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The new edition of Band-in-a-Box for Windows is typically released in December. What goodies do you think PG Music will present in 2026? Here are my guesses.
Band-in-a-Box for Android app. The app will be available through the Google PlayStore and provide the same features as the current BiaB for iOS app.
The Band-in-a-Box program will work on Arm, Intel and Amd based computers.
There will be 200 new RealTracks.
There will be new Extra and Pro style PAKs.
The minimal (some call it New) GUI interface will receive an overhaul while the other interface will remain the same.
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Version for ANDROID super idea
Karel Jacko alias Don Carlos - Czech Republic Dealer PG Music, Inc - +420 604 111 102, +420 602 561 567 mobil - Band Leader Groups Jazz za Bukem and Hot Jazz Sutrs; - BIAB 2020 Win10; BIAB 2019 MAC; - Roland GK-3 Divided Pickup (Guitar and Bass); Roland GR-20 Guitar Synth; - MOTU UltraLite mk3 (Firewire); Fishman Tripleplay - MacBookPro 13 with touchbar 2018, Wiki BIAB czech support page wiki.zabukem.eu
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How about a Stem Splitter for multiple instruments?
Karel Jacko alias Don Carlos - Czech Republic Dealer PG Music, Inc - +420 604 111 102, +420 602 561 567 mobil - Band Leader Groups Jazz za Bukem and Hot Jazz Sutrs; - BIAB 2020 Win10; BIAB 2019 MAC; - Roland GK-3 Divided Pickup (Guitar and Bass); Roland GR-20 Guitar Synth; - MOTU UltraLite mk3 (Firewire); Fishman Tripleplay - MacBookPro 13 with touchbar 2018, Wiki BIAB czech support page wiki.zabukem.eu
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There will be 200 new RealTracks. And 50 New Features! 
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This was my prediction for last year, and I'm sticking with it...not so far fetched now, is it??? The old interface will finally be scrapped and replaced by a single unblinking eye. The iris can be customized to the color(s) of your choice, but that is the only option in BiaB 2025. The eye is your portal into the new BiaB interface: ChatPGM, powered by AI. This interface will only respond to spoken cues, so a microphone is a new hardware requirement. To generate a song, one has to simply ask for it in plain English (or the language of your choice). BiaB will then generate lyrics, vocals, chord structure, tempo, arrangement and instrument choices, all neatly provided to you as a completed song in seconds. Don't like what you hear? Just tell ChatPGM what you want to change. "More cowbell?" That's a snap! There will of course be iOS and Android apps... I've probably said too much. It's possible some of this stuff won't make the December launch. Or...??? ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=download&Number=28803&filename=11468400small.png) Image by Freepik
Last edited by DC Ron; 11/01/25 02:04 PM.
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And 50 New Features! And 2 or 3 of them will be a Big Deal while the rest, er, maybe not so memorable!
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I hope this isn't too far off topic....
I have the 2022 Audiophile version installed on a home-built pc running Windows 10.
I use BIAB to generate Real Tracks for songs I've already written with pen and paper and guitar and then import those RT's to Studio One Pro 4.
At this point, I have little interest in the AI capabilities of BIAB, and I don't mess with midi.
So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me?
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And 50 New Features! And 2 or 3 of them will be a Big Deal while the rest, er, maybe not so memorable! That will be true if those 2 or 3 are fully implemented, have no bugs, and doesn't break another part of BiaB. I would be happy with no new features but improved or made totally functional everything they have now.
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64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware
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... So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me? Partial track regeneration, the new "Track View" window, the MultiPicker window combines many of the picker windows into one are a few of the changes I can think of.
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I hope this isn't too far off topic....
I have the 2022 Audiophile version installed on a home-built pc running Windows 10.
I use BIAB to generate Real Tracks for songs I've already written with pen and paper and guitar and then import those RT's to Studio One Pro 4.
At this point, I have little interest in the AI capabilities of BIAB, and I don't mess with midi.
So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me? This is my workflow as well. To tell you the truth, I haven't flipped over a new feature since RealTracks were introduced. So I buy the upgrade every year for the new RealTracks. I usually start with RealStyles, so there are quite a few new ones of those as well. And there will be XtraStyles included and others for sale, which I'll buy, too. I've got a feeling there's some BIG AI feature coming up. I mean, there has to be, RIGHT? So...we'll see very soon....
