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Hola equipo de PG Music y comunidad,
Les escribo como un usuario de Band-in-a-Box desde hace muchos años y profundamente agradecido. BIAB siempre ha sido un verdadero pionero. Mucho antes de que “IA” se volviera una palabra de moda, BIAB ya ofrecía herramientas de acompañamiento e inteligencia musical que cambiaron la forma de crear música. Mirando hacia BIAB 2025 y el futuro, me gustaría compartir algunas ideas constructivas sobre cómo la IA puede fortalecer —y no diluir— la misión original de BIAB: potenciar la creatividad musical desde el primer acorde.
1. “RealTracks Neuronales”: de interpretaciones fijas a expresión musical elástica
Los RealTracks son una de las mayores fortalezas de BIAB. Sin embargo, siguen estando limitados al registro musical en el que fueron grabados originalmente. A diferencia de un sampler o sintetizador, un RealTrack no puede “transponerse” libremente entre octavas —en muchos casos, simplemente no existe esa interpretación en el registro solicitado— y aunque cierta transposición limitada pueda ser posible, los RealTracks no están diseñados como instrumentos elásticos que cambien de registro manteniendo un timbre totalmente natural.
Dirección propuesta
• Voicings elásticos con preservación natural del tono Aquí es exactamente donde la IA puede aportar un valor real. En lugar de estirar audio, BIAB podría utilizar resíntesis neural con preservación de formantes para recrear la misma interpretación musical en otro registro manteniendo el tono y el realismo originales. Esto permitiría elegir libremente voicings y registros, sin depender únicamente de lo que fue capturado en las sesiones de grabación.
• Finales, pads y fraseos naturales Algunos RealTracks y RealDrums —especialmente los pads— pueden terminar de forma abrupta. Un motor de fraseo basado en IA podría generar colas y transiciones suaves y orgánicas, haciendo que los arreglos suenen pulidos sin necesidad de editar en programas externos.
Esto transformaría los RealTracks de interpretaciones fijas en instrumentos musicales vivos y flexibles.
2. Flujo creativo mejorado: Utility Tracks totalmente integradas e inteligencia armónica
La creatividad debería fluir tan rápido como la idea musical, pero hoy las Utility Tracks aún se sienten parcialmente desconectadas de la lógica global del arreglo en BIAB.
Dirección propuesta
• Integración total de Shots / Rests / Holds Las Utility Tracks deberían seguir los símbolos de la Chord Sheet y los Bar Settings del mismo modo que las pistas principales. Actualmente, incluso silencios creados manualmente pueden volver a llenarse al regenerar. Una integración completa abriría posibilidades de arreglo mucho más ricas.
• Interfaz contextual emergente para acordes Al introducir un acorde, BIAB podría mostrar una ventana inteligente con inversiones, extensiones y micro-tiempos, reduciendo la navegación por menús y favoreciendo la espontaneidad.
3. Expansión de la notación y las letras para los arreglos modernos
Ahora que BIAB puede manejar hasta 24 Utility Tracks, el sistema de notación debería evolucionar para reflejar esa escala.
Dirección propuesta
• Letras multicanal (L1–L14 y más) Capas independientes de letras permitirían que coros, segundas voces y elementos hablados tengan su propio fraseo, independiente de la voz principal.
• Notación interna imprimible de la obra completa Exportar a MuseScore es útil, pero rompe el flujo creativo. Lo ideal sería que BIAB pueda visualizar e imprimir internamente el arreglo completo —no solo siete instrumentos— para que el proceso pueda finalizarse dentro del propio BIAB.
4. Producción asistida por IA: la filosofía “DaVinci Resolve”
DaVinci Resolve se convirtió en una plataforma transformadora aplicando la IA directamente a los cuellos de botella reales del flujo de trabajo, ofreciendo herramientas profesionales como enmascarado automático, eliminación de objetos, limpieza de ruido, reconstrucción de voz, edición basada en diálogo, mejora de audio, separación de stems y mucho más. El principio fue simple:
Un entorno. Una compra. Una solución profesional completa.
Band-in-a-Box tiene la misma oportunidad —especialmente si BIAB y RealBand evolucionan hacia un Módulo de Producción Unificado, diseñado alrededor de la creatividad musical.
Dirección propuesta
• Mezcla y masterización asistidas por IA Integrar herramientas de balance inteligente inspiradas en iZotope Neutron (ahora dentro del ecosistema de Native Instruments), junto con una masterización por IA que genere versiones compatibles en LUFS para cada plataforma de streaming, preservando al mismo tiempo la dinámica musical. El objetivo no es el volumen a toda costa, sino resultados listos para publicar dentro de BIAB.
