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http://www.soundonsound.com/articles/Sonar.php Cakewalk SONAR | SOS Tutorials, Techniques & Workshops Making The Most Of SONAR Sonar: Matrix Magic Sonar Notes & Techniques
We explain some of the tricks and composition methods opened up by Sonar 8.5’s new Matrix view.
Optimum Vocals with VX64 Vocal Strip Sonar Notes & Techniques
Sonar 8.5’s VX64 Vocal Strip offers new possibilities for vocal processing.
Sonar: Punchy Percussion with PX64 Sonar Notes & Techniques
Get to grips with Sonar’s brand-new PX64 percussion strip, which offers all the processors you need for treating drums.
Sonar: Making A Virtual Drum Room Sonar Notes & Techniques
Sampled drums lacking realism? Synthesize stereo room mics to add authentic ambience with Sonar’s built-in effects.
Sonar: Bigger Beats Sonar Notes & Techniques
Get a big, ‘produced’ sound from Sonar’s classic analogue drumbox samples.

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