Wavelab 12 Revolutionizes Mastering with Over 80 New Features

Last updated: 2024-01-21 10:05 pm

Wavelab 12, the long-awaited update to Steinberg's popular mastering software, is finally available.

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Main features
Conclusion
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This release, described as the most comprehensive update in the product's history, introduces further 80 new features and improvements, radically transforming the mastering experience for users.

Main features

Integration with external DAWs: You can now drag and drop files directly from Wavelab 12 to any DAW, such as Cubase or Nuendo.
Standalone and DAW functions: Wavelab 12 can be used either as a standalone application or integrated into your favorite DAWs.
New Startup Assistant: A new interface for creating or navigating existing projects, audio montages, and more.
Improved Project Structure: Option for more intuitive file management, similar to traditional mixing and recording programs.
Master Section Saved with the Project: It is no longer necessary to save or load the master section separately.
Multicolor Waveform and Automatic Zoom: New options to view and analyze audio files more effectively.

Improved Loudness Analysis: Detailed loudness analysis for single tracks or entire albums.
Loudness Matching in Audio Montage: Direct comparison between reference tracks and works in progress, maintaining the same loudness level.
AR2 support: Wavelab 12 now works as a VST3 plugin in other DAWs.
Sidelining Tracks: Ability to temporarily disable tracks to reduce CPU load.
Plugin Settings Replicator: Quick plugin updates on multiple tracks.
Null Test Track: Verify that the rendering matches exactly what you hear during mastering.
Frequency Band Monitoring: Selective listening to specific frequency bands for more accurate quality control.
Playback Processing Chaining for Different Speaker Configurations: Customization of processing chains for different speaker configurations.
Album Wizard improvements: More efficient management of markers and tracks in album projects.

Conclusion

Wavelab 12 presents itself as an essential upgrade for any mastering professional or music production enthusiast. With its many new features and improvements, it promises to make the mastering process more intuitive, flexible and powerful. Available January 24, 2024, this update marks a significant step forward for the world's most popular mastering software.