I would seriously consider a new computer at this point rather than sinking money into outdated software. Is Cubase 5 still working for you? What does Cubase 7 have that you need? Or, you could purchase second hand and make sure you trust the seller. I think you would receive a grace period update to Cubase 12 and retain your 9.5 license on the USB-eLIcenser tagged as non-upgradable but still usable for 9.5 or below. I’m not sure exactly what would happen when you enter the activation code in the eLCC. Or, you could purchase another one before they are a thing of the past (as of Cubase 12, the eLicenser system is no longer used and has been replaced by a dongle-free Steinberg Licencing system). However, if you have a USB-eLicenser from Cubase 5 it might not matter. I can’t remember the exact version when the “boxed” Cubase didn’t include the dongle anymore, but this one probably does not come with it. It doesn’t say if it comes with the USB-eLicenser. Where are you located? Guitar Center seems to be listing a Cubase 9.5 NOS boxed version …Ĭlearance Steinberg Cubase Pro 9.5 Boxed Version | Guitar Center
