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I was just visiting the MakeMusic site to see about information regarding the new release of Finale (which itself will be 64-bit now - previously it was only 32-bit). As a result of doing so, there are several features that won't make it into (at least the initial) 64-bit release. FROM THE NEXT VERSION OF FINALE PRESS RELEASEMany of you have asked when the next version of Finale will be released. Today I’m glad to report we plan to make it available by late summer, 2016. With this release we are fully committed to streamlining and modernizing Finale’s codebase. We do this to improve performance, maintain compatibility with future operating systems, and to set the stage for future improvements. In the process, it has become necessary to remove old code – and corresponding functionality – that slows down this progress. This is something we never do lightly or without significant user feedback and a close eye on usage data. Our ultimate goal is to provide music creators with the best tool possible. With that in mind, here are the items that won’t be in the next version of Finale: - Movie Window – As I mentioned in this previous post, we’ve replaced the Movie Window with ReWire support, allowing users to take advantage of the superior video support found in programs like Digital Performer, ProTools and Logic.
- Mirror Tool and Tempo Tool – Please note that Finale continues to offer multiple ways to control tempo, and that older files with mirrored measures can easily be converted to regular notes and rests.
- Plug-ins – Discontinued plug-ins include Band-in-a-Box Auto-Harmonizing, Count Items and Classic Eighth Beams. While technical issues prevented us from updating the auto-harmonizing plug-in to the 64-bit world, we do plan to revisit this functionality in some form in the future.
- Compact Disc installer – Because many new computers no longer have CD ROM drives, we’ve switched to a USB stick (in addition to offering a download option).
- Scanning – When we offered a preview of our plans to modernize this feature, we sparked a larger discussion about rights. Musicians from all walks of life – from individuals to major publishers – expressed concern over the publishing consequences that could result from significantly improved scanning technology. We take rights very seriously. We explored enhanced restrictions as a possible solution, but ultimately decided that any restriction has the potential for abuse. Instead, we’ve decided to refocus this technology for the future and apply it in such a way that it can be stretched and pushed while simultaneously safeguarding musicians’ rights. While we’re eager to share more on this, the next Finale will not include scanning capabilities. Learn more.
- Support for older Mac operating systems – OS X 10.10 or higher will be required.
I could be wrong, but my guess is the reason BIAB auto-harmonizing won't make it in is because the code is 32-bit.
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Man !, my heart goes out to you, I mention 64bit once http://www.pgmusic.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=327412and copped so much negativity that I gave up ! "modernizing Finale’s codebase" !!!!!! You are a very game Man quoting that here  Good luck and wish you all the best.
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pipeline,
i remember your thread.
I remember your take was not primarily 32 vs 64 but how biab would "get less errors and run smoother" were it written in c or c++ than delphi.
As a professional software developer (C, C++, C#, but specifically NOT Delphi) I chimed because I believe that language alone has little bearing on the quality of product.
Bad code can be written well in almost any language.
Programming is easy, good ideas are difficult.
I believe you got flamed (at least by me) because of the statement I reference in quotes above, not 32 vs 64 bit specifically
So you know,
I do believe a 64 bit implementation of biab in the future could be more advantageous because of exactly the reason presented in this thread.
But the language doesn't really matter.
Perhaps someone will create a 64 bit Fortran and we can all maximize our productivity!
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"As a professional software developer..the language doesn't really matter." !
It's all over the net, it's the bleeding obvious, it's just here people are in denial and if you seem to be knocking their beloved biab they are down on you like a ton of bricks, not "oh maybe this guy is trying to make it better we won't attack him, we will chime in and encourage"
That's what I'm talking about, where's the encouragement ?
"As I said before I tried to get interest in a new real band in a box C++ that is easily transferred at the same time for Mac OS X as other DAW's have a win and mac version in the same language that are identical and released at the same time, instead of spending one part of the year programming the win version in one language then another part of the year programming the mac version in another language to be released at different times with different features. "
I'm still waiting on that list of DAW's that use Delphi, being just as good n all.
That's why It's great to do beta testing with other DAW's because they fix and add features overnight, not, OH sorry we can't do that because of the bitmaps.
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me thinks thou does protest too much.
no personal attacks- merely trying to remind you of what you said.
As I said, I see the future in 64bit architecture.
I just don't see the language chosen for the implementation will by itself guarantee success, failure, or even "get less errors and run smoother".
get over it.
lets move on.
