Steinberg Releases Cubase 15 with AI Stem Separation, New Modulators and Workflow Updates

Steinberg has announced the immediate availability of Cubase 15, the latest major update to its music production software. The new version is available in three tiers: Pro, Artist, and Elements, each receiving a range of new features and workflow improvements. This release focuses on several key areas: expanding sound design tools (particularly in the Pro version), simplifying common workflows, and updating core plug-ins. What's New in Pro For users of Cubase Pro, the headline additions include AI-powered Stem Separation for extracting elements from mixed audio, an enhanced Expression Maps system for controlling articulations, and six new modulator modules, building on the system introduced in Cubase 14. The Pro version also gets UltraShaper, a new dynamics plug-in for transient shaping, limiting, and EQ. Updates for All Versions Many updates apply across the different versions. A new Melodic Pattern Sequencer is available for Pro and Artist users, designed for creating patterns with features like randomization and custom scales. Both Pro and Artist also get a new PitchShifter effect, a collection called Writing Room Synths, and 40 new Drum Machine kits. All users, including those with Elements, will see a redesigned Hub for starting projects, automation enhancements, and a new beta vocal synthesis engine called Omnivocal, which uses Yamaha technology to sing notes and lyrics entered into the Key Editor. Core plug-ins like Groove Agent SE 6 have been updated with new interfaces, and all stock effects now support scalable UIs. We worked closely with our community to refine what matters most, turning valuable feedback into meaningful improvements that make everyday workflows smoother and more intuitive. This release builds naturally on the foundation of the previous version — it feels like the perfect evolution, marking a major leap forward for Cubase. Matthias Quellmann, Senior Marketing Manager at Steinberg New Features at a Glance Pro Only Enhanced Expression Maps including deep editor integration. Stem Separation with AI power. New Modulators (expanded sound design toolkit). UltraShaper (auto-compensating compressor with EQ, limiting, and transient control). Pro & Artist Melodic Pattern Sequencer. PitchShifter (real-time ±24 semitone shifting). Writing Room Synths (new presets). 40 new Drum Machine kits. Pro, Artist & Elements. Automation Enhancements for faster workflows. Redesigned startup hub with previews and filters. Genre-spanning new sound and loop packs. 30 new Chord Pads presets. Omnivocal (beta) vocal synthesis engine. Native macOS full-screen support. Volume and pan added directly to track controls. Improved DAWproject support for cross-DAW sharing. Groove Agent SE 6 (new UI, mixer, and effects). Improved Sampler Track (instant hot-swapping of samples). Scalable interfaces for all stock effects plug-ins. Pinch to Zoom on macOS. Quick audio export options. Updated Score Editor with new tools and workflows. Pricing & Availability Cubase 15 is available now from resellers and the Steinberg Online Shop. Suggested retail pricing is as follows (prices may vary by region): Cubase Pro 15: €579 or $579.99. Cubase Artist 15: €329 or $329.99. Cubase Elements 15: €99.99 or $99.99. A range of updates, upgrades, and crossgrades are available. Customers who activated Cubase 14 or earlier versions on or after October 8, 2025, are eligible for a free grace period update. https://youtu.be/77zQzd7XsdI Read More