How to Assign a Remote Control to Plug-in on Master Bus | Club Cubase January 25th 2022

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of assigning a remote control to a plug-in on the Master Bus in Cubase. This capability enhances your workflow by allowing you to control effects and parameters directly from your MIDI controller or external device, streamlining your mixing process.

Step 1: Open the Master Bus

• Launch Cubase and open your project.
• Navigate to the MixConsole by selecting it from the menu or using the shortcut key (F3).
• Locate the Master Bus in the MixConsole view.

Step 2: Insert a Plug-in

• In the Master Bus channel, find the Insert Effects section.
• Click on an empty insert slot to open the plug-in selection menu.
• Choose the desired plug-in from the list and click to insert it.

Step 3: Access Remote Control Settings

• Right-click on the insert you just added to access the plug-in settings.
• Select Remote Control from the context menu to open the Remote Control Editor.

Step 4: Configure Remote Control Assignment

• In the Remote Control Editor, you will see a list of available parameters.
• Select the parameter you wish to control (e.g., gain, frequency).
• Click on the Learn button or toggle the control mode to enable MIDI learn.

Step 5: Assign a MIDI Controller

• Move the knob or slider on your MIDI controller that you want to assign to the selected parameter.
• Ensure the parameter is now linked to your MIDI controller by checking for any visual feedback in the Remote Control Editor.

Step 6: Test Your Setup

• Move the assigned control on your MIDI device to see if it adjusts the plug-in parameter in real-time.
• If it does not respond, repeat the assignment steps to ensure correct mapping.

Step 7: Save Your Configuration

• Once your remote control assignment is working, save your project to retain the settings.
• You might also want to save the Remote Control setup for future use by using the Save Preset option.

Conclusion

You have successfully assigned a remote control to a plug-in on the Master Bus in Cubase. This allows for more intuitive control over your mix and can significantly enhance your workflow. For further exploration, consider experimenting with different plug-ins and parameters, or dive deeper into Cubase's features for a more robust mixing experience.