How can i recover deleted trash files?, how can i recover deleted trash files?

Hi,
So I mistakenly deleted a bunch of files, mostly mp3 from itunes, when I emptied my trash. I tried using Stellar Phoenix to recover the files, which it kind od did. When I say "kind of" I mean it restored files but only partially. So I have that music back but only like one minute of each song. I'm wondering if there is any other way to recover emptied trash? Any input would be much appreciated! Thank You!!!

no, not without any type of data recovery software (which you have) or sending the hard drive to a data recovery service.  And those services do not guarantee that any or all of your information will be recovered.  This is why it is so important to spend $100 or less and purchase an external hard drive for backup.  This should help you recover any lost iTunes purchases: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2519

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