I don't like how PG rolls out RealTracks (RTs). Bits and pieces here and there trying to please everyone. For example, buy a Jazz Acoustic Bass set @140 bpm (range 125-160). Any other tempo, you have to wait. Then another set @140 becomes available. I want that set but have to buy other instruments included that I'll never use. Later, another tempo comes out...etc. And how many RTs do we have that will most likely never be used? Some will say that it is a 'great bargain' to buy the BIAB EverythingPAK rather than the BIAB Pro - but bargain is relative to the individual. It is not worth $400+ to me.

RealDrums (RDs) were handled much better offering a wide range of tempos of a particular style. Buy one and you set for that style. I know RDs are much simpler than RTs but this topic is about how the marketing of the product is handled. The bundling of RTs in the PAKs is helpful but worthless to someone that prefers to buy selectively and/or a long-time user.

I'd like to see the RT offerings re-worked to include both existing and new buyers. RDs could be easily changed in a similar style. For example, I want to purchase a modern Acoustic Jazz Bass RT and modern Jazz Drums. At purchase, PG gets the serial number from my BIAB and associates it with those items 'forever'. Any additional tempos or variations to those sets will be included 'forever' in future updates. This I would not mind paying a yearly fee. It would also prevent pirating - keeping the cost down for paying customers.

For you folks that feel the EverythingPAK is a bargain, this would work for you too.

I could get a lot more specific on market and sales offerings but will save it for another day. I'm sure a lot is constantly being discussed at PG. Supporting and growing the same product for many years is a daunting task. Once they reach the ultimate solution (which they probably have reached many times), another completely different ultimate solution will be required in a few years.

R