Macro

Dim Monitor & Activate Reference Level

Dims the monitor output and simultaneously activates the reference level — ideal for quick A/B loudness comparisons against a reference track without touching fader levels.

No setup required. This macro will dim your monitor output and activate the reference level in the Control Room, letting you compare your mix against a calibrated standard loudness.

Compatible Cubase versions
14
Edition
Pro

Included steps

  1. Control Room: Switch: Dim Active
  2. Control Room: Switch: Reference Level Active

How to install

Download the zip, then in Cubase open the Macro Manager, import the macro XML, and assign a key command if you like.

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