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Hmmm. Pipeline, you really need to make sure you include the full context of your quote. Your post you referred to above opened with the line: I was looking @ the programming language of band in a box & real band they use delphi if they changed to c++ would get less errors and run smoother. They seems very outdated - looking on google most audio applications use c++ with better gui's and less bugs.I don't think there was much objection to a 64 bit version, in fact I think there was absolutely none. I think the concern was to rewrite BiaB in a different language, which was exactly what you had suggested, and not what you now mentioned above. My comments were accompanied with real-world evidence of the problems caused when one undertakes such an exercise. I tried to send you a PM on this to explain in detail, but you have blocked senders from sending you PM's.
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I was probably one of the ones who said language was not the issue and I still believe it is not! In fact, if the PG team is fluent in Delphi forcing them to change to C/C++/C# or whatever would certainly cost them a year or more of progress! I'd agree if you are building a new application from the ground up in 2016 you probably would not start with Delphi but sometimes you have to work with what you have!
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John I like and respect you and we've never stepped on each other, that I remember (?) but I see you are starting the Xmas pot-stirring early this year I'm a Make Music and Finale customer. However, the last few "upcoming" announcements, not this one in particular, have been a little "off putting" to me - remains to be seen if I move "up." I have no real need to move up, for me it would just more buying upgrades to buy upgrades (plus you lose the PDF part that I mentioned here before somewhere) Remember, the whole 64-bit ONLY "re-design" is a Make Music business decision (more labor cost economics - then technically driven) but lot's of other 64 bit DAW and music application makers have 32-bit reach back, Sonar, Reaper, Acoustica, Steinberg, etc.) I DELETED the rest of that thought OK I'm convinced, I'm all in, I retract all previous 64 bit resistance (I'm a Borg now) : Attention Dr. Gannon and PG, I recommend you follow Make Music's lead and make a clean break: go 100% 64-bit and have ZERO 32-bit plug-in, add-in, or other 32-bit "look back" support of ANY kind (can't wait to read posts after PG release's a 64 bit only set of programs, "and good times were had by all" or at least me. I could then sit back, with my nightly Scotch, and read folks here whining, after the fact, about why BIAB is still only 16 tracks, or why "MIDI music quality" didn't' "go up," or why RT's aren't 2X better, or why BIAB can't do real time sampling and have supporting sample editing with built-in zero crossover sample accurate editing, or why BIAB can't create a song using random loop splicing and do it in tune and in tempo, or other useful "metrics." Actually PG, in fairness to the 99%, (let me wipe the vomit from my mouth) just make all your code open source. The added benefit would be the real coding experts can get in there and fix it all. ===== PLEASE PG - "it's just software," "its only a few lines of code," "just use this new development environment to recompile" (it will take care of all case development and debugging - you can go off and get drunk at Canada day, while it works), like the King said "et cetera, et cetera, et cetera" I PROMISE - NO MORE ON THIS TOPIC BY ME EVER (until 128- bit) Larry
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For the record: John ONLY the first line was directly directed to you the rest was an "open letter" sort of reply John I like and respect you and we've never stepped on each other, that I remember (?) but I see you are starting the Xmas pot-stirring early this year .... Larry
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So, JFord, how's the weather where you're at? Enjoying a nice beer? It's great here, it was pretty warm earlier in the week but it's perfect now.
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I still don't understand the reason why PGMusic must move to C++. There is too much overhead with this language. In my opinion there is too much overhead with Delphi also. If you're good you can use Assembler to write object oriented code. Lots of coding but fewer compiler errors -- there is no compiler. But I understand the reason to go to 64bit software and the reason not to tackle this task for the time being. I also understand that the pressure to go to 64 will increase. Many reasons to remain at the status quo are obvious with the current file structure of and the compatibility back to the first files created by Band-in-a-Box. I'm positive that PGMusic will take that leap as soon as there are some legacy problems solved. Also I suspect that Windows 11 will not support any software that is less than 64-bit. Microsoft is a master in wiping out work time of its users. Other than that, today rain is repeatedly turned on and off here; the temperature is fair. Later on I will be barbequeing some saddle of lamb, at that time drinking some Flensburger beer, and enjoying it with some French red wine for dinner.
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I have been an advocate of 64 bit BiaB for quite awhile. I think it is time to change to 64 bit or be left in the dust. It is also time to give up on DX and go to VST like the rest of the world has done. I could give a rodent's rump what language BiaB is written in as long as it works! Just my thoughts. .....
Other than that, today rain is repeatedly turned on and off here; the temperature is fair. Later on I will be barbequeing some saddle of lamb, at that time drinking some Flensburger beer, and enjoying it with some French red wine for dinner. We are in a serious drought here with many days over 90F/32C. We need really need rain and quickly, otherwise our farmer's crops are in real danger. Tonight I will be grilling burgers on my charcoal grill and drinking a couple of Budweiser beers.
