ian.
i havent used it in a while , but as far as i know the 'fun' playalong/wizard is still there ...in 2021
https://www.pgmusic.com/manuals/bbw2021full/chapter10.htm

read down the page for wiz details.
if in doubt... always read the pg manuals on this pg site and faq's and tips and tricks etc...also you will have the manual on your pc...also there is on line pg chat etc

as to a new sound device i recommend you rent a usb sound interface with mic preamps built in...before buying to replace the audigy long in the tooth.
this is what i do. this way one can ascertain how well it works with ones pc.

heres the realband thread on sound devices.
https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=635707#Post635707

lol...when i was a young lad ...i had many wild times
in your neck of the woods..lol

om
ps..oops matt beat me to it
pps..ian REALLY GET INTO REALBANDS MANY MIDI FEATURES.
its a gold mine imho...its all in the realband manual.

Last edited by justanoldmuso; 11/23/21 08:54 AM.
my songs....mixed for good earbuds...(fyi..my vocs on all songs..)
https://soundcloud.com/alfsongs
(90 songs created useing bb/rb)
(lots of tips of mine in pg tips forum.)