|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13
Newbie
|
OP
Newbie
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13 |
http://www.pgmusic.com/ubbthreads/images/icons/confused.gifI use both a USB keyboard and an AKAI EWI-USB MIDI input devices in other MIDI based products with no problem. The keyboard works well in BIAB. But my wind controller is not recognized as an input device. The EWI uses MIDI over USB protocols just as my Roland SC-8820 tone module. No problem with the SC-8820! BIAB does recognise the EWI (Electronic wind Instrument) as and output device. Any thoughts on how I can get this to work??
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 27
Enthusiast
|
|
Enthusiast
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 27 |
Does your EWI show up in the Audio Midi Setup application in your utilities folder?
If not, you'll have to rescan devices
Thor
Tampa, FL
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 335
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 335 |
Quote:
http://www.pgmusic.com/ubbthreads/images/icons/confused.gif
I use both a USB keyboard and an AKAI EWI-USB MIDI input devices in other MIDI based products with no problem.
The keyboard works well in BIAB. But my wind controller is not recognized as an input device.
The EWI uses MIDI over USB protocols just as my Roland SC-8820 tone module. No problem with the SC-8820!
BIAB does recognise the EWI (Electronic wind Instrument) as and output device.
Any thoughts on how I can get this to work??
Output device? Why would you want to set it up as an Output device? Or do you mean input device?
If you have it configured in Audio/Midi correctly, then you'd just need to select it in the Midi setup for BinaB.....though I hope they really straighten out that part of the program....it is so.....retro.....
Musician, Polymath, Google Jedi, Apple Master, Windows Wrangler and Digital Wizard. High ratings in Nerd-fu & Geek-fu.
M1 Mac Mini, MacBook Pro Touchbar 15", Intel 27" iMac, M1 Mac Mini
https://musician.social/@ericdano
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13
Newbie
|
|
OP
Newbie
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13 |
Sure does. I use LOGIC Studio and can create a strip that recognizes the EWI-USB and its Garritan Aria interface with no problem. 
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13
Newbie
|
|
OP
Newbie
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13 |
I do not want the EWI to be used as an output device.
I just wanted to mention that while BIAB does not recognize the EWI-USB as an input device, it does recognize it as an output device.
And that does not make any sense.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116 |
Hey, I've got the same EWI and the same problem. Have you figured out how to fix it?
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116 |
Hey, my AKAI EWI USB still doesn't work with BIAB. Shame because I can't use it to play melodies into BIAB. Anyone fix this or know how to set it up?
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116 |
After downgrading my system back to 10.5.8, I can play melodies into BIAB. HOWEVER, I STILL don't see that as a choice under midi input in the midi menu.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 812
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 812 |
Hey guys,
Can you update me on the status of getting your EWI USB to be seen by BIAB as an Input?
I did find out that you must have the EWI checked in both INPUT & OUTPUT in Aria. This didn't make sense to me, as I was sure I didn't need to worry about the output.
This is a BIG dealbreaker for me if I can't use the EWI USB with Snow Leopard and BIAB.
Thanks,
Ed
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711
PG Music Staff
|
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711 |
Hi,
Are you sure you have set it up in the Audio MIDI Setup window? To get there, go to /Applications/Utilities/Audio MIDI Setup (or you can choose the menu option in Band-in-a-Box). You should see a MIDI interface icon there, that is connected to an "external device" with a cable. You would just need the one cable going from the output on the device to the input on the interface. Click the Test Setup button, and play your controller. If that doesn't do anything or if you don't see an interface there at all, then perhaps you have to install software from the manufacturer.
If you get it configured properly there, open Band-in-a-Box and you should be able to choose the input in the CoreMIDI-choose ports dialog. (If Band-in-a-Box was open and you made a change in the Audio MIDI Setup window, quite and restart the program.
Andrew
PG Music Inc.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 812
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 812 |
Hey guys,
Looking for any update on these EWI USB issues? Andrews post is right on the money, but I'm wondering if anyone now has the EWI seen as a proper input, midi wise?
Thanks,
Ed
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13
Newbie
|
|
OP
Newbie
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 13 |
Hi Ed And Andrew
I am an advanced user of BIAB and Logic Studio. As has been said previously there is no issue running the EWI-USB in logic... Not one Issue!
