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Comping may get all the attention, but Sonar’s punch options are powerful and fast.

Sync your VST effects perfectly with Sonar tempo, find out when snapshot is better than dynamic automation, and catch up with the latest Cakewalk software news.

The latest Sonar update optimises the software for multi-processor PCs, as well as adding new operational features. Read on to find out what they'll mean to you, and explore another crop of tips and techniques.

Find out how to load REX files into Sonar, discover which digital audio editors work best with loops, and explore some useful envelope techniques.

We investigate a new DXi option that makes vocal manipulation as easy as editing MIDI data. Plus the usual haul of Sonar power tips...

We explain how to transfer projects between DAWs that speak OMF, and look at some clever envelope tricks.

This month, fun things to make and do with Lexicon's Pantheon reverb, plus how linking clips can make your life easier...

We bring you yet more Sonar stratagems, including further adventures in envelope copying, some handy track tricks, and advice on using Arturia's Storm with Sonar.

We explain how to use the handy Scrub tool, how to customise your track view, and detail the procedure for setting up remote control of Sonar effects parameters.

Sonar has several time-saving features that might make the difference between catching an inspiration or losing it.