Description
Steinberg · Cubase Pro 16
Your complete production studio.
Build ambitious sessions from the first musical idea to the final mix. Cubase Pro 16 brings recording, composition, detailed editing and mixing into one environment, with the depth to handle layered productions and demanding studio work.
Unlimited audio, MIDI and instrument tracks
Windows & macOS · Digital download · Upgrade
Create more with Cubase 16
Searchable settings
Find preferences, shortcuts and project setup in one workspace.
Expressive MIDI
Shape chord timing with Strum and stretch MIDI phrases to suit the arrangement.
VocalTouch
Polish vocal tone with focused, accessible controls.
Fresh inspiration
Explore new loop packs and Omnivocal Basic for songwriting ideas.
Instrument Stacks
Layer instruments, sampler tracks and drums under one playable track.
DrumChain
Shape drum dynamics and tone in one dedicated processor.
Module FM
Explore a new HALion Sonic library built around FM synthesis.
Expanded stem separation
Separate piano and guitar alongside other stems for editing and remixing.
Spectral Audio Warp
Transform timing and pitch with new spectral processing modes.
From first idea to final mix
- Compose with Chord Pads, Chord Track, Score Editor and articulation tools.
- Record and arrange performances with unlimited tracks and advanced editing.
- Refine vocals with VariAudio and develop complex mixes with Control Room and VCA support.
Explore the Pro toolkit
Open each section for the included tools in this edition. Features shown here follow Steinberg’s edition comparison.
Composing
- Chord Pads
- Chord Track
- Chord Assistant – Circle of 5ths
- Score Editor
- Dorico Project Import
- Dorico / MusicXML Import & Export
- Audio to MIDI chords
- Hermode tuning
- Scale Assistant
- Arranger Track
- Tempo Track
- Signature Track
- TrackVersions
- Global Transpose Track
- Note Expression
- Chord Assistant – Proximity Mode
- Expression Maps
- Time Warp
Recording
- Audio Pre-Record
- MIDI Retrospective Record
- Punch In & Punch Out
- Pre-Roll & Post-Roll
- Re-recording
- Pool
- Marker Track: 10
- Metronome: Advanced
- Comping
- Control Room
Sequencing
- Key Editor
- Drum Maps
- Drum Editor
- Track Quick Controls
- Chord Editor
- Chord Editing Section
- Instrument Stacks
- Pattern Sequencer
- Drum Track
- List Editor
- In-Place Editor
- MPE Support
- Tempo Detection Panel
- Logical Editor
- Global Tracks
Audio editing
- Audio Parts
- Hitpoint Detection
- Sample Editor
- Time Stretch
- SpectraLayers Go
- Group/Ungroup & Lock/Unlock
- Render in-place
- Audio Warp Quantize
- VariAudio 3
- WaveLab Go
- Audio Alignment
- Direct Offline Processing
- Group Editing
- Modulators
- Stem Separation
- Spectral Audiowarp
Mixing
- Channel Strip 2: Advanced
- Simultaneous mixer views: 4
- Full-screen MixConsole
- Ultra-precise automation curves
- A/B Comparison
- Mastering Presets
- Track visibility management
- Side-chaining
- MixConsole History
- SuperVision
- ADM Authoring for Dolby Atmos
- Renderer for Dolby Atmos
- Spectral Comparison EQ
- Automation Virgin Territories
- MixConsole Snapshots
- Control Room incl. Cue Sends
- Direct Routing
- Loudness Meter
- Link Groups
- Listen Mode
- Multi-channel true peak master meter
- Stereo Combined Panner
- VCA Faders
- Wave Meters
Virtual Instruments & Libraries
- Groove Agent SE
- Flux for HALion Sonic
- Trip for HALion Sonic
- Iconica Sketch for HALion Sonic
- Sampler Track 2
- Module for HALion Sonic
- Writing Room Synths
- Retrologue 2
- Padshop 2
- HALion Sonic
- Verve for HALion Sonic
- Drum Machine
Effects
- DJ EQ
- Standard Channel EQ
- StudioEQ
- GEQ 10
- GEQ 30
- Frequency EQ 2
- Voxengo CurveEQ
- VST Dynamics
- Limiter
- Brickwall Limiter
- Envelope Shaper
- Gate
- Maximizer
- Raiser
- Tube Compressor
- Vintage Compressor
- Squasher
- Midi Gate
- De Esser
- Expander
- Multiband Compressor
- Multiband Envelope Shaper
- Multiband Expander
- DrumChain
