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The new edition of Band-in-a-Box for Windows is typically released in December. What goodies do you think PG Music will present in 2026? Here are my guesses.
Band-in-a-Box for Android app. The app will be available through the Google PlayStore and provide the same features as the current BiaB for iOS app.
The Band-in-a-Box program will work on Arm, Intel and Amd based computers.
There will be 200 new RealTracks.
There will be new Extra and Pro style PAKs.
The minimal (some call it New) GUI interface will receive an overhaul while the other interface will remain the same.
Jim Fogle - 2026 BiaB (Build 1211) RB (Build 3) - Ultra+ PAK DAWs: Cakewalk Sonar - Standalone: Zoom MRS-8 Laptop: i3 Win 10, 8GB ram 500GB HDD Desktop: i7 Win 11, 12GB ram 256GB SSD, 4 TB HDD Music at: https://fogle622.wix.com/fogle622-audio-home
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Version for ANDROID super idea
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How about a Stem Splitter for multiple instruments?
Karel Jacko alias Don Carlos - Czech Republic Dealer PG Music, Inc - +420 604 111 102, +420 602 561 567 mobil - Band Leader Groups Jazz za Bukem and Hot Jazz Sutrs; - BIAB 2020 Win10; BIAB 2019 MAC; - Roland GK-3 Divided Pickup (Guitar and Bass); Roland GR-20 Guitar Synth; - MOTU UltraLite mk3 (Firewire); Fishman Tripleplay - MacBookPro 13 with touchbar 2018, Wiki BIAB czech support page wiki.zabukem.eu
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There will be 200 new RealTracks. And 50 New Features! 
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This was my prediction for last year, and I'm sticking with it...not so far fetched now, is it??? The old interface will finally be scrapped and replaced by a single unblinking eye. The iris can be customized to the color(s) of your choice, but that is the only option in BiaB 2025. The eye is your portal into the new BiaB interface: ChatPGM, powered by AI. This interface will only respond to spoken cues, so a microphone is a new hardware requirement. To generate a song, one has to simply ask for it in plain English (or the language of your choice). BiaB will then generate lyrics, vocals, chord structure, tempo, arrangement and instrument choices, all neatly provided to you as a completed song in seconds. Don't like what you hear? Just tell ChatPGM what you want to change. "More cowbell?" That's a snap! There will of course be iOS and Android apps... I've probably said too much. It's possible some of this stuff won't make the December launch. Or...??? ![[Linked Image - Only viewable when logged in]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=download&Number=28803&filename=11468400small.png) Image by Freepik
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And 50 New Features! And 2 or 3 of them will be a Big Deal while the rest, er, maybe not so memorable!
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I hope this isn't too far off topic....
I have the 2022 Audiophile version installed on a home-built pc running Windows 10.
I use BIAB to generate Real Tracks for songs I've already written with pen and paper and guitar and then import those RT's to Studio One Pro 4.
At this point, I have little interest in the AI capabilities of BIAB, and I don't mess with midi.
So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me?
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And 50 New Features! And 2 or 3 of them will be a Big Deal while the rest, er, maybe not so memorable! That will be true if those 2 or 3 are fully implemented, have no bugs, and doesn't break another part of BiaB. I would be happy with no new features but improved or made totally functional everything they have now.
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... So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me? Partial track regeneration, the new "Track View" window, the MultiPicker window combines many of the picker windows into one are a few of the changes I can think of.
Jim Fogle - 2026 BiaB (Build 1211) RB (Build 3) - Ultra+ PAK DAWs: Cakewalk Sonar - Standalone: Zoom MRS-8 Laptop: i3 Win 10, 8GB ram 500GB HDD Desktop: i7 Win 11, 12GB ram 256GB SSD, 4 TB HDD Music at: https://fogle622.wix.com/fogle622-audio-home
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I hope this isn't too far off topic....
I have the 2022 Audiophile version installed on a home-built pc running Windows 10.
I use BIAB to generate Real Tracks for songs I've already written with pen and paper and guitar and then import those RT's to Studio One Pro 4.
