Cubase 13 is Here! 25+1 new features you SHOULD know!

[@davecuzztech]

Man cubase 13 is MASSIVE, no match for it, every community request has been heard and that we really appreciate that!

[@mugatu8732]

not a huge update for 100€ tbh@@JackaTrial

[@AudioJanitor]

Logic X

[@NeuroticNexus]

Not true and many, too many, leftovers, unfinished stuff, bugs and inconsitant gui. It works, but well, so long time went by and that's it? Take off the content and plugins, how few is then in the update and please read the Steinberg forum to understand how poor this "massive" new version is

[@davecuzztech]

@@NeuroticNexus im a game music producer and Cubase make my creation so easy bro, i have tried Studio One, FL Studio, Pro-Tools and Cubase make this so easy for me at least! And i can customize my shortcuts to fit my needs!

[@davecuzztech]

@@AudioJanitor but IOS only, ima windows user :( i really love Logic Pro

[@ActualKaktus]

I'm glad that Steinberg has continued their focus on thoughtful workflow optimizations and tools that really matter. The MixConsole and range tool updates are especially appreciated. I want to live in a world where my incessant raving about Cubase isn't met with "it's too complicated". Updates like this get me closer.

[@shane864]

I've been using Cubase since way before the VST era and consider myself pretty experienced, but it's a side gig/hobby for me so Dom is a very regular source of "holy shit I didn't know that" and I just want him to know I appreciate the hell out of him, and anyone reading this to know that I'm an old head and this dude still teaches me new shit regularly. Easily the best source of Cubase info on the internet, I sincerely hope Steinberg is paying you a salary. Mad respect brother

[@kidjudge2428]

Mac Users : Cubase 13 works on Mojave 10.14.6 on older Mac Pro 2009-2012. This is HUGE for many! Thanks Dom for ALL your hard work!!

[@es__music]

I love the step editor changes and new multi-part midi editing! The only thing I wish Cubase could adopt is the folder tracks being group channels so I can see folders, both expanded or closed in the mixer and be able to put inserts or sends onto "folder group channels". Maybe Cubase 14!

[@giulioboobzilla]

datz what’s missing

[@TheUnknownization]

Totally! +1

[@RogerSartet007]

That's a valuable suggestion!

[@MrJAGG120]

I totally agree, this is so necessary! I went from Logic to Cubase and that's definitely something I miss when mixing

[@psyko45]

this! ☝

[@DjKantikOfficial]

😮As soon as I heard about it, I cancelled everything and came to the studio, now I bought it, I'm relieved 😍

[@fellassallef8885]

Ooo Kantik para çok galiba kanks :D

[@SteveStroud1977]

Great job Dom!

[@rich_in_paradise]

Great video! When I read the list of changes it sounded a bit underwhelming, but Dom's videos really emphasise the practical improvements and the real difference they make to your workflow.

[@jeremythomas2865]

Being able to easily view multiple midi channels and choose what you need to see and work with is so valuable. Fast fast fast! The vocal chain is very handy also. To simplify and make workflows quicker without compromising quality is awesome.

[@larryjulien4017]

Glad I found you. You are a born teacher!

[@InspelaRecords]

I was a Cubase user from 1990 on the Atari, and continued to use it on the PC from ‘99 to ‘02, then switched primarily to Logic when I bought a Mac. I’ve now returned to Cubase after a long time away and I’m finding your channel invaluable in relearning it!

[@magnuslervikmusic]

Steinberg never dissapoints me with the Cubase updates but I think this update is one of the best in a long time. So much very well thought out improvements in this update! Superb work Steinberg...for real!! Also, superb video Dom!

[@alinenunez4270]

as soon as i See Dom and new Steinberg release I have to come to this channel. the best in depth update about the new tools. thank you Dom . :D

[@christoph8605]

Dom, Many thanks for all your tips!!! An other useful thing about Cubase 13 is the click on the mouse wheel allow to move where you want. And one more word and sorry for your ego, but you're simply the best pedagogue on Cubase and for so many other things.

