Steinberg has released Nuendo 14, a major update to their DAW that they describe as “the new standard in audio post-production and game audio”.

New features include AI-powered speech-to-text technology, a powerful mixing assistant, enhanced event volume curves and range tool editing. Game audio designers can now preview sound effects from Audiokinetic’s Wwise before exporting them, and there are 30+ additional new features, plug-ins and other improvements.

A core feature of Nuendo 14 is the integration of Adaptive Background Attenuation (ABA) by Fraunhofer IIS. This automates the delicate balance of a mix, ensuring that dialog remains consistently intelligible. By using the dialog stem as a reference, ABA intelligently attenuates loud background sounds, maintaining a user-defined minimum margin. This allows for clear foreground audio, without sacrificing overall mix control.

Additionally, the software incorporates AI-powered speech-to-text transcription, which facilitates the creation of ADR cycle markers from dialog tracks. This feature promises to save significant time by automating the transcription process, allowing audio professionals to focus on the creative aspects of their work.

Features:

• Adaptive Background Attenuation (ABA) for automated mix balancing.
• AI-powered dialog transcription.
• Game Audio Connect 3 for sound effect previews within Audiokinetic Wwise.
• Parameter-based automated sound variations.
• Event Volume Curves for quick level adjustments.
• Audio Segment Automatic Detection.
• Range tool improvements.
• Expanded Dolby Atmos renderer format support.
• Updated video engine with 4K/8K support.
• CSV file import without timecode.
• Enhanced MediaBay sound effect previews.
• DAWproject support.
• New Volume and effect plugins (Shimmer, Underwater, StudioDelay, AutoFilter).
• 64-bit project support.
• SpectraLayers Go integration.
• MixConsole improvements, including Lower Zone display and track rearrangement.
• Pattern Sequencer, Drum Track, and Score Editor enhancements.
• Performance monitoring tools.
• Auto Saves folder for backup files.
• SuperVision meter improvements.
• Ruler offset options.
• Hardware audio port flexibility.
• Windows light and dark mode support.

Pricing and Availability:

• Nuendo 14: €999 / $999.99.
• Nuendo 13 to 14 update: €199 / $199.99.

See the Steinberg site for details.