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OOOoookay....
we're closing in on mid-year, which means there's a high likelihood that 2013.5 isn't too far away! Let's get a little chatter going to hype the upcoming release.
Who doesn't need more features and real tracks and superMIDI tracks? WooHoo!
I wonder which WISH LIST requests might have made it to the new release?
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That subject had to pop sooner or later, LOL! Guessing mid July to early August timeframe. 
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This one took a looong time this year, didn't it?
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If my fading memory serves me correctly, in bygone years it would come out in time for Father's Day.
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Last year, .5 came out in early August. Of course, that is no guarantee for the schedule this year.
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OOOoookay....
Who doesn't need more features and real tracks and superMIDI tracks? WooHoo! Well to be very honest, I never need more of any of the new features . . . that is until I get them! Then I don't know how I got along without them. Later,
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I'm a new user - just a couple of years using both programs. These forums are an excellent resource. You Power Users have been a godsend to me - so here's a big thank you.
I too am eagerly awaiting what's next and/or more of the same - I think they've got us trained. But what I'd like to have most of all is a better, easier to use and less-confusing manual(s).
Both programs have too many features to be intuitive, so I have to use the manuals, and the manuals have often made my confusion worse because I can't find what I need to know at the time, the index often points me to the wrong page, or the information seems to presuppose a level of understanding of the program that I just don't have yet.
Perhaps the folks at PG could invest in you Power Users - that is, pay you - to create a short cut or best-practices manual, and/or a set of up-to-date video lessons that newbees like me could use and refer to.
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Have to agree with you on this SonnyRay and I'm a fairly old user still trying to figure out how to use these programs
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Have people noticed that there has not been a BIAB minor update since January?
Maybe, just maybe, this means that minds are focussed on a total rewrite, including a 64 bit version.
I thought this was coming in 2013, but I was proved wrong. I still think that BIAB cant keep chugging along with bits of the code programmed for windows 95, besides, Real Tracks totally transformed and improved the program, since then having LSB and MIDI reverb on the main interface makes no sense at all. There are so many ancient and historical 'anomalies' (I won't use the word bug) that regualr uses just seem to accept, I hope these can go too. Even so its so easy to just type in some chords load a RT style and go, which is all I usually do.
I do hope I am correct and a new rewrite is on the way, even so I will buy another minor update simply for more Real Tracks
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. . . what I'd like to have most of all is a better, easier to use and less-confusing manual(s).
Both programs have too many features to be intuitive, so I have to use the manuals, and the manuals have often made my confusion worse because I can't find what I need to know at the time, the index often points me to the wrong page, or the information seems to presuppose a level of understanding of the program that I just don't have yet. Sonny Ray, I have been pushing for an update of the manuals and online Help for years. (Have they added hyperlinks yet?) Absent that, I make it a point to always get the printed manual, and to make it mine by liberally penciling in adds and corrections to the woefully incomplete index. In an ideal world I'd have PG Music "stick to their knitting," i.e., do what they do best, which is making unique music-creation software, and turn the documentation over to third-party specialists. The ability to customize the menus by hiding the large number of features which I never use would, along with the addition of Rewire to BIAB and Real Band, round out my major requests. Everything else is taken care of by PG's attentiveness to other user wishes for great features I'd never think of. Welcome to the forum community. We look forward to seeing you grow and have fun with PG products! Richard
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I have to give a shout out to the overall quality that 2013 has been. It's been working great.
The BETA Testers deserve some credit here I'm sure. Thanks to PG team and BETA testers for all their extra attention to BAIB!
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Totally agree Richard. I have also suggested for years that PG have a sort of "beta test" based on the manual and help files. Experienced users could be assigned just one chapter, whatever they're most familiar with and rewrite it and submit it to PG HQ. PG could then post what they think is their best version of that chapter for testing and comments by everybody and so on until the whole thing gets completely rewritten. Then the final part of the process is creating a new index, keyword search function, etc.