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GH,
imo,there is no reason to migrate the biab code base from Delphi to C++. it would cost millions and the migration alone will guarantee no improvement.
64bit may be another matter but it appears Delphi has that under control
I doubt seriously we will see a great migration back to Assembler.
That's just my opinion.
Its very hot here.
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The water temp is perfect.
I have one side of a blueline tilefish left in the fridge to broil later.
Aubergine with tomatoes & basil, Arugula salad.
Gin Martini for cocktail and white wine with the fish.
A little C# code to write this afternoon.
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Gin Martini for cocktail and white wine with the fish.
A little C# code to write this afternoon.
Drool...... Make sure you syntax check the C# code, especially after those cocktails. Checking: What !! ??, was that what I actually wanted the program to do....? 
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Delphi is fine. That's not the problem.
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I doubt seriously we will see a great migration back to Assembler.
That's just my opinion.
Today's computers are too fast and memory is too cheap for going back to Assembler. But: It sure would improve loading time of the program -- if the programmer is worth his/her salt.
I have one side of a blueline tilefish left in the fridge to broil later.
... Arugula salad.
You made me look-up these words: blueline tilefish and arugula (and Honda Element). We don't have the fish and the car, but we do have rucola (Italian) or Rauke (German). Btw: the lamb was delicious. Meanwhile the sun is nearing sundown. It's about 9 p.m. here, sundown time is 21:19 in my area according to Google. Enjoy you meals and drinks and company -- whatever may apply.
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Delphi is fine. That's not the problem.
Yes, that is exactly right, in a nutshell. The 64-bit version might hopefully happen, but the rewrite in another language, well, don't worry, that'll never happen.
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So, JFord, how's the weather where you're at? Enjoying a nice beer? It's great here, it was pretty warm earlier in the week but it's perfect now. Bob - I wasn't expecting to turn this into a popcorn munching event, and I am actually ready to get a beer to wash down the popcorn. Went to the beach yesterday (it's nice to be able to go anytime, since we're on the Gulf Coast) and really enjoyed the weather and the water. I would love to see PG products go to 64-bit, and was saddened to see a collaborative effort between companies going away (at least temporarily). But I'm not here to demand they do it; just pointing out when I notice something of interest and concerned about the ramifications. It's a business decision for PG Music to make and I'm pretty sure it will happen. They successfully navigated from 16-bit to 32-bit, so I'm pretty sure they'll make it to 64-bit. Sooner, however, just means more interoperability between PG Products and other applications that have already made the jump. I pointed to Finale (which I know for many is a love/hate relationship), but the argument could be that they're not there yet either (but getting there). Going 64-bit definitely opens up the computer to run the applications in the proper memory space provided by a 64-bit operating system. Okay, back to munching popcorn. Where's that beer?
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Bottom line, the day will come when we'll make a 64 bit version, it’s getting closer, but the main reason for it is that's what the customers want (and the future is 64 bit) as opposed to some technical reason that will make things faster. The transition from 16 bit to 32 bit was a totally different story - huge advantages.
How many of you guys here have the Mac version or are you just looking from your Windows perspective only. If it is re-written it will it will get less errors and run smoother, how far back does the code go, it uses 8.3 In 2025-2050 will it still be in Delphi, will there still be Delphi programmers around ? When RealBand.app is released on the Mac will it be Delphi ? The bullet has to be bitten sooner or later. All the opposition is just from fear of change, don't fear it embrace it
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Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac® today for as little as $49! Check out the Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all available purchase options.
Learn more about the Free Bonus PAK and 49-PAK here.
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202 New RealTracks Released with Band-in-a-Box 2026!
With Band-in-a-Box® 2026, we've released 202 incredible new RealTracks (in sets 468-488) in a variety of genres—featuring your most requested styles!
Jazz, Funk & World (Sets 468-475):
Our new jazz, funk & blues RealTracks include a groovin’ collection of RealTracks and RealDrums! These include more requested “soul jazz” RealTracks featuring artists Neil Swainson (bass), Charles Treadway (organ), Brent Mason (guitar), and Wes Little (drums). There are new “smooth jazz” styles (4), which include a RealTracks first: muted trumpet, as well as slick new smooth jazz brushes options for drums. Blues lovers will be thrilled—there are more “classic acoustic blues” styles, including guitar (5), bass (4), and drums (10) with blues master Colin Linden, featuring understated and tasty background acoustic soloing, plus brushes drums and acoustic bass. There are also new electric blues RealTracks, including electric blues with PG favorite Johnny Hiland (3) and soulful electric slide guitar from Colin Linden (4). If you love funk & gospel, there are great new options this year, including gospel organ (3) from Charles Treadway, as well as new funk, tango, and rock ’n’ roll drums (3) and bass (1). And for big, bold arrangements, we have uptempo soul horns (4) featuring a three-part hip horn section with options for a full mix or stems of each individual horn — plus an accompanying rhythm section (4) of drums, bass, guitar, and electric piano!
