UPDATED on 2011 07 15
Dear Cubase 6, Cubase Artist 6 and Cubase Elements 6 users,
Great things are happening here at Steinberg! Based on the invaluable feedback we received for the initial 6.0 as well as the 6.0.1 and 6.0.2 versions, we have used the last months to further improve Cubase. All these enhancements will emerge in the next 6.0.3 maintenance update. After already announcing the first improvements in June, here is a complete insight on what is to be expected in 6.0.3:
Please note that depending on your Cubase version, not all improvements and resolved issues are part of the update
Improvements in 6.0.3
1) Event handling opacity while slip-editing
When slip-editing an event, the event will now turn semi-transparent just like when dragging and moving it in 6.0.2.
2) Gridlines in front of parts/events
To further simplify editing and positioning of Audio Events and MIDI Parts, Cubase 6.0.3 introduces the ability to draw the Grid Lines of the Project window and the Audio Part Editor in front of them. The strength of the gridlines in front of parts and events can be seamlessly controlled.
3) Zoom handling and part names: show Event Data/Name options
A new event display preference lets you customize how part names and data on smallest track height are displayed.
4) Support for Euphonix/Avid MC Pro remote control surfaces
An update for the Steinberg EuCon Adapter will be released together with Cubase 6.0.3, adding full support for MC Pro remote control surfaces in Cubase 6.
5) Video improvements
Cubase 6.0.3 features improved playback performance of HD video formats in general. Single-threaded codecs (like Motion-JPEG, Photo-JPEG, and QuickTime DV) will benefit from the also new “Boost Video” option: if enabled, one CPU core is excluded from audio processing and reserved for video decoding and playback tasks, resulting in smoother video performance.
6) Audio import: Split File Name Format
To higher the level of compatibility when exchanging audio files with other products and to give more flexibility in general, creating split files from multi-channel files can now be named. For example, it’s now possible to add suffixes like “_L” or “_R” to the corresponding channel.
7) MultibandCompressor: Live mode
The MultibandCompressor plug-in now features a new efficient Live mode which reduces plug-in latency as well as load on the CPU.
8) New Patchname Script for Yamaha MOX synthesizer
A Patchname Script for the Yamaha MOX synthesizer is now available in the MIDI Device Manager.
Issues resolved in 6.0.3
1) Folder track
When expanding a folder track, the track list now doesn’t scroll to keep the focus on the track folder.
The original issue is described in more detail at: BUG: Opening folded VSTi tracks - #11 by Helge_Vogt - Cubase - Steinberg Forums
2) Audiowarp
a) When playing back warped material in a loop for an extended time, the audio quality remains intact (PC Windows only). The original issue is described in more detail at: BUG 6.0.2 - Horrible Warping Behavior after looping a while - Cubase - Steinberg Forums
b) A warped audio event now stays in sync, also when placed in a part with multiple splits and the project includes tempo changes. _The original issue is described in more detail at: Steinberg Forums
c) A potential AudioWarp issue with shifted audio events, when changing the tempo in the Sample Editor toolbar, has been resolved.
3) VariAudio
After flattening VariAudio modifications, the solo state in the Sample Editor will behave correctly.
The original issue is described in more detail at: Cubase 6.0.1 / Cubase Artist 6.0.1 pre-release available - Cubase - Steinberg Forums
Also an issue has been resolved, where the VariAudio analysis could render the application unresponsive.
4) Key Commands and Macros
Deleting a macro won’t render the application unreliable. Applying user-created key command presets won’t result in opening the Preset Browser.
The original issue is described in more detail at: [crash] Key Commands, please have a look - Cubase - Steinberg Forums
5) Quantize
Some quantizing errata corrected. Iterative quantizing for audio events behaves correctly and approximates the chosen quantize preset and grid value now.
The original issue is described in more detail at: [BUG] Quantizing sliced drums is broken(video/.cpr included) - Cubase - Steinberg Forums
6) VST Expression
Chasing MIDI CCs for VST Dynamics works correctly now. If a project used Note Expression data, the Tempo Detection doesn’t lead to potential instability of the application.
7) Freeze
Opening a project with frozen channels now allows proper editing of plug-ins loaded in Insert slots 7 & 8.
8) Input Transformer
The “Off Velocity” parameter has been added to the Input Transformer.
9) Metronome
Distortion at certain sample rates when using user-samples for the Metronome has been eliminated.
10) ReWire
Improved playback/transport synchronicity using Reason, respectively for ReWire connected applications.
11) MonoDelay plug-in
Producing additional ASIO load when enabling the improved silence detection in the MonoDelay plug-in has been resolved.
12) AutoPan plug-in
The LFO waveform state is now displayed correctly in the AutoPan plug-in.
13) Spector plug-in
An issue has been resolved, where Spector doesn’t display the current spectrum correctly.
14) Score Editor
a) Erratic track arming issue resolved in conjunction with open Score Editor and changing layouts.
b) Under certain conditions Crescendi symbols on page 1 could appear on the following Score pages. This issue has been resolved.
c) The Zoom Tool in the Score Editor behaves correctly now.
d) An issue has been resolved, where the Delete Overlaps function deleted preceding events under certain conditions.
e) Bottom staffs are no longer selected when scrolling pages.
f) Potential issues with MusicXML files exported from Finale and imported to Cubase have been resolved.
Thank you all for your extended feedback once again!
We aim to release the 6.0.3 update for Cubase 6 and Cubase Artist 6 by the end of July.
Apart from a small issue with VST Connections (one time reconnecting of connections required for some USB interfaces) if updating from OS X 10.6 to 10.7, Cubase 6.0.3 is OS X 10.7 Lion compatible.
Thanks for choosing Cubase!
Helge Vogt
Product Marketing Manager Cubase
Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH
