|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 81
Enthusiast
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 81 |
Hi fellow music makers,
Having now retired and having time on my hands I wish to have a go at creating music.
I just went to buy my first ever BIAB from PG Music website after hours of research on the internet regarding its suitability for someone of my maturing years.
However, If I wish the audiophile version then I must must wait for the delivery from USA to reach me here in Eastern Europe and then maybe have to pay a tax, (which is an unknown cost to me)
I can however download the ''everything Pak'and start ''playing'' straight away, like a child wishing to play with his presents on Christmas Eve I suppose.
I would like to know from those who are better aquainted with the programme, can I make decent music without 'wav' files and what other limitations I may incur not using wav files.
Any other pros and cons to using wav files would be appreciated.
Can I upgrade later?
Many Thanks in advance for your well intended advice.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 167
DonCarlos
|
|
DonCarlos
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 167 |
Hi Yorkshireknight,
Where are you from? I'm also from Eastern Europe. I Dealer PG Music for the Czech Republic.
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 167
DonCarlos
|
|
DonCarlos
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 167 |
- Yes, You can I upgrade later? Real Tracks
- Yes You do not need the WAV sounds of the routine work, if you do not want to directly generate publishable recordings on CD
Karel
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,672
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,672 |
If you are just using it for your personal use, I think you will find the non-audiophile version works just fine, and in general, most folks won't be able to tell the difference unless doing a side-by-side comparison.
If you are looking to produce music for sale, you may want the audiophile (maybe sales can offset the cost of the tax); however, even then lots of folks do just fine with the regular version.
Definitely get either the UltraPlusPak or the EverythingPak, as well as any other add-ons being offered.
Unfortunately, you just missed the sale for BIAB2017, so all prices are back to full prices. There is a possibility of a mid-year sale when the new Mac version comes out, but no guarantees, in which case the next sale will probably be December 2017.
John Laptop-HP Omen I7 Win11Pro 32GB 2x2TB, 1x4TB SSD Desktop-ASUS-I7 Win10Pro 32GB 2x1.5TB, 2x2TB, 1x4TB SATA BB2025/UMC404HD/Casios/Cakewalk/Reaper/Studio One/MixBus/Notion/Finale/Dorico/Noteworthy/NI/Halion/IK http://www.sus4chord.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 27,035
Veteran
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 27,035 |
I was just about to link to that. Nothing has changed since I wrote it, to my knowledge.
Thanks Noel.
And Yorkshireknight, welcome to the forum.
BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 81
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 81 |
Many thanks for all your replies. Your input has helped me make my descision and I am now the proud owner of the ultra plus pak!!
I expect I will be using this forum a lot to pick the brains of you Muzzo vets. Looking at the programme makes my head explode, by the way it took about 17 hours to download all the files!!
Thanks to Noel and Matt for the link whcih also helped and for your info Jacko, I am english living in Bulgaria.
While I am here replying to you all, I wish to find a good tutorial on how to make 6/8 time with BIAB/RB
I have written a song and the beat is 6/8 time and my search across youtube has not yet revealed any tutorial that I can understand.
This is typical me of starting at the deep end as it were. I am also busy writing a country song in 4/4 time to help me get into BIAB more gently.
Once again many thanks for your replies and to point me to the correct thread to ask the questin about 6/8 time.
Last edited by Yorkshireknight; 01/30/17 10:29 PM.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Congratulations! The UltraPlus Pak is one of the most popular on the forums from what I can tell. That was what I regularly purchased and upgraded over the years.
In relation to 6/8 time, you would be better to learn using Realband before embarking on that journey. I personally encourage you to work on your 4/4 Country song as a starting place. You'll learn a lot more about how the software works doing this. Once you've done that, then visit 6/8 in Realband (RB is much better at working with the less common time signatures). In case you aren't aware of this, Realband is sold with BIAB so you will already have it.
Good luck with your journey!
Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 20,316
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 20,316 |
Welcome Yorkshireknight
You have already received expert advice and I too would encourage you to learn the basics before delving too deep just yet. Most of the program functions are intuitive and you shouldn't have too many issues. If you do, there is a fantastic forum of skills available right here. You're in the right place.
Welcome aboard.
Trev
BIAB & RB2025 Win.(Audiophile), Sonar Platinum, Cakewalk by Bandlab, Izotope Prod.Bundle, Roland RD-1000, Synthogy Ivory, Kontakt, Focusrite 18i20, KetronSD2, NS40M Monitors, Pioneer Active Monitors, AKG K271 Studio H'phones
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 81
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 81 |
Thanks Noel & Trev, I agree with your advice and have this morning started work on my country style number.
I think I am going to approach the learning curve by finding the solutions to my problems as I go along with the song.
I have already found a problem but I think this thread/post is not the place to ask. so I shall take my leave and pose the question on the correct forum.
Once again thank you for yoour help and encouragement.
Paul
aka Yorkshireknight
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Beginners Forum
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 27,035
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 27,035 |
Yes, go to the BIAB forum and we can discuss 6/8.
BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: VST3 Plugin Support
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® now includes support for VST3 plugins, alongside VST and AU. Use them with MIDI or audio tracks for even more creative possibilities in your music production.
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Macs®: VST3 Plugin Support
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: Using VST3 Plugins
Join the conversation on our forum.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac Videos
With the release of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac, we’re rolling out a collection of brand-new videos on our YouTube channel. We’ll also keep this forum post updated so you can easily find all the latest videos in one convenient spot.
From overviews of new features and walkthroughs of the 202 new RealTracks, to highlights of XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAKs 18, the 2025 49-PAK, and in-depth tutorials — you’ll find everything you need to explore what’s new in Band-in-a-Box® 2025.
Reference this forum post for One-Stop Shopping of our Band-in-a-Box® 2025 Mac Videos — we’ll be adding more videos as they’re released!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac is here, packed with major new features and an incredible collection of available new content! This includes 202 RealTracks (in Sets 449-467), plus 20 bonus Unreleased RealTracks in the 2025 49-PAK. There are new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 4, two new sets of “RealDrums Stems,” XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAK 19, and more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac with savings of up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special—available until July 31, 2025! Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
2025 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
We've packed our Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK with some incredible Add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is automatically included with most Band-in-a-Box® for Mac 2025 packages, but for even more Add-ons (including 20 Unreleased RealTracks!) upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for only $49. You can see the full lists of items in each package, and listen to demos here.
If you have any questions, feel free to connect with us directly—we’re here to help!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 Italian Version is Here!
Cari amici
È stata aggerate la versione in Italiano del programma più amato dagli appassionati di musica, il nostro Band-in-a-Box.
Questo è il link alla nuova versione 2025.
Di seguito i link per scaricare il pacchetti di lingua italiana aggiornati per Band-in-a-Box e RealBand, anche per chi avesse già comprato la nuova versione in inglese.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 - Italiano
RealBand 2025 - Italiano
Band-in-a-Box 2025 French Version is Here!
Bonjour à tous,
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 pour Windows est disponible en Français.
Le téléchargement se fait à partir du site PG Music
Pour ceux qui auraient déjà acheté la version 2025 de Band-in-a-Box (et qui donc ont une version anglaise), il est possible de "franciser" cette version avec les patchs suivants:
BIAB 2025 - francisation
RealBand 2025 - francisation
Voilà, enjoy!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 German Version is Here!
Update Your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 to Build 1128 for Windows Today!
Already using Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 1128 now from our Support Page to enjoy the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.
Stay up to date—get the latest update now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics84,312
Posts777,601
Members39,615
| |
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