Hey Scott! When can we expect Sonar X1 Power!

an hour has gone by and no scott sighting!!!! Someone call 911

He can't be that busy, he's only got one thing to do:

a global search and replace to change 'Sonar 8' to 'Sonar X1'.

Thanks for the respone Scott. I will definately be getting it when it comes out.

Scott, will there be a Kindle or Nook version?

I vote for Nook, by the way.

Resonant Order


I'd buy it anyway, but if I could get it on Kindle, I'd actually spring for the device. Kindle is proprietary, right? So no chance of piracy?

Edit: Looked up the Nook, and it looks good too.

I saw the Nook at the store and I have to admit I might get one of those. Reading was really good. Nice clean text and sizable!!

Well, at the risk of turning this thread into an advertisement for Amazon or Barnes & Noble, I've got to say I love my Nook.  The Nook is an Android-based device, and I've received a couple of OS updates while at home connected to my WIFI.  In each case, it went smoothly and I had no problems.

One of the updates included a chess game and a web browser.

I use my Nook to read books, newspapers, and some magazines.  Have used it a lot in doctor office waiting rooms, on planes, and even in the bathroom (ahem!) because it can carry thousands of books at a time and it gets no heavier, whoo hoo!

I got my Nook last January, and have read at least a half-dozen books and a few dozen newspapers and magazines.  Both Kindle and Nook have come a long way in the time they've been out.  Nook is coming out with a color version soon.

Both will store content in PDF format, but I think using the device's proprietary format is better for the author and publisher.  And (usually) makes for a more readable book for the reader. 

Nook and Kindle both have PC and smartphone readers too, so you could possibly access your purchased books from other devices.  I know Kindle actually keeps track of your position in the book you're reading so that when you go from PC to book reader to iPhone, you always start where you left off.  Don't know if Nook does this (I only use Nook from my Nook device).

The biggest challenge I see with a book such as the "Sonar Power!" series is that it is a reference book; not meant to be read front-to-back.  Nook works great for novels that you read sequentially, but it could stand for some smoother navigation improvements for "random access" type of reading such as that you might engage in for reference material such as dictionary, thesaurus, "how to" books, software user manuals, the Bible, etcetera.

Having said that, I would still get Power! if it were available in Nook format.  As long as it were priced reasonably.  Ya gotta watch out for the price before you hit the "buy now" button.  I saw one book that was $70.00!

Scott's books always start off with the real basic stuff before launcing into more advanced areas, so just wait for the new one - it will contain EVERYTHING you need to get going, and way beyond that as well.

TerraSin


I still wanna see that DVD series, Scott. :D

I know, I know... I've been saying I'm going to do this forever and somehow it never gets done. I'm 95% sure that as soon as the book is done I'll be able to get back to the DVD project and have something ready around the time Spring rolls around.

Thanks for asking about it!
Scott

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Scott, will there be a Kindle or Nook version?

I vote for Nook, by the way.

I just heard back from the publisher and there will definitely be a Kindle version and they are almost positive there will also be a Nook version. So I feel pretty confident to say that yes it will be available for both.

Thanks!
Scott

That is awsome news, Scott!  I shall be on the lookout!

Hey Scott,

Are plans on a book or DVD on the VS700?  Or maybe featuring it in the X1 book or DVD? 

Cheers,

jayson

jayson


Hey Scott,

Are plans on a book or DVD on the VS700?  Or maybe featuring it in the X1 book or DVD? 

Cheers,

jayson

Hey Jayson,

Not sure yet. There will probably some info in the X1 book, but not extensive because there's already the free eBook that I did earlier... http://garrigus.com/?VStudio700eBook

I'd like to do something even more, but I need to look the time/money aspects of doing such a project.

Thanks!
Scott

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jgarland


 Hey Scott, can those of us who already own Sonar 8 Power get "upgrade" pricing? 

Only if there is an extra inexplicable 40% markup for UK customers!

Hi Bob,

Okay, I'll pass that info along to the publisher, just in case...

Thanks!
Scott

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Publisher of DigiFreq - free music technology newsletter. Win a free SoundTech Vocal Trainer Package, go to: http://www.digifreq.com/digifreq/

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For those trying to choose between the Kindle and the Nook, I own both. I prefer the Kindle. The folder organization is top notch, the Nook's structure is silly really. Check out that "feature" on the Nook websites. Also, and the main reason, I prefer the Kindle is the way if displays .pdf files. It allows pan and zoom and horizontal dsplays. I have a lot of manuals on the Kindle. The Kndle is also lighter.
One downside is that the page buttons on the Kindle are placed so that I often press them when repositioning my hand.
By the way, I am comparing the non color Nook version. I wouls suggest taht you go to a Best Buy and compare the units side by side.

Also, a quick note to let everyone know that I just finished writing the SONAR X1 Power book. Now the publisher has to put it through the editing and publishing stages, so it should be out in about a month. Thanks!
Scott

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Scott R. Garrigus - Author of the Cakewalk Sonar and Sony Sound Forge Power book series. Get Sonar X1 Power - Today! Go to: http://www.garrigus.com/

Publisher of DigiFreq - free music technology newsletter. Win a free SoundTech Vocal Trainer Package, go to: http://www.digifreq.com/digifreq/

Publisher of NewTechReview - free consumer technology newsletter. Win a free i2i Stream Wireless Music Pack, go to: http://www.newtechreview.com/newtechreview/