dappa1
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Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
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Amicus717
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 18:56:45
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Well, it's functional software, until it isn't. As long as it does what I need it to, and without problems, I'm content to keep using it.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:02:12
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dappa1
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
I can respect your opinion. But as long as Sonar is working, even as it is right now. I don't see any reason to change. Its not like we are 10 updates behind. We are not even one update behind. Last update was supposed to come out last week I believe. There's no Sentimental value here, Sonar just does what I want it to and im comfortable using it. If I found a better DAW that fit me more than Sonar does, I would be gone in a second. So its still working great here. I hope you find another DAW that suits your needs. Best of luck making music man. 
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:10:17
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It's still kind of a pretty great application, so I don't think there's any reason to toss it. ;-) Some people still run 8.5, and that was abandoned a while ago. I still use Photoshop CS4, and it does everything I need it to. I have Studio One and I'll use it, but I definitely won't throw Sonar in the fire until it starts looking like a dinosaur.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:17:31
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☄ Helpfulby SteveStrummerUK 2017/12/02 01:11:30
Not sure why so many here insist on a binary reaction.
Many here ( especially those who rely on it for their business) are fine with a rational approach of using SONAR right now as it is still viable functioning software, while planning for an eventual shift to a platform that is supported.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:26:42
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☄ Helpfulby bapu 2017/12/01 22:55:46
Why do you care what I do?
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:32:48
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Been a Cakewalk user for a long time. As long as Sonar Plat keeps working I'm sticking with it. I felt a little panicky at first but settled down when CW said they would keep the servers open. Hang in there. Who knows what may happen in the future.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:35:32
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As long as it works, you might as well get as much use as possible.
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dappa1
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:36:32
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I'm not saying to throw it away right away but why panick if the plug in is asking you for authorisation. Instead of living in fear of whether to run online or offline whether the server will last. Why not just toss it in the skip nothing is worth turning on your PC and finding that everything is closed and your are stuck with an out of sync out of functioning plugs, fx, pro channel. Why not just ditch it to something more reliable.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:39:29
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dappa1
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
What's to let go of? Yes, the Company Cakewalk is no more. SONAR will not get any new fixes or new features. But it does what it does and it still does what it does. Tomorrow it will still do what it does. I'm not in a big hurry to spend another five hundred dollars for a professional grade DAW that I don't know how to use and from a company that I don't know any more about their longevity than I did Cakewalk's. Sure, I could get the basic or entry level DAW from someone for a lot less. But then all the great features they tout for their Pro-Grade product won't be there - so I'll be in a position of learning to use a less capable program. Long term, yes, I will probably find a new DAW. I'm in no hurry today, though. I don't understand this urgency to spend large sums of money so quickly for something that also has flaws and drawbacks - and the industry as a whole is losing money, so "Who's Next?" might be the appropriate question. I'm good with the SONAR software I have. If you're ready to move on, don't let me stop you.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:44:34
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☄ Helpfulby Zargg 2017/12/01 20:58:41
Because I just like it is all. (looking down, shuffling feet).
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dappa1
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 19:47:09
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I will still use Sonar but obviously the wheels were falling off along time ago and the wheels will totally come off. Studio One is relatively new so I am sure it will have some longevity. If not maybe Logic Pro is the way to go. Maybe someone from Cake will make a New Daw.
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DeeringAmps
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 23:29:35
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☄ Helpfulby paulo 2017/12/01 23:56:24
Interesting, you still using X2?
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/01 23:57:13
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DeeringAmps
Interesting, you still using X2?
He seems to be arguing with himself. 
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/02 01:53:11
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☄ Helpfulby DeeringAmps 2017/12/02 13:58:07
I find as I age I have to wipe my opinion multiple times a day.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/02 19:33:21
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It sounds to me as if Grummpy Cat Jr needs his keyboards built in litter box cleaned  Kenny
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/05 16:57:34
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dappa1
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
Weird ... you haven't abandoned Mozart, or Beethoven, or, Shakespeare. Not to say that Sonar and Cakewalk amounted to anything of that stature, but in the end, we all go ... and what is left? Simply ashes and memories ... no more "life" .... so stop yoer crying and go have a beer and drink to the king's health ... while he had it, because there certainly isn't any health now to show for it! After that ... life goes on, and the child leaves home ... Wow ... has anything changed ... EVER?