Rock & Pop (Sets 476–482):
Our new rock & pop RealTracks bring a powerful mix of requested favorites, fresh genres, and modern chart-inspired styles! We have more of our popular “Producer Layered Acoustic Guitars (15)” featuring Band-in-a-Box favorite Brent Mason. We’ve continued our much-requested disco styles (10), and added new Celtic guitar (5) with a more basic, accessible approach than our previous Drop-D or DADGAD offerings. There are also highly requested yacht rock styles (17), inspired by the smooth, polished soft-rock sound of the late ’70s and early ’80s — laid-back grooves, silky electric pianos, warm textures, elegant harmonic movement, and pristine production aesthetics. Fans of heavier styles will love our new glam metal (13), capturing the flashy, high-energy sound of ’80s arena-ready guitar rock. We also have a set of rootsy modern-folk rock (18), with a warm, organic sound combining contemporary folk textures and driving acoustic strumming. And we’ve added lots of new modern pop styles (16) — the kinds of sounds you’re hearing on the radio today, featuring exciting new drums, synths, and cutting-edge RealTracks arrangements.
Country, & Americana (Sets 483–488):
Our new country & Americana RealTracks deliver a rich collection of acoustic, electric, and roots-inspired styles! We have new country pop (9) with legendary guitarist Brent Mason. There is also a potpourri (14) of bouzouki, guitars, banjo, and more, perfect for adding texture and character to contemporary acoustic arrangements. We’ve added funky country guitar (5) with PG favorite Brent Mason, along with classic pedal steel styles (5) featuring steel great Doug Jernigan. There are more country songwriter styles (8) that provide intimate, rootsy foundations for storytelling and modern Americana writing. Finally, we have “background soloing” acoustic guitar (12) with Brent Mason — simpler, but still very tasty acoustic lines designed to sit beautifully behind vocals or act as a subtle standalone solo part.
Check out all the 202 new RealTracks (in sets 468-488)!
And, if you are looking for more, the 2026 49-PAK (for $49) includes an impressive collection of 20 bonus RealTracks, featuring exciting and inspiring additions to add to your RealTracks library. You'll get new country-rhythm guitar styles from PG Music favorites Johnny Hiland and Brent Mason, along with modern-pop grooves that capture today’s radio-ready sound! There are also new indie-folk styles with guitar, bass, 6-string bass used as a high-chording instrument, acoustic guitar, and banjo. Plus, dedicated "cymbal fills" RealDrums provide an added layer that work very well with low-key folky styles with other percussion.
The 2026 49-PAK is loaded with other great new add-ons as well. Learn more about the 2026 49-PAK!
2026 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac®!
With your version 2026 for Mac Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition or PlusPAK purchase, we'll include a Bonus PAK full of great new Add-ons for FREE! Or upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for only $49 to receive even more NEW Add-ons including 20 additional RealTracks!
These PAKs are loaded with additional add-ons to supercharge your Band-in-a-Box®!
This Free Bonus PAK includes:
- The 2026 RealCombos Booster PAK:
-For Pro customers, this includes 27 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For MegaPAK customers, this includes 25 new RealTracks and 23 new RealStyles.
-For UltraPAK customers, this includes 12 new RealStyles.
- MIDI Styles Set 92: Look Ma! More MIDI 15: Latin Jazz
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 46: Piano & Organ
- Instrumental Studies Set 24: Groovin' Blues Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 19: Songs with Vocals 9
- Playable RealTracks Set 5
- RealDrums Stems Set 9: Cool Brushes
- SynthMaster Sounds Set 1 (with audio demos)
- iOS Android Band-in-a-Box® App
Looking for more great add-ons, then upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49 and you'll get:
- 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums with 20 RealStyle.
- FLAC Files (lossless audio files) for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums
- MIDI Styles Set 93: Look Ma! More MIDI 16: SynthMaster
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 47: More SynthMaster
- Instrumental Studies 25 - Soul Jazz Guitar Soloing
- Artist Performance Set 20: Songs with Vocals 10
- RealDrums Stems Set 10: Groovin' Sticks
- SynthMaster Sounds & Styles Set 2 (sounds & styles with audio demos)
Learn more about the Bonus PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Mac®!
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