Seems to me that Steinberg market ‘Nuendo’ as a professional tool to rival ProTools whereas Cubase is marketed as a hobbyist and home recording toy moreso. Its marketing perception unless you need video capabilities of Nuendo… I wouldnt consider moving to Nuendo for music production though
OK then. Her’s a list of things in Nuendo, that is NOT in Cubase:
Feature comparison - C7 vs N6
ADR-Taker Tool
64Bit support for Blackmagic and Decklink video cards
new codecs
AAF-exchange
nice Pro Tools compatibility
bounce-to-markerpoints
clip-packages/groups
enhanced automation system
automation flexible passes technology
direct stem routing/mixer
Wave Meters
Monitor Matrix
additional post-production plugins, e.g. Nuendo post filter
PitchDriver, realtime pitch plugin
MXF audio support
enhanced EuCon support
EDL List im/export
enhanced scrubbing engine
complete network integration via LAN, WAN
export Note pad data
enhanced surround panner V5
surround matrix decoder/encoder
additional postpro IRs for REVerence
enhanced crossfade editor…
Multiple marker-tracks
Two video tracks
Batch Export/Multiple stems export by cycle markers with advanced naming
Proper Edit mode
Anymix Pro Surround Panner with upmix/downmix
Video pull up/down
Video overlay for text
Auro 3D format support / up to 13.2 surround support
Support for IOSONO SAW / Wavefield synthesis products
ProSoundEffects 1.5 GB FX post-production library included
extended synchronization/machine control options / Syncstation connection
EBU-compliant measurement with Loudness Track
more exclusives coming with Nuendo 6.5:
BASS management
AAF 2.0
… more to be added…
For the Pro Post Studio, many things are doing the price difference unimportant. If they need it, the buy it (and the clients pay for it ).
As one who has used both Cubase and Nuendo since SX1 and N1.6, I can for the first time see very clearly the bounderies between their Music app and Post app.
Finally has Steinberg’s nagging about the “two different apps” come through to many users, with the difference between Cubase 7.5 and the upcoming Nuendo 6.5.
As a music only producer, the choice of going Cubase only is for the first time easy.
Because I don’t like certain parts of Cubase 7/7.5 and Nuendo 6, Nuendo 5.5 will be my last version.
If Cubase 8 will “fix and/or change” the things nagging me, I will go Cubase only.
But yes there are many things in Nuendo that justifies the price difference, if…if you run a pro Post Studio. For pro Music studio’s only (and/or hobby), Cubase is the way.
Finally I agree with Steinbergs statement on differentiating the two apps. Not so clearly in earlier versions.
Hi, I am a newbie here and a prospective buyer of Cubase and/or Nuendo. Thank you very much for this comprehensive explanation, this issue was discussed on various sites but your clarification was most straightforward and helpful.
I would have one more question if anybody would be so kind to answer:
I understand that there are many things in Nuendo, that are NOT in Cubase. But, are there things that are in Cubase but NOT in Nuendo?
In other words, if I purchase Nuendo do I need the Cubase (or Wavelab for that matter)?
At this point of my work I will mostly be working on music production, however, it is becoming increasingly clear that in the near future I will be moving towards video as well.
If you purchase Nuendo, you will have to buy NEK (aka Cubase Music Tools For Nuendo) to have all the Cubase “Music Tools”.
Look at the NEK info on the Nuendo pages.
For the money, maybe SB could (or should) consider allowing two product cycles for the higher priced version and up it a bit in price, in order to deliver better value for money and give end users more longevity without the hassle of having to upgrade your dongle every year or two.
Guys thank you very much. I checked, the NEK still exists and it provides somewhat better bang for the buck. At least you don’t have to pay for to different products. On the other hand, it is not the Cubase and it probably affects the workflow and functionality to a certain degree, but then again, maybe its not so bad.
I wanted to ask the same question about the Wavelab if someone would be able to help: What is the relation between Wavelab and the Nuendo? Are these two completely different products? Can Nuendo take care of pre-mastering and mastering process? If I purchase Nuendo do I need Wavelab?
I hope my questions doesn’t sound completely moronic to some of the more experienced members. If they do, very sorry.