I jumped in with reservations, but knock on wood. I have to say, so far X3 is awesome.

I agree whole-heartedly! X3 is a KILLER upgrade and the Staff ROCK too. Fantastic new videos, tutorials, tips and tricks... Couldn't ask for anything more. Thanks Cakewalk.

Still getting some crashes but it's a worthy update. Very nice indeed!

Guess I have to try the Tone 2 Firebird:)  Thanks for the tip!

+ 1 Tone2 Firebird. Amazing synth! Yup, thanks!!
 

+2 for Firebird. And for X3.

big +1 on X3 being totally juicy.

I downloaded X3 Producer (Sonar user since 8.5) over the weekend, been using it pretty heavily (almost 45 tracks) with plug-ins, "Rock Solid" it's an awesome upgrade. The added items only make it truly "Special" so much fun to work with! Everything works great, and I like the fact it's very "honest" sounding (before any eq, filters, special efx)
I like to record instruments as natural as what you hear in a room, then in mixing add adjustments w/efx. I've thrown a lot into the first song with X3, so far perfect all
around! Using the new and updated processing just makes the work flow faster and intuitive.
 
Happy Sonar user :)