Roland/ Cakewalk, the future of SONAR platform? 
 

What is going on over at CAKEWALK?
Things that I react on are:
 
 
*No new service updates in a very a long time?
*No real hardware controller support anymore or updates?
*Key members at Cakewalk get layoff at Cakewalk?
*No or very little communication between end-users and Cakewalk company/Staff what actually is going on with Cakewalk SONAR platform?
 
 
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I just want to know if SONAR is a safe investment in the future or if I need to change my investment into another DAW platform instead?
Is SONAR X2 the last SONAR DAW from Cakewalk company?  
   
   Andrew Rossa [Cakewalk
]

Hey, everything is great. We are just busy at work. We definitely aren't in a basement. 
   
 
Thanks in advance!
Best Regards
Freddie

I think you already know the answer and just like to stir up trouble, Freddie. LOL! 
Just kidding... I know you're a good guy.

Cakewalk actually just released a new product based on the SONAR technology... Music Creator Touch http://www.cakewalk.com/Products/MusicCreator/

So... I don't think they're going anywhere just yet. 

Scott

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Freddy,
Please alter your thread title.  It's alarmist like a bad tweet.
If you don't, this thread is guaranteed to go bye bye!
 
Brian

64 IQ !!!

This post seems a bit like Chicken Little.  While I think the Cakewalk/Roland management seems to be in need of a little sensitivity training these days, not to mention a visible spokesperson, I don't see any factual signs of looming disaster. 

Good one, Freddie!


My own theory: this thread is a diversion, planted by Roland to draw attention away from the real conspiracy. Which I'd discuss further, but they're listening. 


Now, where'd I put that tinfoil hat?

bitflipper


Good one, Freddie!


My own theory: this thread is a diversion, planted by Roland to draw attention away from the real conspiracy. Which I'd discuss further, but they're listening. 


Now, where'd I put that tinfoil hat?

I just spat my drink everywhere..
 
Thanks, bitflipper.

Freddie H


Concern User! Are Roland ending SONAR platform for good?
I think it's very unfortunate if that is true!
Things that I react on are:
 
 
*No new service updates in a very a long time?
*No real hardware controller support anymore or updates?
*Key members at Cakewalk get layoff at Cakewalk?
*No or very little communication between end-users and Cakewalk company/Staff what actually is going on with Cakewalk SONAR platform?
 
 
*************
 
I just want to know if SONAR is a safe investment in the future or if I need to change my investment into another DAW platform instead?
Is SONAR X2 the last SONAR DAW from Cakewalk company? Are Roland pull the plug on Cakewalk?  Very unfortunate if that is true!
 
 
 
 
Thanks in advance!
Best Regards
Freddie

Freddie, I don't think there is reason for concern...
 
I was going post a sarcastic remark about Music Creator Touch being nothing more than the X2a patch applied to Music Creator 6, but I decided to check out the new product (to see if they mentioned anything about Staff View - and no, they didn't).


But I decided to watch the introductory video of Music Creator Touch, when I stumbled upon something fascinating - here's a screenshot - notice anything interesting?  I guess it hints at a couple issues - Roland's commitment to Sonar and whether or not there will be an X2b patch, or maybe just a paid upgrade to X3 (and to think I just upgraded to X2 a week ago...):

Although it is not something I need right now, that touch thing looks really cool and the price is good. One complaint about Windows touch devices and tablets is the dearth of music software, so here you go. And if you don't stop complaining about Roland, they will send the tripods with heat rays.

I also heard they were going to start charging a subscription to use Facebook! And if a pug sneezes too hard it's eyes pop out!