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I have to give a shout out to the overall quality that 2013 has been. It's been working great.
The BETA Testers deserve some credit here I'm sure. Thanks to PG team and BETA testers for all their extra attention to BAIB! I'm sure I speak for all of the beta testers when I throe a heartfelt THANK YOU very much for saying that. There are far too many times, it seems, when posts rant about problems and blame even the beta testers for their problem, far fewer times when someone thanks us for sitting up late into the night testing, re-testing, suggesting, downloading, re-testing, cussing and discussing. Every single member of the group tries very hard to catch everything, sometimes something or other does slip through, but, believe me, that is not as bad a situation as it could have been and that's because of their dedication to duty during the testing. So thanks again! --Mac
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I have to give a shout out to the overall quality that 2013 has been. It's been working great.
The BETA Testers deserve some credit here I'm sure. Thanks to PG team and BETA testers for all their extra attention to BAIB! I'm sure I speak for all of the beta testers when I throe a heartfelt THANK YOU very much for saying that. There are far too many times, it seems, when posts rant about problems and blame even the beta testers for their problem, far fewer times when someone thanks us for sitting up late into the night testing, re-testing, suggesting, downloading, re-testing, cussing and discussing. Every single member of the group tries very hard to catch everything, sometimes something or other does slip through, but, believe me, that is not as bad a situation as it could have been and that's because of their dedication to duty during the testing. So thanks again! --Mac Hear, hear.
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I have to give a shout out to the overall quality that 2013 has been. It's been working great.
The BETA Testers deserve some credit here I'm sure. Thanks to PG team and BETA testers for all their extra attention to BAIB! I'm sure I speak for all of the beta testers when I throe a heartfelt THANK YOU very much for saying that. There are far too many times, it seems, when posts rant about problems and blame even the beta testers for their problem, far fewer times when someone thanks us for sitting up late into the night testing, re-testing, suggesting, downloading, re-testing, cussing and discussing. Every single member of the group tries very hard to catch everything, sometimes something or other does slip through, but, believe me, that is not as bad a situation as it could have been and that's because of their dedication to duty during the testing. So thanks again! --Mac Hear, hear. Did I just hear something? Seems like I just heard an unresolved third. Weird.
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Well, Bob, you ARE the fourth...
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I just walked in from a gig with BIAB (2013) and read this thread. Yes, many kudos to those beta testers. My version (so far) is solid as a rock. Sounds great with no problems. Sometimes I'll stop playing (guitar) and just listen to the rhythm section, thinking, boy, that sure does sound good, how do they do that? I don't use a fraction of all the features. I just want more improvements in the overall sound, the smoothness of the styles (no glitches), and whatever they have to do to make BIAB sound more like a real band, which really it is.
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There can never be enough gratitude expressed to the beta testers and to PG support staff so I will add yet another THANKS to the entire Team.
PG + forum support has litterally set the standard the few if any software vendors can match.
THANKS!
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PS: Not to diminish the above in ANY way...the Manual needs to be dumped and re-written.
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There can never be enough gratitude expressed to the beta testers and to PG support staff so I will add yet another THANKS to the entire Team. +1 !!!
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Band-in-a-Box 2026 Video: AI Stems & Notes - split polyphonic audio into instruments and transcribe
This video demonstrates how to use the new AI-Notes feature together with the AI-Stems splitter, allowing you to select an audio file and have it separated into individual stems while transcribing each one to its own MIDI track. AI-Notes converts polyphonic audio—either full mixes or individual instruments—into MIDI that you can view in notation or play back instantly.
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Bonus PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®
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Video: New User Interface (GUI)
Join Tobin as he takes you on a tour of the new user interface in Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®! This modern GUI redesign offers a sleek new look with updated toolbars, refreshed windows, and a smoother workflow. The brand-new side toolbar puts track selection, the MultiPicker Library, and other essential tools right at your fingertips. Plus, our upgraded Multi-View lets you layer multiple windows without overlap, giving you a highly flexible workspace. Many windows—including Tracks, Piano Roll, and more—have been redesigned for improved usability and a cleaner, more intuitive interface, and more!
