Steinberg Cubase AI 4.1 New Features Manual

							
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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What’s new in Cubase AI 4.1?  
						

							
What’s new in Cubase AI 4.1? 
Sample Editor Function Inspector 
Just like the Score Editor, the Cubase AI 4.1 Sample Editor 
now has a new Inspector-style section to the left, which 
consolidates all audio editing f unctions; especially those used 
for musical tempo operations (including Musical Mode, 
AudioWarp and Hitpoints). Things that were spread across 
different parts of the program are now in one place. The first 
two tabs include everything needed to identify an audio 
events tempo and timing, as well as to apply quantize 
(Straighten Up) or audio warp.  
 
The first tab Definition is  used to define an audio events 
tempo and timing (grid). The second tab Playback is used 
to apply audio quantize or audio warp. The third tab includes 
all Hitpoint related functions.  
The new Inspector doesn’t repl ace the existing audio menu 
functions. However, it does r eplace the previous “Musical 
Mode” function, which is now integrated. 
 
 
Free Routing 
While previous versions of the routing system included some 
restrictions, the new routing capabilities allow totally unlimited 
routing between group channels regardless of their order, and 
supports sending from groups to  FX returns as well as from 
FX returns into group channels. In addition, audio tracks can 
not only send signals into groups and FX returns with help of 
the pre fader sends, but now also patch signals post fader 
from the output tab to group channels and FX returns.  
 
 
Windows Vista 32-bit/64-bit and Mac OS X 
10.5 (Leopard) support 
Cubase AI 4.1 now fully supports Windows Vista (32-bit and 
64-bit) and Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard).  Running on a 64-bit 
Vista system, Cubase AI 4.1 (32-bit version) supports up to 
4GB of RAM. XP64 is not supported.  
 
New VST3 Plug-ins 
The following new or updated plug-ins have been added to 
Cubase AI 4.1: 
Group Plug-in Description 
Distortion Distortion Simple distortion effect with  Drive, Feedback, and Tone 
controls.  
Filter DualFilter This  unique effect combines 
low-pass and high-pass filters 
with single Cutoff and 
Resonance controls. Great for 
DJ-style filter effects.  
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Modulation Chorus This single-stage Chorus is 
identical to the Studio Chorus, 
but with a single modulation 
stage only.  
Reverb Roomworks SERoomworks SE is now 
available as VST3 plug-in, 
offering the same great 
features as the entire VST 3 
plug-in set. This includes the 
“silence flag” support, which 
ensures that the plug-in only 
draws CPU performance when 
audio signals are passing. 
 
 
VST Plug-in Bridge 
The new VST Plug-in Bridge in Cubase AI 4.1 ensures 
maximum compatibility of plug- ins on Intel Macs. Mac PPC-
only versions of plug-ins can be used in Cubase AI 4.1 on 
Macs with Intel processors. In such case, performance 
drawbacks must be expected. Therefore it is generally wise 
to use native (Universal Binary) versions of plug-ins or 
instruments whenever available.  
L  To determine if a plug-in is bridged, note the symbol in  front of every plug-in name listed in the plug-in menu. 
VST3 plug-ins are indicated by “///”. VST 2.x plug-ins 
have no symbol. Bridged (Mac PPC) plug-ins are 
indicated by a framed “//”. 
 
 
Improved QuickTime 7 Support 
QuickTime compatibility has improved in Cubase AI 4.1 in 
several areas:  
•  MPEG1, MPEG4, .H264 formats are now supported 
•  “Replace Audio in Video File” now works with every audio file format supported by QuickTime 
•  “HQ” flag support (high-resolution video playback) 
•  Half/Double Size support 
Cubase AI 4.1 is now compatible with the latest and most 
popular video formats and offers more flexibility and 
enhanced image quality. 
 
Drum Editing Enhancements 
Several enhancements have been added for better drum 
editing: 
•  Velocity data can now be edited for multiple pitches simultaneously. 
•  Instrument names are shown in the key editor, 
when selecting/moving events (if a drum map has 
been assigned). 
•  Instrument names are also shown in the drum editor info line, as well as the context display when 
selecting/moving events. 
 
 
 
Remote Control Extensions 
Hardware remote controllers now have access to Instrument 
Tracks in Cubase AI 4.1. For instrument tracks, instrument 
parameters can now be accessed from a remote control 
device. The list of controllers using these new functions 
includes Mackie Control, Mackie HUI, Steinberg Houston, 
SAC-2K, Yamaha 01X and Yamaha DM2000. 
 
Apple Remote Support 
Mac users who are in the possession of an Apple Remote will 
be pleased to find their little in frared remote control to be 
available as a remote device in  Cubase AI 4.1. “Apple Remote 
Control” is now available from the device setup window. It is 
already programmed with preset functions but it’s fully 
programmable with hundreds of available functions. (OSX-
only) 
 
Load Projects inactive 
Support for multiple projects open at the same time is one 
major advantage of Cubase. In version 4.1, this feature has 
become even more useful.  
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L  With one or more projects opened at the same time, opening another project brings  up this message: “Do 
you want to activate the project?”.  
Opening a project inacti ve significantly reduces load times, 
especially for large projects.  With multiple projects opened, 
parts or entire sections can eas ily be copied from one project 
to another. 
 
MIDI File Playback using HALionOne  
Cubase AI 4.1 users have access to more than a hundred 
great-sounding instruments using HALionOne, which is 
delivered with sample-content taken Yamaha’s award-
winning MOTIF synthesizers. This sound library audio 
includes a complete General-MIDI Sound-Set. With Cubase 
AI 4.1, Standard MIDI Files can be imported and played 
directly using HALionOne’s GM Sound-Set. With the new 
“Import To Instrument Tracks” preference enabled, dragging 
a MIDI File into Cubase will automatically set up instrument 
tracks with HALionOne and select the correct GM sound. 
Users may now edit or replace sounds, add effects, and so 
on. 
 
 
 
L To import a Standard MIDI File song into Cubase AI 
4.1 and playback with HALionONE, first check the 
MIDI preferences. Open the Preferences window and 
select “MIDI File”. Locate the Import Options. Make 
sure “Auto Dissolve Format 0” and “Import To 
Instrument Tracks” are both checked. Click “OK” to 
save the preferences and close the window. Next, 
select “MIDI File…” from the File>Import menu and 
chose a MIDI File in SMF format. Alternatively, drag & 
drop a MIDI file directly into the project window. 
Minimum System Requirements 
 
Power Mac G4 1 GHz or Intel Core Solo 1.5 GHz  
512 MB RAM 
OS X Version 10.4 or 10.5 
Display Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels 
CoreAudio compatible audio hardware 
DVD-ROM drive 
Internet access required for license activation 
 
 
Pentium / Athlon 1.4 GHz  
512 MB RAM  
Windows XP Home and XP Professional, 
Windows Vista 
Display Resolution 1024 x 768 pixels 
Windows DirectX compatible audio hardware; ASIO 
compatible audio hardware recommended for low latency 
performance 
DVD-ROM drive 
Internet access required for license activation 
 
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