My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer

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2013/03/03 14:21:22 (permalink)

My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer


Hey Guys,

New to the Forum - and, new to DAW recording. My first steps in X2: fiddling with loops, editing MIDI with the PRV, trying out the soft-synths (Dimension Pro & Pentagon) and testing out the V-Vocals. For 50 seconds of music, it took me about 5 hours! But, I'm surprised at how well it turned out. Can't wait to delve deeper into Sonar!!

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    chuckebaby
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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/03 15:14:35 (permalink)
    great example of how one can express themselfs with the use of loops.
    nice mix,really enjoy the your vocal tracks effects,reminds me of human league,that was back when music was at its most original form.

    please keep it up,would love to hear a full lenth song constructed in typical songwriting formula.

    great work.

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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/03 17:03:03 (permalink)
    Interesting use of loops and the children's song. Made me think of Kraftwerk for some reason, but not really sure why.

    Will be interested to hear how you progress with your use of Sonar.
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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/04 12:28:24 (permalink)
    Thanks, guys, for taking the time to have a listen! Not to mention the positive feedback :)

    @chuckebaby: I've already had a gander at your stuff, even before I registered on the forum - YOU rock, dude! I'll definitely check by every now and again to see what's new!

    @blipp: I'll be checking out your stuff, shortly. Can't wait to hear it ;) 

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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/04 12:42:18 (permalink)
    Now that you got your feet wet, don't stop!  You've come to the right place for learning and helpful comments.  Welcome to the forum.

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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/04 17:21:25 (permalink)
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    Hey Guys,

    New to the Forum - and, new to DAW recording. My first steps in X2: fiddling with loops, editing MIDI with the PRV, trying out the soft-synths (Dimension Pro & Pentagon) and testing out the V-Vocals. For 50 seconds of music, it took me about 5 hours! But, I'm surprised at how well it turned out. Can't wait to delve deeper into Sonar!!

    https://soundcloud.com/fullbug/my-duckies

    Not to shabby for a first attempt or even a tenth for that matter.  Look forward to some more creations.






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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/05 02:43:15 (permalink)
      hey blipp, I just checked out your songs ... Love your sounds and beats, man. Do you do soundtracks? If not, you should get your songs into film. I got all kinds of film scenes going on in my head, when I listen to your tracks! WOW!! bug

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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/05 13:09:23 (permalink)
    Sounds like you have got off to a reasonable start.

    Look forward to more of your experimentation

    Thanks for sharing.

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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/05 14:56:26 (permalink)
    Welcome to the forum Tim... sounds good so far... Bring up the vox...
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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/05 16:10:35 (permalink)
    Very good for a first attempt! I think I've used that same vocal sample at some point....

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    Re:My First Steps with Sonar X2 Producer 2013/03/06 21:23:06 (permalink)
    Lots of fun isn't it? With a name like Fullbug...I think it needs some guitar? Nice job.

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