What is the latest Sonar version for Vista 32 bit OS?

I have to install Sonar on my old (2007) Core 2 Duo system to use for rehearsals, and it runs Windows Vista 32 bit. I have Sonar Producer 8 and all the way up to Platinum, so any version is available. Which one would be the best? Thank you.

I think Vista support ended with X2. I was certainly using X2 on my old Vista 64 DAW. At some point Sonar started to rely on Microsoft libraries that are not available in Vista.

To the best of my awareness, you cannot install anything past X2A on Vista, due to code dependencies in Sonar that require Windows maintenance that did not come into existence until Windows 7 Service Pack 1, so that is the minimum Windows required for anything past X2A.
 
Bob Bone
 

I DID find the following post from scook, indicating X3 would run on Vista:
 
http://forum.cakewalk.com/FindPost/2942295
 
But, at the same time, my earlier post seems quite vivid in my mind, and 2 others above seem to concur, so I am not sure.
 
Bob Bone
 

Understood - I am still trying to see if I can find any info on it that is definitive, but it is quite the pain in the rump trying to ferret it out.
 
I did come across the following review of X3, which indicates Windows 7 or higher is required:
http://www.musictech.net/2013/10/sonar-x3-review/
 
But I also have a high degree of respect for scook, and he clearly indicated that it can run on Vista.  I guess I will leave it at the 'mebbe yup, and mebbe nope' and wish them luck with whatever version they are able to get up and running on Vista.
 
Bob Bone
 

Thank you for your replies. I remember trying to run X1 and I believe X2 on my XP system and it had issues, but I was able to get by with frequent restarts.
 
This is frustrating. I want to use 64 bit Vista. The reason Vista is because this computer used to have Vista, and because Phonic Helix 18 drivers only available for Vista. I contacted support and they told me- it will not work on Win 7. So this is what I did:
 
I took out the SSD from my Lap Top that had Vista 64 Business on it and put it in to Desktop that had 32 bit Vista Ultimate. Surprisingly it worked and did not attempt to ask me for the keys.
 
I installed Phonic Helix driver with difficulties, and then noted that the driver would drop out- meaning- Sonar would suddenly say that Phonic was disconnected from the system, when I did not touch it.
 
I started thinking- it must be FireWire port has no drivers. Nothing had drivers- it was SSD from Lap top inside the desk top.
 
So I installed drivers from Dell web site, and then I realized- the drivers they offer for my system likely 32 bit, and I am fixing 64 bit system. Also it had other issues, such as unexpected restart and problem to open Internet Explorer.
 
So I decided to reinstall Vista Business 64 from a disk that came with Lap top. Got ready to do it and realized- I dont have a sticker with the Product Key on the lap top. I dont understand why they did not attach the sticker- how am I supposed to know the product key? I heard there is a way to get it from BIOS, but that lap top was already upgraded to Windows 7, so likely it now has Win 7 key in the BIOS... So I am stuck, and have to go to original Vista Ultimate 32 bit, which is probably good idea because it is smaller (SSD drive is only 120 Gb), and all drivers are for it, not 64 bit. What is your opinion? Thanks.

Hey, thank you for your afford to find the driver, unfortunately I have original Phonic Helix 18 FW mixer, not Universal or MK2. I do not know if the driver for Universal would work- it might, but I specifically asked the tech support for Win 7 drivers and they did not say, "you can try Universal driver- it might work:. They said- it only for Vista. Then again- it depends who you talking with... I dont know why it disconnects with Vista driver. I used to use this mixer with Windows XP and it was very stable, never disconnect when I am not even doing anything.
 
How bad are VSTs in 32 bit? I never install them in 32 bit, and I have HUGE VST collection. Is it critical to have 64 bit for software synth? I thought almost all of them offer 32 bit version, or not? Thanks.

Oh, no- my music computer (which you see specs for) is doing great. The Vista project is my old computer that was never used for music- Intel Core Duo 2.66 Ghz is so I can bring music to the practice place and work with my partner who needs help to get back to music production due to emotional reasons. It actually a life-saving project, literally.

I have a very similar situation where I was given my daughters Sony Vaio laptop with about the same specs as yours and it came with Vista 32 Bit. She always hated this fact! 
I originally had installed 8.5 32 bit and all was good. But because I want to use it for live recording of my band, and use my TAscam us1641, I required 64 bit to make things run properly. AANd under Vista it was terribly slow and took 5 minutes just to boot...
So I pulled the original drive and shelved it and installed a 240 SSD. I also upped the RAM to 4 Gigs. ( it's max) 
My only option was a crack of W7 64 bit Ultimate. It now boots in 30 seconds! 
I always buy my OS but like you the sticker was gone and the restore disks would just return to Vista. I have no remorse about using a crack for this as after all. If the laptop had been purchased 6 months later it would have come with W7. ( my twisted reasoning) 
The hillarious part of W7 cracks as many might already know, is MS has invited me to upgrade to W10 and I can reserve a copy... but I think I'll pass for this machine MS doesn't seem to get it when it comes to hardware drivers.  
The only issue so far is the Function keys do not have a 64 bit driver so they don't work. Sony sucks at updating drivers. 
I have installed Platinum 64 bit and forsee no issues with using it for the bands recording and a VST host for keyboard parts. As you know most all 32 bit apps still run just fine with 64 bit OS. And you can always dual install Sonar 32 and 64 bit side by side. 

Vlada - I'll look and see if I have a Vista x-64 product key in an hour or two.
 
Bob Bone
 

michael diemer
Maybe a bit off topic, but just to lend some moral support: This is another example of "progress" gone awry. Vista is a damn good OS, in fact it is my favorite.

... and I am here for counciling.

Doktor Avalanche

michael diemer
Maybe a bit off topic, but just to lend some moral support: This is another example of "progress" gone awry. Vista is a damn good OS, in fact it is my favorite.

... and I am here for counciling.

I believe you meant "counseling." Unless you plan to run for City Council.

I've got a full Win 8 pro licence you could have. I have 3 computers and when win 8 was offered for $39 I bought 3 licences but I only ever used 1 and now I'm on Win 10.

Mudgel, this is very generous, thank you. I had Windows 7 upgraded to 10 on one of my old computers and it worked well, but I dont think I will be able to make Phonic Helix drivers work on Win 8, also Dell only lists Vista drivers for this model of computer. Looks like I may have to keep Vista.

Hey, guys
 
Yes, the processor should support 64 bit OS. I installed Vista 64 bit, thank you, Bob, for your great help. You are amazing friend.
 
The issue I have is that it only goes up to Internet Explorer 9, and it says, "unsupported browser" everywhere- I can not even view Cakewalk web site. But oh, well- it will not be on line any way.
 
So I have to decide- should I install X3, X2, X1, P8? I hear you saying- X3 was working, but I have my doubts. I had X1 installed on XP system and it worked but it had issues such as constant crashes and freezes- I can not deal with it. Plus- I have 120 Gb SSD which after Windows updates has 84 Gb left. I dont want to install something and then uninstall- it may still hold the space. So it has to be right the first time. Any suggestions?
 
Thank you.