Securing the FREE Cakewalk by Bandlab for future use!

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• Securing the FREE Cake...
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:50 Download Product Center
02:24 Install Product Center
03:30 Download and Install Cakewalk
04:23 Download and Backup Other Componenets
05:56 Offline Activation (Export)
06:53 Offline Activation (Processing)
07:29 Offline Activation (Import)
07:57 Outro
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[@CakewalkRevealed]

For anyone having issues with updating addons: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWXdlHZtjpyGl5I Thanks Derryl :)

[@obertscloud]

thanks i had it installed but updated in case Cakewalk is old but nice, I use Cubase Pro now I tried so many DAWs Cubase is great

[@robfrisina2107]

I can't get over how helpful this KZbin channel is. I went from zero to one hundred thanks to Mike. Thank you Mike!

[@rickwitt5735]

Mike, there aren't enough words to express how grateful I am that you put so much effort into teaching Cakewalk by Bandlab. Unfortunately, I'd been dragging my feet for years about buying recording equipment and choosing a DAW. After picking Cakewalk about a year ago, I finally stumbled on to your channel and it's been nothing short of a blessing. I'm only sad that they're going to discontinue it. I'm learning more and more all the time and don't want to switch to another product. I think they've done a bang up job with Cakewalk and I'm thankful that you're helping to support those of us who don't want to jump ship. Thank you!!!!

[@picksalot1]

Thanks Mike for everything you've done over the years to help Cakewalk Users and the Community. It is greatly appreciated. 👍 The Cakewalk ownership saga makes me wish I'd chosen Reaper as my DAW instead. 😢

[@Wal-DarkWater]

Same here! Exactly the same thoughts on DAW choice - c'est la vie

[@davebrightman2488]

Have been using Sonar, then Cakewalk for many years and Mike's guidance and expertise have been invaluable- clear, concise, patient and always engaging. Thank you. I can understand some of the concerns expressed here about how convoluted the reactivation process might seem, but folks need to remember that this has been a FREE product which is capable of some very professional functionality, for which we should be grateful.

[@CraigHatmakerBXL]

Keep in mind, people like me paid several hundreds of dollars for Sonar before Bandlab took over - so no - it wasn't exactly free for us.

[@jemogan]

@@CraigHatmakerBXL I've bought several versions of Cakewalk through the last 20+ years, each of which cost me several hundred dollars. It's very frustrating that I'm still expected to pay extreme prices for updates to the system; updates which are very unlikely to be of use to me. Thanks to Mike for helping us navigate this unnecessarily convoluted procedure.

[@markconnell4898]

I've been using Cakewalk since 1989 (Twelve Tone Systems' DOS ver. 1.1 as I recall) and I'm not about to change now. So thank heavens for Mike!

[@FullPowerMasteryWithRa]

Thank you so much for going into depth about installing on offline computer. This tutorial was exactly the way I like tutorials, hitting all the key points on my mind. Massive props and trust points for that!

[@xiquinsanaih]

Thank you for that. I can add that this process will let you install and activate the latest version of Bandlab on a Windows 7 PC. It's not officially supported but everything runs ok (so far) You will need a W10 computer for Cakewalk Product center and to generate the activation import/export files

[@tonybrown7408]

I have wondered over the last few months how this 'Securing' process was going to be achieved , and as usual a succinct answer . . . thanks Mike.

[@relativetimeworx8459]

Thanks - greatly appreciated. I'm a long time Cakewalk user and intend to continue to be one as long as possible. Your assistance never fails to fill in the gaps, even for a veteran. Keep up the good work!

[@luisdavidsalazar]

Thank you so much, thanks to you i've learned how to get quality content in this daw; this has lead my projects to get hundreds of thousands of streams in platforms, thank you Mike!!

[@done.t.732]

Thanks Mike for a great video and creating this channel. At 74 I am a newbie but you explain everything so well.

[@niffy5457]

Thanks Mike. I don't understand why they are having all this activation stuff when it is free... just take activation out and give us the software....

[@raoulbandera]

As always, a big thanks to you, Mike, you are always there when we need you.

[@LilOlFunnyBoy]

Already switched to Reaper. I was considering it for a long time but the Bandlab announcement pushed me to do it. Couldn't be happier with Reaper, very intuitive, stable, customisable. Wish I had done it ages ago.

[@normg2242]

To chime in with many of the other comments - you don't need to go through the kokolores with the offline computer. To register, you do select the "register offline" option, but then just continue and register online. Follow everything Mike says except copying the files over to another computer and back. As long as the computer you're running Cakewalk on is connected to the internet (which most computers these days are), you do the whole process on that connected computer. But still thanks, Mike, for your kind help, greatly appreciated 😊

[@markberger391]

Thanks so much Normg! Most helpful....and thank you too Mike, you are a true blessing.

[@G-Doggy]

Thanks, Mike! Very important indeed. I appreciate the heads up. Hope you're doing well.

