Using loops for studio composition and live performance

Just about any style of music uses loops these days and all versions of SONAR X1 come packed with over 3,000 MIDI, Wave and REX loops from content providers like Sample Magic and Loopmasters. Use loops in the Matrix View, with softsynths and directly in the Track View.

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Whether you use available loop libraries or create your own patterns and phrases, SONAR has deep support for loop-based workflow.

• Drag and drop audio and MIDI Groove Clips that automatically conform to pitch and tempo

• Roll out clips for easy repeats

• Create custom loops from any recorded material

• Loops can be neatly organized in the Browser and accessed at the touch of a button

• Link/Unlink clips for easy variations and rapid arranging

• Per-slice control over volume, pan and pitch in the Loop Construction View

• Rearrange individual slices with the RXP and Cyclone softsynths to create entirely new loop variations