Each Steinberg have the same Technological features, the only differences in the two are the, recording,play,next buttons and the AI knob.
AI Knob
One of the most innovative features of CI2+ is the revolutionary AI Knob, which is a "point and control" precision controller. Rather than attempting to replace traditional mouse pointing devices, the AI Knob harnesses the flexibility of a computer mouse to offer unprecedented speed when editing parameters and adjusting settings. The computer mouse is simply moved over the parameter, which is then automatically placed under full precision control through the AI Knob, with no need to make any additional settings in Cubase, any additional software module or on the interface itself. The parameter can be locked to the AI Knob to retain control when the mouse is moved elsewhere onscreen. The AI Knob of the CI2+ controls all Cubase mixing parameters plus VST3 and VST2 plug-ins. On
the CI2+, you will find an enhanced version of the AI Knob featured on
the CC121 Advanced Integration controller. The AI Knob on the CI2+ is also a push encoder that enables new enhanced functionality.
The sequences can either be chosen from a list of templates or be customized by you. The Interactive Recording function provides full freedom of movement, doing away with mouse operation in specific situations and, more importantly, helps to maintain the creative flow. You can operate this functionality by the Action Pad or with the optional footswitch
Yamaha FC5.
Transport control functionality
The buttons "Next", "Previous", "Play/Stop" and "Rec" are additional buttons for transport control of Cubase. The "Previous" button moves the project cursor on Cubase to the previous marker position. When the browse mode is active the "Previous" button moves the cursor to the previous column. Holding down this button starts fast rewind. The "Next" button moves the project cursor on Cubase to the next marker position. When the browse mode is active the "Next" button moves the cursor to the next column. Holding down the button starts fast forward. Pressing the "Previous" button and the "Next" button simultaneously enables or disables the Cycle function on Cubase. The "Rec" button starts the recording in Cubase. The "Play/Stop" button alternately executes Play or Stop on Cubase. Double-clicking this button returns the project cursor on Cubase to the start position.
