|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,893
Veteran
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,893 |
Love my new Logidy midi progamable footswitch  . It works wonders over in hands free control of my DAW. So how do I use it to run BIAB. According to this I can set to delay play until a midi signal.  What signal is it looking for? 
BIAB – 2026, Reaper (current), i7-12700F Processor, 32GB DDR4-3200MHz RAM, Motu Audio Express 6x6 - My SoundCloud.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 603
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 603 |
Dan:
I always assumed it waited for any MIDI signal whatsoever. When set the way you show, my BiaB will start at the press of any key on a musical keyboard, or the keyboard's sustain pedal, for instance.
But if you are asking this, it might imply it's not working with your programmed buttons stomped at random. Have you tried that? Just press any one of them that has been programmed for anything at all.
I know you had one of those cheap plastic keyboard-pedals at one point. You may actually find that slicker to start and stop things, although it won't control your VST's. Both types of pedal can be in service at the same time.
Last edited by allis; 10/21/12 02:38 PM.
Larry
______
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 8,021
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 8,021 |
BIAB & RB are not able to be controlled via MIDI except as stated. Any MIDI data will start playback.But that's it.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,893
Veteran
|
|
OP
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,893 |
Ya, I know. I wasn't expecting much since this is not BIABs real niche. Just for the record this is one of the reasons I moved my live show from BIAB (which to its credit it did handled fine for years) over to a fully fledged DAW. In my DAW every action, as well as every custom combination of actions, can be controlled by new midi progammable foot switch. 
BIAB – 2026, Reaper (current), i7-12700F Processor, 32GB DDR4-3200MHz RAM, Motu Audio Express 6x6 - My SoundCloud.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 288
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 288 |
I use a two pedal Delco USB Foot switch that works great with BB.
I have one pedal set to the key combo that starts BB with the middle chorus looped.
This is the standard way I start a tune when using BB in a live situation.
The second pedal is set to the key combo that exits the loop and proceeds to the third chorus.
In this format I would usually have the chorus's set to 3.
Hit the Left Pedal
Intro
1st Chorus (Head) chorus
Solos etc - BB loops the middle chorus (2/3), great for having more than one player.
Hit the Right Pedal
go to the third (3/3) chorus then to what ever ending you can figure out.
If or when I get a new/spare foot switch I would go for a 3 or 4 pedal unit.
I would at least like a third pedal that would send BB the space bar to end the playback.
It is my experience that every once and a while BB wont leave the loop and stays in a perpetual 2/3 chorus. At that point all you can do is finish the form and hit the space bar as close to the end and in time as you can do it.
If you do it right most in the audience won't know anything went wrong, especially if you don't draw their attention to it.
G
Last edited by G; 10/25/12 03:25 PM.
Intel i5, 8 GIG, M-Audio NRV10, M-Audio BX8's, Cubase, BIAB, Win 7
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 8,021
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 8,021 |
Quote:
I use a two pedal Delco USB Foot switch that works great with BB.
I have one pedal set to the key combo that starts BB with the middle chorus looped.
This is the standard way I start a tune when using BB in a live situation.
The second pedal is set to the key combo that exits the loop and proceeds to the third chorus.
In this format I would usually have the chorus's set to 3.
Hit the Left Pedal
Intro
1st Chorus (Head) chorus
Solos etc - BB loops the middle chorus (2/3), great for having more than one player.
Hit the Right Pedal
go to the third (3/3) chorus then to what ever ending you can figure out.
If or when I get a new/spare foot switch I would go for a 3 or 4 pedal unit.
I would at least like a third pedal that would send BB the space bar to end the playback.
It is my experience that every once and a while BB wont leave the loop and stays in a perpetual 2/3 chorus. At that point all you can do is finish the form and hit the space bar as close to the end and in time as you can do it.
If you do it right most in the audience won't know anything went wrong, especially if you don't draw their attention to it.
G
You're using the Conductor feature.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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® 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!
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums57
Topics86,050
Posts799,408
Members40,019
| |
Most Online44,367
Mar 4th, 2026
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean