Do you already own a Steinberg/Yamaha product that includes a free version of Cubase AI? If you do, please get the Steinberg Download Assistant (SDA), create a MySteinberg account, and enter your Download Access Code included with the hardware to download your free copy of Cubase AI.
Cubase AI is a special, compact version which uses the same core technologies as Cubase Pro - exclusive to customers of selected Steinberg and Yamaha hardware products. It provides all the basic tools for recording, editing and mixing - from the initial idea to the final masterpiece. Cubase AI is the perfect entry into the world of computer-based music production and offers powerful, yet easy-to-use software tools for all genres.
Produce tracks from start to finish
HALion Sonic 7 and Groove Agent SE 5
28 audio VST effect processors
Over 5GB of sounds and loops
Superb audio and MIDI editing tools
Opening up virtually limitless possibilities for songwriters and composers, Cubase AI includes the Key Editor and Drum Editor, where melodies, beats, arrangements and performances take shape. Working with both MIDI and audio is always inspiring in Cubase AI. The Sample Editor and AudioWarp realtime audio time stretching and pitch shifting technology offer you endless, easy-to-use possibilities for editing your audio and experimenting with tempo and key - all without losing any sound quality.
Outstanding virtual instruments and amps included
Cubase AI features a set of powerful, inspiring instruments and awesome sounds. HALion Sonic SE is a versatile sound production tool, which combines a massive sample library with a powerful synthesizer engine and effects. Also included is the renowned drum production tool Groove Agent SE, which is ready to help you create amazing beats, whatever genre you’re working in. Recording instruments is enhanced with the acclaimed AmpSimulator, which provides all the amps and settings you need to give your music its own, unique tone.
Complete suite of 28 audio VST effect processors
Cubase AI not only features powerful recording and editing tools, it also includes a complete set of great-sounding VST 3 effects plug-ins, covering everything from EQ and dynamics to reverb and delay. In addition to the included plug-ins, Cubase AI is compatible with hundreds of additional virtual instruments and effects available on the VST platform.
MixConsole with up to four inserts and four sends per channel
The mixer section in Cubase AI offers everything a musician or producer needs to create professional-quality mixes, with sample-accurate timing and full plug-in latency compensation across the entire signal path. Boasting up to four insert effect slots and four effect sends / returns, plus eight group channels, this powerful virtual mixer offers tremendous flexibility. The four-band fully parametric EQ features precise control of any signal’s frequency response and every knob or function can be automated.
MixConsole with up to four inserts and four sends per channel
The mixer section in Cubase AI offers everything a musician or producer needs to create professional-quality mixes, with sample-accurate timing and full plug-in latency compensation across the entire signal path. Boasting up to four insert effect slots and four effect sends / returns, plus eight group channels, this powerful virtual mixer offers tremendous flexibility. The four-band fully parametric EQ features precise control of any signal’s frequency response and every knob or function can be automated.
System requirements
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Operating systems (Windows)
64-bit Windows 11 Version 22H2 (or higher), 64-bit Windows 10 Version 22H2 (or higher)
Intel® Core™ i5 (late 2015 or later) or Apple silicon
CPU cores
4 or more
RAM minimum
8 GB
Hard disk free space (core installation)
1 GB
Hard disk free space
75 GB
Display resolution minimum at 100% UI scaling
1440 x 900
Graphics minimum (Windows)
Graphics card with native Windows 10 support
Graphics recommended (Windows)
AMD R or RX series and later or NVIDIA Series 700 and later
Graphics (Mac)
Graphics card with Metal support
OS compatible audio hardware
Yes
ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low-latency performance
Yes
License Management
Steinberg Licensing (account based)
Internet connection for
license activation, account sign up and product registration, installer download
Notes
This software version does not support 32-bit plug-ins. VST 2 plug-ins only run in Rosetta 2 mode on Apple silicon Mac. Cubase does not support VST 2 when running natively on Apple silicon Macs.
Are You Interested In Cubase AI?
Cubase AI is included with selected Steinberg and Yamaha hardware products.