Cubase Pro 16 Upgrade from AI
Upgrade from Steinberg Cubase AI to Cubase Pro 16 and unlock the complete professional feature set of Steinberg's flagship digital audio workstation. Designed for demanding recording, composition, editing, mixing, and mastering workflows, Cubase Pro 16 provides advanced audio processing, extensive MIDI tools, professional routing, and powerful studio capabilities.
With unlimited audio, MIDI, and VST instrument tracks, Cubase Pro 16 gives you the flexibility to handle complex arrangements, large recording sessions, orchestral productions, and detailed studio projects. Its collection of 12 virtual instruments and libraries, 98 effects, more than 3,000 instrument sounds, and over 20 GB of samples and loops offers an extensive creative toolkit.
Cubase 16 introduces Instrument Stacks for layering multiple instruments into a single playable track, improved Stem Separation for isolating individual elements from mixed recordings, and Spectral AudioWarp for advanced time-stretching and pitch-shifting. Additional tools include DrumChain, Module FM, Strum and Stretch MIDI editing, redesigned tempo detection, and expanded MIDI 2.0 support.
Key Features
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Upgrade to Cubase Pro 16: Move from a qualifying Cubase AI license to the complete professional edition.
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Unlimited Track Count: Work with unlimited audio, MIDI, and VST instrument tracks.
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Instrument Stacks: Combine multiple virtual instruments, Sampler Tracks, and Drum Tracks into one playable stack with individual layer controls.
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Stem Separation: Isolate individual elements from mixed recordings for more flexible editing, remixing, and production.
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Spectral AudioWarp: Perform advanced spectral time-stretching and pitch-shifting.
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DrumChain: Shape drum sounds with a dedicated multi-effect processing environment.
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Module FM: Explore FM-based presets for leads, keys, basses, and textures.
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Advanced MIDI Editing: Use Strum and Stretch tools, MIDI 2.0 support, and expanded expression capabilities.
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Professional Mixing and Routing: Access up to 16 sends per track and eight Cue Sends for flexible mix configurations.
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VariAudio: Edit vocal pitch and timing directly within the Sample Editor.
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Dolby Atmos Production: Create immersive audio mixes with integrated Dolby Atmos tools.
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Control Room: Manage monitoring environments, cue mixes, and studio communication.
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Advanced Composition Tools: Includes Expression Maps, Score Editor, and detailed MIDI editing capabilities.
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Ableton Link: Synchronize Cubase with compatible applications and hardware.
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Improved Workflow: Features redesigned tempo detection, searchable settings, contextual Quick Help, and enhanced project management.
Technical Specifications
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Operating System: macOS and Windows
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Audio Engine: 64-bit
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Maximum Audio Resolution: 192 kHz
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Audio Tracks: Unlimited
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MIDI Tracks: Unlimited
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VST Instrument Tracks: Unlimited
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Virtual Instruments and Libraries: 12
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Instrument Sounds: More than 3,000
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VST Audio Effects: 92
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VST MIDI Effects: 17
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Physical Inputs and Outputs: 256
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Group Channels: 256
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Audio Channel Insert Slots: 16
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FX Sends and Returns: 16 sends / 64 returns
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License: Upgrade from Cubase AI
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Delivery: Download
License Information
This is an upgrade license for Cubase Pro 16, not a standalone full version. An existing qualifying Steinberg Cubase AI license is required for activation. Once activated, the license provides access to the complete Cubase Pro 16 feature set.
Older AI licenses, particularly those originally activated through the legacy eLicenser system, may require additional registration or eligibility verification through Steinberg Support before upgrading.
A Steinberg ID, internet connection, and Steinberg Download Assistant are required for registration, download, and activation. Cubase 16 uses Steinberg Licensing and does not require a USB-eLicenser.
