Cubase iC Pro (discontinued)

The Studio Remote That Disappeared Into Legend

For a decade, Cubase iC Pro was the industry-standard companion for Steinberg’s flagship DAW—a dedicated hardware controller that turned an Android tablet into a tactile mixing console. Now officially discontinued from active development, the app still works for users running older Cubase versions, offering a level of direct, low-latency control that modern generic MIDI remotes rarely match. If you own Cubase 6.5 through 10.5, this is the closest you’ll get to a physical control surface without buying expensive hardware.

Core Functionality: A Dedicated DAW Remote That Doesn’t Waste CPU

Unlike Bluetooth keyboard emulators or generic OSC remotes, Cubase iC Pro communicates via a proprietary wireless protocol that bypasses the DAW’s MIDI input processing. This means fader moves, transport commands, and plugin parameter adjustments register with near-zero latency over a local Wi-Fi network—no pairing headaches, no driver conflicts. The interface mirrors Cubase’s own mixer layout, displaying up to 24 channels per bank with real-time level metering, mute/solo buttons, and a dedicated channel strip for EQ and dynamics. You can switch between up to eight device presets, each mapping to a different Cubase project or even a different machine on the same network.

Key Advantages That Still Matter Today

• Single-purpose efficiency: No bloatware, no subscriptions—just a direct TCP/UDP link that frees up USB ports and reduces cable clutter in a studio.
• Hardware-grade tactile feedback: The app supports multi-touch gestures for fader rides, rotary knob turns, and even scrub wheel simulation, making automation writing feel natural rather than fiddly.
• Offline compatibility: Since the app doesn’t require cloud authentication, it works perfectly in a production environment without internet access—just a local router and a static IP assignment.
• Preset and template ecosystem: You can save and load complete mixer layouts, including custom channel names and color schemes, then share these as .preset files between multiple tablets.

The Hard Truth You Need to Know

Cubase iC Pro is no longer available for purchase on Google Play, and Steinberg has ceased updates. However, if you already own a license (or can find an APK from a trusted backup), it remains fully functional with Cubase versions up to 10.5. For Cubase 11 and later, Steinberg replaced it with the cloud-based Cubase Remote app, which lacks the same low-level optimization and requires a constant internet connection. iC Pro’s advantage: it works even when your studio has zero internet access, as long as a simple local network exists between the tablet and the DAW machine.

Consider Downloading This App If

You still use Cubase 6.5–10.5 in a production environment and want a dedicated, low-latency hardware controller that doesn’t occupy a USB port. It’s particularly useful for live recording sessions where you need to adjust headphone mixes or monitor levels from across the room without touching the main computer.

Technical Disclaimer: Cubase iC Pro requires a local Wi-Fi network between the Android device and the host computer running Cubase 6.5–10.5. The app does not function with Cubase 11 or later. No internet connection is required for operation, but initial setup may involve static IP configuration. This is a discontinued product—no further updates or technical support are provided by Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.