Steinberg have released Studio Case II, their all-in-one music suite. They’ve just bundled together cut-down versions of their other products — the Cubase sequencer and six VST instruments. This is one more instrument than the original Studio Case — they’ve added their new Virtual Bassist to the mix.

It all looks like a decent deal, especially if you’ve already used Cubase and want a complete studio package. However, everything in Studio Case II is a “special” (i.e. simplified) version, so you might outgrow it after a while. The appeal of an “all-in-one” package is pretty strong though — it’s nice to have everything in one box.

The full description on Steinberg’s websitegoes like this: Studio Case II is a complete music production package, which includes a high-performance sequencer and six fantastic-sounding VST instruments: Cubase SE3 (the new music production software based on award-winning Cubase SX3 technology, featuring 48 audio tracks as well as full VSTi support), and SE versions of 6 great VST instruments: HALion, The Grand, Virtual Guitarist Electric Edition, D’cota, Groove Agent and Virtual Bassist. This software collection is available for Mac and PC users at an unbelievable price.

Cubase SE
The complete music production suite for your studio! Cubase SE3 is based on the latest VST 2.3 audio engine (32-bit floating point) and offers full delay compensation. SE3 combines powerful audio and MIDI features with professional editing and effects. Start creating your own music with a system that is fully compatible with the Cubase family of products that are used in high-class studios around the world.

Groove Agent SE
Forget about tedious drum programming. Groove Agent is your personal virtual drummer, providing you with ready-to go drum tracks, live feel and extraordinary real-time control.

HALion SE
The backing part specialist. This 4-way timbral version of Steinberg’s HALion Sampler includes the Wizoo Composer Library and features HALion and Soundfont import, letting you play literally millions of sampled instruments.

The Grand SE
The Grand SE is a great-sounding acoustic grand piano with 4 characters (Natural, Soft, Bright and Hard) to suit any musical style.

D’cota SE
Steinberg’s next-generation multiple synthesis VST instrument supplies punchy basses, biting leads and massive pad sounds.

Virtuel Guitarist EE SE
Virtual Guitarist Electric Edition SE is a professional electric guitarist ready to play perfect funk, pop and rock styles with unbelievable sound and playing technique. Best of all – he’ll never argue…

Virtual Bassist SE
With version 2 of Studio Case you also get a special SE Version of Steinberg’s new virtual bass player, the latest addition to the virtual band. Virtual Bassist SE provides real bass parts with authentic sound character.

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