Cubase

I use Cubase on a regular basis for mixing tracks / soundtracks / speech etc. Compared to other DAW software, I find Cubase the easiest to navigate and operate, with all functions being clearly laid out, easy to find and operate. Cubase and it's partner product, Nuendo, are also interchangeable when working with other producers (especially in the world of post production in TV) where Nuendo is a popular platform, which means I don't have to worry about compatibility in the first stage mix before it goes to post. Cubase is also a perpetual licence unlike most other DAW's in the industry which means it can be budgeted for and costs offset rather than worrying about subscriptions, increasing prices, licence activation / authorisation through the computer having to be online as well. There is also the fact that , compared to ProTools, there is no limitation on channel counts or other software limitations which quickly become more expensive to 'rent' from the supplier when working on larger projects. All in all, Cubase is an industry recognised software platform which I am very happy with. The only thing I wish they did is release updates more often once bugs have been identified by the user community, and the user support via ticket could improve considerably.

• As a result of having Cubase in my inventory I have received 15-20 large scale projects increasing turnover by around 25%
• Ability to work in remote areas with no internet and not have to worry about activation / licence renewals
• The interoperability of Cubase with Nuendo provides increased scope for work with other sound designers / editors / post mixers.

Microsoft 365 Business Premium, Adobe Audition, Adobe Acrobat, Cyberduck, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, FileZilla, Parallels Desktop, OBS Studio, Mozilla Firefox

• MIDI and VSTi: During the writing process, we use a number of VSTi's. Cubase's ability to handle all of the different routing possibilities has become integral to our process.
• Speed: The workflow improvements made in the last few versions has greatly improved the amount of work we can get done.
• Flexibility: Being able to export mixes in multiple formats without having to use third-party software is invaluable. We can make multiple versions for online, CD, or even vinyl in just a few clicks.

• Since converting to Cubase, we have only seen a positive impact. We are able to provide a much higher value to our clients by being able to do everything in one software solution. The price point for Cubase Pro is under $1,000, so the investment is paid for within a couple projects.

Propellerhead Reason, GarageBand and Avid Pro Tools

Adobe Captivate, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition

• Integration with Waves plugins and VSTs
• Multitrack recording
• Efficient mastering

• Ease of use minimizing learning time
• Cost effective
• Ability to quickly produce a quality product

Avid Pro Tools

Cinema 4D, Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator CC

• Overpriced upgrades
• Can be a resource hog with RAM when you have a large session

Avid Pro Tools

Avid Pro Tools, Audacity, Ableton Live

• Easy to use user interface
• Easy to use media import feature and media management (pool)
• Low requirements for PC hardware

• Using Cubase over something like Protools means that new users are more likely to be successful during training and due to this, decrease training time.
• More trained staff means that we are able to complete more projects faster instead of waiting for a more skilled staff member to become available.
• Implementation on-site for on-site recording has been very reliable and has decreased the amount of failed recordings during events.

Avid Pro Tools, FL Studio and Audacity

FL Studio, Avid Pro Tools, Audacity, Ableton Live