DC Ron
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Presonus Faderport 16
Too many guitars (is that a thing?)
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Hoping for a bit more AI as well, and maybe some Accordion jigs reels or hornpipe Realtracks.
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November 2025...
Any news about the new features to be implemented in BIAB, version 2.026?
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Based on prior years, we'll know what's new when 2026 is released. So it's kind of like "What's under the tree?" on Christmas morning, if that's a relatable reference...
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Well I think it's time for a re-think. When you consider the amount of real tracks and midi tracks and the effort required to get to the point where you are fully convinced you have arrived at what you want, then it's time to change the plot. More tracks? Oh God, NOOOO.
I can get a fantastic track on Suno with a well thought out prompt. I can't get anywhere near a good song with BB.
I'll offer more thought in January but will not be spending money this year on an outdated piece of software.
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Well I think it's time for a re-think. ... I'll offer more thought in January but will not be spending money this year on an outdated piece of software. Okay Malevans, what kind of re-think do you suggest? What changes do you want that will make you believe the software is not outdated? I'm surprised at many of these responses as I was hoping people would enjoy guessing what will be new in the 2026 release, to see how close their thinking matches the reality once 2026 is released. That this would be a fun exercise. Sigh, such is not the case. One big difference between the Windows and Macintosh releases is no one knows what will be in the Windows release until it happens while the Macintosh folks pretty well understand their release will match the Windows release as much as possible. So not too much fun to be had from guessing what will be in the Mac release. With Mac the fun is guessing WHEN the release will happen.
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So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me? I don't recall when the bar-by-bar regeneration was introduced but if your version doesn't have it then this feature alone is worth the upgrade for you! I've been buying every upgrade for the past 13 years and I can honestly say, for me, there has only been one essential, "cannot live without" update and that is bar-by-bar regeneration! This should have been added shortly after RealTracks were invented. But we finally got it! And, if you haven't upgraded yet, WAIT! Wait a couple more weeks and for the same or lower price you will get the 2026 version instead of the 2025 version!
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I'm surprised at many of these responses as I was hoping people would enjoy guessing what will be new in the 2026 release, to see how close their thinking matches the reality once 2026 is released. That this would be a fun exercise. Sigh, such is not the case. I'd guess that many forum users (even old-timers) have grown weary of the annual cycle of "50 New Features" (often with very few that are meaningful enough to deserve to be in such a list) followed by several months of bug fixes (that many feel should have been fixed before release). Personally, I will likely buy the upgrade for the new RealTracks. And pray nothing that I use regularly gets broken in the new release.
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It isn't for me to rethink. I tried last year and was ignored. It is for BB to come up with something new. I suggested introducing AI last year to help with composing compositions. I for one am tired of sifting through thousands of tracks and getting nowhere. 
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It isn't for me to rethink. I tried last year and was ignored. It is for BB to come up with something new. I suggested introducing AI last year to help with composing compositions. I for one am tired of sifting through thousands of tracks and getting nowhere. smile
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Malevans, I looked over your "What's going to be new in 2025". You summarized your posts in this comment: What will impress me is more attention to Midi and an improved Melody maker with a lot more choice. More attention to emotive tracks and some new Soloists that are not Jazz influenced for once. Counterpoint in Strings sections with more emotive expression, not just bland. Several people agreed with your thoughts last year and likely still do. I agree these are areas where BiaB has room for growth and updates.
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Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Mac Videos
With the release of Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac, we’re rolling out a collection of brand-new videos on our YouTube channel. We’ll keep this forum post updated so you can easily find all the latest videos in one convenient spot.
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Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac is here and it is packed with major new features! There’s a new modern look, a GUI redesign to all areas of the program including toolbars, windows, workflow and more. There’s a Multi-view layout for organizing multiple windows. A standout addition is the powerful AI-Notes feature, which uses AI neural-net technology to transcribe polyphonic audio into MIDI—entire mixes or individual instruments—making it easy to study, view, and play parts from any song. And that’s just the beginning—there are over 100 new features in this exciting release.
Along with version 2026, we've released an incredible lineup of new content! There's 202 new RealTracks, brand-new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two new RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
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