I am a registered user till Sonar 2.0. I bought Cakewalk Sonar Platinum "lifetime update". (It was a huge disapoinment) And now using CbB. And i like it, i use to make my productions with it.
"If you're not paying for a product, you're the product!" That's why i dont like such a Business plans. I am very happy to see that there will be a paid version of Cakewalk. This is how sustainability is ensured. I want updates, bug fixes, new features, ask my problems about software freely... ...etc.
But, a big but to justify my arguments;
1-There are lots of good DAWs around, for example Studio One. I like it but i dont want to change my UX. Cakewalk must maintain my expectations.
2-Price / performance ratio must be competitive. (Cheaper than Studio One ...) ?
3-Different payment methods should be offered (subscription / single payments for big updates / One time purchase ...)
4-Additional features not found elsewhere. (Cloud storage, sample - loop libraries, new enstruments and effects....)
5-Yes, a little jest for old Sonar users. (may be %15 - 20 discount....) ?
Yes, those are my feelings about your new way.