|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342
Expert
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342 |
@Trax, Don S. & Chris: Thank you for taking a listen to the new version and taking the time again to write a comment on it. Much appreciated. Trax: I can hear what you mean by a more processed sound on the new version. I hope I get away with it tho, since the jury doesn't have access to the first version and therefor has no material to compare with. @ RickeG: Good suggestion on the crowd. I don't know that Garth Brooks song (come to think of it: I only know "achy breaky heart"  ), but I have done some experimenting with the effect you mention. I had my VoiceLive 2 "sing along" in the chorus, using a setting that simulates a crowd of people. My skills aren't that good yet, so I couldn't get it to sound right. So I have abandoned that idea for this song. @John: Thank you for your kind words! April 24 will be the day that the winner will be announced. Of-course I will post the result. @Bobcflatpicker: I promised to post the RT's I have used in the song, so here they are: Drums: Country Even8reduced (brushes) Bass: 592: Bass, Acoustic Bluegrass Doc Ev 100 Guitar: 598: Guitar, Acoustic Strumming Bluegrass Doc Ev 100 Mandolin 1: 432: Mandolin, Rythm Bluegrass 130 Mandolin 2: 820: Mandolin Soloist Bluegrass EV 100 Fiddle 1: 595: Fiddle, Rythm Bluegrass Doc Ev 100 (Shuffles) Fiddle 2: 601: Fiddle, Soloist Train EV 130
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 996
Expert
|
|
Expert
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 996 |
Quote:
Any and all critics are most welcome!
I’ll be honest here Mike and say I think this was a poor choice.
It’s OK, but I don’t think that as a style this does justice to your immense talents as a singer.
Most of the time – in the verses, you’re not really singing anyway!
The instrumentation also just sounds so busy, but I guess this is the style you’re looking for.
Sorry to spoil the party, but of course I join with everyone in wishing you the best of luck with the contest.
Marc
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342 |
You're not spoiling the party at all, Marc! Honest critics is what I'm looking for! Thank you for taking the time to listen and to comment. I fully agree with you that this is not a song that needs (or has  ) a vocal top performance in it. The reasons I chose this song where: A: It is a song that I can't use on my album (style and language), so it is "expendable" B: The contest is about producing, so creativity in the production is way more importand than my vocals (or lyrics for that matter; I still don't know what the song is all about  ) You find the instrumentation too busy. I have tried to make it sound "open" and not too crouded. To achieve that I have sent the piano player and the banjo player off the stage. But perhaps I should have left out even more...
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,900
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,900 |
Quote:
Mike,
I still think the 1st one is the better mix on this song. The 2nd sounds very processed now, IMO. Either way, you have done a fantastic job with the song.
Trax
I agree with Trax here. Too much 'vinyl' noise has crept in? Plus I think the drums have dropped too far back on the second version for this kind of music (which reminds me of The Soggy Bottom Boys).
Out of interest, what did you use to create the backing vocals in the choruses? Double tracking? TC Helicon? Or something else?
As to the crowd, I wouldn't have wiped it out completely from the main song but dropped its volume to about 10%
Still, I wish you the best, Mike 
Follow That Dream Sam Karaoke King -------------------- Turning that corner again - I have to keep following that dream, no matter what
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 8,987
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 8,987 |
Quote:
Don't change a thing!
I like this as is!
Straight to the keeper folder.
actually, for a bluegrass style, its quite tame. i hear plenty of 'air' in it. very well done. thanks for posting it. more please.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342 |
Thanks for the listen, Sam. Citaat:
Out of interest, what did you use to create the backing vocals in the choruses? Double tracking? TC Helicon? Or something else?
c) something else: I sang the three harmonie parts myself.
Citaat:
As to the crowd, I wouldn't have wiped it out completely from the main song but dropped its volume to about 10%
I tried several things, but couldn't get a result I was happy with. It just sounded too muddy and too crouded. The crowd got in the way of the instruments, so I dropped it.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342
Expert
|
|
OP
Expert
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,342 |
Don, Thank you! To be honest with you: I am not all that experienced in the country and bluegrass music. These styles of music are not much played where I live. In fact I own only two country CD's: One by John Denver and one by the band who probably made the most records in history: Various Artists (ever heard of them ) I do however very much like country and bluegrass and I am glad I get the change here to hear some very fine examples of it. (your own music, Touchers and Bobcflatpickers songs)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,823
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Dec 2000
Posts: 12,823 |
Quote:
Various Artists (ever heard of them)
This reminds me of a story my wife told me. When she was a teenager, she ordered an album (vinyl, 33 1/3 rpm) by mail order called "The Top Original Hits by The Original Artists". When she got it, it didn't sound anything like the original songs. Turns out that it was just a cover album recorded by a group that called themselves "The Original Artists". Serious disappointment...
John Laptop-HP Omen I7 Win11Pro 32GB 12TB SSD Desktop-ASUS-I7 Win10Pro 32GB 12TB SATA BB2026/UMC204HD&404HD/Casios/Cakewalk/Reaper/Studio One/Notion/Dorico/Noteworthy/NI/Halion/IK http://www.sus4chord.com (under rehosting/construction)
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,900
Veteran
|
|
Veteran
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 4,900 |
Follow That Dream Sam Karaoke King -------------------- Turning that corner again - I have to keep following that dream, no matter what
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Off-Topic
|
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 193
Apprentice
|
|
Apprentice
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 193 |
Mike, I know I am a little late getting in before the deadline but I wanted to say how excellent this is and I am very interested in hearing how the song does in the contest. Steve
Steve
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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!
Bonus PAK and 49-PAK for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®
With your version 2026 for Windows 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)
- Android Band-in-a-Box® App (included)
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 PAKs for Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums57
Topics85,826
Posts796,668
Members39,968
| |
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