Sequel 2 is a new generation of Steinbergs music creation tool. Simplicity itself to use, Sequel combines recording, editing, mixing, instruments and effects in one affordable, easy-to-learn package.
From the creators of Cubase worlds most popular music production software - a brand new and easy-to-use music studio designed for first-time computer music enthusiasts. Sequel 2 combines lightning-fast recording, editing and mixing with on-board instruments and effects, plus powerful arranging and performance features. Sequel 2 runs on both PCs and Macs and comes with a massive library of more than 5000 loops, over 600 ready-to-play instrument sounds, stunning effects and the same state-of-the-art audio engine that is preferred by many world-class producers all around the globe. Its never been more fun to create music on a computer!
Sequel 2 is a timeline-based audio and MIDI sequencing application combined with a whole set of built-in studio-quality audio effects, virtual instruments, and a vast library of audio and MIDI loops/phrases, instrument sounds, and track presets. Sequel 2 is totally integrated. Instead of controlling external MIDI devices or 3rd-party plug-ins and virtual instruments, Sequel 2 is a powerful sound-creation and processing device itself and produces its own instrument sounds and effects. Besides recording, editing and mixing audio and instruments, Sequel 2 also offers powerful pattern-style arranging features, a global transpose track, and a unique live arrangement mode, which allows the user to remix/recombine song-parts on the fly and play along with them.
Main Sequel Features
Record, edit and mix music in any popular style
So easy to learn your own songs are just a few minutes away!
Perform your projects live on stage, at parties or at home
Arranger track for lightning-fast pattern-style producing
Audio and instrument parts follow tempo and key in real-time
More than 5000 loops from world-class producers included covering popular styles like Hip-Hop, R&B, Dance, Electronic, Pop, Metal, World, and many more
Use a keyboard to control 600+ ready-to-play instruments, or record your own instrument through dozens of great-sounding track presets
Mix your projects like a pro with EQ and Dynamics in every channel
Polish your mix with a complete set of integrated audio effects
Export your music directly to iTunes
One window many possibilities: learn how to make music in just minutes on either PC or Mac
Sequel 2 TOP New Features
Plug right into Sequel 2 with almost any hardware controller or keyboard, with easy setup thanks to the new Controller Learn feature
Live control of your performances using a MIDI keyboard or external hardware controller
Play melodies and chords without MIDI keyboard using the PC keyboard or mouse
Find tracks in your projects faster with Track Icons to label your tracks visually
Track Freeze for more CPU power more tracks, more Sequel!
Find your files faster with improved MediaBay handling and overview
Even more creativity with audio in the new Sample Editor with Free Warp and Audio Reverse
Set your project tempo by tapping it on a PC or MIDI Keyboard
Low latency on Windows Vista even with no ASIO sound device thanks to Windows Vista Core Audio (Vista only)
Sequel Content Sets available separately with thousands of additional loops for your favorite music style Additional New Features
MP3 export for 30 days for free additional patch available for unlimited encoding
New track sizes with shortcuts: Ultra-fast zooming of tracks with a single key
Metronome recording now with variable metronome volume
System Requirements:
Macintosh:
Power Mac G5 1.8 GHz or Core Solo 1.5 GHz
1 GB RAM
6 GB of free hard disk space
OS X Version 10.4
Display Resolution 1280 x 800 pixels
CoreAudio compatible audio hardware
DVD-ROM drive
Internet access required for license activation
Windows:
Pentium / Athlon 2 GHz desktop, 1.7GHz mobile, or Dual Core 1.6 GHz processor
1 GB RAM
6 GB of free hard disk space
Windows XP Home (SP2) or Windows, Vista Home Basic
Display Resolution 1280 x 800 pixels
Windows DirectX compatible audio hardware; ASIO compatible audio hardware recommended for low latency performance
DVD-ROM drive
Internet access required for licenseactivation