SONAR X1 Essential has a completely redesigned user interface that makes creating music faster and easier than ever. Create with cutting edge musical tools like the Step Sequencer and The Matrix. Customize your workspace with the Skylight interface. Get hands on control with Active Controller Technology (ACT). With a powerful collection of effects and instruments to get you started and more available tracks than DAWs costing twice the price, SONAR Essential is the perfect way to get your feet wet and to begin crafting your own masterpiece.

• 64 Audio Tracks
• Unlimited MIDI Tracks
• Streamlined User Interface
• Windows 7 ready
• Matrix View - Non-linear production environment for audio and MIDI Loops
• Step Sequencer 2.0 - Program beats, leads and bass lines with flam, velocity and probability controls
• Essential Instruments - Includes a suite of 10 "go to" instruments to get your projects started
• Essential Effects - Includes a suite of 31 professional level audio effects for basic mixing needs
• IK Multimedia Amplitube X-Gear
• Video Import/Export