why should I buy cubase over cw

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Hi,
I'm trying to decide what to buy, cubase vst 32 or sonor xl. I thought I'd ask what you like/dislike about cubase. I'm looking for 1: MIDI 2:SoundFont and gigastudio support 3:digital audio.
any comments would be great. thanks.
 
why should I buy cubase over cw
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I can't think of a single reason. One reason (the only I can think of) must be the VST-support, but with Sonar and it's DXi-support, I don't see that as a problem. If you want VST support, visit FXpansion

I've used both Cubase (at School), ProTools (at School) and Sonar (at home). ProTools needs dedicated hardware, so unless you got plenty of cash, that's out of the question. Cubase and Sonar are about the same, but I personally prefer Sonar for it's interface.

Download the demos and try them out for yourself...
 
I only use cubase for sequencing because of habit, but I'm a bit sorry about that habit.

When you get the chance, start with sonar or Logc. Everybody I know recommends it above cubase.
 
Really? Wow. I've never had any issues with Cubase.

From what I've heard, though, Sonar is better for MIDI heavy stuff. I do mostly audio with MIDI accents, so Cubase suits me just fine.

I think that all of the programs mentioned are fine and have their individual strengths and weaknesses. Most of the comments heard about one program or the other being "better" are actually comments about the program's interface. You can get used to any interface so pick the program that meets your technical requirements.

Cubase does NOT, to my knowledge, support soundfonts, though, so that aught to help you make your decision. :)

Take care,
Chris
 
Chris Shaeffer said:

Cubase does NOT, to my knowledge, support soundfonts, though, so that aught to help you make your decision. :)

Take care,
Chris
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I can produce soundfonts with SB Live and use them with Cubase I believe. I'll have to try that when I get time now, hmmm.
 
Well, you can import Soundfonts into Cubase through Halion, a VST compliany plugin which is essentially a software based sampler. I have done this very successfully on a few projects. But it does cost you some more money ...

Drewboy
 
Or if you use a real soundcard as opposed to a soundblaster, you can use the LiveSynth VST instrument. It's a soundfont player that actually supports all the features of the soundfont specification.
 
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