Cubase 5 - Advanced Music Production System

Cubase 5 adds even more creative possibilities and new technologies to the world’s premier music production software - providing the finest tools to artists in any musical genre. VariAudio and Pitch Correct provide integrated intonation editing for monophonic vocal recordings. Groove Agent ONE and Beat Designer change the game for beat creation, while the revolutionary LoopMash seamlessly blends loops, creating unimaginable variations. VST Expression tools for composers combine with the first VST3 convolution reverb and improved automation for more dynamic mixes. And an array of additional enhancements and 64-bit technologies boost performance - all designed to inspire further musical creativity and productivity.

Cubase 5

  • Beat Creation and Loop Mangling
    Cubase 5 features outstanding new tools for creating beats, generating exciting new rhythms and working with loops.
  • Vocal Editing and Pitch Correction
    Cubase 5 comes with an amazing new toolset for perhaps the most important element in any song: the vocals.
  • New Dimensions for Your Mix
    Cubase 5 has numerous new features that will help you bring new depth to your mix — in more ways than one.
  • Express Creative Visions
    With Cubase 5, Steinberg has innovated even further to offer even more creative compositional tools.
  • Next-Generation Performance and Faster Workflow
    Cubase 5 also includes an array of additional new ways of working faster, with added performance that takes advantage of new technologies.
  • Further Improvements and Added Value
    Cubase 5 comes with redesigned and enhanced features plus many new handy tools and functions, making Cubase even more intuitive to use than ever before.

Cubase 5 New Features and Details

Cubase 5 Comparison Chart

Cubase 5 New Feature Highlights (PDF)

Minimum System Requirements:

Macintosh (minimum requirements.)

  • Power Mac G5
  • 1024 MB RAM
  • OS X Version 10.5.5
  • Display Resolution 1280 x 800 pixels
  • CoreAudio compatible audio hardware
  • DVD-ROM drive
  • 4 GB free hard drive space
  • USB component port for copy protection key

Windows (minimum requirements)

  • 2+ GHz processor (Dual Core or more recommended)
  • 1024 MB RAM
  • Windows XP (SP2) Home or Pro, Windows Vista
  • Display Resolution 1280 x 800 pixels
  • Windows DirectX compatible audio hardware; ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low latency performance
  • DVD-ROM drive
  • 4 GB free hard drive space
  • USB component port for copy protection key

Steinberg News


New TOOLS for MR version 1.5.2 for Windows available


Update on Windows 7 and Snow Leopard Compatibility


CI2 Driver Patch 1.0.1 now available for Windows users


Hans Zimmer Music Studio in Angels & Demons Blu-Ray and 2-Disc DVD Release


Darryl Pearson Advocates Steinberg Gear


Steinberg announces CI2 USB Interface


$300 rebate for MR816 series! 9/1/09 through 1/31/10.


Keyboard Wizard Remix Contest - enter to win!


Cubase Essential 5 is shipping in the USA. August 24, 2009


The Grand 3 is shipping in the USA. August 6, 2009


Guitar Center Sessions with Steinberg


Nuendo 4.3 Update Released, July 31, 2009


New VST Expression Maps from Chris Hein now available, July, 2009


Steinberg North America attends Summer NAMM 2009


Free Cubase iC Application Now Available


Learn Cubase Online with Berkleemusic.com

Summer term begins June 29th, 2009.

Learn more


Steinberg North America announces new Recording and Hardware Packages, May, 2009


Win the Cubase 5 Ultimate Recording Package!


MR816 CSX / X Compatibility with FireWire 800 Equipped Mac Computer, April 29, 2009


Steinberg Releases 5.0.1 Update, April 8, 2009

Steinberg is pleased to announce the latest update to Cubase 5.

Download the latest update to Cubase Studio 5.


Steinberg Releases Firmware update for MR816 Series, April 7, 2009

Steinberg is pleased to announce a new firmware update for the MR816 CSX and MR816 X Advanced Integration DSP Studios.


Steinberg announces
The Grand 3


Donny Gruendler’s new Drum Educational DVD recorded and mixed with Cubase


Sequel helps Baltimore City Students achieve MILEstones

Baltimore City Students use Steinberg’s Sequel in the classroom


Steinberg Launches VST PlugIn Zone