|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
Anybody have/had the Roland sonic cell .
Just wondering what the sounds are like and any info at all.
I am looking at a new possible hardware synth.
So again any info would be appreciated.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 1,486
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 1,486 |
Hi Big John
The sonic cell is an excellent package because besides excellent sounds it has a mic input as well
It is also updatable
I have used one for about 4 years and still enjoy its modern quality - there are some sonic cell demos on the Roland website
Recommended
if you are looking for an older sounds and strings look at the Ketron
Just my opinion
jazzman
Last edited by Jazzman; 04/20/17 12:28 AM.
BIAB - RealBand - 2022
Windows 10 64
Zoo computer with 7i processor- SSD 1TB -2TB HDD
Roland keyboards
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 604
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 604 |
I guess they all depend on the sounds you really want to use. I find the Ketron is by FAR the best with acoustics (like saxophones and trumpets.) They are Italian and they appear to sample high-quality instruments played by professionals.) Both Yamaha and Roland seem very artificial in that arena.
Jan - 12 Core AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
32GB DDR4
Win 10 64-bit
Samsung m.2 SSD Boot drive,other SSD internal and USB drives.
MOTO 2
Ketron SD4,SD1000
Yamaha RX-v381amp
VB-Audio virtual cables
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
Thanks for the replies.
Hi Jazzman
I have been doing a lot of research on the sonic cell.
Am I right on saying it is like a vsti in biab and a daw.
And does that mean like coyote you can use the sonic cell vsti to drag to wav and get the sonic cell sounds as it changes to wav.
Hope you get what I mean.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,667
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,667 |
Am I right on saying it is like a vsti in biab and a daw. No, the Sonic Cell is a hardware synth, so you can't generate sounds directly like you can with a VSTi or a DXi synth. You have to actually record the output of the Sonic Cell to capture the sounds. The Ketron units are the same.
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
Jford
Yes I am thinking the same ,but I read that the sonic cell has its own software that you download, and it can appear in you pc system as a vsti controller ,if for want of a better way of putting it,
As it comes with a free version of sonar le.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,667
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,667 |
I think the VSTi interface is more to directly control the Sonic Cell, as opposed to being able to use it to render tracks. Take a look at this discussion.
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
John
Big thanks yes I was reading it wrong, funny thing is jv 1080 that's what I would be replacing the sonic cell with.
I am doing a lot of surfin the net on this, as I don't want to buy
Something that's not really a step up.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884 |
Wait- you would replace a Sonic Cell with the 1080? I think you meant the other way around.
BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
Matt
You trying to tell me something .
As I was thinking the jv1080 is older, surely the sonic cell has more improved sounds ?.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884 |
Well, yes. The Sonic Cell is relatively recent. I have owned many Roland MIDI synths including the Fantom XR and the Integra-7. I assume the Sonic Cell would be using many of those sounds. When I first listened to a promo for it, I recognized the Roland sound set as similar to my Edirol (by Roland) SD-80. Isn't the 1080 at least 20 yeas old by now, or did I get the wrong unit?
BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
Yes it is about 20 + years old , the jv 1080 is a great oldie but a goldie,
When I said replace I really meant to add , I will keep the 1080.
I did notice going through old threads in the forum you are knowledgeable on the rolands and had to hear your say on this.
Going by what you have said, I think the jv 1080 is better than the sd-80.
Thanks
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884 |
As I recall, I thought the SD-80 was a bit better, but it was a long time ago.
BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62
Enthusiast
|
|
OP
Enthusiast
Joined: Feb 2017
Posts: 62 |
yes Matt
it was my mistake I was thinking about the sound canvas.
Though the Roland forum die hard's always give the 1080 a good review .
Although I think it is down to the effects and settings in these old modules.
Did you have the sonic cell at anytime ?.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Band-in-a-Box for Windows
|
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jul 2000
Posts: 26,884 |
No, I skipped that one. I had the SD-80 then the Fantom XR.
BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Holiday Weekend Hours
Our Customer Service hours this weekend are as follows:
Friday, April 18: 8:00 - 4:00
Saturday, April 19: closed
Sunday, April 20: closed
Monday, April 21: Regular hours
Thank you!
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!
Update to RealBand® 2025 Build 5 Windows Today!
Already using RealBand® 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 5 now from our Support Page to ensure you have the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.
Get the latest update today!
PowerTracks Pro Audio 2025 for Windows is Here!
PowerTracks Pro Audio 2025 is here! This new version introduces many features, including VST3 support, the ability to load or import a .FLAC file, a reset option for track height in the Tracks window, a taller Timeline on the Notation window toolbar, new freeze buttons in the Tracks window, three toolbar modes (two rows, single row, and none), the improved Select Patch dialog with text-based search and numeric patch display, a new button in the DirectX/VST window to copy an effects group, and more!
First-time packages start at only $49. Already a PowerTracks Pro Audio user? Upgrade for as little as $29!
www.pgmusic.com/powertracks.htm
Video: Summary of the New Band-in-a-Box® App for iOS®
Join Tobin as he takes you on a tour of the new Band-in-a-Box® app for iOS®! Designed for musicians, singer-songwriters, and educators, this powerful tool lets you create, play, and transfer songs effortlessly on your iPhone® or iPad®—anytime, anywhere.
Band-in-a-Box® for iOS® :Summary video.
Check out the forum post for more information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics83,896
Posts771,939
Members39,486
| |
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