Cubase is what’s known as a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). This is software for recording, editing, and producing audio and MIDI files. Cubase is one of the most comprehensive DAWs on the market and is used in professional studios (see Interface and Sound on Sound).
Want to start making your own music, get into mixing, or finally get the most out of Cubase? With my online lessons, I’ll teach you step by step how to work professionally with Cubase—whether you’re just starting out or already have some experience.
- Are you a complete beginner? I’ll first explain how Cubase works, how it’s organized, and how to set up your audio correctly.
- Depending on your goals, many different topics can be covered—for example: Cubase setup, effects and plugins, audio and MIDI editing, inserts and sends, volume automation, using the MixConsole, Drum Machine or Chord Tracks, and much more.
- You’ll learn to apply pitch correction to a recorded vocal track using VariAudio.
- You’ll learn how to record audio (like instruments and vocals) and MIDI.
- If you want to learn more about mixing and mastering in Cubase, we’ll work with a real multitrack recording and shape it into a professional-sounding track using Cubase (and other) plugins.
- You can also learn how to integrate external hardware (such as a reverb unit or a DAW controller like the nanoKONTROL) with Cubase.
- We’ll work on your (first) song.
I offer personal guidance, practical tips, and directly applicable knowledge. With more than 35 years of experience in Cubase, a cum laude degree in music production, 30 years of band experience (keyboards), and extensive knowledge of recording, mixing, and mastering, I guarantee solid Cubase training.
Whether you’re a singer-songwriter, producer, or just want to make music as a hobby—I’ll help you get started. Inquire about the possibilities and send me an email at cubaselessen@gmail.com.
| Information about the lessons |
Content of the lessons
You let me know your wishes during a short online intake meeting prior to the first lesson. I will tailor and prepare my lessons accordingly. Of course, you can also let me know during the process what you want to learn. This introduction also allows me to assess whether I can provide what you’re looking for.
This intake session will be done via Zoom, so make sure you have it installed (download). During this Zoom session I will also ask some other questions to find out what your background knowledge is, and I will explain how I work. Even if you have no musical background at all, you can get started with Cubase.
- Do you play an instrument?
- Do you write your own songs? In what style?
- Which version of Cubase do you use?
- What is your prior knowledge of Cubase, and what do you want to achieve?
- Do you use third-party plugins like FabFilter, UAD, MeldaProduction, etc.?
- Do you use an external audio interface like from Steinberg or Focusrite?
- Do you use other hardware like (MIDI) keyboards, DAW controllers, outboard gear (like reverb)?
- Are you familiar with music notation and chords?
- Do you have experience with mixing or composing/arranging?
- Agreements about price, time, and lesson duration.
- Explanation of Fiverr usage.
Lesson time and duration
I give Cubase lessons in addition to another job and my own musical activities. Therefore, I only teach a limited number of students. Together, we will schedule the lessons (in terms of frequency, timing, and duration). For me, weekends and evenings are usually the most suitable times. We can schedule a few lessons in advance or plan a lesson whenever you want to learn something new.
Usually, I teach 1-hour lessons. But we can also schedule longer lessons. If you’re an absolute beginner, a 2-hour introductory lesson is a good option to get you started right away. You set the pace of the lessons.
I also make a recording of the lesson, which you can later rewatch on YouTube as an unlisted video. In addition, you will also get access to a web page containing lesson notes and instructional materials (e.g. a Cubase template).
Stopping and restarting the lessons
I try to be as flexible as possible and therefore do not apply a notice period. This means you can (temporarily) stop the lessons whenever you wish. As mentioned, you can in principle book a lesson again whenever you feel the need to do so.
Please note, however, that as long as no lessons are scheduled and no agreements have been made about resuming your lessons, I will make room for other or new students. As a result, I may not always be immediately available to schedule new lessons for you.
Prices and payment
For one hour of lessons I charge 25 dollars. This means a lesson price of approximately 27 euros per hour, as I explain below. If you book 5 one-hour lessons at once, the price is 100 dollars. I keep this price low so that the threshold for taking multiple lessons is lower. This way, you don’t have to spend a large amount all at once. You won’t find it cheaper than this.
Why US Dollars?
I charge in US dollars because I offer my lessons through the Fiverr platform, which only allows me to set my prices in dollars. Using Fiverr simplifies my administration, but it also allows us to exchange files and enables me to answer your questions following a lesson. In addition, you can leave a review there, which helps me further.
How is the price determined?
For one lesson I currently charge 25 dollars. On top of this, Fiverr charges you a Service Fee. This is currently 5.5% of the lesson price plus a fixed amount of $3.50. As a result, a lesson costs approximately 30 dollars in total. Converted to euros, this comes to about 27 euros per lesson. The exact price depends on the daily exchange rate used by Fiverr.
Once you have created a Fiverr account (see below; create a Fiverr account), I will offer you one or more lessons (so please do not place an order yourself!). I explain this in detail later on. Payments are made via Fiverr in advance of one or more lessons.
If I am unable to give the agreed lesson (for example due to illness), you will receive a refund from Fiverr, or we can decide to reschedule the lesson for a later time.
It may sound complicated, but in practice this works easily and well, and it is also a safe way for you to pay.
Canceling a booked lesson.
Once a lesson has been booked through Fiverr, it can be canceled or rescheduled up to 24 hours before the start time.