[@FRANKRICECOLD209]

Dude Just The Vocal Plugin Is Worth The $99 Upgrade For Me Thanks For The Video

[@DomSigalas]

My thought as well.

[@ChaseMusic87]

I thought Im the only one thinking. Glad im not alone 😁

[@serza7254]

Same for me too!

[@AvithOrtega]

23:40 I think the Step CC recording its still useful because it "granular", which translates into an almost 100% accurate recording performance, instead of the Ramp option, which from here I can see it "softens" the performance. but yeah, its very good that they are available!

[@pauliestorm]

Hey Dom... longtime Cubase user stuck on 11Pro. But I'm getting the upgrade to 13pro. I'm sure we can all agree that select videos on ALL of the new features would be awesome!!!😂

[@Miicrowahvei]

Fantastic new features that I have wanted for some time: the updated range tool, "Tap your tempo" -function, the ability to Configure where playback starts to precisely match your workflow, and Quick channel change: change channel type from mono to stereo or vice versa with one click. Love it!

[@Mars_Monkey]

This is great! The mono/stereo button was much needed. This is going to be fun.

[@SoundPeaks]

why was it much needed? I dont get it

[@Mars_Monkey]

@@SoundPeaks because I had to assign the macros to a keycommand go through the menu options everytime I had to convert a mono to stereo or vice versa. Now it's just a button on the channel and track.

[@SoundPeaks]

@@Mars_Monkey can you explain why do you convert? What is the goal? What are you trying to achieve? I mean I never do it and I never wanted to, what am I missing?

[@Mars_Monkey]

@@SoundPeaks Well, most of the time I like to switch certain drum sounds to mono so that they don't take up too much of the sound field and I like to control the sound field with mono to stereo plugins while mixing the arrangement. Mostly I like to do my bass in mono, and go further into the stereo field the higher the frequency, it keeps the mix down from sounding too muddy. When using plugins like Machine or Reason inside Cubase it always auto-creates stereo buses for the instrument tracks, now you can just switch those channels to mono automatically. Another reason it's good to have this functionality, if you're not using a plugin like Voxengo SPAN or other mid/side plugins, switching the main mix track to mono can help you get rid of any phase issues, making certain tracks in the mix disappear behind other sounds, it's good for mixing clarity. Overall, it was tedious having to open the rendering window anytime you needed to do so, now you just hit the button on the arranger Channel or mixer Track.

[@Mars_Monkey]

@@SoundPeaks Also, just to add, many other DAWs had that functionality already, so it's nice now to finally have that in Cubase.

[@AIMusicArtWriting]

Thanks man!!! I always learn so much from you and the content you post! Excellent work 👌👊

[@DomSigalas]

Thank you so much man, appreciate it!

[@duesenberger]

