Steinberg has introduced Cubase 15, a major update to their DAW that that they say delivers groundbreaking features, streamlined workflows, and intuitive design.

Here’s what’s new in Cubase 15:

• Cubase 15 introduces next-generation articulation with a redesigned Expression Maps system. The streamlined setup and deep integration with both the Key Editor and Score Editor make control of articulations for VST instruments more straightforward, while per-articulation attack compensation delivers even greater performance realism.
• The Pattern Editor now features a new pattern sequencer, which allows expressive melodic patterns to be created in monophonic and polyphonic modes, with step input, custom scales, shape generators and a deep randomizer to generate the most innovative sequences. New pattern bank presets are also included, including bass lines, leads, chords, and arpeggios, all powered by the Pattern Editor’s new melodic modes.
• The innovative Modulators — introduced in Cubase 14 — have evolved with the addition of six new modulators. With Random Generator, Sample & Hold, Wavefold LFO, and more now available, music production can be more innovative than ever before. And if instant inspiration is needed, 30 brand-new Chord Pad presets, bring ready-to-play voicings for jazz, soul, pop, indie, and more to kickstart the creative process.
• A redesigned Hub makes project startup smoother than ever, with resizable sections, audio setup, and project preview, plus powerful search and filter tools.
• Collaboration is also made easier, with the DAWproject format now able to share sessions across all editions of Cubase, Cubasis, and other supported DAWs, without losing any of a project’s structure.
• Remixing, rebalancing, and creative sampling are enhanced with AI-powered separation tools, which allow stems to be quickly extracted from mixed audio.
• New automation shortcuts automatically show and prioritize the last-touched parameter, adding a simplified menu for lightning-fast access and editing, while volume and pan can be added directly to the Track Controls Area.
• The layout can also be customized per track type for quicker mix moves and visual clarity in busy sessions.
• Quick export options mean audio can be rendered faster than ever, perfect for exporting bounces or previews in the middle of a session.
• The Cubase Drum Machine adds a fresh set of 40 modern drum kits. All are preloaded, tweakable, and ready to drop straight in.
• The redesigned Groove Agent SE 6 features a scalable UI, new mixer, and enhanced effects.
• The Writing Room Synths collection delivers a wide range of “production-ready, authentic vintage” sounds.
• Songstarter Packs feature genre-spanning loop packs and inspiring samples, which are ideal for getting ideas flowing fast.
• The beta Omnivocal vocal synthesis engine also adds a new world of expressive, humanlike singing voices. Using Yamaha’s cutting-edge vocal synthesis, Omnivocal will sing notes and lyrics entered into the Key Editor.
• Cubase 15’s armory of effects is enhanced by the addition of UltraShaper, which takes dynamics processing to a new level with transient shaping, clip limiting, and EQ sculpting to ensure the sound is always enjoys a pro-level polish. Greater flexibility is also brought to sound manipulation with the PitchShifter, which features real-time creative and corrective pitch shifting, with formant preservation, saturation modes, stereo unlinking, and a massive ±24 semitone range.

Here are the official intro videos for Cubase 15:

Pricing and Availability:

Cubase 15 is available now, with three options:

• Cubase Pro 15 – $579.99 USD
• Cubase Artist 15 – $329.99 USD
• Cubase Elements 15  – 99.99 USD

Upgrade pricing is available for current owners. See the Steinberg site for details.