Key function affects the entire project including the Transpose Track, allowing for extraordinarily quick transposition of an entire song in just a few clicks.
The advanced Arranger Track has ereplaced and improved on the Play order Track concept, and introduces new pattern-based features to enhance creative experimentation with song arrangement as well as offer new ways of using Cubase Studio for live performance:
The powerful Logical Editor is now available on the project level, opening up countless new possibilities for task automation and project-wide “power editing”. With the Project Logical Editor, you can manipulate tracks and parts/events, including folder tracks in ways that can radically enhance workflow. This new editor applies user-defined actions to any, all or multiple selected parts/tracks in one single step. But that’s not all. The Project Logical Editor comes with a large selection of Logical Editor Presets, which are available directly from the Edit menu. But you can create your own presets which are automatically added to the Preset menu. To top things off, all Project Logical Editor Presets are also available as targets for user definable key commands.
Here are just a few examples for possible Logical Editor operations: ·
The Project Logical Editor is an extremely powerful tool that can make a huge difference to production and editing workflows.
Sequel is Steinberg’s entry-level Music Creation and Performance software. Cubase Studio 4.1 now supports import, playback and editing of Sequel projects. Sequel projects can be opened just like regular Cubase Studio projects, with no conversion needed. All sounds and effects are available, as well as Transpose Track and Arranger information. Of course, all sounds and effects can now be fully edited within Cubase Studio, and the project saved in the native Cubase Studio 4 format. In addition to project import, Cubase Studio 4.1 also provides full access to the extensive loop library included with Sequel, provided that Sequel is installed on the same system. This means access to up to 5000 exciting audio and MIDI loops covering a huge variety of today’s music styles that automatically follow the Project Tempo and Transpose Tracks. Browsing and searching for loops from this library is just as simple as in Sequel – thanks to the powerful MediaBay.
MusicXML is a data format for interchange of musical scores supported by an increasing number of companies to facilitate the exchange of musical scores between applications. Cubase Studio 4.1 now supports both MusicXML import and export, becoming the center of a multi-platform and multi-application music score workflow. In comparison to MIDI files, MusicXML includes not just note information, but also layout information. Cubase Studio 4.1 can read scanned scores from applications such as SmartScore, Capella-Scan, PhotoScore Professional and others. MusicXML Export allows for transfer of scores to specialized score layout/publishing software such as Finale, Sibelius, or capella Media Producer. More than 60 software applications currently support MusicXML; a current overview and more information about MusicXML can be found here: http://www.recordare.com/xml/software.html#NowBoth
Cubase Studio 4.1 now fully supports Windows Vista32. A Preview Version for Vista64 is also available, which runs natively as a 64-bit application and supports up to 128GB RAM.
The following new or updated plug-ins have been added to Cubase Studio 4.1:
The new VST Plug-in Bridge in Cubase Studio 4.1 ensures maximum compatibility of plug-ins. 32-bit Windows versions of plug-ins and instruments can be used in Cubase Studio running on Vista 64. Mac PPC-only versions of plug-ins can be used in Cubase Studio on Macs with Intel processors. While fully compatible, the plug-ins running through VST Bridge should be replaced with native versions whenever available.
QuickTime compatibility has been enhanced, with Cubase Studio 4.1 now compatible with the latest and most popular video formats and offering more flexibility and enhanced image quality:
Several enhancements have been added for improved drum editing:
Support for multiple projects open at the same time is one major advantage of Cubase Studio. 4.1 sees further enhancements to this feature, with a new option to open a project in an inactive state. This new function significantly reduces load times and saves system resources, as multiple projects can now be opened and parts or entire sections can easily be copied from one project to another without projects using additional CPU and RAM resources.
Hardware remote controllers now have access to Instrument Tracks and the Studio Sends (Control Room), as well as the new Track Quick Controls in Cubase 4.1. For instrument tracks, instrument parameters can now be accessed from a remote control device. The list of controllers using these new functions includes Mackie Control, Mackie HUI, Steinberg Houston, SAC-2K, Yamaha 01X and Yamaha DM2000.
Mac users with an Apple Remote will be pleased to find their little infrared remote control available as a remote device in Cubase Studio 4.1., with “Apple Remote Control” now available from the device setup window. Apple Remote is provided as a preset but is fully customizable for hundreds of available functions. (OSX-only)
Cubase Studio 4 owners have access to hundreds of great-sounding instruments using HALionOne, which is delivered with sample-content taken from Yamaha’s award-winning Motif synthesizers. This sound library also includes a complete General-MIDI Sound-Set. With Cubase Studio 4.1, Standard MIDI Files can be imported and played directly using the HALionOne GM Sound-Set. With the new “Import To Instrument Tracks” preference enabled, dragging a MIDI File into Cubase Studio will automatically set up instrument tracks with HALionOne and select the correct GM sound.
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