The video by Dom Sigalas gives a comprehensive overview of the new features of Cubase 13. Here is a summary of the most important points: 1. **New Mix Console**: - Revise the design for a more modern and fresh look. - Improvement of ergonomics, e.g. by double display of the channel name and integrated display of the channel strip. - Introduction of a new EQ view with filters and pre-gain in the mixer. 2. **Mono/stereo conversion**: - Implementation of a function that allows mono channels to be converted to stereo and vice versa with just one click. 3. **Range Selection Tool in the Key and Drum Editor**: - Allows you to easily copy and duplicate MIDI notes and controller data. 4. **Multi-Part Editor in the Key Editor**: - Enables simultaneous editing and viewing of multiple MIDI parts. 5 **New plug-in "Vocal Chain "**: - Provides a comprehensive processing chain for vocals with modules such as De-Esser, Compressor and EQ. 6 **Sampler Track Improvements**: - Introduction of shaper envelopes for filter, pitch and amplitude. - New audio warp modes for better sound quality when stretching. 7 **New Vocoder**: - Introducing a new vocoder plugin with different filter band options. 8 **New compressors "VoxCom" and "Black Valve "**: - VoxCom: Simple compressor for vocals. - Black Valve: Colourful compressor that emulates the LA-610. 9 **New EQs "EQP1A" and "M5"**: - EQP1A: Emulates a Pultec EQ. - M5: Known for its mid-range qualities. 10. **New Channel Tab**: - Provides direct access to important mix functions without having to open the mixer. 11 **Orchestra library "Iconica Sketch "**: - A complete orchestral library that comes with Cubase. 12 **Improvements to Chord Pads**: - More chord pads and new presets available. - Integration of Roman numerals to represent chord degrees. 13 **New Sample Packs**: - Introduction of new sample packs for different music styles. 14 **Improvements to Step Input and MIDI Step Input**: - Simplification of MIDI input and polyphonic addition of notes. 15 **New Tempo Functions**: - Introduction of a tap tempo function and simplified CC recording. 16 **Improvements to video work**: - Video tracks can now have versions, making it easier to deal with different cuts. 17 **New start modes and transport options**: - Adaptation to the working methods of other DAWs. 18 **Revised Key Commands window**: - Simplifies the search and assignment of keyboard commands. 19 **Expanded selection tools**: - New functions for expanding selection ranges and quickly renaming events. 20 **New input options for recordings**: - Enables the use of groups, effect channels and instrument tracks as input sources. 21 **New design for MIDI plug-ins**: - Modernisation of the user interface for MIDI plug-ins. This overview could serve as the basis for the creation of a guide or documentation that explains the new features of Cubase 13 in detail and helps users to utilise them effectively.

[@rennebach2]

For me personally: Dom is the Don of Cubase on YT! He helped me so much to learn about this fantastic and versatile daw. I really appreciate his lessons and if he ever offers a complete masterclass on udemy, I‘d be in for sure. Absolute Pro and always the guy you would wish for to sit next to while producing. 🙏

[@MastaGOfficial]

More flatter looks on the Cubase 13 pro are the reason why I choose Cubase 13 Pro as my main DAW for daily work.

[@E.T.musics]

❤im excited about the Vocal Chain! Cubase Tech is making it easier everytime for us especialy not pro producers😅

Thank you Dom for always pointing at the useful features of these release and especially for showing the ones that could not look the most important but that are actually real game changers in a daily use!

[@2RStudios]

fantastic... I guess they did not upgrade frequency..... .but many cool new features though... I will upgrade ASAP thanks as usual Dom

[@oasinwolf]

Just upgraded from 12 and I'm more than satisfied. First I'm SO glad we finally got rid of the title bar and have a tightly integrated window on Windows! The MIDI editor update is a life saver. The vocal utilities works beautifully. The 5GB Iconica Sketch is so cool to have! Thank you so much for the hard work and happy 40th anniversary :D

[@cyriljohn]

Thanks for your effort to show us those features! I downloaded 13P today and I noticed much faster project loading. So far this seems a great improvement. Looking forward to your in depth vids,nice work Dom🙏

[@dragannegovanovic9194]

Thank you Dom:-). I really appreciate your response!!

[@IamAbdulAhadShahzad]

I really enjoy to see Dom’s excitement. It is a pleasure experience to watch his videos

[@WayneDawkinsThePartyMan]

I stopped using Cubase after Yamaha bought it and dropped the ball on a controller they were developing for Cubase. I don't even remember the name of that thing. One turn off was when they switched to their own dongle but man o man Cubase is no joke now. I just remember back in the days cakewalk lead on midi and cubase more on audio because of Asio. Now it is clear they are definitely at the forefront. Wow time flies.

[@alainpatry]

Cubase 13 channel surfing.... from Chris to Dom! Fun morning! I love what they did to the chord pads. Looking forward to all your upcoming C13 deeper-dive videos!

[@dac21j]

Did the same : )

[@randomenergy8431]

Dom. I would really love it if Groove Agent step sequencer can be used for all the kits and not just the live kits. It would make beat making so much faster and I won't have to open Flstudio each time I want to make a quick beat in cubase. Keep up the great work 👍💪

[@LuLeBe]

I'm very happy to still be in the grace period from my cubase 12 upgrade. So I basically went from 11 to 13 for 99€. I only wanted the upgrade to get rid of the elicenser, but I'll happily take some of the new features as well!

