Steinberg Releases Nuendo 15

Steinberg has released the latest version of Nuendo, which they say delivers the next evolution in audio post-production with more precise analysis and enhanced control than ever before. 

Steinberg Head of Pro Audio, Timo Wildenhain, told us, "With Nuendo 15, we're igniting the next evolutionary stage for audio post-production and media production in general. With industry-first functions like the Analyzer Track display and improvements in virtually all program areas -- including editing, video, and ADR -- Nuendo 15 is a groundbreaking update."

Here's the details direct from the company...

Nuendo 15, includes new features and workflow improvements for accurate dialogue
editing, efficient mixing, and smoother session management to help audio professionals
work with even greater consistency and speed.

Nuendo has been a vital tool in creating the memorable soundtracks for many high-profile
movies, TV shows, games, and immersive experiences. The latest version sees it evolve
again, with integral measurement of dialogue intelligibility, improved automation, simplified
multi-channel management, new sound design tools, a scalable user interface, and a range
of other powerful workflow improvements.

Analysis and automation
An industry-first feature is the Analyzer Track, which allows dialogue intelligibility to be
precisely measured and displayed within Nuendo 15. Based on Fraunhofer IDMT
technology, at-a-glance, color-based metering means problem areas can be instantly
identified, with real-time analysis or the new offline analysis and display feature on the
Analyzer Track alongside adjustable thresholds to align dialogue with broadcaster
specifications.

Nuendo 15 sees the film mixing automation system significantly updated, with a new
vertical, space-saving view, while the automation system introduces several new functions.
These include parameter selection by simply touching plug-in controls, copy/paste
automation, individual track punch out in Latch Mode, clearer visual automation states, and
more.

A long-requested feature is Convert Channels, which automatically splits or merges files to
match a selected track layout. Surround clips can be quickly broken down into structured
stems or mono files combined into stereo pairs during import or across multiple tracks,
reducing repetitive setup tasks and streamlining session preparation.

Import and export improvements
An important new feature for broadcast and post-production is direct import of MXF video
and audio tracks from OP1a containers. Offering immediate compatibility with AVC Intra
50/100/200 and MPEG-2 codecs, more formats will be supported in future updates. Support
for MPF and MXF/S ADM imports also means full scene metadata can now be brought into
a session.

Meanwhile, video export sees flexible resolution and encoding options added. These include
a range of presets, software or GPU encoding, and support for text overlays from the active
marker track, allowing timecode, dialogue, and other ADR attributes to be burned into the
exported video. A quick export option also streamlines audio rendering, supporting faster
previews and intermediate deliverables during active sessions.

New sound design and music features
Nuendo 15 adds all the latest audio and sound design features from Cubase 15. These
include AI-powered stem separation, which is perfect for vocal isolation and rebalancing,
plus a redesigned Expression Maps system to refine articulation control. The DAWproject
format offers expanded interoperability, allowing projects to move between Nuendo,
Cubase, Cubasis, and other supported DAWs while maintaining structure and intent.

New effects include the UltraShaper compressor, which combines transient shaping, clip
limiting, and EQ sculpting for precisely controlled dynamics. The real-time PitchShifter
includes formant preservation, saturation modes, stereo unlinking, and a ±24 semitone
range, plus there are six new Modulators to add motion and evolving textures.

Natural-sounding synthesized vocals can be created with the Omnivocal plug-in, extending
the possibilities of vocal design, temp dialogue, and experimental applications, while
expressive monophonic or polyphonic melodic patterns can be created with the Pattern
Sequencer.

Additional sounds are also included in Nuendo 15, with expanded HALion libraries, the
redesigned Groove Agent SE, a collection of 40 modern Drum Machine kits, plus extra,
genre-spanning loop packs and curated samples. 30 new Chord Pad presets also deliver
ready-to-use harmonic structures for tonal references, sustained beds or compositional
placeholders.

More workflow enhancements
A new Hub means sessions begin more easily, with resizable panels, project previews, and
enhanced search and filtering options, while a redesigned ADR panel provides a clearer
structure and more streamlined visual layout. Any Folder Track can also now be assigned
its own group channel, with tracks in the folder automatically routed to their corresponding
bus. Volume and pan controls are available directly within the track controls area, including
customizable layouts per track type and, in macOS, Nuendo 15 supports native full-screen
mode, enabling immersive editing and mixing across Project and MixConsole windows.

Other new workflow features and improvements include:
• WaveLab Go, a new ARA extension which builds on WaveLab Pro's highly regarded
editing technology, comprising mastering-grade audio analysis, editing, and repair tools.
• An updated Score Editor with new tools and enhanced workflows.
• New color schemes which improve the readability of various SuperVision modules.
• Improved Headphones Match, with new and updated compensation curves for
headphones from Audeze, Audio Technica, Beyerdynamic, Fiio, Sennheiser, Shure,
and more.
• All stock effect plug-ins include user-adjustable interface scaling.
• Pinch-to-zoom gestures on compatible macOS devices for smooth navigation and
precise timeline control.
• The Sampler Track now enables instant sample replacement via MediaBay Hot Swap,
with improved filtering to speed up selection and auditioning.

Pricing and Availability:
Nuendo 15 is available from resellers and through the Steinberg Online Shop. The suggested retail price is 999 euros or 999.99 US dollars. An update from Nuendo 14 to Nuendo 15 is available with a suggested retail price of 199 euros or 199.99 US dollars.

Prices may vary according to region.

Prices of all updates to Nuendo 15 are reduced by 20% from March 25, 2026, to April 15, 2026.

Further updates and crossgrades are exclusively available through the Steinberg Online
Shop.

Customers who have activated Nuendo 14 or earlier versions from February 25, 2026, are eligible for a free, downloadable grace period update to the latest version.

More information:

• www.steinberg.net/nuendo

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