Specific to Cakewalk Sonar
- “Entire Mix” creates a single file with the whole mix: use it for AI Mastering.
- Buses export the same way, one file each: perfect for grouping drums or backing vocals.
- Remove the Master bus limiter before exporting.
Mix and master your Cakewalk Sonar stems with AI
From your Cakewalk project (formerly Cakewalk by BandLab) to an AI master. Export your Cakewalk Sonar tracks, upload them to MixingMusic.AI and get an AI mix and master in your browser, with nothing to install. MixingMusic.AI does not replace your DAW: it finishes the song you started in it.
From Cakewalk Sonar to your master in 4 steps
- Step 1
Open File › Export › Audio (Ctrl/Cmd + E) and set “Source Category” to “Tracks”.
Where to export: File › Export › Audio - Step 2
Select the tracks you want in “Source Buses/Tracks”: one file is created per track. Choose 24-bit WAV. For submixes use “Buses”.
- Step 3
Upload the files to MixingMusic.AI (up to 12 stems as WAV, MP3, FLAC, AAC or M4A). The AI proposes a mix by style and by each track’s instrument.
- Step 4
Fine-tune with per-track EQ, the MixBus with LUFS and VU, and AudioChat; then master with AI and compare the original and the master at matched loudness.
Exporting from Cakewalk Sonar
True for any DAW
- Export every stem from the same start point (the project’s 0:00) and with the same length: that keeps them aligned.
- 24-bit WAV is ideal. MixingMusic.AI also accepts MP3, FLAC, AAC and M4A.
- Remove limiters and maximizers from the Master: mastering happens afterwards, in MixingMusic.AI.
- No clipping and with headroom: no stem should reach 0 dBFS.
- The limit is 12 stems: group tracks (drums, backing vocals, layers) if you have more.
What MixingMusic.AI does with your stems
AI mixing
The AI mixes by style and by each track’s instrument; you decide every change.
Learn more →Per-track EQ and MixBus
EQ over the live spectrum, a stereo VU meter and an LUFS meter.
Learn more →AudioChat
An AI chat that analyzes and adjusts a track or the MixBus with your approval.
Learn more →AI mastering
Hear your mix, compare original and master at matched loudness and download 24-bit WAV.
Learn more →Frequently asked questions about Cakewalk Sonar and MixingMusic.AI
How do I export Cakewalk Sonar stems to mix them with AI?
Open File › Export › Audio (Ctrl/Cmd + E) and set “Source Category” to “Tracks”. Select the tracks you want in “Source Buses/Tracks”: one file is created per track. Choose 24-bit WAV. For submixes use “Buses”. Then upload the files to MixingMusic.AI, where the AI mixes them and you can master the result.
What is the difference between exporting “Tracks” and “Buses” in Cakewalk?
“Tracks” creates one file per selected track and “Buses” one per bus. With buses you can reach 12 stems by grouping several tracks.
Do I need Cakewalk Sonar to use MixingMusic.AI?
No. MixingMusic.AI runs in the browser and takes audio files. Cakewalk Sonar is for producing and recording; MixingMusic.AI is for mixing and mastering with AI what you exported.
How many Cakewalk Sonar stems can I upload?
Up to 12 stems per project, as WAV, MP3, FLAC, AAC or M4A. If you have more tracks, group them in your DAW (drums, backing vocals, layers) and export the groups.
Can I master without uploading stems?
Yes. You can upload the final stereo mix and use AI Mastering, or “Improve mix”. To mix track by track with AI you need the stems.
Is it free to try?
Yes: your first mix, one master and one AI try are free. After that there are one-time plans, no subscription.
Official sources
Cakewalk Sonar help pages consulted. Menu names can change with your version.
Cakewalk Sonar is a trademark of Cakewalk. MixingMusic.AI is not affiliated with Cakewalk and Cakewalk does not endorse this page.
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