Use cases
Music production using Cubase
MR816 X is, simply put, the ideal hardware for any Cubase owner who needs to record vocals, instruments, keyboards, percussion or any other audio source. The Advanced Integration between MR816 X and Cubase offers a unique and powerful production solution that fully mirrors Cubase functionality, adds DSP power for mixing, allows on-the-fly rerouting of input signals via Quick Connect, full integration into the Cubase user interface and much more.
Musicians/producers
Any musician or producer already using Cubase and looking to add a recording interface need look no further. MR816 X is ideal for recording bands in rehearsal rooms or live gigs with a laptop, or building up a dedicated project studio or recording space. Full integration into the Cubase user interface means that operating the MR816 X requires very little or no learning – all functions and features are in the places any Cubase owner expects to find them. The intelligent plug and play handling means that Cubase automatically detects any attached MR816 X hardware. And because the REV-X runs as VST3 plug-in, this excellent reverb is available during mixing in Cubase, often replacing the need to purchase an additional DSP card.
Studios
Excellent sound, great stacking options and a smooth, fast workflow are among the top priorities for studios using MR and Cubase as recording and production solution for their business. Connections required for studios like Wordclock, S/PDIF and ADAT are onboard, with the hardware inserts offering an ideal way of integrating boutique hardware units in the software realm. Features like Quick Connect allow on-the-fly rerouting by simply pushing a button on the MR front panel. MR816 X also adds REV-X, a high-quality reverb FX plug-in to Cubase. Eight channel outputs offer full support for surround productions up to 7.1, ideally complemented by Steinberg’s fully multi-channel architecture and the Control Room features in both Cubase and Nuendo.
Post production using Nuendo
Many post production facilities require an audio interface for recording tasks like foley or ADR, as well as in edit, premix or sound design suites as a high-quality, reliable playback device that integrates fully with the production software. MR is an ideal extension for Nuendo in these environments, offering the same Advanced Integration features, DSP reverb as VST3 plug-in when mixing, Quick Connect, no-latency recording as when used with Cubase.
Users of other DAW software
Excellent sound characteristics, first-class build quality, no-latency monitoring mixes with DSP: anyone looking to change or upgrade their audio interface has plenty of reasons to take a closer look at MR816 X. As well as drivers for ASIO and CoreAudio for full compatibility with any DAW application using either of these driver standards, the installation package includes the MR Editor, a custom application that handles all aspects of DSP, routing, monitor mixing in one easy-to-navigate interface. Additionally, MR816 X offers direct access to DSP parameters from the front panel of the hardware.
Musicians currently with no recording software
MR816 X includes Cubase AI4, a special streamlined version of the Cubase Music Production System for a full recording solution right out of the box for anyone with a PC or MAC. Integrated with MR816 X, Cubase AI4 offers Advanced Integration, DSP-powered no-latency monitoring and all the advantages of the outstanding audio characteristics and manufacturing quality of MR816 X. Because Cubase is the world’s most popular production solution, projects begun in Cubase AI4 project can be taken to a larger studio and seamlessly imported there for the next production stage. Upgrades to more comprehensive Cubase versions are available to expand the functional depth of the entire production solution.
