|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
This is new to me so I need some basic advice. I just bought a software piano, the Galaxy Vintage D piano software. I have a separate HDD for the samples. So should I install the software on a different computer or on the same computer as PTP? If on a different computer, how do I connect them together to allow the PTP software to control the piano software? And I really don't understand the whole VSTi thing. Is there a tutorial or site where I can go to learn how it all connects together?/
Thanks so much for any suggestions.
Don
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 22,455
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 22,455 |
There are a few ways to do this.
If the piano software is a large program and you want it on another computer, then you could use MIDI cables between the two computers to have one 'play' the other and use an audio cable back from the piano computer to the line in of the recording computer.
Much easier to try installing on the same system and see how it runs.
Install the piano software, remember where you install it.
In PTP select a MIDI track
Click the arrow to the left of the track name (in the main Tracks window) and cleck edit VSTi
In the resulting window is a box with the name of the track and four empty dropdown slots below the name.
Use the first (top one of the four) dropdown and scroll all the way to the bottom and select 'add VSTi'.
Find your already installed piano software, you'll need the .dll file or an .ax file. Most likely the .dll file.
Click OK
Now the information (or notes) on that track will play thru the new piano.
I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
On the Galaxy pianos forum, they also suggested that I try to install the piano on the same computer. The piano uses the Kontakt player. I will have the samples on a separate drive, 7200rpm. It was also suggested that I run it as a VSTi instrument.
Hopefully, I will have time next week to play around with it. Keep those suggestions coming and I will keep reading more in the forum to learn how to do what I need to do.
Thanks,
D*
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,992
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 1,992 |
CallDon
it might help if you post your puter details etc.
ram level, processor type, and important is how much
cache in your 7200 rpm drive.
I RECOMMEND 32 mb cache for budget.
cos mate some plug ins and sample players can be
very demanding on puter resources.
particularly running multiple instances.
some people run 3 drives.
one for OS(win), one to record to and one for samples.
(read my tips sometime in the tips n trocks section
if you have time.)
retired puter engr....powertracks on amd......NICE !
"what is the black art of audio engineering ?"
my silly songs...motagator.com/bmanning
see my tips in the tips section.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
The computer is a Sony Vaio, p8400 duo 2.26 with 3g ram
Yes, I was thinking about a second external drive for the recording project files. That needs to be a fast drive also.
Don
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 10,199
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 10,199 |
Don,
Is that a Yamaha HX-1 in your avatar?
Are you using that?
Gary
I'm blessed watching God do what He does best. I've had a few rough years, and I'm still not back to where I want to be, but I'm on the way and things are looking far better now than what they were!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
Yes it is. I use the HX-1 with MidiTzer and eventually, with Hauptwerk. I just haven't downloaded and installed the hauptwerk software yet. It works great with virtual organ software. If you are close to Dallas in June, we are having a silent movie using the MidiTzer (or Hauptwerk) for the score. If you are interested, some of our videos are at Dallas Organ Society and at my YouTube page. The piano and organ sampled software has improved by leaps and bounds in the past two or three years. I just received the Galaxy Vintage D software piano today and will install it as soon as I decide which external hard drive to use for the piano samples. Glad to know I can just use it with PTP as a plug-in. Don
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
UPDATE: I just ordered a MyDigitalSSD High Speed 32GB ExpressCard/34 SSD Solid State Disk from Amazon. It does use the PCI Express interface instead of USB. First, I will install the piano software then install the samples on this card.
Even if it doesn't work, I can always use it for extra storage or it might work for the PTP project storage. After I experiment, I will post how it worked for the piano.
D*
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
Quote:
Install the piano software, remember where you install it.
In PTP select a MIDI track
Click the arrow to the left of the track name (in the main Tracks window) and cleck edit VSTi
In the resulting window is a box with the name of the track and four empty dropdown slots below the name.
Use the first (top one of the four) dropdown and scroll all the way to the bottom and select 'add VSTi'.
Find your already installed piano software, you'll need the .dll file or an .ax file. Most likely the .dll file.