Así los usuarios podrían componer, arreglar, mezclar y masterizar en un solo ecosistema coherente —tal como DaVinci Resolve unificó la postproducción.
5. Expectativas claras para la IA: útil, no solo demostrativa
Si BIAB invierte en funciones de IA como la separación de stems o la conversión de audio a MIDI, sería ideal que alcancen un estándar comparable al de las herramientas actuales —de lo contrario, muchos usuarios seguirán dependiendo de software externo.
Por ejemplo:
• La separación de stems debería aspirar a resultados similares a RipX DAW Pro, idealmente mediante análisis espectral profundo y no solo procesamiento tipo ecualización. • La conversión de audio a MIDI debería ser comparable a Melodyne 5 Studio, siendo además consciente de la armonía: respetando tonalidad, acordes y registros realistas, e integrándose directamente en la Chord Sheet y las ventanas de notación.
Si estas herramientas no alcanzan ese nivel —y no están integradas musicalmente— corren el riesgo de convertirse en demostraciones interesantes, pero no en herramientas de composición realmente útiles.
6. IA para letras — solo si realmente apoya al compositor (incluyendo conexión opcional a Internet)
Si BIAB va a ofrecer generación de letras mediante IA, debería aportar un valor creativo real —no solo a partir de una base de datos limitada, sino también mediante la posibilidad de acceder opcionalmente a una base de conocimiento más amplia, siempre con el consentimiento del usuario.
Muchos sistemas actuales (como ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, etc.) son potentes no solo porque generen texto, sino porque están entrenados con —o pueden consultar— grandes volúmenes de información cultural y lingüística. Eso les permite inspirar al autor en temas, estructuras, patrones de rima, tono emocional y lenguaje propio de cada género.
Dirección propuesta
BIAB podría ofrecer un asistente de letras por IA que:
• funcione localmente con la propia biblioteca de BIAB y, si el usuario lo autoriza, pueda conectarse a Internet para obtener una inspiración más amplia, • sugiera ideas sin copiar letras existentes, • comprenda el contexto musical (género, tempo, atmósfera), • y se integre directamente en el flujo creativo, evitando que el usuario tenga que salir de BIAB para buscar inspiración.
El objetivo no es sustituir al compositor, sino mantener el flujo creativo dentro de BIAB desde la primera idea hasta la canción terminada.
Conclusión: fortalecer la verdadera identidad de BIAB
Ninguna de estas ideas pretende convertir a BIAB en un DAW genérico. Más bien:
Buscan proteger lo que hace único a BIAB —la creación musical inteligente— y, al mismo tiempo, ofrecer la posibilidad de terminar toda la obra sin salir de la plataforma.
Si los RealTracks se vuelven realmente elásticos, si las Utility Tracks se integran por completo en la lógica del arreglo, si la notación y las letras reflejan arreglos reales, y si la mezcla, masterización y letras asistidas por IA permiten completar una canción en un solo entorno, entonces BIAB podrá seguir siendo, con pleno orgullo, la estación creativa musical más integrada y musical del mundo.
Nota: Debido a mis compromisos laborales y a la diferencia horaria entre Europa y Estados Unidos, es posible que no siempre pueda responder con rapidez a los comentarios. Les pido disculpas de antemano si tardo un poco en contestar. Aprecio sinceramente cualquier opinión o conversación que este mensaje pueda generar.
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Translated (quite a lengthy wishlist) Edit: although then I found that there are two identical posts, the other in English
Hello PG Music team and community,
I'm writing as a long-time and deeply grateful Band-in-a-Box user. BIAB has always been a true pioneer. Long before "AI" became a buzzword, BIAB was already offering accompaniment tools and musical intelligence that changed the way music is created. Looking ahead to BIAB 2025 and beyond, I'd like to share some constructive thoughts on how AI can strengthen—not dilute—BIAB's original mission: to empower musical creativity from the very first chord.
1. "Neural RealTracks": From Fixed Performances to Elastic Musical Expression
RealTracks are one of BIAB's greatest strengths. However, they remain limited to the musical register in which they were originally recorded. Unlike a sampler or synthesizer, a RealTrack cannot be freely "transposed" between octaves—in many cases, that performance simply doesn't exist in the requested register—and while some limited transposition may be possible, RealTracks are not designed as elastic instruments that change registers while maintaining a completely natural timbre.
Proposed Direction
• Elastic Voicings with Natural Pitch Preservation This is precisely where AI can make a real difference. Instead of stretching audio, BIAB could use formant-preserving neural resynthesis to recreate the same musical performance in another register while maintaining the original pitch and realism. This would allow for free choice of voicings and registers, without being solely dependent on what was captured in the recording sessions.
