BOUNCE and EXPORT your TRACKS for mixing in CUBASE

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of bouncing and exporting audio tracks from Cubase for mixing. Whether you’re using Cubase Pro, Artist, or Elements, this method is effective for preparing your tracks before the mixing stage, especially if you don’t have access to Cubase’s batch export feature.

Step 1: Prepare Your Tracks for Export

• Select Tracks: Open your project in Cubase and ensure that all the tracks you want to export are ready. This includes checking for any effects or edits you want to include in the export.
• Check Levels: Make sure the volume levels of your tracks are balanced. Exporting a track with a peaking level can result in clipping or distortion in the mix.

Step 2: Set Up the Export Settings

• Open Export Window: Go to the top menu and select File > Export > Audio Mixdown to open the export window.
• Choose Audio Format: Select the desired audio format (WAV, AIFF, etc.) from the format options. WAV is commonly used for mixing due to its high quality.
• Set Bit Depth and Sample Rate: Choose the bit depth (16-bit or 24-bit) and sample rate (44.1 kHz or 48 kHz) that are compatible with your mixing environment.

Step 3: Configure Export Options

• Select Output Location: Click on the Browse button to choose the folder where you want to save the exported tracks.
• Name Your Files: Specify a naming convention for your files to keep them organized. For example, you can use the track name followed by the word "mix" (e.g., "Guitar_mix").
• Enable Options:
  • Check the box for "Add to Pool" to make your exported tracks available in the Cubase pool for easy access later.
  • If you want to include effects, ensure that "Render in Place" is selected.

Step 4: Export the Tracks

• Select the Track Region: Highlight the specific section of the timeline you want to export. If you want to export the entire track, make sure to select it appropriately.
• Start Exporting: Click the Export button to begin the export process. Wait for the progress bar to complete, and ensure that there are no errors during the export.

Step 5: Verify the Export

• Check the Exported Files: Navigate to the folder where you saved the files and ensure that all tracks have been exported correctly.
• Test Playback: Open one of the exported files in a media player to check for audio quality and completeness.

Conclusion

You have successfully bounced and exported your audio tracks from Cubase for mixing. This method is straightforward and can be used regardless of the version of Cubase you have. Now that your tracks are ready, you can proceed to the mixing stage in your preferred DAW or mixing software. Consider organizing your files and backing them up for future projects.