[@thomashambrecht6435]

We have worked and earned our money with Cakewalk professional for 20 years. After Gibson ended, we switched to Steinberg Nuendo, where we will remain. We simply need the specialized functions in audio postprocessing. But I can recommend Cakewalk to everyone when it comes to just making music. It is one of the best DAWs on the market. And Cakewalk has a long history and an insane range of capabilities when it comes to MIDI and audio.

[@kuhlgi]

Thanks for all your help through the years! you're a good man, Charlie Brown.

[@loopy7776]

Thanks for this, Mike. Every user of Cakewalk owes you a debt of graditude. Cheers.

[@RocknRollkat]

THank you Mike ! Best regards from N.Y.C. Bill P.

[@TheOptionmentor]

Mike, thanks for watching out for us!

[@igorev6391]

This is all good, but some time will pass (maybe two weeks) and Cakewalk will ask you to activate it again. And if there is no Internet on the computer, then the whole procedure will have to be repeated. For those who want to experiment, just fast forward a month and see what happens. I don’t understand the point of activation at all if the program is free.

[@davevanstijk2877]

Thanks again Mike from a longtime user, your value for us CbB users is immeasurable....

[@oldmangreytard3368]

Thanks for this info Mike. Also, thanks for all of the things you have taught me about Cakewalk and recording in general over the the last couple of years. Cheers!

[@salsorice1530]

As always - clear, concise, excellent information. Mike, you are a great teacher! Look forward to exploring the new Sonar product with you.

[@CakewalkRevealed]

Awesome, thank you!

[@meekeechunky]

Simple, concise and clear as ever, Mike! Thanks!

[@trevorbayfield4006]

Thanks Mike, an exceptionally valuable video!!

[@davebops2478]

Thanks Mike - you have a rare talent for explaining things in a logical and straightforward manner! I haven't got around to downloading the Product centre yet, so it's a timely reminder. Cheers!

[@user-yz5zp5vx4v]

Hello (Mike) Cakewalk Revealed: Many users were obviously confused about this video but I attribute that to people who just don't listen or do not see the whole video from start to finish. I understood you perfectly well and the new video where you supposedly clarify this confusion was very generous of you to post as well. But for the most part, this video here was clear and I understood it all. So thank you nonetheless for looking out for us Cakewalk users. I watch all your videos on Cakewalk (which are excellent) and appreciate your sharing your knowledge with us all for sure.

[@fretbender101]

Thank you Mike for your continued support to the Cakewalk community. Your Awesome!!

[@Liminal-Mystic]

Thank you. Been using Cakewalk/Sonar since early 2000's.

[@davidnollmusic363]

Thank you so much Mike! For this very helpful video. I'm having concerns regarding my not being able to afford the new Cakewalk Sonar so having these downloads and being able to keep and install them is very important to me.

[@jackbalchin3623]

Thanks Mike, always good to have a file full of your good works.

[@NoelCruzSings]

Glad you posted this, Mike. I wasn't aware of the need to set up the Product Center. Thank you!

[@bobgreene3539]

Good deal, Mike! As always, we appreciate your help and knowledge.

[@wong4728]

Thank you Mike, always looking out for us.

[@keithnorris2109]

Thanks, Mike. Helpful as always

[@ScottHaskinMusic]

Thank you so much - this is incredibly helpful!

[@danepaulstewart8464]

Super helpful! Thanks Mike! 👍

[@tybot]

Exactly the subject I needed theses days. Thanks Mike!

[@raydecampos7327]

Helpful as usual Mike! Ty and Cheers from Connecticut!

[@timothyreynolds6255]

Mike, another great video clearly explaining a tricky process. Thanks!

[@SampsonNordquist]

Thank-you Mike for everything that you do. You help is very much appreciated.

[@marceau3001]

Great video I will install cakewalk soon. Thank you

[@sonicflux8321]

Cheers Mike... always a pleasure never a chore!!! ... good luck with the new channel. 😊

[@DriftlessBob]

Thanks, would have missed this needed update. Greatful for your help and inspiration to the community.

[@SusieCool2001]

I am so happy that I got this video in my inbox today, because when I opened Cakewalk I got this red warning sign. Thank you so much for saving me!!

[@danieldavieschannel]

You're the best, Mike. Thank you so much.😃

[@goldbergermusic863]

Cakewalk Product Center INSTALLED thanks to your perfect video. Thanks Mike!

[@nickroll1502]

Thanks for all you do for Bandlab users, this video is greatly appreciated!

[@andrewdavies8328]

Thanks Mike for keeping us informed of developments.

[@Superkeyruns]

Super-appreciate this help, Mike!

[@SCgroove]

Thanks Mike. Thanks Cakewalk. I was worried about how all this would play out and I’m delighted to see they opted for the classy approach by allowing us to have a version of the DAW that we can continue to use.

[@johncostopoulos7741]

You're a legend, Mike. Profuse thanks for all that you do for us!

[@pierrecarter3090]

Merci beaucoup Mike, tes vidéos sont toujours appréciés!