At this point, I have little interest in the AI capabilities of BIAB, and I don't mess with midi.
So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me? This is my workflow as well. To tell you the truth, I haven't flipped over a new feature since RealTracks were introduced. So I buy the upgrade every year for the new RealTracks. I usually start with RealStyles, so there are quite a few new ones of those as well. And there will be XtraStyles included and others for sale, which I'll buy, too. I've got a feeling there's some BIG AI feature coming up. I mean, there has to be, RIGHT? So...we'll see very soon....
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Hoping for a bit more AI as well, and maybe some Accordion jigs reels or hornpipe Realtracks.
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November 2025...
Any news about the new features to be implemented in BIAB, version 2.026?
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Based on prior years, we'll know what's new when 2026 is released. So it's kind of like "What's under the tree?" on Christmas morning, if that's a relatable reference...
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Well I think it's time for a re-think. When you consider the amount of real tracks and midi tracks and the effort required to get to the point where you are fully convinced you have arrived at what you want, then it's time to change the plot. More tracks? Oh God, NOOOO.
I can get a fantastic track on Suno with a well thought out prompt. I can't get anywhere near a good song with BB.
I'll offer more thought in January but will not be spending money this year on an outdated piece of software.
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Well I think it's time for a re-think. ... I'll offer more thought in January but will not be spending money this year on an outdated piece of software. Okay Malevans, what kind of re-think do you suggest? What changes do you want that will make you believe the software is not outdated? I'm surprised at many of these responses as I was hoping people would enjoy guessing what will be new in the 2026 release, to see how close their thinking matches the reality once 2026 is released. That this would be a fun exercise. Sigh, such is not the case. One big difference between the Windows and Macintosh releases is no one knows what will be in the Windows release until it happens while the Macintosh folks pretty well understand their release will match the Windows release as much as possible. So not too much fun to be had from guessing what will be in the Mac release. With Mac the fun is guessing WHEN the release will happen.
Jim Fogle - 2026 BiaB (Build 1211) RB (Build 3) - Ultra+ PAK DAWs: Cakewalk Sonar - Standalone: Zoom MRS-8 Laptop: i3 Win 10, 8GB ram 500GB HDD Desktop: i7 Win 11, 12GB ram 256GB SSD, 4 TB HDD Music at: https://fogle622.wix.com/fogle622-audio-home
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So, other than additional Real Tracks what do the 2025 and possible 2026 versions really offer to a user like me? I don't recall when the bar-by-bar regeneration was introduced but if your version doesn't have it then this feature alone is worth the upgrade for you! I've been buying every upgrade for the past 13 years and I can honestly say, for me, there has only been one essential, "cannot live without" update and that is bar-by-bar regeneration! This should have been added shortly after RealTracks were invented. But we finally got it! And, if you haven't upgraded yet, WAIT! Wait a couple more weeks and for the same or lower price you will get the 2026 version instead of the 2025 version!
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I'm surprised at many of these responses as I was hoping people would enjoy guessing what will be new in the 2026 release, to see how close their thinking matches the reality once 2026 is released. That this would be a fun exercise. Sigh, such is not the case. I'd guess that many forum users (even old-timers) have grown weary of the annual cycle of "50 New Features" (often with very few that are meaningful enough to deserve to be in such a list) followed by several months of bug fixes (that many feel should have been fixed before release). Personally, I will likely buy the upgrade for the new RealTracks. And pray nothing that I use regularly gets broken in the new release.
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It isn't for me to rethink. I tried last year and was ignored. It is for BB to come up with something new. I suggested introducing AI last year to help with composing compositions. I for one am tired of sifting through thousands of tracks and getting nowhere. 
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It isn't for me to rethink. I tried last year and was ignored. It is for BB to come up with something new. I suggested introducing AI last year to help with composing compositions. I for one am tired of sifting through thousands of tracks and getting nowhere. smile
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Malevans, I looked over your "What's going to be new in 2025". You summarized your posts in this comment: What will impress me is more attention to Midi and an improved Melody maker with a lot more choice. More attention to emotive tracks and some new Soloists that are not Jazz influenced for once. Counterpoint in Strings sections with more emotive expression, not just bland. Several people agreed with your thoughts last year and likely still do. I agree these are areas where BiaB has room for growth and updates.