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Introducing XPro Styles PAK 10 – Now Available for Windows Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 10 for Windows & Mac Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 28 RealTracks and RealDrums!
Few things are certain in life: death, taxes, and a brand spankin’ new XPro Styles PAK! In this, the 10th edition of our XPro Styles PAK series, we’ve got 100 styles coming your way! We have the classic 25 styles each from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, and rounding out this volume's wildcard slot is 25 styles in the Praise & Worship genre! A wide spanning genre, you can find everything from rock, folk, country, and more underneath its umbrella. The included 28 RealTracks and RealDrums can be used with any Band-in-a-Box® 2026 (and higher) package.
Here’s just a small sampling of what you can look forward to in XPro Styles PAK 10: Soft indie folk worship songs, bumpin’ country boogies, gospel praise breaks, hard rockin’ pop, funky disco grooves, smooth Latin jazz pop, bossa nova fusion, western swing, alternative hip-hop, cool country funk, and much more!
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Introducing Xtra Styles PAK 21 – Now Available for Windows Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Windows & Mac Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) is here with 200 brand new RealStyles!
We're excited to bring you our latest Xtra Styles PAK installment—the all new Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher)!
Rejoice, one and all, for Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box® is here! We’re serving up 200 brand spankin’ new styles to delight your musical taste buds! The first three courses are the classics you’ve come to know and love, including offerings from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, but, not to be outdone, this year’s fourth course is bro country! A wide ranging genre, you can find everything from hip-hop, uptempo outlaw country, hard hitting rock, funk, and even electronica, all with that familiar bro country flair. The dinner bell has been rung, pickup up Xtra Styles PAK 21 today!
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Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 21 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
Introducing XPro Styles PAK 10 – Now Available for Mac Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 10 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 28 RealTracks and RealDrums!
Few things are certain in life: death, taxes, and a brand spankin’ new XPro Styles PAK! In this, the 10th edition of our XPro Styles PAK series, we’ve got 100 styles coming your way! We have the classic 25 styles each from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, and rounding out this volume's wildcard slot is 25 styles in the Praise & Worship genre! A wide spanning genre, you can find everything from rock, folk, country, and more underneath its umbrella. The included 28 RealTracks and RealDrums can be used with any Band-in-a-Box® 2026 (and higher) package.
Here’s just a small sampling of what you can look forward to in XPro Styles PAK 10: Soft indie folk worship songs, bumpin’ country boogies, gospel praise breaks, hard rockin’ pop, funky disco grooves, smooth Latin jazz pop, bossa nova fusion, western swing, alternative hip-hop, cool country funk, and much more!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 10 are on sale for only $29 ea (Reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of XPro Styles PAKs.
Video: XPro Styles PAK 10 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Box® 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
Introducing Xtra Styles PAK 21 – Now Available for Mac Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) is here with 200 brand new RealStyles!
We're excited to bring you our latest Xtra Styles PAK installment—the all new Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher)!
Rejoice, one and all, for Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box® is here! We’re serving up 200 brand spankin’ new styles to delight your musical taste buds! The first three courses are the classics you’ve come to know and love, including offerings from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, but, not to be outdone, this year’s fourth course is bro country! A wide ranging genre, you can find everything from hip-hop, uptempo outlaw country, hard hitting rock, funk, and even electronica, all with that familiar bro country flair. The dinner bell has been rung, pickup up Xtra Styles PAK 21 today!
In this PAK you’ll discover: Energetic folk rock, raucous train beats, fast country boogies, acid jazz grooves, laid-back funky jams, a bevy of breezy jazz waltzes, calm electro funk, indie synth pop, industrial synth metal, and more bro country than could possibly fit in the back of a pickup truck!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 21 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 21 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of the Xtra Styles PAK 21.
Video: Xtra Styles PAK 21 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 21 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
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