Click OK
Now the information (or notes) on that track will play thru the new piano.
I am totally lost. I clicked on the "add VSTi" button. But I have no idea where the .dll file is or which one I need. The software plays through the Native Instruments Kontack player. I don't know if I need the dll from there or from the sample library. But this sure ain't easy! Any suggestions?
UPDATE EDIT:
I found the vsti dll in a folder. I finally got a sampled piano playing. Now the problem is finding a way to change the instrument that is playing, to use the Kontact control panel to adjust the settings on the piano.
D*
Last edited by CallDon; 05/27/10 06:36 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 22,455
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 22,455 |
Glad you got it working, I can't help you any farther than that; I have never used the kontact plugin.
Hopefully someone else here will jump in.
I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
Quote:
Glad you got it working, I can't help you any farther than that; I have never used the kontact plugin.
Hopefully someone else here will jump in.
It is a little confusing to me because it seems to have too many steps. But since I have never really used plug in instruments before, perhaps it is supposed to have that many steps.
DIRECTIONS?? You mean i was supposed to read the directions? 
Every time I change a song in PTP, I have to reload the samples/plug-in. I suppose that is the way it should be, since every tune would have different instruments and different layout. But for this project, I am using only one instrument with one midi track per song.
Anyway, it seems to be doing the job to this point. Eventually, I will have to render all of this to actual audio for CD mastering. But don't worry, I will have a bunch of questions then if I haven't read enough and figured it out by then.
Thanks for the help!
Don
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 22,455
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 22,455 |
Most VSTi's (not all) will remember the setup if saved with the seq file. Maybe kontact doesn't, but if not you should be able to save a preset so it is easy to set up.
In the VSTi window, try 'save preset' or 'save group'. I have started using save group more often, as it works sometimes when others don't. Then after opening song, use load group to get the exact same setup going.
Once the VSTi dll file has been loaded, it should appear in the dropdown list of available synths as long as you do not move the dll file. So you would load the synth, load the group and be good to go (hopefully).
I am surprised the kontact player does not load with the seq file, or does it load but just not set up properly? If so it probably has it's own ini file that runs at startup, and using the preset or group would be required. Now that I think of it, since it is a sample player it probably does load up it's own default samples at startup, so at least now you know how to try to shorten the steps needed.
I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 15 |
Well, here we are, three years later. I upgraded to PTP 12 and have been trying to get this thing to recognize the Kontakt VSI instruments for four hours. Tried what worked before. No luck.
I would really like to get this working because I like PTP. But if it won't recognize the instruments, then I don't know what to do.
Any suggestions?
D*
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ask sales and support questions about Band-in-a-Box using natural language.
ChatPG's knowledge base includes the full Band-in-a-Box User Manual and sales information from the website.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Windows Special Offers End Tomorrow (January 15th, 2026) at 11:59 PM PST!
Time really is running out! Save up to 50% on Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® upgrades and receive a FREE Bonus PAK—only when you order by 11:59 PM PST on Thursday, January 15, 2026!
We've added many major new features and new content in a redesigned Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®!
Version 2026 introduces a modernized GUI redesign across the program, with updated toolbars, refreshed windows, smoother workflows, and a new Dark Mode option. There’s also a new side toolbar for quicker access to commonly used windows, and the new Multi-View feature lets you arrange multiple windows as layered panels without overlap, making it easier to customize your workspace.
Another exciting new addition is the new AI-Notes feature, which can transcribe polyphonic audio into MIDI. You can view the results in notation or play them back as MIDI, and choose whether to process an entire track or focus on specific parts like drums, bass, guitars/piano, or vocals. There's over 100 new features in Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®.
There's an amazing collection of new content too, including 202 RealTracks, new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
Upgrade your Band-in-a-Box for Windows to save up to 50% on most Band-in-a-Box® 2026 upgrade packages!
Plus, when you order your Band-in-a-Box® 2026 upgrade during our special, you'll receive a Free Bonus PAK of exciting new add-ons.
If you need any help deciding which package is the best option for you, just let us know. We are here to help!
Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® Special Offers Extended Until January 15, 2026!
Good news! You still have time to upgrade to the latest version of Band-in-a-Box® for Windows® and save. Our Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® special now runs through January 15, 2025!
We've packed Band-in-a-Box® 2026 with major new features, enhancements, and an incredible lineup of new content! The program now sports a sleek, modern GUI redesign across the entire interface, including updated toolbars, refreshed windows, smoother workflows, a new dark mode option, and more. The brand-new side toolbar provides quicker access to key windows, while the new Multi-View feature lets you arrange multiple windows as layered panels without overlap, creating a flexible, clutter-free workspace. We have an amazing new “AI-Notes” feature. This transcribes polyphonic audio into MIDI so you can view it in notation or play it back as MIDI. You can process an entire track (all pitched instruments and drums) or focus on individual parts like drums, bass, guitars/piano, or vocals. There's an amazing collection of new content too, including 202 RealTracks, new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
There are over 100 new features in Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®.
When you order purchase Band-in-a-Box® 2026 before 11:59 PM PST on January 15th, you'll also receive a Free Bonus PAK packed with exciting new add-ons.
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® today! Check out the Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
Happy New Year!
Thank you for being part of the Band-in-a-Box® community.
Wishing you and yours a very happy 2026—Happy New Year from all of us at PG Music!
Season's Greetings!
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy holiday season—thanks for being part of our community!
The office will be closed for Christmas Day, but we will be back on Boxing Day (Dec 26th) at 6:00am PST.
Team PG
Band-in-a-Box 2026 Video: The Newly Designed Piano Roll Window
In this video, we explore the updated Piano Roll, complete with a modernized look and exciting new features. You’ll see new filtering options that make it easy to focus on specific note groups, smoother and more intuitive note entry and editing, and enhanced options for zooming, looping, and more.
Watch the video.
You can see all the 2026 videos on our forum!
Band-in-a-Box 2026 Video: AI Stems & Notes - split polyphonic audio into instruments and transcribe
This video demonstrates how to use the new AI-Notes feature together with the AI-Stems splitter, allowing you to select an audio file and have it separated into individual stems while transcribing each one to its own MIDI track. AI-Notes converts polyphonic audio—either full mixes or individual instruments—into MIDI that you can view in notation or play back instantly.
Watch the video.
You can see all the 2026 videos on our forum!
Bonus PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®
With your version 2026 for Windows Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition or PlusPAK purchase, we'll include a Bonus PAK full of great new Add-ons for FREE! Or upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for only $49 to receive even more NEW Add-ons including 20 additional RealTracks!
These PAKs are loaded with additional add-ons to supercharge your Band-in-a-Box®!
This Free Bonus PAK includes:
- The 2026 RealCombos Booster PAK:
-For Pro customers, this includes 27 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For MegaPAK customers, this includes 25 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For UltraPAK customers, this includes 12 new RealStyles.
- MIDI Styles Set 92: Look Ma! More MIDI 15: Latin Jazz
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 46: Piano & Organ
- Instrumental Studies Set 24: Groovin' Blues Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 19: Songs with Vocals 9
- Playable RealTracks Set 5
- RealDrums Stems Set 9: Cool Brushes
- SynthMaster Sounds Set 1 (with audio demos)
- Android Band-in-a-Box® App (included)
Looking for more great add-ons, then upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49 and you'll get:
- 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums with 20 RealStyle.
- FLAC Files (lossless audio files) for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums
- MIDI Styles Set 93: Look Ma! More MIDI 16: SynthMaster
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 47: More SynthMaster
- Instrumental Studies 25 - Soul Jazz Guitar Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 20: Songs with Vocals 10
- RealDrums Stems Set 10: Groovin' Sticks
- SynthMaster Sounds & Styles Set 2 (sounds & styles with audio demos)
Learn more about the Bonus PAKs for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums57
Topics85,736
Posts795,465
Members39,942
| |
Most Online25,754
Jan 24th, 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean