MixConsole in Cubase
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MixConsole in Cubase
Cubase has several windows that you can use to work in your production.
The MixConsole window will be your second-most-used window since it displays your faders, inserts, processing and all the routing parameters resembling an analog console.
This window is designed to be operated during mixing because it shows meters, faders and pan pots.
You will find it useful to switch between the MixConsole and Project Window by pressing the F3 key.
This tutorial will give you an overview of the MixConsole in Cubase!
- Open your Cubase project:
2. Press F3 to open your MixConsole:
Your MixConsole will open as:
The MixConsole has three main areas that you want to explore:
- Main Zone: This area contains your routing, inserts, EQ, and sends from your channel strip. The signal flows in a series, just like an analog board. You can click on any of the options to expand their parameters:
- Below Zone: This area contains the faders and pan pots associated to each of the channels. It also has solo, mute, listen and record buttons. Automation record can also be enabled on a per-channel basis.
- Left Zone: This area contains the Visibility, History and Snapshot tabs.
The Visibility tab shows your tracks list. You can show/hide your tracks by clicking on the check mark to the left of their associated names.
The History tab lets you “go back in time” with the actions and operations you perform at the MixConsole in order to recall previous settings.
The Snapshots tab lets you load pre-defined snapshots or presets of your console for easier recalling.
And that is your MixConsole in Cubase! Start playing back your projects and explore this window, you will enjoy it!
We hope you found this tutorial on the MixConsole in Cubase helpful!
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