jpaul
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Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
Hello,
I've been away from my DAW for a while and was wondering about the differences between my Sonar X3 Producer and the latest Sonar Platinum version. I was considering the lifetime upgrade, but wanted to learn what's new. However, it seems that Cakewalk removed any comparisons between X3 Producer and the latest offerings some time ago, so I couldn't find them with a web search.
Any links or information would be appreciated.
thanks,
Paul
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 10:17:21
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Generally, the difference is having an old Windows OS, or the current Windows OS. They both will work, but the Platinum has more features, fixes, continuing support and updates. There are no fixes/updates coming out for X3.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 10:21:03
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Hi Jpaul,
Basically, the differences are all of the improvements and enhancements made to the product over the past 18 months or so. Sonar has gone from great to GREAT!! There have been many "under the hood" tweaks to the speed and efficiency of how Sonar operates and continues to be improved to better handle multitasking. Then there are all of the "goodies" that have been included and offered. Many new tools....and very useful tools at that.
At the end of the day - the whole thing has been lifted to another level.
I KNOW you would favor Platinum over X3.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 10:21:55
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jpaul
Hello,
I've been away from my DAW for a while and was wondering about the differences between my Sonar X3 Producer and the latest Sonar Platinum version. I was considering the lifetime upgrade, but wanted to learn what's new. However, it seems that Cakewalk removed any comparisons between X3 Producer and the latest offerings some time ago, so I couldn't find them with a web search.
Any links or information would be appreciated.
thanks,
Paul
Simple, everything listed on this page: (except the very few things that have " Only available in " inside the description box) https://www.cakewalk.com/Products/SONAR/Rolling-Updates
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 10:32:39
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Hi. Since X3, we have gotten Drum Replacer, Vocal Sync, Patch Points, Aux Tracks, (if you did not already have Rapture Pro) Rapture Sessions, a new set of Linear Phase eq and compressor, a new theme (which eventually will allow you to make your own layout / color scheme), TH3 Cakewalk Edition, new help module, Melodyne tempo detection amongst others, and that is without mentioning any "under the hood" improvements mentioned earlier. https://www.cakewalk.com/Products/SONAR/Rolling-Updates#startIn my mind, it is a big step up. All the best.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 10:44:06
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 11:58:44
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jpaul
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 18:42:25
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Thanks all, that's all very helpful. I'll likely upgrade before the end of August.
Is the license still only for one install? I.e., if we want to ever take it on the road, we can only install on a laptop (no laptop + desktop but limited to 1 session-at-a-time license like Adobe?)
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 19:10:45
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Cakewalk is still one of the best software company's as far as multiple installs go. It's different now with the on line active registration system. But they will still allow you to install on multiple machines within reason. I have X3 on my old DAW and my new one. Then I have Platinum on my main DAW and my Laptop.
What they said is now they can keep an eye on how many installs you do and will possibly inquire if you get carried away...:)
With the old serial number system it was way to easy to pirate. I bet half the copies of Sonar 8 in use were pirated. So I like the new system as it gives us legitimate users multiple installs and kills piracy.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 20:45:51
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The biggest difference is Platinum will continue to evolve and X3 will not.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/15 22:20:18
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jpaul
Thanks all, that's all very helpful. I'll likely upgrade before the end of August.
Is the license still only for one install? I.e., if we want to ever take it on the road, we can only install on a laptop (no laptop + desktop but limited to 1 session-at-a-time license like Adobe?)
Not so... It never was. It's perfectly legit to install on multiple machines as long as you're the only one using it and only using one machine at any given time...
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/16 21:56:31
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Hey jpaul - just wanted to throw another vote in for "do it". I just came from a similar spot where I haven't really used my DAW in a while and had X3 Producer. Since I was able to see the additions over the past 2.5 years since I updated last, I found enough value in that for the lifetime update to be worthwhile. Now I look forward to the additional changes that will come down the road. A few things that stuck out for me:
TH3 Cakewalk Edition, Application themes (color), fixes and performance improvements, Melodyne improvements (that don't work for me at the moment due to a Celomony issue), the free Addictive Drums kits (even though I have a very capable Roland e-drum kit (in my profile pic), the additional synths like updated Lounge Lizard, the Analog Session synth, new things (I think) in the ProChannel, and others.
I have been playing around with the new version for the last week and I've not yet even touched a bunch of stuff - still trying to get back "into it".
Hope that helps push you down the road to new inspiration like it has me.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/17 15:17:48
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☄ Helpfulby BeingSavedbyGrace 2016/12/14 14:55:16
I KNOW you would favor Platinum over X3. I certainly don't prefer Platinum, because of these bugs which exist in Platinum but not earlier versions: 1) http://forum.cakewalk.com/Piano-Roll-grey-and-white-gridlines-get-misaligned-Sonar-Premium-m3357021.aspx 2) http://forum.cakewalk.com/Piano-Roll-Show-all-or-some-note-velocities-if-no-or-some-notes-selected-m3403432.aspx You might want to wait until those bugs (and any other Platinum-specific bugs that have been reported on the forum) are fixed. As of 1 June, Cakewalk is allegedly focusing on making existing customers happy, which means adding back customisation and fixing bugs. If I were you I would wait a bit to see if they follow through with that. Don't wait too long, though, as the lifetime updates offer goes away 31 August. So my suggestion is: wait until mid-August before deciding whether to purchase Platinum. There should be an update or two between now and then. Keep a close eye on the forum, to see if bug fixes and customisation are indeed being prioritised. If they are, then get Platinum. If, on the other hand, Cakewalk continues to pump out new features (which are marketing bullet points) rather than fixing existing features (which does not aid marketing), then you might want to consider another DAW. In other words, give Cakewalk 2 months to follow through with their pledge to fix problems. Give them time to prove or disprove whether their pledge to improve the robustness and customisability of their products is legitimate or just lip service.
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/17 17:45:40
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Having upgraded from X2... b? I have to say I couldn't wait any longer. This has been one of the best and most memorable update experiences of my 25+ year career in music technology! :)
Thank you Cakewalk!!
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Re: Sonar Platinum versus Sonar X3 Producer
2016/06/18 04:57:45
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Moogfan
Having upgraded from X2... b? I have to say I couldn't wait any longer. This has been one of the best and most memorable update experiences of my 25+ year career in music technology! :)
Thank you Cakewalk!!
You make a great point moogfan. I too would say that I have not seen any production software come as far as Sonar has in the past 18 months.
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