[@Quixtrax]

Big Mike! You are the Bee's knees! Thank you so much, Sir! Continue to be well!

[@danwentz]

Thanks for all the videos! Cakewalk/Sonar will always be my favorite DAW.

[@Web4Panama]

Thank you for your diligence in helping us.

[@CakewalkRevealed]

My pleasure!

[@bruceboome]

Super helpful. Thanks, Mike, your channel has been (and is) a timesaver for us musos.

[@adrock6874]

Thanks Mike .. Great information as usual !!

[@grahamwarren1961]

Very useful. Short and succint. Keep up the good work.

[@MrMaestrodon]

Very helpful Mike, thanks for all you do.

[@CakewalkRevealed]

Very welcome

[@ManInTheAttic57]

Thanks Mike. As ever you've made a rather complicated process seem easy!

[@rickdauer5179]

Hello Mike, your tutorials are terrific and as a cakewalk user you have taught me a lot. I am seriously considering moving over to reaper because it is only $60, I have heard it is very versatile. I am waiting to see how much they're going to charge for the new Cakewalk sonar. That will certainly solidify my decision if I stick with Cakewalk or bounce to reaper.

[@BlueGnu548]

Excellent summary Mike.

[@EdoKeys]

Thanks a lot for this! I moved on to other Daws but i might want to open my old Cakewalk Bandlab projects again later. Your channel is the best Cakewalk channel imo!

[@TheNeCaster]

Huge thanks! This is the way to describe a cumbersome procedure in a very simple way!

[@crawlingman7003]

Thanks Mike. Informative as always.

[@franKeyM]

Thank you for your time and effort in putting together this tutorial. Extremely helpful!

[@davenesbitt7716]

I already had the latest update but it was great to know about it and the offline activation. Great video, thanks

[@simongodfrey3765]

Thanks Mike. Great advice, I really appreciate it!

[@orggannick]

thanks for helping ensure we can still access cakewalk in the future!!!

[@luptonontv]

Really helpful thanks! have followed the instructions and all up to speed! thank you Mike!!

[@allansmith5894]

Yes Mike always clear I hope Cakewalk uses you to relate to the rest of us exclamation point

[@czhuelle]

Thanks a lot, Mike. Update complete!!!

[@jimmyd12001]

Thanks for the tips Mike 👍

[@SteveReaves]

Definitely saving this video for future use. Thank you!

[@russgoos4628]

Hey Mike, thank you for this helpful video!

[@derrylgabel]

Thanks for the important update Mike!

[@wernerclarssen2939]

Thank you for this Video, Mike! Took me five minutes to get it done!

[@IglesiaPentecostalElArca]

Man Thanks a million Mike from José in United States Florida, I'm very, very thankful for you and this video. Have a great day !!!!!

[@josiasespinola1985]

Great video!! I love Cakewalk!

[@joelglaser5657]

Thank you Mike! Much appreciated.

[@cadenzapetestudios]

Very useful as always Mike!!

[@dougkoempel5304]

Well done, Mike. You're the best!

[@martymodus7205]

Thanks for the heads up. I'm using Cubase currently and might have missed this, but I would be (will be someday, I suppose) very sad to lose Cakewalk given the files that I sometimes need/want to access going back almost 20 years. I transferred/converted my most essential files when Cakewalk was initially looking like it would die in 2017-18, so I'm mostly prepared if it does disappear, but I didn't transfer everything (too time consuming) and I've relied on Cakewalk a couple of times since... Like when my Cubase stopped working with my audio interface and no one could solve it for weeks but I needed a DAW that worked in the meantime... Cakewalk is more than adequate to fill in gaps like that and I enjoy working with it.

[@declanturley8688]

Thanks Mike , great help

[@CakewalkRevealed]

Glad to help

[@antonisadt]

Thank you! Very informative as always.

[@davidpapendorf6764]

Thanks Mike

[@scottshuett2651]

As usual, very informative and helpful... thanks

[@Angus_Macgregor]

Once again Mike, you are a star ⭐ Thanks very much for the heads up on this as i still will need to use Cakewalk for some time to transfer the remainder of my old (20+ years!) of projects over to Studio 1. How you are keeping well. 👍

[@Azfun6]

Thanks Mike for all you do for us all, you are awesome.

[@robycanuri]

Thanks a lot Mike for your helpful information. Regards from Argentine!

[@bryantwalley]

Also you may want to consider making your user group on Discord instead of Facebook. Lot of people wont do Facebook. And with Discord you can control what you want to control.

[@michaelbrodie931]

Once again thank you Mike.

[@CakewalkRevealed]

My pleasure.

[@ChrisM541]

Thanks again Mike, this is very useful.

[@keith3696]

Another excellent, clearly explained, video.

[@ackennakarlos2966]

Thank for your HELP!!!! Greetings!!!

[@Bksmusic-Pedalsteel]

I Enjoy your videos and learn lots! Thanks so much!

[@CakewalkRevealed]

You are so welcome!