Didn't know this, and still running X2...
Thanks for the info Scook. Looks like an upgrade might be wise, even if a bit late.

I really, really like Reaper and I WANT to love it.  The inconsistencies in commands/menus and the horrid UI are what brought me back to Sonar after an 8.5 thru X2 hiatus.
 
I got back in at X3e and haven't looked back.  I'm keeping Reaper up to date for one off use of feature such as those discussed here, but Sonar is my main squeeze.
 
IMO, if Justin ever springs for a pro to design a proper UI and generally clean things up, Reaper will be a serious contender.

JohnKenn
Didn't know this, and still running X2...
Thanks for the info Scook. Looks like an upgrade might be wise, even if a bit late.

The routing is the same in X2 as it would be in newer versions. The differences are a few bug fixes and how never versions handle MIDI I/O in effects. For X2:

• configure the plug-in as a synth (this is the main visible difference between X2 and newer versions)
• insert the plug-in as you would any synth. In this case, I like to use an instrument track
• enable MIDI output on the plug-in (either use the option in  the Insert Soft Synth Options dialog or right-click the plug-in in the synth rack.
• enable input echo on the track

 
The plug-in is now available as an input source for any MIDI or instrument track.

BobF
I really, really like Reaper and I WANT to love it.  The inconsistencies in commands/menus and the horrid UI are what brought me back to Sonar after an 8.5 thru X2 hiatus.
 
I got back in at X3e and haven't looked back.  I'm keeping Reaper up to date for one off use of feature such as those discussed here, but Sonar is my main squeeze.
 
IMO, if Justin ever springs for a pro to design a proper UI and generally clean things up, Reaper will be a serious contender.

  I think in app documentation should be their next step.   

jimusic
My understanding is that if one jumps in now and purchases either license for 5.0, it includes any & all updates right through to version 6.99.
That's pretty cool.
Even if the price was a lot higher, that would still be a good deal.

agreed- butt (theres always one)- how long now before they are bought out by a bigger fish ? 
 

Can't see these guys selling out any time soon, but you never know...
 
Not the greatest fan of the new GUI. Note however from their website under resources, there is a myriad of different themes. The GUI itself is infinitely customizable as far as colors and some rearrangement of the buttons, and ability to create/insert home made gifs. Not much can be done though if the overall layout isn't what you like.
 
Totally awesome program. The Rewire communication between Sonar and Reaper taps into the best elements of each, since either program is light years ahead of the other in some aspects.
 
John

JohnKenn
Totally awesome program. The Rewire communication between Sonar and Reaper taps into the best elements of each, since either program is light years ahead of the other in some aspects.

Woah... would you believe I have never thought to try that?  I think my productive insomnia is about to kick in...

TheMaartian
Keyser Soze! Keyser Soze!

From notus to POTUS !

Our work flows and needs so individual that nothing fits all. Sonar and Reaper all I need with the help of a few plugins. Times I've had to use them both synchronized together.
 
Should add that on top of Rewire, both programs sync and communicate by midi clock and SMTP data. Either can be set up as master or slave.
 
Another note about the free Reaper vst pack. The gate, the mono and stereo comp are excellent. ReaEQ is my go to eq unit for guitar. Forget if ReaDelay is any good. ReaControlMidi is killer.
 
Check out ReaFir. Major focus on the noise reduction function. Works like Adobe Audition. Define a noise profile and subtract it out of the mix.
 
So many tools, so little time.
 
John