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As the subject title suggests, when I render a song, just the drum part for now, the wave file plays, but slows down a bit, gets stuck (hiccups) plays correctly then gets stuck again etc etc.
First time it's happened.
Using BIAB 2011 Dec version. Is this a known bug?
I rarely use this program, so when I need to use it (now) it's frustrating when all hell starts to break loose.
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BIABguy,
What are you computer specs? (operating system, processor speed, RAM)
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Pentium-M 1.86G 2G RAM
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If anyone wants to listen to this weird .wav file I'll be happy to send it to you!
I thought 'Merge in Audio track' was the culprit, but I unchecked the box now and still got the same results.
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Hi again,
Something that often fixes problems with the older, slower computer processors is to turn off the fast regeneration of Realtracks. It sounds like your computer is trying to generate RTs and to render a wav file at the same time.
Go to Opt | Preferences | Realtracks and on the right side of the pop-up menu, disable "Speed up generation of Realtracks".
When you render a song with this diabled, it will take around 20 seconds before anything happens. This is because BIAB will now wait until the whole song is completely generated before it starts to play. Fast generation of RTs works the processor to the maximum and this is sometimes beyond the ability of older processors.
Hope this helps,
Noel
P.S. Make sure that you generate the song completely before you render it to a wav file.
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Hi again,
Something that often fixes problems with the older, slower computer processors is to turn off the fast regeneration of Realtracks. It sounds like your computer is trying to generate RTs and to render a wav file at the same time.
Go to Opt | Preferences | Realtracks and on the right side of the pop-up menu, disable "Speed up generation of Realtracks".
When you render a song with this diabled, it will take around 20 seconds before anything happens. This is because BIAB will now wait until the whole song is completely generated before it starts to play. Fast generation of RTs works the processor to the maximum and this is sometimes beyond the ability of older processors.
Hope this helps,
Noel
P.S. Make sure that you generate the song completely before you render it to a wav file.
Thanks for helping out Noel!
I tried everything you suggested above but it didn't work unfortunately. So my 'slow computer' isn't the
problem. 
Even before the song play, just the count-in itself starts to lag/stick.
There is no 20 second delay before anything happens.
Immediately there is writing to disk and then the rendering to disk. Two quick processes that take just a few seconds each.
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Does this happen with other songs or just a particular one?
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Does this happen with other songs or just a particular one?
Well I just tested it out with a couple other songs and it's doing the same thing with them.
This is really disconcerting, because it used to work just fine before (prior to BIAB 2011). 
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I sympathize with your frustration.
I'm quite puzzled because the behavior you describe is identical to the behavior experienced by people who use fast generation of RTs on machines that find it difficult to keep up with processing demands.
When you disabled the "Fast Generation of Realtracks" as I suggested above, did you exit BIAB and restart?
Some people have found that once changes are made it's necessary to physically shut down the computer for changes to kick in.
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Whenever BiaB stops doing something that it has already done in the past, there are two things to try, in this order:
1) Reboot the machine. Sometimes long edit sessions or the like can chew up resources and a reboot can get all those ducks back in a row.
2) If the reboot doesn't restore proper operation, inside BiaB, go to Options and pick Return to Factory Settings. Try the first button there first. If no joy with that button, try the second button, which also resets soundcard and MIDI synth choices, etc.
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Whenever BiaB stops doing something that it has already done in the past, there are two things to try, in this order:
1) Reboot the machine. Sometimes long edit sessions or the like can chew up resources and a reboot can get all those ducks back in a row.
2) If the reboot doesn't restore proper operation, inside BiaB, go to Options and pick Return to Factory Settings. Try the first button there first. If no joy with that button, try the second button, which also resets soundcard and MIDI synth choices, etc.
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Thanks for helping Mac.
I tried the reboot but it didn't make a difference.
I've done the factory reset many times for other issues. In all cases, it didn't fix the problem and I lost all of my previous settings that took hours to get set up just right.
This is not a system resource type problem.
I play the song in BIAB and it plays just fine. I render the track I want, and the render gets stuck/lags.
It has something to do with the rendering process.
I opened a fresh BIAB file, copied the chords to it and the same results happened.
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Tell us again which synth you are using for the render.
Double check which one is being used in the MIDI devices dialogue. Then the DXi synth selection.
Note that even if you use a DXi/VSTi synth for rendering, support has recommended selecting the GSWavetabe synth in the device window as default (not MIDImapper or such).
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Tell us again which synth you are using for the render.
Double check which one is being used in the MIDI devices dialogue. Then the DXi synth selection.
