Steinberg announces Cubase SE3 release

Steinberg has announced that version 3.0 of Cubase SE, its entry-level music production software, will be released in October 2005 for Windows and Mac OS X and will cost EU€149*.

Cubase SE3 features 48 audio and unlimited MIDI tracks and includes a range of VST instruments, virtual effects and MIDI effects. Its 32-bit audio engine offers 24-bit/96kHz recording and playback, including full delay compensation.

Existing Cubase SE owners will find a range of new features and capabilities. These include a new user interface and audio engine, drag and drop for MIDI files into the Project Window, superior Hitpoint detection, a redesigned Track Inspector and much more. Cubase SE3 also introduces new capabilities that support an even faster, more efficient workflow, including new key commands and editing functions.

Cubase SE3 is fully upgradeable to Steinberg's Cubase SX3 and Cubase SL3, and all projects created in SE3 can be opened in either of them, regardless of computer platform.

Existing Cubase SE customers can update to Cubase SE3 for EU€69*. Upgrades from Cubase SE3 to Cubase SX3 are available for EU€599*.

* SRP includes 16% German VAT. Prices subject to regional variations.