• Natural Endings, Pads, and Phrasing Some RealTracks and RealDrums—especially the pads—can end abruptly. An AI-based phrasing engine could generate smooth, organic tails and transitions, making arrangements sound polished without the need for external editing software.
This would transform RealTracks from static performances into living, flexible musical instruments.
2. Improved Creative Flow: Fully Integrated Utility Tracks and Harmonic Intelligence
Creativity should flow as quickly as the musical idea, but today Utility Tracks still feel somewhat disconnected from the overall arrangement logic in BIAB.
Proposed Direction
• Full Integration of Shots/Rests/Holds Utility Tracks should follow Chord Sheet symbols and Bar Settings just like the main tracks. Currently, even manually created rests can be refilled upon regeneration. Full integration would unlock much richer arrangement possibilities.
• Pop-up contextual interface for chords When a chord is entered, BIAB could display a smart window with inversions, extensions, and micro-times, reducing menu navigation and encouraging spontaneity.
3. Expanding notation and lyrics for modern arrangements
Now that BIAB can handle up to 24 Utility Tracks, the notation system should evolve to reflect that scale.
Proposed direction
• Multi-channel lyrics (L1–L14 and beyond) Independent layers of lyrics would allow choirs, backing vocals, and spoken elements to have their own phrasing, independent of the lead vocal.
• Printable internal notation of the entire work Exporting to MuseScore is useful, but it breaks the creative flow. Ideally, BIAB should be able to display and print the entire arrangement internally—not just seven instruments—so that the process can be finalized within BIAB itself.
4. AI-Assisted Production: The “DaVinci Resolve” Philosophy
DaVinci Resolve became a transformative platform by applying AI directly to real workflow bottlenecks, offering professional tools such as automatic masking, object removal, noise cleanup, speech reconstruction, dialogue-based editing, audio enhancement, stem separation, and much more. The principle was simple:
One environment. One purchase. One complete professional solution.
Band-in-a-Box has the same opportunity—especially if BIAB and RealBand evolve into a Unified Production Module, designed around musical creativity.
Proposed Direction
• AI-Assisted Mixing and Mastering Integrate intelligent balance tools inspired by iZotope Neutron (now part of the Native Instruments ecosystem), along with AI mastering that generates LUFS-compatible versions for each streaming platform, while preserving musical dynamics. The goal is not volume at all costs, but release-ready results within BIAB.
This would allow users to compose, arrange, mix, and master within a single, coherent ecosystem—just as DaVinci Resolve unified post-production.
5. Clear Expectations for AI: Useful, Not Just Demonstrative
If BIAB invests in AI features like stem separation or audio-to-MIDI conversion, it would be ideal if they reached a standard comparable to current tools—otherwise, many users will continue to rely on external software.
For example:
• Stem separation should aim for results similar to RipX DAW Pro, ideally through deep spectral analysis and not just EQ-type processing.
• Audio-to-MIDI conversion should be comparable to Melodyne 5 Studio, while also being harmony-aware: respecting tonality, chords, and realistic registers, and integrating directly into the Chord Sheet and notation windows.
If these tools don't reach that level—and aren't musically integrated—they risk becoming interesting demonstrations, but not truly useful composition tools.
6. AI for Lyrics — Only if it truly supports the songwriter (including optional internet connection)
If BIAB is going to offer AI-powered lyrics generation, it should provide real creative value—not just from a limited database, but also by offering optional access to a broader knowledge base, always with the user's consent.
Many current systems (such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok, DeepSeek, etc.) are powerful not only because they generate text, but because they are trained on—or can access—large volumes of cultural and linguistic information. This allows them to inspire the songwriter with themes, structures, rhyme schemes, emotional tone, and genre-specific language.
Proposed Direction
BIAB could offer an AI-powered lyrics assistant that:
• works locally with BIAB's own library and, with user permission, can connect to the internet for broader inspiration,
• suggests ideas without copying existing lyrics,
• understands the musical context (genre, tempo, atmosphere),
• and integrates directly into the creative workflow, preventing the user from having to leave BIAB to find inspiration.
The goal is not to replace the composer, but to maintain the creative flow within BIAB from the initial idea to the finished song.
Conclusion: Strengthening BIAB's True Identity
None of these ideas are intended to turn BIAB into a generic DAW. Rather:
They aim to protect what makes BIAB unique—intelligent music creation—while simultaneously offering the possibility of completing the entire work without leaving the platform.
If RealTracks become truly flexible, if Utility Tracks are fully integrated into the arrangement logic, if notation and lyrics reflect actual arrangements, and if AI-assisted mixing, mastering, and lyrics allow a song to be completed in a single environment, then BIAB can proudly remain the world's most integrated and musically driven creative workstation.
