Cubase 7.5: Track Versions and Re-record Mode

Save Multiple Takes on a Track with Cubase 7.5 Track Versions

The new features in Cubase 7.5 include improvements to recording.
Both are likely to become essential tools for users.

• Track Versions: Save and edit multiple takes on one track
• Re-record mode: Immediately discard a failed recording and start again

Let’s look at each feature.

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Cubase 7.5 New Features Video Series

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New Feature 1: Show and Hide Tracks
New Feature 2: Enhanced VST Instruments
New Feature 3: Track Versions and Re-record Mode — You are here　
New Feature 4: Added Effects

Video Highlights: Manage Multiple Takes Efficiently

This useful feature lets you save multiple takes on a single track.

Hover over the right side of the track name,
and click the triangle icon that appears.

Select “New Version” from the menu.

The track switches to a different version.
This version starts completely empty.

Now record as you normally would.

You can switch between the different versions you create.

To delete an unneeded version,
select the take from the menu and choose “Delete Version.”

Track Versions works with MIDI and also with
audio, chord, tempo, and signature tracks.

Video Highlights: Re-record Mode

If you want to start over while recording,
the feature to use is Re-record mode.

It lets you record again without stopping.

Click the control outlined in red in the transport section.

Select “Re-record” from the menu.

You are now ready.

When you start recording, the recording indicator changes from its usual appearance.

Click the recording indicator
to discard the recording and begin again from the start.

You can record continuously without stopping playback, making your workflow much more efficient.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Which track types support Track Versions?

Track Versions can be used with MIDI, audio, chord, tempo, and signature tracks. You can manage different approaches on the same track and choose the best take later.

Q2. How do I discard a recording in Re-record mode?

Click the recording indicator while recording to discard the current recording and start again from the beginning. Playback does not need to stop, making the process more efficient.

Q3. How do I delete an unwanted track version?

Select the take you want to remove from the menu and click “Delete Version.” You can keep the versions you prefer and organize the rest.