[@compingharry]

Can't go wrong with Cubase...use it since Atari...I'm gonna check it out later...Thank you Steinberg, Thank you Dom

[@Audioknap_music]

Thanks Dom for this review! I bought 13 version and now I testing it.

[@CarminaIguana]

11:33: In listening to the example vocal, I suggest that the Vocal Chain also badly needs a Vocal Fry Removal tool. Without it, for vocals like the example, the rest won't help.

[@mpc40001014]

I love your channel and your knowledge on Cubase Dom. Your an amazing guy.

[@spositosound]

Amazing Dom! Thank you for this great overview! 🙏🏾

[@marcooni03]

Ahh these updates are massive , I haven’t updated my cubase for a few years but this is the year I will be updating defo,,, can’t wait for all the separate videos as everything you have mentioned is massive ,, thanks for this and thank you Cubase !!!!!!!

[@Janomix]

Excellent, I miss the mix console from V6, after, convert on plastic look. Now take a look. Thanks

[@laromai2245]

Yes, a video on the Iconica Sketch would be extremely valuable!

[@29djandy]

Thank you. Your reviews and explanations are the best. More cubase videos please.

[@javierpenya]

Great. Thanks a lot, Dom. Good job, 25 features in 25 minutes, and very well explained. Wow.

[@aliallahditta]

Nobody does Cubase tutorials better than DOM!

[@aquadiamondsekreto5280]

Yeah!! And his shirt changes colors too. Cool and fun tutorials for this awesome DAW. Thanks Dom. From the mile high city.

[@muzoid]

I just upgraded yesterday and this is a perfect into to Cubase 13 Pro - thanks Dom 😎

[@alexpapas99]

The key editor additions are HUGE for film composers!

[@timweinheimer1]

Thanks for all the help with Cubase 13

[@Channel_RupaliHd]

thank you dear

[@googleuser318]

Great video! I'm not a Cubase user, Live and Bitwig are my main DAWs. But I've always been a bit curious about Cubase, a more "full featured" DAW with proper video support. I must be honest though, several of these features I was surprised to learn that Cubase couldn't do that before.

[@LichtKrieger8]

yeah, so great to see (finally) some great workflow updates !!! Great ! Thx Dom

[@hypersonicnl]

Super cool update! Congrats on your work on the Vocal Chain :) :)

[@GlennMainMusic]

As always - Great video Dom 🙂

[@DavidDavis-FA-photog]

Hey Dom, I just mixed a song using the New Cubase Vocal Chain Plugin and it worked great!. So easy to have everything there. And the presets are really good. +1 for Steinberg.

[@Griuofficial]

Thanks for a review Dom, hope to get upgrade soon , cause version 13 looks amazing

[@DjMaxCreative]

It's a pity they didn't add the "Channel Strip to Pre(Post) Inserts Position" hot button. You will have to constantly open the Edit Channel Setting window again.

[@g.o.9513]

Go submit a featute request on the forums instead of complaining hwre.

[@DjMaxCreative]

@@g.o.9513 Thanks for the tips! What would I do without your wise advice?! (Sarcasm)

[@albertoselvaggi]

So many new features, as soon as i finished watching your video i upgraded and I am now having fun! thx Dom for the great video

[@jondellar]

Oh heck yes! I'll definitely be upgrading to 13. Thanks Dom 😊

[@ShaheadMostafafar]

I have all of these features in Studio One already!

[@anonymizemusic]

thankyou dom to be such a good explainer of everything, i recently changed from fl studio to cubase 13 pro and its sometimes difficult, but with your videos its mutch easyer to learn te program! keep up the good work ! love to see your videos !

[@heartbreaktimemachine]

@6:00 this looks like the Logic workflow for MIDI "massage" and it's fantastic. Really glad Cubase integrated this approach/visuals - it's huge for us working in film composition with orchestral templates.

