|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59
Enthusiast
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59 |
Hi again All
Have everything up and running again like it should (thats the GOOD thing). But now since it's been so long that I have been down without my DAW and PTPA, I have forgotten how to do certain things in PTPA (that's the BAD thing).
I had lost all of my music files on my old DAW's second HDD when it fried, and now once again re-created my project song on BIAB and have created a midi file with the drums on seperate tracks and opened it up in PTPA (16 midi tracks all OK).
What I don't remember how to do is to convert each of those individual midi tracks into stereo wave tracks (audio) so I can mix/master and record a couple of vocal tracks added as well.
I have done it before but Darn if I can remember how I did it?!?
Again as always, any help is appreciated.
---Larry
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,122
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,122 |
Larry........in the audio menu you'll see several options export, merge etc. If you want to convert each one to audio so you can add effects you can right click on the data in the track and auto convert to audio or wav.
Hope this helps
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502 |
The way you do it depends on what type of device you are using for the MIDI synth.
What are you using for your MIDI output?
--Mac
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59 |
Thanks Toucher and Mac,
Mac, I have Midi Output driver set to Delta AP Midi and have Re-Route Midi playback to default Dxi Synth ticked and set to VSC Dxi.
---Larry
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502 |
With the VSC DXi you can do fast Rendering
File -> Wave Files -> Merge...
If you mute all but one track, then only that track gets "merged".
Repeat for other tracks as needed.
There are other ways, this is what I do when using VSC DXi synth.
--Mac
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,672
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,672 |
Another quick way to do this, if you have PTPA v12, just right click on the MIDI track, choose "select whole track", right click again, and select "Auto Convert Individual MIDI Track to Audio Track". You will then be asked for a destination track and it will use your default DXi synth to create the audio track. But as Mac said, you have to have a DXi (or VSTi) synth for this to work.
John Laptop-HP Omen I7 Win11Pro 32GB 2x2TB, 1x4TB SSD Desktop-ASUS-I7 Win10Pro 32GB 2x1.5TB, 2x2TB, 1x4TB SATA BB2025/UMC404HD/Casios/Cakewalk/Reaper/Studio One/MixBus/Notion/Finale/Dorico/Noteworthy/NI/Halion/IK http://www.sus4chord.com
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59 |
Thanks Guys!!
I have PTPA 11, so did it probably the longway ( as Mac said above) but all in all got the job done by saving each track (wave file) to a new folder (16 files) and then opened PTPA, File>New and imported stereo wave file to each track individually down thru track 16. Then save entire song as .SEQ file in PTPA. Seems to have worked quite well.
Thanks again for all the help!
You Guys Rock!!
---Larry
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 10,193
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 10,193 |
Larry,
I have to wonder something. You have your MIDI set to the Delta AP ins and outs. You have a Yamaha PSR-550. In my opinion, that will have a much better sound than the Roland VSC will. So, I ask you, why have you got the MIDI output set to the VSC DXi? The Sweet and Cool sounds from the Yamaha are wonderful sounds, and even though the keyboard is a bit dated, it's still a very viable keyboard, and substantially more versatile than the VSC DXi.
Now, I will admit that using the DXi is very nice for fast rendering songs, since you'd need to record each individual track one at a time using the Yamaha, but then I have to do that with my Korg, too. It's kind of the way it is, if you want the best sounds. But, using the VSC, you're limited to the sounds that are in that, and not able to use the sounds of the Yamaha.
I'm sorry, but to me, that just doesn't make any sense whatsoever.
Gary
I'm blessed watching God do what He does best. I've had a few rough years, and I'm still not back to where I want to be, but I'm on the way and things are looking far better now than what they were!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 1,696
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 1,696 |
Hi All - I am a Yamaha sound user and I do have to render the XG sounds the long way. Generally I check between the GM/GS sounds and XG to see which I prefer then load the VSC for rendering if I like the available GM voice better.
A little less convenient but what the heck - quality not speed is the issue. I agree with Gary - it's a shame to leave the Yamaha voices on the sidelines for convenience sake. How nice to have two choices.
Cheers
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2000
Posts: 38,502 |
That and the fact that the Yamaha sounds very likely will blow the VSC DXi's sounds into the river...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 59 |
Well Guys, I guess I can only claim ignorance as the reason, as I still claim to be a newbie to all of this.