Note that even if you use a DXi/VSTi synth for rendering, support has recommended selecting the GSWavetabe synth in the device window as default (not MIDImapper or such).
OK, this is very complicated now.
Anyone who isn't comfortable with complex things should probably just avoid reading this post altogether
I was using the DXI synth but turned it off now.
Now there was a strange situation.
I could hear the midi file being played because sound was coming of my speakers, thus my internal sound card was being used.
When I tried to render, it went through the process, but nothing was heard when the wave file was played.
This is because it was trying to record through my Logitech camera mic, and I had set it to mute as I didn't want to record live sounds from it.
I didn't have any option to record the midi that I was hearing through my speakers.
(my internal sound card drivers don't load 99% of the time)
So I plugged in my UA-25EX Edirol once again.
Now it was showing up as a Midi option in BIAB.
I selected it for Midi In and Midi Out in BIAB.
Here is where I discovered something weird from another thread (How to force a Part B section to play? ).
I tried to change Substyle marker at the begininng of the song from 1a to 1b and although it showed 1b on screen, when the song was played (or replayed) it played substyle 1a !!!
But then I selected Audio, top right of screen and then mute and tried to play the file.
Nothing was heard at all!
This meant that what I was hearing was audio and not any Midi after all !!!
Not Midi from my sound card, not midi from my UA-25EX.
I confirmed this by changing Substyle 17b to 17a (bar 17) and replayed the song. Sure enough bar 17 played Substyle b, despite it showing Substyle a.
So it was definitely playing an audio file, there was no midi. But why wasn't I hearing midi from the UA-25EX now?
I was using an all-Midi quintet style (BOS_250 Bossa) after all.
Simple, I didn't know how to set up my UA-25EX properly. No one ever showed me how!
I thought, naively that if you plugged in the USB cable to the unit, everything would work automatically. All the sound would come out of the USB cable!
I thought it had a built-in Midi module (like most internal soundcards do). It just has Midi (ins and outs), that's all!
So I connected the Ins and Outs to my Roland SC 55mkII and turned on my external amplifier and replayed the BIAB song. Now I could hear the midi!
I tried once again to render the drum track.
It recorded, but when I played back the track was empty again!
Changed Midi Output from UA-25EX to MS wavetable.
It recorded, but when I played back the track was empty again!
This is where I currently stand....
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Automatic "Rendering" can only happen if you are using a DXi or VSTi software synthesizer.
When using an external hardware MIDI synth, the only way to make an audio file of that "performance" is to hook up the Audio L & R outputs of the MIDI synth to the L & R Line Inputs of your sound device and then play back the MIDI performance while simultaneously recording it in stereo to the Audio track.
Audio tracks recorded in BiaB will be given the same filename as the songfile that is currently loaded, just changing the suffix from .mgu/.sgu etc to .wav. When there is a .wav file of the same filename as the BiaB songfile, it will load automatically onto the BiaB Audio track and will play back along with the BiaB backing traks. To hear only the Audio file, you can either disable the Style by rightclicking on the Stylename window and choosing Disable, or you can Solo the Audio track by rightclickin on the Audio trackname. You can also change the filename of the .wav file to prevent it from autoloading with the song.
As for the Return to Factory Settings changing your settings, take the time to read what's going on there and when things are working correctly in BiaB, do what it tells you to take a snapshot of your settings so that the next time you have reason to Return to Factory Settings you can return to YOUR personal settings instead.
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Automatic "Rendering" can only happen if you are using a DXi or VSTi software synthesizer.
Thanks Mac, I learned this eventually yesterday. I paid my dues to learn about it!
In my case, it was suggested that the hiccups in my song were due to rendering with DXi software.
This is why I started experimenting with my UA-25EX last night. But I could never play back the rendered song with sound so at this present moment, don't know if it will cure the hiccups.
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When using an external hardware MIDI synth, the only way to make an audio file of that "performance" is to hook up the Audio L & R outputs of the MIDI synth to the L & R Line Inputs of your sound device and then play back the MIDI performance while simultaneously recording it in stereo to the Audio track.
I did not know this, thanks Mac! I will try this shortly.
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To hear only the Audio file, you can either disable the Style by rightclicking on the Stylename window and choosing Disable, or you can Solo the Audio track by rightclickin on the Audio trackname. You can also change the filename of the .wav file to prevent it from autoloading with the song.
Thanks again Mac this is also very helpful!
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As for the Return to Factory Settings changing your settings, take the time to read what's going on there and when things are working correctly in BiaB, do what it tells you to take a snapshot of your settings so that the next time you have reason to Return to Factory Settings you can return to YOUR personal settings instead.
