Using the Melodic Pattern Editor in Cubase 15

Cubase 15 Try it →Watch full video →Dom Sigalas · Nov 2025

Demo summary

The host demonstrates the new Melodic Pattern Editor by setting scales, toggling polyphonic modes, and using the randomize function to generate phrases for an Arturia Juno 6 synth.

Step-by-step

Open the Melodic Pattern Editor
Set the desired key and scale (e.g., E harmonic minor)
Select between Mono mode for monophonic melodies or Poly mode for multiple voices per step
Click Variation to generate different versions of the current phrase
Click Randomize to generate a completely new melody
Automate synth parameters like cutoff or reverb sends directly within the editor

Options

Switch between Major, Aeolian Natural Minor, or Harmonic Minor scales
Toggle between monophonic and polyphonic playback modes

Tips

Use this feature to get a different creative approach than what you would typically play manually on a keyboard
Use the randomize function if you are not a keyboard player to create melodies quickly

Highlights

“it allows you to create melodies super fast”

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