With the release of Cubase 14 on November 6, 2024, we have taken another step towards the announced discontinuation of the VST 2 plug-in format.
In Cubase/Nuendo 14 and Cubase 15, VST 2 plug-ins are therefore disabled by default.
This serves as a reminder that support for this plug-in format will be discontinued in the foreseeable future. We urge all users still using VST 2 plug-ins to switch to VST 3 versions. If in doubt, it is recommended to contact the respective plug-in manufacturer for information on the availability and support of VST 3 compatibility.
Enabling VST 2 Plug-ins
If you still rely on your VST 2 plug-ins in Cubase/Nuendo 14 or Cubase 15, you have the option to enable them again:
- Open Cubase/Nuendo.
- In the menu, go to "Studio".
- Click "VST Plug-in Manager".
- Click the "VST 2" button.
Cubase/Nuendo then immediately scans for VST 2 plug-ins, which can be used again afterward.
⚠️ Note
Cubase/Nuendo does not respond while the scan is running. The duration of the scan can vary depending on the number of installed VST 2 plug-ins.
Cubase 15
Additional settings such as the VST 2 plug-in path settings become available again only after VST 2 plug-ins have been enabled.
Cubase/Nuendo 14
Additional settings such as the VST 2 plug-in path settings become available again only after VST 2 plug-ins have been enabled.
⚠️ Note
It is not possible to enable VST 2 plug-ins at all when running Cubase/ Nuendo as a native Apple Silicon version on macOS systems. You need to start the application in Rosetta mode if needed. Learn more