System Requirements and Installation
Hardware Installation
to use the audio hardware. Depending on the operating system of your
computer, there are different types of drivers that can be used.
Dedicated ASIO Drivers
Professional audio hardware often comes with an ASIO driver written
especially for the device. This allows for direct communication between
Cubase and the audio hardware. As a result, the devices with specific ASIO
drivers can provide lower latency (input-output delay), which is crucial
when monitoring audio via Cubase or using VST instruments. The ASIO
driver may also provide special support for multiple inputs and outputs,
routing, synchronization, etc.
ASIO drivers are provided by the audio hardware manufacturers. Make
sure to check the manufacturer’s web site for the latest driver versions.
IMPORTANT
If your audio hardware comes with a specific ASIO driver, we strongly
recommend that you use this.
Generic Low Latency ASIO Driver (Windows Only)
On Windows systems, you can use the Generic Low Latency ASIO driver.
This driver provides ASIO support for any audio hardware supported
by Windows, thus allowing for low latency. The Generic Low Latency
ASIO driver provides the Windows Core Audio technology in Cubase. No
additional driver is needed. This driver is included with Cubase and does
not require any special installation.
NOTE
This driver should be used if no specific ASIO driver is available. Although
the Generic Low Latency ASIO driver supports all audio devices, you might
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