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I agree with most everything Mal says, though now is a little late to wish for anything, isn't it?
Here's a nifty bit of trivia: Mal was one of the first to place 64-bit BiaB on the Wishlist in 2013. That ain't nuthin'! THANK YOU, Mal!
If I could wish for anything, it's that PGMusic is not just listening to us cranky retirees (I wear it proudly) and is focused on the next generation(s) of BiaB users. The age demographic on the User Showcase forum makes me feel very comfortable, but no doubt sends cold shivers down the spines of the PGMusic strategists...
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I agree with most everything Mal says, though now is a little late to wish for anything, isn't it? Yes and no. It's definitely much too late for this year, but I suspect it's about the right time to suggest things for next year or the year after. My guess is that the main plans for BiaB 2027 are being firmed up either now or very soon.
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I agree with most everything Mal says, though now is a little late to wish for anything, isn't it? Yes and no. It's definitely much too late for this year, but I suspect it's about the right time to suggest things for next year or the year after. My guess is that the main plans for BiaB 2027 are being firmed up either now or very soon. Absolutely! I came from a world where we were always developing plans across multiple overlapping years, so I get it. But since the topic here is "What's New for 2026", the window for changes is almost certainly closed. FWIW, Mal's last Wishlist post was 2023. Not judging. I've never posted in the Wishlist.
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I just think that every software house needs to understand very well what's going on, what are the actual and future trends. Going to music software, it's quite obvious that AI is actually at the centre of every music production. And BIAB is, and has always been, a music production software, so in its case this is even more important. Of course I have no idea what's going on in BIAB 2026, and it's too late anyway to make suggestions, BUT if PGMusic wants really to keep on mantaining its position of leader in music production software FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS OF MUSICIANS, well, they need a better and higher integration with AI techniques. If not, sadly it will became in very few years an obsolete piece of software for retired people only. All this, by my point of view of a 70yo amateur musician, BIAB customer since the DOS years. Please excuse my bad English.
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Where da New Orleans funk shuffle Real Tracks? Stanton Moore Real Drums? George Porter, Jr. Real Tracks? River Eckert Piano Real Tracks? Sonny Landreth Soloist?
How about other funk legends? Fred Wesley? Maceo Parker? David Garibaldi?
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Any Black Friday deals? I don't recall if PG Music has done Black Friday Deals, but they often do great deals when a new product is launched. Only a guess, but if history repeats itself, a new release could be available before Xmas.
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I can get a fantastic track on Suno with a well thought out prompt. I can't get anywhere near a good song with BB.
I'll offer more thought in January but will not be spending money this year on an outdated piece of software.
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I played around with Suno, and Moises and yes, they have a modern sound and that is great is you want to sound like every other song created at this time. Sometimes that is what one wants BiaB sound unique, and i really love the ability to create MY take on some song i like to play. Take an older song and refresh it. Create a new song that has a different sound than the status quo on the boring radio today.
It would be cool to see more AI added to BiaB as the next couple years go by and add a little bit of the Suno feel added to The RT feel. Best of both worlds.
I know that is just my take
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Why is that? What is different about Suno? I don't know anything about it, and would prefer some information from a user before going down a rabbit hole.
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It would be cool to see more AI added to BiaB as the next couple years go by and add a little bit of the Suno feel added to The RT feel. Best of both worlds.
I know that is just my take IMHO I would rather PGM add AI that would better search styles, RTs, RDs, and possibly suggest adding other RTs to a song via the utility tracks prior to adding Suno. Like you that is just my take and I meant no offense to your suggestion.
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Well I have delved into just about every AI site this past year. Suno is ok but has a long way to go with its algorithms. It's the prompts that makes what you are looking for and if you instruct one of the AI bots like ChatGPT you can use a ready made prompt to use on SUNO that gives some very convincing new music. I won't lie though, it's frustrating and requires you to delve deep to get something that WOWS you.