Thanks Mac, I didn't know about taking snapshots of your settings.
That should prove very helpful as well!
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Thanks Mac, I learned this eventually yesterday. I paid my dues to learn about it!
In my case, it was suggested that the hiccups in my song were due to rendering with DXi software.
This is why I started experimenting with my UA-25EX last night. But I could never play back the rendered song with sound so at this present moment, don't know if it will cure the hiccups.
Tonight I'm continuing to experiment with the song.
I have hooked up my external midi module as Mac suggested (sound out to my Edirol sound card ins).
I have gone into BIAB and tried to set my UA-25EX as my external MIDI module but it won't accept it!
It shows the following on Midi Output Driver Wizard Page:
- Use my internal sound card
- MS GS Wavetable
- Use my external midi module
- UA 25-EX
I check off the second (external and 25-EX)
but when I go back it reverts back to the internal sound card!
I don't remember what I did differently last night, but I was able to get sound from my UA-25EX + my external midi module!
Any ideas?
TIA
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It shows the following on Midi Output Driver Wizard Page:
- Use my internal sound card
- MS GS Wavetable
- Use my external midi module
- UA 25-EX
I check off the second (external and 25-EX)
but when I go back it reverts back to the internal sound card!
I don't remember what I did differently last night, but I was able to get sound from my UA-25EX + my external midi module!
Any ideas?
TIA
Well I continue to be more than a bit confused.
I got the sound to happen again with my UA-25EX.
I had to change the hookup a bit from what Mac was suggesting though.
He suggested I take the out from my external midi device to the input of my sound device.
I tried that but didn't get any sound.
Here's what worked:
I took the out from my external midi device to the input of my mixer.
I then took the tape output of my mixer to the input of my sound device.
Of course my sound device was connected to my computer via a USB cable so the chain was complete.
With this setup (sorry it's not intuitive for a novice like me) I was able not only to play the BIAB song, but also render a .wav file.
And here's the best part.
The hiccups were gone!
So this proved that the hiccups were coming from the DXi software synth.
That's both good and bad news. It's good that I found out what the problem was.
It's bad that I now have to hook up all of this external sh_t just to render a midi file!
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If you truly selected the term, "Render" in BiaB, it could not have created the MIDI file from the external MIDI synth, it must use a DXi or VSTi synth.
If, however, you meant by that statement that you were able to *record* the MIDI to .wav file successfully, that is what can be done.
About USB devices: Don't expect to be able to open and run BiaB first and then plug in your USB sound device. It will no get recognized by BiaB.
First always plug in the USB device and wait for your system to recognize it.
Then start up BiaB.
This is because when BiaB first opens, it looks for and then displays all the available sound devices. Bypass that and you can have problems.
Yeah, when I'm using USB device here, I often have to shut BB back down again and then hook up the USB device, then start BB again because I forgot to first have the USB device hooked up and recognized before starting BiaB...
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If you truly selected the term, "Render" in BiaB, it could not have created the MIDI file from the external MIDI synth, it must use a DXi or VSTi synth.
If, however, you meant by that statement that you were able to *record* the MIDI to .wav file successfully, that is what can be done.
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Actually I did truly select the term "Render" and it did create a file (a wav file, not a midi file) from the external MIDI synth.
When you go into the Render to Audio File screen you are presented with two choices for rendering:
1. DXi - Direct Render (save WAV file)
2. (Re)- Render to WAV File
In my case, since I wasn't using DXi I had to select the second choice for Rendering.
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I believe the poster means that the "WAV" file gets stuck.
I am certain that this is a program bug... I have the same problem with BIAB 2011.
When I create a BIAB file I use either the Forte or Coyote DXI plugin together with Real Tracks and Real Drums.
The tune plays just fine in BIAB, but when you go to render a WAV file, the result is horrible!!!! Hiccup city to say the least.
I've done everything suggested (unchecked fast generation of real tracks, gotten the latest ASIO audio drivers for my ASIO USB ports (XIO 25 from M-Audio), tried different songs, reinstalled BIAB and the plugins. I also downloaded all updates... You name it, I done it!
So, I rendered a separate wav file for the solo track (sax) and, additionally, made a midi file. When I imported them both into Fruity Loops, I used the DXI plugin that came with Fruity Loops. The result was a perfect WAV file could be generated.
So, gentleman and ladies at PGMUSIC, I have been a devout customer for over 20 years and have spent thousands of dollars on your incredible products (which I love), including but not limited to the audiofile versions. Please take my word for it. There is a flaw in rendering to a WAV file when using the ASIO USB port (XIO 25). This is not a DXI problem, or computer problem. IT IS MOST LIKELY A FLAW in BIAB!
