Steinberg Dorico Pro 6
Steinberg Dorico Pro 6 is the world’s most advanced music notation and composition software, designed for composers, arrangers, orchestrators, and educators who demand precision, flexibility, and creative freedom. Dorico combines cutting-edge scoring intelligence with a modern workflow, enabling you to write, arrange, and engrave professional-quality scores faster and more intuitively than ever before.
With its refined interface, advanced automation, and deep integration with Steinberg’s Cubase and Nuendo, Dorico Pro 6 is the ideal choice for music professionals across film, television, concert, and educational settings.
Compose, Arrange, and Engrave with Confidence
Dorico Pro 6 transforms the process of creating music scores with intelligent tools that understand musical structure and context. Its automatic layout engine produces beautiful, publication-ready sheet music with minimal manual adjustment, while the powerful playback engine delivers expressive and realistic performances during composition and review.
Key Highlights
- Professional Notation Environment: Comprehensive tools for composition, scoring, and engraving.
- Automatic Layout & Engraving: Intelligent formatting creates clean, professional scores instantly.
- Advanced Orchestration Features: Perfect for film scoring, orchestral arranging, and ensemble work.
- Multi-Flow Support: Write multiple movements, cues, or songs within a single project.
- Realistic Playback: Integrated playback engine with HALion Sonic SE and NotePerformer compatibility.
- Powerful Condensing Tools: Effortlessly manage large orchestral scores with automatic part condensing.
- Cross-DAW Integration: Seamlessly connect with Cubase and Nuendo for synchronized workflows.
- Flexible Page Layouts: Adjust score layouts, instrument spacing, and text dynamically.
- Support for Modern Notation: Handles complex time signatures, microtones, tuplets, and divisi.
- Beautiful Score Output: Industry-leading engraving engine for professional publishing results.
What’s New in Dorico Pro 6
- AI-Enhanced Tools: Smart automation assists in note entry, layout, and phrasing.
- Expanded Playback Engine: Greater realism through articulation control and dynamic layering.
- Enhanced Condensing: Smarter handling of ensemble parts and instrument combinations.
- Improved Key Editor: Integrated velocity, dynamics, and expression control.
- Lyrics and Text Enhancements: Refined management for lyric alignment, spacing, and formatting.
- Improved Workflow: Faster navigation, editing, and streamlined notation entry.
- New Automation Tools: Control performance nuances directly within Dorico’s playback editor.
Perfect for Every Composer
Whether you’re composing for a full orchestra, film score, or solo instrument, Dorico Pro 6 adapts to your creative process. Its intuitive interface and smart automation let you focus on music instead of manual formatting — saving time while achieving stunning professional results. With built-in playback tools and powerful export options, Dorico integrates seamlessly into both studio and live production workflows.
Technical Specifications
macOS
- Operating System: macOS Sonoma 14, Sequoia 15, or later
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 (2018 or later) or Apple Silicon
- RAM: 8 GB minimum
- Storage: 20 GB free space recommended
- Audio Hardware: ASIO-compatible audio interface recommended
Windows
- Operating System: Windows 11 Version 24H2 or higher, Windows 10 Version 22H2 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 (8th Gen or newer), AMD Ryzen™ Series 3000 or higher
- RAM: 8 GB minimum
- Storage: 20 GB free space recommended
- Audio Hardware: ASIO-compatible audio interface recommended
Why Choose Dorico Pro 6?
Steinberg Dorico Pro 6 redefines what’s possible in professional music notation. Combining intelligent automation with the finest engraving tools in the industry, it’s the preferred choice for composers, arrangers, and publishers seeking exceptional quality, speed, and precision. With seamless DAW integration, expressive playback, and a fluid workflow, Dorico Pro 6 gives you everything you need to turn inspiration into publication-ready scores.
