Cubase Elements 15 DAW Software – Academic Version
The deal
$46.89 at Sweetwater (down from $66.98). Sale ends April 28, 2026. This is the academic version, which requires proof of student or educator status at checkout.
What it is
Cubase Elements 15 is the entry-level edition of Steinberg's flagship Cubase DAW, offering a complete recording, editing, and mixing environment. It includes 64 audio tracks, 64 instrument tracks, and 64 MIDI tracks alongside 24 bundled VST instruments - including HALion Sonic SE, Groove Agent SE, and Retrologue - plus more than 30 built-in effects. The academic version carries identical features to the standard release, licensed for educational use.
Who it's for
Music students and educators who want to learn and work on the same professional software used in recording studios worldwide. It also suits home producers who want a serious DAW workflow without the cost of the full Artist or Pro editions.
Key features
- 64 audio, instrument, and MIDI tracks give you room to build complex sessions from the start
- Comes with 24 VST instruments including HALion Sonic SE for sample-based sounds, Groove Agent SE for drums and beats, and Retrologue for analog-style synthesis
- VariAudio provides built-in pitch correction and vocal editing without needing a third-party plugin
- Chord Track and Chord Assistant help you write and develop harmonic progressions whether you play by ear or by theory