Note, I am using a Rocket Ship for a computer. The fastest i7 chip money can buy, with 7200 rpm drives and 6 gigabytes of memory. Also, 2 gigs of video memory. So, please don't be picking on my computer in your response. The quickest way to resolve the problem is to turn inward and look into your program!
Thanks in advance. I really want to be able to use the DXI/VST plugins together with Real Tracks and Drums to generate a WAV file. Is this really too much to ask?
Thanks.
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Jazz, Funk & World (Sets 468-475):
Our new jazz, funk & blues RealTracks include a groovin’ collection of RealTracks and RealDrums! These include more requested “soul jazz” RealTracks featuring artists Neil Swainson (bass), Charles Treadway (organ), Brent Mason (guitar), and Wes Little (drums). There are new “smooth jazz” styles (4), which include a RealTracks first: muted trumpet, as well as slick new smooth jazz brushes options for drums. Blues lovers will be thrilled—there are more “classic acoustic blues” styles, including guitar (5), bass (4), and drums (10) with blues master Colin Linden, featuring understated and tasty background acoustic soloing, plus brushes drums and acoustic bass. There are also new electric blues RealTracks, including electric blues with PG favorite Johnny Hiland (3) and soulful electric slide guitar from Colin Linden (4). If you love funk & gospel, there are great new options this year, including gospel organ (3) from Charles Treadway, as well as new funk, tango, and rock ’n’ roll drums (3) and bass (1). And for big, bold arrangements, we have uptempo soul horns (4) featuring a three-part hip horn section with options for a full mix or stems of each individual horn — plus an accompanying rhythm section (4) of drums, bass, guitar, and electric piano!
Rock & Pop (Sets 476–482):
Our new rock & pop RealTracks bring a powerful mix of requested favorites, fresh genres, and modern chart-inspired styles! We have more of our popular “Producer Layered Acoustic Guitars (15)” featuring Band-in-a-Box favorite Brent Mason. We’ve continued our much-requested disco styles (10), and added new Celtic guitar (5) with a more basic, accessible approach than our previous Drop-D or DADGAD offerings. There are also highly requested yacht rock styles (17), inspired by the smooth, polished soft-rock sound of the late ’70s and early ’80s — laid-back grooves, silky electric pianos, warm textures, elegant harmonic movement, and pristine production aesthetics. Fans of heavier styles will love our new glam metal (13), capturing the flashy, high-energy sound of ’80s arena-ready guitar rock. We also have a set of rootsy modern-folk rock (18), with a warm, organic sound combining contemporary folk textures and driving acoustic strumming. And we’ve added lots of new modern pop styles (16) — the kinds of sounds you’re hearing on the radio today, featuring exciting new drums, synths, and cutting-edge RealTracks arrangements.
Country, & Americana (Sets 483–488):
Our new country & Americana RealTracks deliver a rich collection of acoustic, electric, and roots-inspired styles! We have new country pop (9) with legendary guitarist Brent Mason. There is also a potpourri (14) of bouzouki, guitars, banjo, and more, perfect for adding texture and character to contemporary acoustic arrangements. We’ve added funky country guitar (5) with PG favorite Brent Mason, along with classic pedal steel styles (5) featuring steel great Doug Jernigan. There are more country songwriter styles (8) that provide intimate, rootsy foundations for storytelling and modern Americana writing. Finally, we have “background soloing” acoustic guitar (12) with Brent Mason — simpler, but still very tasty acoustic lines designed to sit beautifully behind vocals or act as a subtle standalone solo part.
Check out all the 202 new RealTracks (in sets 468-488)!
And, if you are looking for more, the 2026 49-PAK (for $49) includes an impressive collection of 20 bonus RealTracks, featuring exciting and inspiring additions to add to your RealTracks library. You'll get new country-rhythm guitar styles from PG Music favorites Johnny Hiland and Brent Mason, along with modern-pop grooves that capture today’s radio-ready sound! There are also new indie-folk styles with guitar, bass, 6-string bass used as a high-chording instrument, acoustic guitar, and banjo. Plus, dedicated "cymbal fills" RealDrums provide an added layer that work very well with low-key folky styles with other percussion.
The 2026 49-PAK is loaded with other great new add-ons as well. Learn more about the 2026 49-PAK!
2026 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac®!
With your version 2026 for Mac 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)
- iOS Android Band-in-a-Box® App
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 PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac®!
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