BB simply cannot continue, year in, year out throwing Real Tracks at us. It simply mounts up to the point where you don't know where to look next. It's taken forever to get a manual that explains things in ABC. The midi should be given far more attention, BTW ( SUNO offers midi with its song creation). At least you have far more ways, in a DAW of your own choice, to use VST3 instruments to create. I find the RealTracks frustrating and limited in what can be achieved, particularly Strings, no counterpoint, no expression, emotionless. Music has to arouse in all sorts of ways and ready made tracks, that cannot really take an instruction, doesn't really do it. They are dead before you begin. Press play on any Real Track and your response is, mmm, or, it's ok, but. Rarely ever WOW.
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Thank you.
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Oh dear, I think it's another 200 plus Real Tracks again. I can't bring myself to do it again. I was tempted with the little AI gesture to grab midi from wav but it's not really new is it? Have fun everyone. I'm definately not sold this time.
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Mal,
I'm sorry you feel that way. While there are a bunch of new RealTracks this year there are also RealDrum stems, MIDISuperTracks, MIDI styles.
And there are Playable RealTracks that let you work with RealTracks like you work with MIDI.
There are admittedly those that want more content. I understand you don't and that's fine.
There are also those that don't care about how the program looks but many do and that seems to be what PG Music concentrated on this release.
Jim Fogle - 2026 BiaB (Build 1211) RB (Build 3) - Ultra+ PAK DAWs: Cakewalk Sonar - Standalone: Zoom MRS-8 Laptop: i3 Win 10, 8GB ram 500GB HDD Desktop: i7 Win 11, 12GB ram 256GB SSD, 4 TB HDD Music at: https://fogle622.wix.com/fogle622-audio-home
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Band-in-a-Box 2026 for Windows is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows is here and it is packed with major new features! There’s a new modern look, a GUI redesign to all areas of the program including toolbars, windows, workflow and more. There’s a Multi-view layout for organizing multiple windows. A standout addition is the powerful AI-Notes feature, which uses AI neural-net technology to transcribe polyphonic audio into MIDI—entire mixes or individual instruments—making it easy to study, view, and play parts from any song. And that’s just the beginning—there are over 60 new features in this exciting release.
Along with version 2026, we've released an incredible lineup of new content! There's 202 new RealTracks, brand-new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 5, two new RealDrums Stems sets, XPro Styles PAK 10, Xtra Styles PAK 21, and much more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows and save up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special offer—available until December 31, 2025. Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page to explore all available upgrade options.
2026 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
Our Free Bonus PAK and 49-PAK are loaded with amazing add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is included with most Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows packages, but you can unlock even more—including 20 unreleased RealTracks—by upgrading to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49. Browse the full contents of each package and listen to demos here.
XPro and Xtra Styles PAKs Special Extended Until August 31st!
XPro & Xtra Styles PAKs Special Extended Until August 31st!
The XPro Styles PAKs and Xtra Styles PAKs special offers are now available until August 31st at 11:59pm PDT!
Ready to take your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 experience to the next level? Now’s the perfect time! Expand your style library with XPro and Xtra Styles PAKs—packed with a wide variety of genres to inspire your next musical creation.
What are XPro Styles and Xtra Styles PAKs?
XPro Styles PAKs are styles that work with any version (Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition) of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 (or higher). XPro Styles PAKS 1-9 includes 900 styles!
Xtra Styles PAKs are styles that work with the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 (or higher). With over 3,500 styles (and 35 MIDI styles) included in Xtra Styles PAKs 1-20, the possibilities are endless!
Get the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 9 for only $29 ea (Reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Listen to demos and order now! For Windows or for Mac.
Note: XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Box® 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
Get Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 20 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 19 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Listen to demos and order now! For Windows or for Mac.
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 19 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
Don’t miss this chance to supercharge your Band-in-a-Box setup—at a great price!