This is not the case with BIAB. I bet Andrew has not tried hooking up an actual Akai EWI-USB, have you Andrew. I know I can't.
BIAB will not recognize the EWI as a proper input… Period! If the EWI operates with other systems but not BIAB, then BIAB is at fault.
Garritan can't help with this as it is a PG Music issue. Listen, I've been a BIAB user when it ran under MS-DOS.
I love BIAB but you people need to support the MAC crowd somewhat better than you have in the past.
Yes, MAC's have only 5% of the entire market, but that is still millions upon millions of users. Users that are heavily concentrated in the Arts, many very seriously so.
For example I write movie scores. We need some help here.
Bob Rutkas
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 812
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 812 |
A BIG +1 to Bob's post above!! We need to get this working in BIAB. I have tried every method I can find, I have also downloaded programs that claim to provide a software midi input, etc. Nothing I have tried so far is working. I would love to use my EWI USB with Biab live on my gigs, but at this point I just cannot make it work.
Since the EWI does show up as a valid input for both Logic, Pro Tools 8 and Sibelius, why will it NOT show up in BIAB? Pulling my hair out here, not much left.....so an answer from the Techs at PG would be very welcome right now.
Thanks,
Ed
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711
PG Music Staff
|
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711 |
Hi, Quote:
Since the EWI does show up as a valid input for both Logic, Pro Tools 8 and Sibelius, why will it NOT show up in BIAB?
I don't know, but can someone post a screenshot of their CoreAudioMIDI Setup window, or email a screenshot, or describe it.
(I realize you probably have it set up correctly, but haven't seen that confirmed in this thread).
Andrew
PG Music Inc.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 8,333
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 8,333 |
I am also never at fault. Stuff is not my fault.
It's everyone's elses problem. I spent 3 weeks to make my TC Helicon Voicelive to work.
I should have dissed the software. Works fine now that I understand the thing.
One must describe the entire process you are using, including midi port,input device, output devices, midi instruments in the chain, and what the output from the midi monitor shows. And what midi settings one is using. So, in short, there are a lot of variables. One must at first eliminate I.O. errors. If you don't know what I.Ol means, well figure it out....
Oh and by the way, once this Idiot Operator figured out what I was doing wrong, it worked just fine....
John Conley
Musica est vita
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116 |
uhh, the previous by john is almost in coherent to me. Dude, you're supposed to be helping people in this forum, not adding to the confusion!
I would like to report that also my Akai EWI USB is not working inside BIAB. I don't know how to do screen shots in here, but I can tell you that it works just fine as an input device in Finale, Logic Express and Garage Band. In the end, I cannot play melodies into BIAB.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 2,610
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 2,610 |
You may have to record your backing tracks into another program, such as Reaper, and then play your EWI USB into that. This was discussed at length at www.patchmanmusic.com/forum/ One person out of many was able to get his EWI to work at the same time with BIAB and he really didn't know how he did it. Most were trying just to get BIAB and the EWI to to play together and only one or the other would play. Later, Ray
Asus Q500A i7 Win 10 64 bit 8GB ram 750 HD 15.5" touch screen, BIAB 2017, Casio PX 5s, Xw P1, Center Point Stereo SS V3 and EWI 4000s.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711
PG Music Staff
|
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711 |
Quote:
I don't know how to do screen shots in here
You could just send it as an attachment to support@pgmusic.com. Command+Shift+4 is an easy way to get the screenshot.
Andrew
PG Music Inc.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 116 |
Ok, I'll post any pics you want. What do you want to see?
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711
PG Music Staff
|
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: May 2002
Posts: 7,711 |
Thanks - just a screenshot of the CoreAudio MIDI Setup window...
Andrew
PG Music Inc.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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
Band-in-a-Box 2026 Video: The Newly Designed Piano Roll Window
In this video, we explore the updated Piano Roll, complete with a modernized look and exciting new features. You’ll see new filtering options that make it easy to focus on specific note groups, smoother and more intuitive note entry and editing, and enhanced options for zooming, looping, and more.
Watch the video.
You can see all the 2026 videos on our forum!
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.
Watch the video.
You can see all the 2026 videos on our forum!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums57
Topics85,936
Posts797,927
Members39,986
| |
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