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SONAR 4 Ignite!
By Brian Smithers
Published by Course Technology

Following in the footsteps of the successful SONAR 3 Ignite!, SONAR 4 Ignite! is an introduction to the powerful music production capabilities of Cakewalk SONAR 4 Producer Edition and Studio Edition—with technical edit by Cakewalk.

Through a large number of screenshots and step-by-step instructions, this book gets readers up and running in no time on new version 4. In a highly visual and effective format, readers learn how to use SONAR for digital audio recording, MIDI sequencing, and mixing on a Windows computer.

After laying out the basics of operating the software, this guide offers tips on using software synthesizers and plug-ins and becoming more efficient with the program. With no prior knowledge of the software assumed, this book is perfect for both beginners to music technology and SONAR as well as those more experienced users looking to brush up on this new version.

SONAR 4 Ignite! features:

• Presents all the essential functions of the newest version of SONAR in a highly visual format. Written in accessible non-technical language, using a light tone and conversational style.

• Content is based on the newest version of the very popular SONAR music software.

• Offers a systematic approach in which each concept builds on previous material to create a solid foundation and instill confidence.

• Approach consists of a friendly, relaxed and engaging style devoid of jargon and techno-babble.
  

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