Mac 2025 Special Upgrade Offers Extended Until August 15th!
It's not too late to upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® and save! We've extended our special until August 15, 2025!
We've added many major new features to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®, including advanced AI tools like the amazing BB Stem Splitter and AI Lyrics Generator, as well as VST3 plugin support, and Equalize Temp. Plus, there’s a new one-stop MIDI Patches Picker with over 1,100 MIDI patches to choose from, all neatly categorized by GM numbers. The MultiPicker Library is enhanced with tabs for the SongPicker, MIDI Patch Picker, Chord Builder, AI Lyrics Generator, and Song Titles Browser, and the tabs are organized into logical groups. The Audiophile Edition is enhanced with FLAC files , which are 60% smaller than AIFF files while maintaining identical audio quality, and now ships on a fast 1TB SSD, and much more!
Check out all the new features in Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® here:
Purchase your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac during our special to save up to 50% off your upgrade purchase and receive a FREE BONUS PAK of amazing new Add-ons. These include the 2025 RealCombos Booster PAK, Look Ma! More MIDI 13: Country & Americana, Instrumental Studies Set 22: 2-Hand Piano Soloing - Rhythm Changes, MIDI SuperTracks Set 44: Jazz Piano, Artist Performance Set 17: Songs with Vocals 7, Playable RealTracks Set 4, RealDrums Stems Set 7: Jazz with Mike Clark, and more!
Upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for just $49 and add 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and 20 RealStyles, FLAC Files for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks, Look Ma! More MIDI 14: SynthMaster, MIDI SuperTracks Set 45: More SynthMaster, Artist Performance Set 18: Songs with Vocals 8, and RealDrums Stems Set 8: Pop, Funk & More with Jerry Roe.
Learn more about the Bonus PAKs!
New RealTracks Released with Band-in-a-Box 2025!
We’ve expanded the Band-in-a-Box® RealTracks library with 202 incredible new RealTracks (in sets 449-467) across Jazz, Blues, Funk, World, Pop, Rock, Country, Americana, and Praise & Worship—featuring your most requested styles!
Jazz, Blues & World (Sets 449–455):
These RealTracks includes “Soul Jazz” with Neil Swainson (bass), Mike Clark (drums), Charles Treadway (organ), Miles Black (piano), and Brent Mason (guitar). Enjoy “Requested ’60s” jazz, classic acoustic blues with Colin Linden, and more of our popular 2-handed piano soloing. Plus, a RealTracks first—Tango with bandoneon, recorded in Argentina!
Rock & Pop (Sets 456–461):
This collection includes Disco, slap bass ‘70s/‘80s pop, modern and ‘80s metal with Andy Wood, and a unique “Songwriter Potpourri” featuring Chinese folk instruments, piano, banjo, and more. You’ll also find a muted electric guitar style (a RealTracks first!) and “Producer Layered Guitar” styles for slick "produced" sound.
Country, Americana & Praise (Sets 462–467):
We’ve added new RealTracks across bro country, Americana, praise & worship, vintage country, and songwriter piano. Highlights include Brent Mason (electric guitar), Eddie Bayers (drums), Doug Jernigan (pedal steel), John Jarvis (piano), Glen Duncan (banjo, mandolin & fiddle), Mike Harrison (electric bass) and more—offering everything from modern sounds to heartfelt Americana styles
Check out all the 202 New RealTracks (in sets 456-467)
And, if you are looking for more, the 2025 49-PAK (for $49) includes an additional 20 RealTracks with exciting new sounds and genre-spanning styles. Enjoy RealTracks firsts like Chinese instruments (guzheng & dizi), the bandoneon in an authentic Argentine tango trio, and the classic “tic-tac” baritone guitar for vintage country.
You’ll also get slick ’80s metal guitar from Andy Wood, modern metal with guitarist Nico Santora, bass player Nick Schendzielos, and drummer Aaron Stechauner, more praise & worship, indie-folk, modern/bro country with Brent Mason, and “Songwriter Americana” with Johnny Hiland.
