paulo
Don't really understand the need for it TBH. IF you have SONAR already, just use that - projects don't have to be complicated, you don't have to have multiple effects and busses or even have to look at the ProChannel. Set yourself up a simple template for your " scratchpad" ideas if that's what you want and you're there.

 
That makes sense to me. A suitable template and some screensets should do the job.

Hi Guys,
 
Some good points here. Maybe the template route is it. Would love to see stripped down template files here from others who might be a bit more intimately familiar with the newer Sonar GUI than I am .. lets call the template MINIMAL or SCRATCHPAD :D
 
So - any tips here on what to disable, what to not have loading to give a light no frills GUI like i said in the OP? What things can be disabled so it loads faster for example. All we need is tracks, access to vsts / vsti's & probably master and track console
 
For example - dumping pro-channel from loading - is it enough to turn it off / close it and save as that in template?
 
 
 

If you already have full-blown Sonar, what I always do is create template to my liking.  Just a couple midi and audio tracks, setup the audio engine, a few buss.  I do it all the time to workout ideas or test new vst or hardware (mic, outboard gears, etc.).  So imo there's no need for a super light version, unless you don't want to invest that much $$ into something that you only intend to have limited use. 
 

They use to have an LE version. I have and use X1 LE on my laptop for my live Second Life shows. I got it as a freebie from somewhere.  Truth be told though I wouldn't hesitate to use Platinum on that Laptop, except it's Window xp.

aidanodr
Hi Guys,
 
Some good points here. Maybe the template route is it. Would love to see stripped down template files here from others who might be a bit more intimately familiar with the newer Sonar GUI than I am .. lets call the template MINIMAL or SCRATCHPAD :D
 
So - any tips here on what to disable, what to not have loading to give a light no frills GUI like i said in the OP? What things can be disabled so it loads faster for example. All we need is tracks, access to vsts / vsti's & probably master and track console
 
For example - dumping pro-channel from loading - is it enough to turn it off / close it and save as that in template?
 
 
 

1. Start off with a BLANK template - you can't get any more cut down than that.
2. All Pro Channel channels are bypassed until you activate it
3. Add a single audio track. Open the Pro Channel for that track, right click and remove any modules automatically inserted. You cannot delete the EQ.
4. Right click again and select "Set Modules as Default for Tracks"

I would like to see a 'Sonar Player' with no recording or export facility.

That could be a free giveaway.

Having said that it's not a top priority for me.

I don't see the need for a whole new version. As pointed out, just use blank template. Perhaps as a blog article or something maybe the bakers could create a stripped down template and screenset for those who are not inclined to make one themselves. Just seems like bloat to add another product to the line. It's like asking Chevy to make a bike for days you just want a leisurely ride through the neighborhood.

You want something fast and straight to the point? Go with FL Studio. 

But dubdisciple I WANT a bike for days I just want a leisurely ride through the neighbourhood :D
 
Yes - the idea of a base template sorts things .. it will suffice as the bike :D
 

aidanodr
But dubdisciple I WANT a bike for days I just want a leisurely ride through the neighbourhood :D
 
Yes - the idea of a base template sorts things .. it will suffice as the bike :D
 

lol. I have a bike too so that was a poor example