Note: Due to my work commitments and the time difference between Europe and the United States, I may not always be able to respond to comments promptly. I apologize in advance if I am slow to reply. I sincerely appreciate any feedback or discussion this message may generate.
Last edited by AudioTrack; Yesterday at 03:15 PM.
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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.
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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.
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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
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Looking for more great add-ons, then upgrade to the 2026 49-PAK for just $49 and you'll get:
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- Instrumental Studies 25 - Soul Jazz Guitar Soloing
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Join Tobin as he takes you on a tour of the new user interface in Band-in-a-Box® 2026 for Windows®! This modern GUI redesign offers a sleek new look with updated toolbars, refreshed windows, and a smoother workflow. The brand-new side toolbar puts track selection, the MultiPicker Library, and other essential tools right at your fingertips. Plus, our upgraded Multi-View lets you layer multiple windows without overlap, giving you a highly flexible workspace. Many windows—including Tracks, Piano Roll, and more—have been redesigned for improved usability and a cleaner, more intuitive interface, and more!
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Introducing XPro Styles PAK 10 – Now Available for Windows Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 10 for Windows & Mac Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 28 RealTracks and RealDrums!
Few things are certain in life: death, taxes, and a brand spankin’ new XPro Styles PAK! In this, the 10th edition of our XPro Styles PAK series, we’ve got 100 styles coming your way! We have the classic 25 styles each from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, and rounding out this volume's wildcard slot is 25 styles in the Praise & Worship genre! A wide spanning genre, you can find everything from rock, folk, country, and more underneath its umbrella. The included 28 RealTracks and RealDrums can be used with any Band-in-a-Box® 2026 (and higher) package.
Here’s just a small sampling of what you can look forward to in XPro Styles PAK 10: Soft indie folk worship songs, bumpin’ country boogies, gospel praise breaks, hard rockin’ pop, funky disco grooves, smooth Latin jazz pop, bossa nova fusion, western swing, alternative hip-hop, cool country funk, and much more!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 10 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 10 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.
Introducing Xtra Styles PAK 21 – Now Available for Windows Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Windows & Mac Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) is here with 200 brand new RealStyles!
We're excited to bring you our latest Xtra Styles PAK installment—the all new Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher)!
Rejoice, one and all, for Xtra Styles PAK 21 for Band-in-a-Box® is here! We’re serving up 200 brand spankin’ new styles to delight your musical taste buds! The first three courses are the classics you’ve come to know and love, including offerings from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, but, not to be outdone, this year’s fourth course is bro country! A wide ranging genre, you can find everything from hip-hop, uptempo outlaw country, hard hitting rock, funk, and even electronica, all with that familiar bro country flair. The dinner bell has been rung, pickup up Xtra Styles PAK 21 today!
In this PAK you’ll discover: Energetic folk rock, raucous train beats, fast country boogies, acid jazz grooves, laid-back funky jams, a bevy of breezy jazz waltzes, calm electro funk, indie synth pop, industrial synth metal, and more bro country than could possibly fit in the back of a pickup truck!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the Xtra Styles PAKs 1 - 21 are on special for only $29 each (reg $49), or get all 21 PAKs for $199 (reg $399)! Order now!
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Video: Xtra Styles PAK 21 Overview & Styles Demos: Watch now!
Note: The Xtra Styles require the UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, or Audiophile Edition of Band-in-a-Box®. (Xtra Styles PAK 21 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.
Introducing XPro Styles PAK 10 – Now Available for Mac Band-in-a-Box 2025 and Higher!
We've just released XPro Styles PAK 10 for Mac & Windows Band-in-a-Box version 2025 (and higher) with 100 brand new RealStyles, plus 28 RealTracks and RealDrums!
Few things are certain in life: death, taxes, and a brand spankin’ new XPro Styles PAK! In this, the 10th edition of our XPro Styles PAK series, we’ve got 100 styles coming your way! We have the classic 25 styles each from the rock & pop, jazz, and country genres, and rounding out this volume's wildcard slot is 25 styles in the Praise & Worship genre! A wide spanning genre, you can find everything from rock, folk, country, and more underneath its umbrella. The included 28 RealTracks and RealDrums can be used with any Band-in-a-Box® 2026 (and higher) package.
Here’s just a small sampling of what you can look forward to in XPro Styles PAK 10: Soft indie folk worship songs, bumpin’ country boogies, gospel praise breaks, hard rockin’ pop, funky disco grooves, smooth Latin jazz pop, bossa nova fusion, western swing, alternative hip-hop, cool country funk, and much more!
Special offers until December 31st, 2025!
All the XPro Styles PAKs 1 - 10 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 10 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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