[@artysanmobile]

I personally don’t go for ‘kitchen sink’ plugins but the layout used for vocal would be a great overview template for ANY track’s complete set of controls. A great, unified technique to view and change the most relevant elements of any track.

[@njm20music]

Id love a tutorial around the chord Pads Dom👍

[@DebowyMocny]

Thanks Dom. Great video and I have jjust upgraded to 13 so very excited to start using the new features.

[@richarddwyermusic]

I'm really starting to fall in love with Cubase. If I didn't have to use Ableton Live for school, I might never look back.

[@portatilestudiovenezuela2804]

Your T shirt always changing the colours... New plot unlocked! hahaha... Thank you Dom... For an extraordinary explained!... 💯💥🙏🙏🙏

[@djRoyalTee]

@1:15 Is there a video where you clarify what "Serious Mixing" is vs "Gimmicky Mixing"? Because It sounds more like sales jargon and belittling the users if they don't agree.

[@DomSigalas]

I’ve done a huge video about why in my opinion the Cubase mixer is the best all round mixer. I give over 20 reasons why. You don’t have to agree with me though. :)

[@БогданМихайлов-щ5н]

Biiiiiiiig THANKs Dom for review ! let's gonna updated

[@Magnus_Loov]

Cubase 13 seems to be one of the greatest updates for Cubase in a long time. A bummer that the update fee is 100 Euro, but this time it is a must to update! Now if Steinberg could only make something like the Combinator in Reason for all vst-instrument, effects (and possibly midi effects and multiple mixer channels/groups) that can be saved all togheter (and that you create your own panel for).

[@nitishcheriyan4422]

12:50 sounds like infected mushroom! It’s their signature sound. I got their plug-in a few years ago that does the same thing.

[@max8591]

Dom, to explain my question from before in the chat : Lets say you have a violin part doubled with 3 libraries, and all layers play the same. I want to edit once and have all changes (pitch, add note, delete note, etc) happen on the 3 tracks. Basically have some events (or even better just some assigned tracks) that are always grouped in editing. Just like you would group audio tracks, and every change you make on one track carries over to the other group tracks. This has not been possible with midi so far in cubase, which is crazy to me, and I'm hoping that the new midi editor features somehow allow linking tracks or events permanently. The only option we have so far is using shared copies of event, with the issue that any change made to the event itself ( like splitting it) transforms it into a non shared copy. I hope my question is clear, thank you!

[@elieh.studio]

Backing this question !

[@foljs5858]

create a MIDI track and set the 3 instrument tracks to receive MIDI from it

[@max8591]

​@@foljs5858 This is not the solution in my particular case. I do not remember exactly but there were several reasons why it didn't work for me. One of them being that sometimes you might need to have slightly altered performances on the tracks. I also think I remember that it created some unwanted behavior with soloing tracks. On top of that, but that's personal, i really dislike the midi track (as opposed to instrument track) workflow. TBH, I think the obvious solution would be to be able to have an "events/edits" button in the track link pannel, where you could set up tracks to always being linked, and being able to bypass that whenever it's needed. But I'll happily take any improvement in that direction, which is why I'm asking the question =) Thanks for the tip though!

[@connectedtv_off]

I've just tried in cubase 13... It's possible with audio & midi tracks You just have to put selected tracks on a folder and select "group editing" icon on the folder track... then all the cut edit will be for all the tracks together..

[@max8591]

@@connectedtv_off Thanks for taking the time to try it out! This was the case in cubase 12 as well, all the event edits are working when using a group folder in group editing mode. Unfortunately the edits to the midi notes themselves you do inside one event do not transfer to the other events. If you find the time, i would appreciate if you could check! Thanks!

[@RelaxingSounds-cc6py]

Can't wait for Cubase 14

[@LindaMissad]

Thank you, Dom. This is so helpful. Looking forward to your individual videos on these features

[@hexial]

Ahhh finally! I just bought the upgrade and can't wait to get into the studio 🖤 Thanks for the great video Dom :)

[@swanjaymusic]

Cubase 13 pro is the best update so far and this DAW is serious..... CUBASE FOR MUSIC LIFE....

