Looks like you do indeed need the beta Focusrite drivers for Windows 10. Hooked my Scarlett up to the laptop and it all installs fine with the release, and you can see audio playing in the mixer, but the interface itself produces no sound, just a high pitched squeal out of all the outputs. I'm going to test the beta drivers on 10 but since they are literally downloading at about 5k/sec it is going to be an hour. :P

Think about this for a moment.  Cakewalk Sonar is owned by Roland now. Wouldn't it make sense to get a Roland audio interface like ..... The Roland Octa-Capture ..  YEA!!!!!! it's about $499 and it works great.
 
The interface is already set to work with Windows 10 without downloading and installing additional drivers ifyou upgrade your previous OS to Win 10
 

• 8 x premium VS PREAMP mic preamps (XLR combo)
• AUTO-SENS function intelligently sets optimal input levels for all preamps
• Extremely stable low-latency VS STREAMING driver
• 4 x independent software-controlled Direct Mixers for creating custom monitor mixes
• Internal 40-bit DSP processing for cue mixing
• Supports most major DAW platforms on Mac or PC, including OSX 10.6 and Windows 7-10 through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers
• Includes Cakewalk Production Plus Pack and custom rack ears for rack mounting
• Dimensions: 11-3/16" x 6-1/4" x 2"
• Weight: 2.9 lbs.
• Sound is Awesome

 
Check it out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4-FLHEPSgwE
 

Tech Specs

Computer ConnectivityUSB 2.0
Form FactorDesktop
Simultaneous I/O12 x 10A/D
Resolution24-bit/192kHz
Built In DSP/FXYes
Analog Inputs 2 x Combo (Mic/Hi-Z), 6 x Combo (Mic/Line)
Analog Outputs 2 x TRS (Main), 6 x TRS, 1 x TRS (Headphones)
Digital Inputs1 x S/PDIF (Coax)
Digital Outputs1 x S/PDIF (Coax)
Number of Preamps 8
Phantom Power Yes
MIDI I/O In/Out
Depth 6.25
Width 11.1
Height 2"
Weight2.94 lbs.
 
 
 

Jesse where you been. Roland sold Cakewalk to Gibson.

Darn!!!!!!
 
LOL
 
Well it's still a great I/O

rickidoo
I have a creative labs x-fi card that is operates in ASIO mode.  Is this what I should be using for music recording and mixing in sonar? What other low latency audio interfaces would anyone recommend... this whole hardware question is confusing to me.
 
I record just myself, at most two mics and/or other inputs.
 
All thoughts appreciated.
 
Ir should  I just stay with what I have?
 
I have a Win 10 machine, 16gig, and Sonar Platinum. And I have a mixing board.
 
Rick
 
 
 

Image Line uses a Creative card on their test machines. Despite being expensive RME devices are of great quality and most of their devices do not become doorstops.  My do not buy list includes Tascam, Yamaha, and M-Audio.

streckfus
(To clarify, the Claretts aren't really zero-latency of course, but they boast really zippy performance.)
 

I think zero latency is impossible because it involves the CPU.  It's probably a marketing phrase if a unit can produce 0.5 ms.

kitekrazy1

streckfus
(To clarify, the Claretts aren't really zero-latency of course, but they boast really zippy performance.)
 

I think zero latency is impossible because it involves the CPU.  It's probably a marketing phrase if a unit can produce 0.5 ms.

If you want to get really pedantic absolute zero latency is impossible in the real wold using your ears due to the laws of physics. Best we don't go there:)

Of course there is quantum physics.

Some iffy stuff posted with dated information. The OP has wandered off anyhow. 
Plus this belongs in the hardware forum along with the other 1,000 threads asking this same question and the other 3,000 answers. 
Lets clear up some miss information first...
Tascam = Gibson = Cakewalk. All of us who suffered bad Tascam drivers are now happy because they have fixed this issue and are now solid and performing well. Tascam would be on my short list. 
 
Focusrite Scarlett series work very well but there will always be 1 person in 100 with issues. 
I personaly have had excellent service and customer support. Focusrite would also be on my short list. 
 
Creative Labs does supply what they call ASIO drivers with their sound cards. Close inspection will find they are in the same lowly place asio4all and really a WDM wrapper so don't work with Sonar very well.  I have a CL Audigy II  so speak from experiance.  Creative Labs would not even make my long list. 
 
Since advice on purchasing an audio interface becomes more a matter of what you need and not what someone else bought I made a document you can read over where I list all the features one should think about. 
 
http://www.cactusmusic.ca...0Interface%20blurb.rtf
 
 
 
 

For those who are rightfully cautious about downloading documents heres the blurb in text: 
There is a lot of choices.
Make a list of your requirements first.
.
What kind of connectivity do you require? and how many of each.
These are some of the options:
XLR, 1/4",  Combi jacks,  RCA, ¼” line level, ¼” Instrument level ,MIDI, SPDIF, ADAT,MADI
How many ins and outs do you think you'll need now and in the future?
Are they accessible?  Front or rear panel?
Are all ¼” jacks Balanced?  
Is there a true stereo pair? Some don’t have a matched set of inputs.
Pre Amps will fall under the “you get what you pay for”  rule, but check out the reviews anyhow.
A/D convertors will also fall under the same rule and generally all are good these days.
Are there peak level meters or just a little LED for each input?
Are there channel Insert jacks?
Are there separate controls for Monitor level and headphone level?
Is there a blend control for mixing Source with Computer ( DAW) ?
How many Headphone jacks? A level for each?
Are the input pads or line / Instrument toggle switches on the front, back or software controlled?
Is it a metal box or cheap plastic? Is it light and portable or large and bulky, Rack mountable?
Does it have an on / off switch?
Does it use Buss power or a power supply? Buss power can have issues with noise and Phantom power. Look for at least an optional power supply.  
Does it have DSP effects built in?
Does it use a GUI mixer? Having a software (GUI) mixer adds more options.
Can it be used as stand alone? Some interfaces are also handy as a small mixer.
What are the Round Trip Latency (RTL) specs? Do you need low RTL for real time processing?
Low RTL is going to be at a higher price point. A $200 interface will have hidden buffers etc.
Zero Latency monitoring is not the same as RTL. All interfaces have some latency.
Zero latency is just marketing hype for monitoring directly from the interface.
And most important of all, Does it have top notch drivers for your OS. 
What is the word on support from the company?
Does it come with free software, An LE version of a  DAW you would like to try?
 
Everyone will recommend the interface they have chosen, that doesn't mean it is the right one for you.