New Cubase 5 Trial Version Download

Now Available - a New Free Cubase 5 Trial Version

See more details below, but a Free Cubase 5 trial version is now available for download. Every wonder if it is worth the upgrade? Want to switch from your current recording program? Now is the change to check it out. The only catch is you either have to already own a Steinberg e-licence USB key or buy one (click here to view or purchase). But, it's better to spend just a few bucks and see if Cubase 5 if right for you or not. More details:

Cubase 5 Trial is a free trial version of the renowned music production software from Steinberg. The trial version comes with the same range of functionality as the full version — including all instruments, effects and sounds — and may be used without limitations for 30 days.

Get your version of Free Cubase 5 Trial

1. Request a download link and activation code from within MySteinberg. (Free signup if you don't have an account)
2. Download and install Cubase 5 Trial
3. Activate the trial license on the USB-eLicenser using the activation code.
Enjoy your Free Trial!

Note: The US and Europe have stated that they will credit you the amount of the Steinberg key if you purchase Cubase in the end, but no news from Steinberg Canada at this point to give the same offer. So, we have decided if you buy the USB key from us (Revolution Audio) for the free trial between now and March 1st, 2010, we will personally credit the USB key price towards purchase of a full version of Cubase 5 or Cubase 5 Studio.

Cubase Steinberg Updates for Windows 7 and OS X 10.6 Support

December 11, 2009

Cubase Steinberg Updates for Windows 7 and OS X 10.6 Support

In September, Steinberg outlined its plans to ensure compatibility for its current product range and technologies to Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard and Windows 7, comprising a three-phase development and testing plan. Phase Three now provides updates to the software resolving any issues that may have arisen on the latest operating systems.

The following provides information on the current status of product compatibility and availability of updates:

The Cubase line of products fully supports both Windows 7 and Snow Leopard with the maintenance update release of version 5.1.1 for Cubase 5, Cubase Studio 5, Cubase Essential 5 and Cubase AI 5.

The Cubase LE 4 and Cubase AI 4 versions have been tested and certified for Windows 7, with no further updates required. To ensure compatibility with Snow Leopard, a patch is now available for Cubase LE 4 and Cubase AI 4.

Sequel 2 is certified to be fully Windows 7 compatible, with no further updates required. An update for full compatibility with Snow Leopard is now also available.

Updates for the hardware products CC121, MR816 CSX/X and CI2 now offer support for both Windows 7 and Mac OS X 10.6. Please note that running Cubase AI 4 together with the new Snow Leopard compatible MR /CC drivers is currently unsupported because it hasn’t undergone significant testing.

VST instruments HALion 3.5, HALion Symphonic Orchestra 1.5, HALion Player 3, The Grand 3 and Groove Agent 3 have been certified as compatible with Windows 7, with no further updates required. HALion 3.5 is already fully compatible with Snow Leopard, but the remaining VST instruments require an update which will be release in Quarter 1 of 2010.

The Steinberg developers are currently working on a Windows 7 compatible update for the WaveLab family of products which will be released in the Quarter 1 of 2010.

For details, please refer to the articles in the Steinberg Knowledge Base.

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Fast Track USB II with Pro Tools Essential Feature Review

The original M-Audio Fast Track and Fast Track pro are some of the best selling recording interfaces in history. Now M-Audio has come out with the new Fast Track II (Just called the Fast Track) which is a USB audio recording interface including a new innovation: Free Pro Tools M-Powered Essential Software - all for only $119 CAD (at the writing of this post).

Pro Tools M-Powered Essential software lets you create pro-sounding mixes with up to 16 mono or stereo audio tracks. You also get 60+ virtual instrument sounds to play and record, plus EQ and other effects to make your mixes sound professionally produced. It even comes with over 5.5GB of music-making tools to help you get started instantly. A great way to get started quickly and at a low price!

The Fast Track interface will work on PC or Mac. It has an input for one microphone (with phantom power for use with Condenser mics ) and one guitar or bass. The Fast Track is compatible with most audio recording software like Garageband, Cubase and others, so you are not limited to the Pro Tools Essential software if that's not what you want to use. The software is just an easy to use added bonus.

With price and features like this in one easy to use starter package, what is your excuse for not starting your recording dreams today? Click for more info or to buy online now: the M-Audio Fast Track with Pro Tools M-Powered Essential software at Revolution Audio