Music is not about notes and chords! My poem is not about the computer or monitor or letters! It's about how I was able to translate it from my insides!
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/05 19:38:43
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☄ Helpfulby SteveStrummerUK 2017/12/09 03:02:51
Moshkito
dappa1
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
Weird ... you haven't abandoned Mozart, or Beethoven, or, Shakespeare.
Not to say that Sonar and Cakewalk amounted to anything of that stature, but in the end, we all go ... and what is left? Simply ashes and memories ... no more "life" .... so stop yoer crying and go have a beer and drink to the king's health ... while he had it, because there certainly isn't any health now to show for it!
After that ... life goes on, and the child leaves home ...
Wow ... has anything changed ... EVER?
Pedro , Yes you have learned how to say what you want to say in in a few short sentences and got your message across Kenny
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/06 22:00:58
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dappa1
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
Let me count the reasons: 1. I'm a performer, and have regular gigs. Right now there are 400 songs in my repertoire to choose from, many of them still needing some tweaks and improvements; and some aren't quite ready for prime time. 2. I have a gig this weekend. 3. It will take WEEKS, if not a few months, to migrate all my work over to a new DAW. 4. I have to learn a new DAW well enough to do #3. 5. I have to do #4 and #3 in order to play my next gig. 6. I have a gig this weekend. Any more questions?
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/06 23:54:14
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Because no other DAW comes close.
My name is Hans but I'm still Funkfingers after all these years.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/07 18:09:35
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dappa1
Some times we just have to let it go and face facts. This is now abandoned software!
Let me count the reasons:
1. I'm a performer, and have regular gigs. Right now there are 400 songs in my repertoire to choose from, many of them still needing some tweaks and improvements; and some aren't quite ready for prime time.
2. I have a gig this weekend.
3. It will take WEEKS, if not a few months, to migrate all my work over to a new DAW.
4. I have to learn a new DAW well enough to do #3.
5. I have to do #4 and #3 in order to play my next gig.
6. I have a gig this weekend.
Any more questions?
SONAR itself didn't break ...the company that made SONAR is now broken ....big diff Kenny
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jyoung60
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/07 19:09:48
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kennywtelejazz
SONAR itself didn't break ...the company that made SONAR is now broken ....big diff
Kenny
I think you misunderstood the intent of my post. I was answering the OP's question as to why I haven't abandoned SONAR (in the context of sentimental attachment). Never said anything about it being broken.
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/07 19:15:18
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jyoung60
kennywtelejazz
SONAR itself didn't break ...the company that made SONAR is now broken ....big diff
Kenny
I think you misunderstood the intent of my post. I was answering the OP's question as to why I haven't abandoned SONAR (in the context of sentimental attachment). Never said anything about it being broken.
OK , after reading this post I can clearly see we are in agreement about a few things . all the best, Kenny
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/09 02:59:43
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It's not abandoned, development of a fully functional program have just stopped. Maybe it is finished ?
It's a great tool, not a love affaire. It's also not infidelity to use more than one tool at the same time.
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jyoung60
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/09 03:42:18
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iRelevant
...It's also not infidelity to use more than one tool at the same time.
I kinda feel like I'm cheating, but maybe that's what makes it more exciting. :p
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/09 03:50:20
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RE: "Multiple Tools"
*snert*
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/09 04:47:00
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I've been with this ole DAWg so long and I love the old gal. I'll stay with her as long as she has life. She just means too much to me to do otherwise. I can't and won't just walk away
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/09 04:58:13
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I've been with this ole DAWg so long and I love the old gal. I'll stay with her as long as she has life. She just means too much to me to do otherwise. I can't and won't just walk away
And really... why would ya if the damned thing works. I don't set my guitars on fire just because the guys who made them shut down. I do it for fun* *not really but i did used to get paid to smash them for a short while
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/10 07:00:47
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Is there one person writing all this? It's like watching dark shadows. The vampire survives.
(This is art! Right Pedro?)
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Re: Sentimental value isn't worth it. If they have abandoned it then why haven't you?
2017/12/10 15:18:16
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They don't make the '57 Chevy BelAir any more. Should I just abandon mine?
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