8.0

Audio Effects
Insert Effects
243
In Cubase Elements, slots 7 and 8 are post-EQ and post-fader. Post-fader slots are
best suited for insert effects where you do not want the level to be changed after
the effect, such as dithering and maximizers – both typically used as insert effects
for output busses.
NOTE
Applying several effects on several channels may be too much for your CPU to
handle! If you want to use the same effect with the same settings on several
channels, it may be more efficient to set up a group channel and to apply your effect
only once, as a single insert for this group. You can use the VST Performance
window to keep an eye on the CPU load.
RELATED LINKS
Dithering (Cubase Elements only) on page 245
Routing Through Insert Effects
Insert effect settings are available in the Channel Settings window and the
Inspector.
The examples below show the Channel Settings window, but the procedures are
the same for all the inserts sections.
PROCEDURE
1. Bring up the Channel Settings window.
The insert slots are found on the Inserts tab.
2. Move the mouse over the first insert slot, click on the arrow symbol that is
displayed, and select an effect from the selector.
RESULT
The effect is loaded and automatically activated and its control panel opens. You
can open the control panel for a loaded effect by double-clicking in the middle of
the insert slot.
• If the effect has a dry/wet Mix parameter, you can use this to adjust the
balance between the dry signal and the effect signal.
• To remove an effect, open the pop-up selector and select “No Effect”.