[@BlueJavaTN]

Awesome summary Dom! I'm late to the party with work being crazy these days, but definitely looking forward to your in depth videos with lots of BOOMs!

[@AndreTheTallGuy]

Hi Dom. I was curious to know if they had implemented a feature to keep Cubase always on top. It's a basic function when working with video. For example, I find myself switching between instant communication apps and the project I'm preparing to keep in communication with the client, and with Cubase I have great difficulties because as soon as I switch from one application to another the video windows disappear. Thanks for your time and congratulations on the channel.

[@Youn1que]

Thanks for a fast video on this update, huge surprise that cubase 13 released today 👍👍😊🎶

[@greyanaroth]

Woah! I've been using Cubase for almost 20 years now (damn I feel so old 😢). I've discovered things on this channel, often, that have blown my mind. Can't wait for your C13 tutorials to learn all that's new and exciting.

[@facelessproduction7059]

Outstanding fantastic! 👍😀 Just mono to Stereo are worth the upgrade to Cubase Pro 13.

[@bobwarren4707]

Thanks Dom, I thought I subbed before but I hadn't. I have now. Upgrading from 12 to 13 right now. Great video

[@robflores5172]

Was planning on switching to Cubase for a while. I just started the free trial/rent-to-own subscription via Splice(don't bother me with the splice legal drama commenters....). Excited to try all the Cubase stuff you show on this channel. Also! I see that SWEET Slimblade!!! Gonna be getting one of those too! I'm a composer with a Technbical Metal/Progressive/Fusion background and I'm gonna be going back to school for a dual major in Jazz Comp and Education! Love your channel!

[@mirzaaljic]

The new UI improvements are what makes me go for the update. I really love the way mixer looks and the fact you can arrange much easier with the new selection tools. Awesome updates! Thanks Dom!

[@Gumbowlproductions]

You rock Dom ! owe a lot to what I’ve learned from you ! & every video I learn just a little more always coming back to older videos too 🤘🎶

[@Kentbeats7]

Studio one shows the way 👍👍👍 everything is become easy in cubase

[@LeonThomasian]

Wow I cannot believe they added the midi cc smooth curve option finally! Best upgrade yet!!

[@arturofornasari]

Hi Dom, Hi everyone, I can’t see other tracks as inputs in an audio track like showed in point 25, am I missing something? (c13 pro). Thanx for helping!

[@iamfemo]

Look Dom, There's simply no need to ask us if we want you to make a video. You will have to do a video for every feature..... why? Because you're the best at it. Thanks on behalf of all of us.

[@hakangurdol]

Thank you, excellent point after using in 30 years.

[@AlexPfeffer]

Great video! Really love the new console and general layout!

[@COLTUL_RUSTIC_93]

Super awesome Dom. Many Many thanks for sharing. What video editor you use vor this stunning videos?

[@presentmusic267]

Thanks for this! You’re the best, Dom

[@bestevaer1977]

This update is about workflow and i love it. Now i really want to finish my current projects and do the update :p Thanks for the overview!

[@abubacarr863]

Good job. Your euphoria is as contagious as ever!

[@Noldy__]

27:44 I have a sampler track and I've created an Audio track but I can't see the sample track as an input on my audio track, or any other Audio or MIDI track for any of the other tracks. I'm I missing something?

[@XxRaderDelBloquexX]

dope video Dom thanks!

[@theartistknownaslove161]

Hi, Dom. I hope everything is good with you. Question; What keyboard are you using with Cubase 13? Thank you!

[@alexanderivakov]

Great video! Sounds very exciting! Thanks for the awesome review, Dom! 👍👍👍

[@ITBProEng]

Many many thanks for your positive and informative videos. Fast becoming my favorite source of info for upping my game in my Nuendo based studio. Kudos on the action packed approach.

[@gerisyandrayusman241]

Hi, Dom! Thank’s for the video. Now the new feauture (no.1&2) “sit well in the mix”. Thank,s cubase! Thanks studio one😄😄