Was just following the advice from past postings that I should set the re-route midi output to the DXi synth. So thats what I did and have not experimented with any other options as at least this has seemed to work (allowing me to hear my songs). Will admit I know almost nothing about Midi, GM, GS, XG, or any other letter combos that are thrown at me, LOL. Just an old time analog audio guy from way back using an old Tascam 246(kept eating tapes) prior to trying PTPA and BiaB.
Maybe someday I'll figure this all out (hopefully before I croak!). That would be sweet!.
Thanks again to eveyone for all the help! (past and present)
Larry
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
PowerTracks Pro Audio
|
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 10,193
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 10,193 |
Larry,
Do yourself a favor and invest in some 'for Dummies' books. For instance, to start out, Home Recording for Musicians For Dummies
It will take you through diverse topics such as:
Anatomy of a Home Studio
The Right Set Up for You
Getting Connected: Setting Up your studio
MIDI and Electronic Instruments
Multitrack Recording
Mixing your music
Mastering your Music
Then, there's another one, PC Recording Studio for Dummies
With chapters like
Discovering what you need.
Setting up your recording space
Choosing COmputer Components
Examining Audio Components
Connecting your Hardware
Understanding Computer Recording Software
Getting a Great Sound Source
Recording and Editing Audio
Using MIDI
Exploring Software Synthesizers (which is what the DXi/VSTis are)
Both of those books will help make your understanding of recording at home a lot easier, and when you go through the forums, and you read where someone is doing something, where before you may not have understood it, you now will be able to go back and look at it with a glimmer of understanding. You may not know WHY, but at least you'll know WHAT, and that is the first step on the road to understanding.
Gary
I'm blessed watching God do what He does best. I've had a few rough years, and I'm still not back to where I want to be, but I'm on the way and things are looking far better now than what they were!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: VST3 Plugin Support
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® now includes support for VST3 plugins, alongside VST and AU. Use them with MIDI or audio tracks for even more creative possibilities in your music production.
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Macs®: VST3 Plugin Support
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: Using VST3 Plugins
Join the conversation on our forum.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac Videos
With the release of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac, we’re rolling out a collection of brand-new videos on our YouTube channel. We’ll also keep this forum post updated so you can easily find all the latest videos in one convenient spot.
From overviews of new features and walkthroughs of the 202 new RealTracks, to highlights of XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAKs 18, the 2025 49-PAK, and in-depth tutorials — you’ll find everything you need to explore what’s new in Band-in-a-Box® 2025.
Reference this forum post for One-Stop Shopping of our Band-in-a-Box® 2025 Mac Videos — we’ll be adding more videos as they’re released!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac is here, packed with major new features and an incredible collection of available new content! This includes 202 RealTracks (in Sets 449-467), plus 20 bonus Unreleased RealTracks in the 2025 49-PAK. There are new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 4, two new sets of “RealDrums Stems,” XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAK 19, and more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac with savings of up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special—available until July 31, 2025! Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
2025 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
We've packed our Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK with some incredible Add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is automatically included with most Band-in-a-Box® for Mac 2025 packages, but for even more Add-ons (including 20 Unreleased RealTracks!) upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for only $49. You can see the full lists of items in each package, and listen to demos here.
If you have any questions, feel free to connect with us directly—we’re here to help!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 Italian Version is Here!
Cari amici
È stata aggerate la versione in Italiano del programma più amato dagli appassionati di musica, il nostro Band-in-a-Box.
Questo è il link alla nuova versione 2025.
Di seguito i link per scaricare il pacchetti di lingua italiana aggiornati per Band-in-a-Box e RealBand, anche per chi avesse già comprato la nuova versione in inglese.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 - Italiano
RealBand 2025 - Italiano
Band-in-a-Box 2025 French Version is Here!
Bonjour à tous,
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 pour Windows est disponible en Français.
Le téléchargement se fait à partir du site PG Music
Pour ceux qui auraient déjà acheté la version 2025 de Band-in-a-Box (et qui donc ont une version anglaise), il est possible de "franciser" cette version avec les patchs suivants:
BIAB 2025 - francisation
RealBand 2025 - francisation
Voilà, enjoy!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 German Version is Here!
Update Your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 to Build 1128 for Windows Today!
Already using Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 1128 now from our Support Page to enjoy the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.
Stay up to date—get the latest update now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics84,317
Posts777,654
Members39,617
| |
Most Online25,754
Jan 24th, 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean