Sonar Free Tier vs Membership Tier

Cakewalk Sonar is available in two versions: Free Tier and Membership Tier. Both allow you to create, edit, and mix your music with professional-quality tools, but there are important differences in how they work.

Free Tier

You can try Cakewalk Sonar for free, with full access to its main features and only a few minor limitations. You can create a free BandLab account; no paid subscription is required to get started. It's a straightforward way to explore what the software offers and see if it's the right fit for you.

What this means for you:

  • Full Access to Core Production Features
    Record, edit, mix, save, and export your projects.

  • Unobstructed Creative Workflow
    Creating, editing, and mixing workflows continue to work smoothly, and there's nothing essential that requires a Premium subscription. Feel free to explore all the features without worry!

  • Minor Feature Limitations
    These are gentle reminders mainly about the upgrades, and they won't disrupt your workflow.

Membership Tier

The Premium Tier brings you the complete Sonar experience, perfect for power users and professionals who want the best.

Why Upgrade to Premium?

  • Removes all feature limitations

  • Grants access to advanced features, instruments, and effects

  • Provides additional content and professional-grade tools

  • Priority support and exclusive resources

Sonar License Comparison

Feature Premium Tier Free  Tier
App features
All tools, views and commands ✅ ✅
Unlimited Audio and MIDI tracks ✅ ✅
Unlimited Instrument Tracks ✅ ✅
Unlimited Arranger Tracks ✅ 1 Arranger Track
Articulation Maps ✅ ✅
Project Interchange to/from Next ✅ ✅
ProChannel ✅ ✅
AudioSnap ✅ ✅
ARA Support ✅ ✅
Plugin Load Balancing ✅ ✅
Plugin Oversampling ✅ ⛔️
Track Manager ✅ ⛔️
Jump-to-track ✅ ⛔️
Workspaces ✅ ⛔️
Misc
Elastique stretch mode ✅ ⛔️
POWR dithering ✅ ⛔️
BandLab Integration
BandLab Project Integration ✅ ✅
BandLab Sounds ✅ ⛔️
Plugins
Overloud TH-U Cakewalk ✅ ⛔️
Core Plugins Suite

✅

⛔️

Ready to Unlock the Full Experience?

Start with the Free Tier and explore everything Sonar has to offer at no cost. When you’re ready to take your production to the next level, upgrade to Premium via BandLab Membership for advanced tools, exclusive content, and professional features.

👉 Learn more about BandLab Membership

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