Plus, enjoy user-requested styles like Soul Jazz RealDrums, fast Celtic Strathspey guitar, and Chill Hop piano & drums!
The 2025 49-PAK is loaded with other great new add-ons as well. Learn more about the 2025 49-PAK!
Bonus PAKs for Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac!
With your version 2025 for Mac Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition or PlusPAK purchase, we'll include a Bonus PAK full of great new Add-ons FREE! Or upgrade to the 2025 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 2025 RealCombos Booster PAK:
-For Pro customers, this includes 33 new RealTracks and 65+ new RealStyles.
-For MegaPAK customers, this includes 29 new RealTracks and 45+ new RealStyles.
-For UltraPAK customers, this includes 20 new RealStyles.
- Look Ma! More MIDI 13: Country & Americana
- Instrumental Studies Set 22: 2-Hand Piano Soloing - Rhythm Changes
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 44: Jazz Piano
- Artist Performance Set 17: Songs with Vocals 7
- Playable RealTracks Set 4
- RealDrums Stems Set 7: Jazz with Mike Clark
- SynthMaster Sounds and Styles (with audio demos)
- 128 GM MIDI Patch Audio Demos.
Looking for more great add-ons, then upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for just $49 and you'll get:
- 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums with 20 RealStyles,
- FLAC Files (lossless audio files) for the 20 Bonus Unreleased RealTracks and RealDrums
- Look Ma! More MIDI 14: SynthMaster,
- Instrumental Studies Set 23: More '80s Hard Rock Soloing,
- MIDI SuperTracks Set 45: More SynthMaster
- Artist Performance Set 18: Songs with Vocals 8
- RealDrums Stems Set 8: Pop, Funk & More with Jerry Roe
Learn more about the Bonus PAKs for Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®!
New! Xtra Styles PAK 20 for Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher for Mac!
Xtra Styles PAK 20 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) is here with 200 brand new RealStyles!
We're excited to bring you our latest and greatest in the all new Xtra Styles PAK 20 for Band-in-a-Box! This fresh installment is packed with 200 all-new styles spanning the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres you've come to expect, as well as the exciting inclusion of electronic styles!
In this PAK you’ll discover: Minimalist Modern Funk, New Wave Synth Pop, Hard Bop Latin Groove, Gospel Country Shuffle, Cinematic Synthwave, '60s Motown, Funky Lo-Fi Bossa, Heavy 1980s Metal, Soft Muted 12-8 Folk, J-Pop Jazz Fusion, and many more!
All the Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 20 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 209 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of the Xtra Styles PAK 20.
Video: Xtra Styles PAK 20 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 20 requires the 2025 or higher UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition. They will not work with the Pro or MegaPAK version because they need the RealTracks from the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition.
New! XPro Styles PAK 9 for Band-in-a-Box 2025 and higher for Mac!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 9 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 29 RealTracks/RealDrums!
We've been hard at it to bring you the latest and greatest in this 9th installment of our popular XPro Styles PAK series! Included are 75 styles spanning the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres (25 styles each) that fans have come to expect, as well as 25 styles in this volume's wildcard genre: funk & R&B!
If you're itching to get a sneak peek at what's included in XPro Styles PAK 9, here is a small helping of what you can look forward to: Funky R&B Horns, Upbeat Celtic Rock, Jazz Fusion Salsa, Gentle Indie Folk, Cool '60s Soul, Funky '70s R&B, Smooth Jazz Hip Hop, Acoustic Rockabilly Swing, Funky Reggae Dub, Dreamy Retro Latin Jazz, Retro Soul-Rock Fusion, and much more!
Special Pricing! Until July 31, 2024, all the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 9 are on sale for only $29 ea (Reg. $49 ea), or get them all in the XPro Styles PAK Bundle for only $149 (reg. $299)! Order now!
Learn more and listen to demos of XPro Styles PAKs.
Video: XPro Styles PAK 9 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
XPro Styles PAKs require Band-in-a-Box® 2025 or higher and are compatible with ANY package, including the Pro, MegaPAK, UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, and Audiophile Edition.
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