|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25
Enthusiast
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25 |
I noticed a post about this software but the poster mentioned that she hadn't "really used it." I'm wondering if anyone has tried this GM software with a Vista or XP pc and what they think of the sound quality compared to the VSC-3 and other VSTis? I am seriously considerig buying it as the latency seems to be low and the sound quality of these demos seems good. The videos in French but the music is all that matters  http://en.woodbrass.com/PRODIPE+VE+USB+VIRTUAL+EXPANDER+AND+SOUNDCARD I don't think it can be as good as Ketron SD2 but I am still very interested.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 127
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 127 |
Hi,
I use ProdipeVe for my laptop. I bought it for 100 Us dollar.
At that price you get no latenzy and the sounds are fantastic.
hhs
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25 |
Thanks a million. I wanted something for my laptop (will probably get the Ketron SD2) but wasn't sure about the latency. I can get it here in Holland for the equivalent of 100 US$ and will be ordering it tomorrow.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25 |
Actually, it's a bit cheaper since the price is 49 euro including shipping which is only about 74 US at today's rate.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502 |
Quote:
Thanks a million. I wanted something for my laptop (will probably get the Ketron SD2) but wasn't sure about the latency. I can get it here in Holland for the equivalent of 100 US$ and will be ordering it tomorrow.
SD2 is a hardware unit.
You can set BIAB for ZERO latency. (Well, perhaps 1 milliSecond or less will be the realworld result...)
--Mac
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,055
Productor Musical
|
|
Productor Musical
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,055 |
I heard Prodipe VE demos and video. I think it prepresent a nice option for the budget considering it include the USB dongle audio hardware. Sounds overall does the work although nothing outstanding, some decent drums, pianos, string and some brass, except sax...uff.. sound crap like many software synth/sample engines, but as I mentioned, for a low latency hybrid plugin in the host and standalone solution it is a good addon to actual arsenal of GM players options in the market. Thanks for info
Carlos
Gabriel Arellano,
Nucleox Music
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25 |
Mac
It's the small size of the KD2 that appeals to me when traveling with my laptop (not to mention brilliant sound). Thanks for the heads up re setting BIAB's latency. The option to do that is a great feature. BIAB just keeps getting better and better!
Carlos
You're welcome. Coincidentally, I listened to your very beautiful The Look of Love and Spanish Victoria last night before reading your reply this morning. You're a very fine musician and I would love to have 1/10th of your talent. There are several Latin American musicians I admire including Pedro Aznar. I discovered Pedro during his time with the Pat Metheny (one of my heroes) Group.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 7,697
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 7,697 |
Quote:
I am seriously considerig buying it as the latency seems to be low and the sound quality of these demos seems good.
The synth itself has almost nothing to do with the latency you get. It's all about the driver you're using and how you have your music software, in this case Biab, set up. Remember, you're talking about a software synth here, not hardware. As Mac said hardware will play at almost zero latency, not so software. You're latency is contolled by your driver, MME is the default but it gives the worst latency, ASIO is usually better. If you don't have an ASIO driver you can download a freebie called Asio4All. A lot of us use it and you can usually get the latency down to 10-20ms. That's higher than zero but most people can't hear a 10-20ms delay. A real player playing a real piano has about an 8ms latency from the time his finger hits the key and you actually hear the sound.
Bob
Biab/RB latest build, Win 11 Pro, Ryzen 5 5600 G, 512 Gig SSD, 16 Gigs Ram, Steinberg UR22 MkII, Roland Sonic Cell, Kurzweil PC3, Hammond SK1, Korg PA3XPro, Garritan JABB, Hypercanvas, Sampletank 3, more.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 25 |
Typo: I meant to write I use ASio4all.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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 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.
Whether you're exploring new features, checking out the latest RealTracks or Style PAKs, this is your go-to guide for Band-in-a-Box® 2026.
Check out this forum post for "One Stop Shopping" of our Band-in-a-Box® 2026 Mac Videos!
Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Mac is Here!
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!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac and save up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special offer—available until May 15, 2026. Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page to explore all available upgrade options.
2026 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
Our Free Bonus PAK and 49-PAK are loaded with amazing add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is included with most Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac packages, but you can unlock even more—including 20 unreleased RealTracks—by upgrading to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49.
Holiday Weekend Hours
As we hop into the Easter weekend, here are our holiday hours:
April 3 (Good Friday): 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM PDT
April 4 (Saturday): Closed
April 5 (Easter Sunday): Closed
April 6 (Easter Monday): Open regular hours
Wishing you an egg-cellent weekend!
— Team PG
Update to Build 10 of RealBand® 2026 for Windows®!
If you're already using RealBand 2026 for Windows, download build 10 to get all the latest additions and enhancements.
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® users: Build 904 now available!
If you're already using Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®, make sure to grab the latest update! Build 904 is now available for download and includes the newest additions and enhancements from our team.
Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows® users: Build 1237 is now available!
Already a Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Windows user? Stay up to date and download the build 1237 to get all the latest additions and enhancements.
PowerTracks Pro 2026 for Windows is Here!
PowerTracks 2026 is here—bringing powerful new enhancements designed to make your production workflow faster, smoother, and more intuitive than ever.
The enhanced Mixer now shows Track Type and Instrument icons for instant track recognition, while a new grid option simplifies editing views. Non-floating windows adopt a modern title bar style, replacing the legacy blue bar.
The Master Volume is now applied at the end of the audio chain for consistent levels and full-signal master effects.
Tablature now includes a “Save bends when saving XML” option for improved compatibility with PG Music tools. Plus, you can instantly match all track heights with a simple Ctrl-release after resizing, and Add2 chords from MGU/SGU files are now fully supported... and more!
Get started today—first-time packages start at just $49.
Already using PowerTracks Pro Audio? Upgrade for as little as $29 and enjoy the latest improvements!
Order now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums57
Topics86,177
Posts801,667
Members40,062
| |
Most Online64,515
Apr 8th, 2026
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
There are no members with birthdays on this day. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean