The past weeks Cakewalk is ‘hinting’ what the next version of Sonar will be like. Everyday they release a detail on the next version of Sonar. All thanks to the wonder world of Twitter!
New features :
- The next version of SONAR Producer will offer non-linear arranging of audio & MIDI with a new cell-based view
- The next version of SONAR Producer will allow you to run 32-bit plug-ins in 64-bit OSes, now accessing up to 128GB RAM
- The next version of SONAR will now let you work with REX loops natively in the track & other views (x86 version only)
- The next version of SONAR Producer will make it easier to create drum tracks with a new instrument
- The next version of SONAR will make your drum tracks sound totally pro with kits from Steven Slate & Ocean Way
- The next version of SONAR will make creating submixes even easier with an updated Insert Send Assistant
- The next version of SONAR will help you create even better step sequenced tracks with the best capabilites of any DAW
- The next version of SONAR’s probability feature will keep your step sequenced patterns sounding fresh
- The next version of SONAR will allow you to swap audio & MIDI devices without restarting SONAR
- The next version of SONAR will run more efficiently on your PC when recording audio & looping
- The next version of SONAR Producer will give you superior tones for drum & percussion with a new 7-stage processor
- The next version of SONAR will let you access a all your loops, grooves & MIDI patterns with a new multi-format browser
- The next version of SONAR will offer improved compatibility with your VST plug-ins
- The next version of SONAR will include a Bit Decimator, Tempo Delay, Mod Filter, and High Frequency Exciter
- The next version of SONAR will improve audio time shifting with a transient tool, proportional stretching, & easier UI
- The next version of SONAR will sound better when time shifting vocals, reeds, brass instruments, & multitrack drums
- The next version of SONAR’s Proportional Stretching can provide gradual timing adjustments across several transients
- The next version of SONAR will allow you to arpeggiate your MIDI notes or automation in new ways
- The next version of SONAR will make it easier to edit and arrange with grid lines either behind or in front of clips
- The next version of SONAR will enhance compatibility with 32-bit plug-ins in x64 with built-in support for open VST loaders
- The next version of SONAR will allow you to solo from fx plug-ins making it easier to hear the effect
- The next version of SONAR Producer will help you shape & sculpt vocal tracks with an optimized 7-stage processor
These are just the new features released till today. Others will follow day-by-day, till the official announcement soon.