|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Does anyone else have this problem with BIAB 2016 for Mac?
Most times, when I try to render a song, all tracks, except drums, quit before the end of the song. Even when I've rendered individual tracks by dragging and dropping the same thing happens.
I'm rendering to Logic Pro X.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Ian,
I interpret your post to stay that you are trying to drag and drop all tracks and individual tracks directly into Logic Pro. Is my interpretation correct?
Have you tried using the render dialogue that's found under the Audio menu item? This will render tracks to a folder? The tracks can then be loaded manually into Logic Pro via the Logic Pro menus.
If you haven't tried the above, it would be worth doing so to see if the problem persists.
Regards,
Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Yes rendering to a folder is the first way I do it. Then when I find the rendered tracks aren't complete I have tried dragging them individually with the same result.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Thanks for the extra information, Ian. Now I understand a bit better. That's most strange. Some questions that spring to mind are... 1. Does this happen with all songs? 2. How far short of the end does the rendering stop (e.g. 2, bars, 10 bars, 1 bar etc)? 3. Do you any special rendering settings? 4. Is the BIAB 2-bar ending activated (4-bars for Realtracks) or do you use your own custom made ending? (The ending settings are found under Song Settings.) Regards, Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Thanks for the interest Noel. In answer to your questions:
1. 90% of the songs have this problem.
2. Usually about halfway through the song. The weird thing is that drums are never affected. They play right through.
3. I have no special rendering settings. All the files are rendered as .aif files
4. I never use the BIAB endings. All my songs have custom made endings.
Thanks again.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Ian, As a test... Download the file "test render 1.sgu" and see if that renders properly for you. Generate the song and let it play through once before rending. HERE IS THE LINKDid the song play through alright prior to rendering? Did the song render satisfactorily? Lastly, a another question that springs to mind. When you create a song file, do you always start it from scratch using the "File | New" option? (It occurred to me that because you use your own endings, you might be using an existing song file as a starting point for making a new song file.) Regards, Noel = = = = = = For your reference, here is how I created the file. 1. Under the File menu, select "New". 2. Create a 16 bar song using some basic chord progression. 3. Set the number of choruses to 1. 4. BIAB's automatic endings are enabled.
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Hi again Noel.
Yes the rendering was fine on that test. I'm wondering, however, if the length of my songs have something to do with the problem.
Generally my songs are a lot longer and more complex than the test.
In answer to your other question I don't normally use the "new" option.
I usually open BIAB and search for a style then input the chords.
I notice you are in Oz. I'm in Brisbane. Where are you?
Ian
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Hi again, Ian.
I'm in Melbourne! Pleased to meet you. There are a few of uz from Aust. here on the forums these days.
Glad the test was fine. Maybe we're getting somewhere.
When you say your songs are longer... could you be a little more specific. How many choruses and bars would be a normal song?
Regards,
Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Noel most of my songs are jazz based and most are standards. They are usually at least three choruses of 32-44 bars in length sometimes more. Sometimes they are just one chorus but well in excess of 100 bars.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Ian,
The reason I asked is because BIAB has a 256 bar limit.
Three choruses of 32-44 bars should generate fine. It's surprising if they are not.
If you are using a single chorus, anything up to 255 bars should be ok.
As an experiment, it would be worthwhile taking one of the three choruses (32 - 44 bars) songs and generating it. Then render it and see what happens.
Then, as a comparison re-activate the BIAB automatic ending under song settings and generate and render the song with the automatic endings engaged.
Do you use repeats, D.S. al coda (etc.), at all?
Regards,
Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
I'll try that tonight Noel, thanks. I only use the repeat, DS etc if I'm printing the song for performance.
Ian
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Hi again Noel. OK it made no difference to the longer song rendering. It still cut out way before the end. However, I should have told you before, that the wave pattern is still visible even when the sound has cut out.
As an experiment I changed the rendering from .aif files to .wav file and so far it has worked. Of course it takes up more space but I can live with that.
Just another question please. Do you know anything about, or have you used, Garritan software. I know it sounds pretty good but have also been told it is not that compatible with Logic X which is what I use.
Any ideas?
Ian
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 19,832 |
Ian, I have BIAB for Windows so I'm not sure how Garritan drives on the Mac platform. I'm a big fan of Garritan. I have both Jazz And Big Band and Garritan Personal Orchestra 4. If you're interested, the flute and the oboe in the following arrangement of mine are from Personal Orchestra 4. Oh! Susanna variations for flute and oboe (link)It's good that you've got the rendering working. I'd send PG Music Support an email and let them know that AIF does not work properly but WAV does. It might be useful information for them. Also, in the email, send them the URL of this thread so that they can read all about the issue and different things that were tried. Regards, Noel
MY SONGS...Audiophile BIAB 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 23 |
Noel that's very nice indeed. Lovely baroque sound.I have heard some of the Garritan sounds and they are very good. Their sax sounds are probably the most authentic I've heard.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,382
PG Music Staff
|
|
PG Music Staff
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 1,382 |
However, I should have told you before, that the wave pattern is still visible even when the sound has cut out. Hi, If the waveform is visible on the track in Logic but the sound is cutting out, that could indicate an issue in Logic. If the audio is really cutting out in the WAV or AIFF you exported, I'd expect that to be reflected in the waveform itself. Did the sound cut out if you play the file in iTunes as well? Thanks Kent PG Music
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Macintosh
|
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,398
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 15,398 |
I had a similar problem but the actual wave form was truncated at varying points although the length of the file was correct. I posted my solution in the Tips forum under a heading of regelation issues resolved. As mentioned check it with iTunes or any wave editor. This problem emerged for me while I was beta testing but ultimately it turned out to be a memory management issue with Logic Pro and my host of plugins.
Our albums and singles are on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, YouTube Music, Pandora and more. If interested search on Janice Merritt. Thanks! Our Videos are here on our website.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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
Topics84,308
Posts777,560
Members39,615
| |
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