- Roomworks SE
- REVelation
- REVerence
- Roomworks
- MonoDelay
- PingPongDelay
- StereoDelay
- MultiTap Delay
- Studio Delay
- ModMachine
- AmpSimulator
- BitCrusher
- Da Tube
- Distortion
- Grungelizer
- VST Amp Rack
- Channel Tape Saturation
- Channel Tube Saturation
- Quadrafuzz 2
- Magneto 2
- VST Bass Amp Rack
- Distroyer
- SoftClipper
- Metalizer
- Ring Modulator
- AutoPan
- Chopper
- Chorus
- Flanger
- Phaser
- Tranceformer
- Tremolo
- Vibrato
- Rotary
- LoopMash FX
- Cloner
- Studio Chorus
- FX Modulator
- DualFilter
- ToneBooster
- Wah Wah
- Underwater
- Shimmer
- Auto Filter
- StepFilter
- MorphFilter
- Octaver
- Pitch Correct
- MonoToStereo
- StereoEnhancer
- Imager
- Mix6to2
- Tuner
- UV22HR
- SMPTEGenerator
- TestGenerator
- VocalTouch
- VocalChain
- Vocoder
- VoxComp
- Black Valve
- EQ-P1A
- EQ-M5
- Volume
MIDI Effects
- Beat Designer
- Arpache 5
- Arpache SX
- Auto LFO
- Chorder
- Compressor (MIDI)
- Context Gate
- Density
- MIDI Control
- MIDI Echo
- MIDI Modifiers
- MIDI Monitor
- Micro Tuner
- Note To CC
- Quantizer
- Step Designer
- Track Control
- Tranceformer
Collaboration
- VST Connect SE 5
- DAWproject support
Video
- Video Import
- Video Player
- Extract Audio from Video
- Video Export Render
- VR production suite
- Video Follows Edit Mode
Watch Cubase 16 in action
Steinberg’s official launch video introduces the Cubase 16 family. Feature availability varies by edition; use the Pro feature list above for this license.
Check your studio setup
| Windows | 64-bit Windows 11 25H2 or later; Windows 10 22H2 or later |
|---|---|
| macOS | macOS 15 Sequoia, macOS 26 Tahoe, macOS 27 Golden Gate |
| Windows processor | Intel Core i5 (8th generation), AMD Ryzen 3000 series, or Windows on Arm processor |
| Mac processor | Intel Core i5 (late 2018 or later), or Apple silicon |
| CPU cores | 4 or more |
| RAM | 16 GB minimum |
| Storage | 89 GB free space; core installation listed at 1.5 GB |
| Display | 1440 × 900 minimum at 100% UI scaling |
| Graphics | Windows-compatible graphics; Metal-compatible graphics on Mac |
| Audio hardware | OS-compatible audio hardware; ASIO recommended for low-latency work |
| Internet | Required for account registration, download and license activation |
Based on Steinberg’s Cubase 16 requirements checked November 5, 2026. Verify your audio interface, drivers and plug-ins against your chosen operating system. Waves Illugen is a separate service; its ongoing subscription is not included.
Download, activate, start creating
- Receive the digital license / Download Access Code for the exact edition and license type listed above. No physical equipment is included.
- Sign in to your Steinberg account and redeem the code. For updates and upgrades, use the account that holds the qualifying license.
- Install through Steinberg Download Assistant and activate using Steinberg Activation Manager.
- A single-user license supports activation on up to three computers for one person’s non-simultaneous use. Cubase 16 uses Steinberg Licensing; a USB-eLicenser is not required.
Before you order
Is this the right license for me?
Requires an existing qualifying Cubase Artist 6-11 license. This upgrade delivers Cubase Pro 16.
What happens after activation?
After initial activation, Cubase can run offline. Download and registration still require internet access.
Can I use my existing plug-ins?
Use compatible VST3 plug-ins. VST2 is not officially supported; Steinberg notes limited legacy loading outside native Apple silicon, without VST2 support.
Are the pictured devices included?
No. This is downloadable software. Computers, keyboards, audio interfaces and studio accessories shown in manufacturer artwork are illustrative.
Official resources
New in Cubase 16 · Edition comparison & requirements · Licensing FAQ · Release notes
Need help matching your current license? Contact YRS MIDI before ordering.
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