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Since I got BIAB 2026 in December 2025 my Calkwalk TTS-1 basically made no sound. I found the solution to my problem today by doing STEP 1 of the following list of TTS-1 within BIAB Troubleshooting steps. Now I can use my TTS-1 as my default GM Synth in Band-in-Box! 1. Re-register the TTS-1 DLL (Most Likely Solution) TTS-1 often stops working because its registration is lost. You need to manually register the file. • Close Band-in-a-Box. • Open the Windows Command Prompt as Administrator (Search for "cmd", right-click, "Run as Administrator"). • Type the following command and press Enter: regsvr32 "C:\Program Files\Cakewalk\Shared DXi\TTS-1\TTS-1.dll" • Note: If you have a 32-bit Windows system, the path might be Program Files (x86). • Restart Band-in-a-Box. [ **STEP 1 JUST ABOVE WAS APPLIED AND IT WORKED PERFECTLY! NOW THE SOUND PLAYBACK WITH THE CAKEWALK TTS-1 IS FINE! --Peter Hewer**] 2. Verify DXi/VST Settings in BIAB Band-in-a-Box must be configured to use DXi instruments properly. • Go to Options > MIDI/Audio Driver Setup in Band-in-a-Box. • Ensure Use DXi/VSTi Synth is checked. • Click [DXi Synth Settings]. • Select Cakewalk TTS-1 from the list of available synths. • Ensure no other MIDI driver is causing a conflict (e.g., try setting MIDI Output to "None" if you are only using the DXi). 3. Reinstall BandLab Cakewalk (Fixes Missing Files) If you recently installed or updated BandLab Cakewalk, it may have damaged the shared TTS-1 files. Reinstalling the DAW usually restores it. • Open the BandLab Assistant, go to the Apps tab, and choose to Install (or Reinstall) Cakewalk by BandLab. • During installation, ensure the "TTS-1" or "Shared Plugins" option is checked. • After installation, restart your computer and try loading BIAB again. 4. Delete the Plugin Cache File If BIAB is trying to load a broken reference to the plugin, it will fail. • Close Band-in-a-Box. • Go to your bb folder (usually C:\bb or C:\Program Files (x86)\PG Music\Band-in-a-Box). • Locate the file DXiPluginList.ini and delete it. • Restart Band-in-a-Box. It will rebuild the plugin list, which often fixes the issue. 5. Check Sample Rate (Audio Sync Issues) If the TTS-1 opens but makes no sound, it may be a sample rate mismatch. • Ensure your Windows sound settings and Band-in-a-Box are both set to 44100 Hz (16 or 24-bit). • In Windows, go to Control Panel > Sound > Playback > Properties > Advanced and set it to 44100 Hz.
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Soundcloud link GOODBYE Bandcamp link GOODBYE I know it's a title that's been overused and probably used several times in this forum. I've had this one in my back pocket for a while but have been reluctant to share because I've only got one BIAB track involved. Nevertheless, I decided to share because of the amount of work that has gone into producing it! This one was inspired by my co-writer Ron Helm's past work as a hospice chaplain and in particular individuals he has ministered to who strongly emphasized that they didn't want their loved ones worrying about them because they were ready for what lay ahead of them! I played all instruments with the exception of the BIAB Cajon Folk Slow 8's Realdrums track which was used in the verses and first and second chorus I also used Drums On Demand and EZ Keys for the main electric piano track I still have work to do on the vocal effects and some mixing. Ron and I are both so appreciative of your time to listen and comment! Goodbye Torrey Bliss/Ron Helm ©2025 Glass Gate Music BMI The sadness fades As you start a brand new day The sunrise comes and it takes you away I know that time is sleeping And slipping away Our last breath here Will be our first breath there Goodbye don't cry I'll be alright I'll wait there for you Where we'll walk in the light Now and then Sometimes you will think of me I'll show up in ways That only you can see Though time slips away You'll still see reflections of me Look up believe that Jesus Is The One we'll see Goodbye don't cry I'll be alright I'll wait there for you Where we'll walk in the light It may seem you're near the end of the road Just know it's not the end We're not walking alone The Lord is taking you to A place that we cannot comprehend Goodbye don't cry I'll be alright I'll wait there for you Where we'll walk in the light
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I was checking them out the other day. They sound incredible. I used to do a lot of SATB arranging for choirs and ensembles. If something like this had been around 20 years ago, it would have been brilliant. I'll definitely be getting these vocaloids and playing around with them. The special deal for all three choir sets is good value!
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Dreamtonics Synthesizer V 2.2 now supports choir mode. They also offer three different choirs SATB voice sets. I don't know if you've tried creating SATB choirs with your solo artist, but it is doable. It takes a lot more finessing of each individual voice in the choir. The new 2.2 Unison mode makes it easy to create a 64 person SATB choir, if you already have Soprano, Alto Tenor and Bass singers. However their new choir voice sets, which come with four individual Sopranos, four Altos, four Tenors, and four Bass voices which can all be multiplied 16 x 4 to produce an extremely realistic out of the box choirs. If you're looking for a choir to join in on your song for Choruses, Bridges or Outros it's worth checking out.
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Wow, Laurent, what a production! Everything about this was top shelf! I couldn't follow what you said about Suno and MIDI, but the results speak for themselves. This looks like something Brazil Touristry would produce. Super job!
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Laurent, Wow! This is excellent listening and equally excellent viewing. I love what you've created and how you've put audio and visuals together. As others have said, this is incredibly infectious. I loved the musical journey! Noel
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Hi Dan. I'm so sorry for your loss. I've just had a listen to both songs and they are incredibly engaging in every way. They are a wonderful tribute to your late friend's talent. RIP Buddy.
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Thanks you are right - no email but the freebee is there.
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I have been using the Arranger version in Reaper for a couple days. No ARA2, but the VST works well. I had some really troubles but it was just me trying to go to fast. It highly resembles toontrack EZ products. For me the trickey part was working with tempo maps to synch the Tonalics with my audio tracks in current projects. It you do that wrong -strange things happen which you will swear is a bug. Good news is when you figure that part out, and there is (Tempo/timing video) - all goes very well.
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Sounds great overall, Andrew, I like the attitude. Love the intro. Cool riff! Good write. For me I find the lead playing at the same time as the vocal a little busy, I'm more a fan of the lead guitar answering the vocal than competing with it. But! That's just my personal taste wink Musically I love what you did in verse 3, followed by the build, very effective. Good song, listened both on YT and SC. Hi Dave - this 'busyness' was deliberate on my part because to my ears, grunge is like a wall of sound, so I tried to be true to the genre - or at least what I interpreted as the genre. e.g. I loathe this and heavy metal that are constantly using crash cymbals that drown out high end. But like you, I prefer space so I think in a few days I will do a little remix to lower the 3729 RT (or splice and dice around the vocal) and replace the track in SC. Re verse 3, I always think about variation in my recordings so it's not 3-4 minutes of the same. Thanks for listening twice! That's a great sound. Love the edgy feel of this one. Your vocal is perfect for the arrangement. Excellent mix as well. Nicely done! Thanks Bob - and for the comment about my vocals. I was concerned that my voice is not build for grunge - I kept thinking it's a bit like Chris de Burgh trying to sing heavy metal.  I thought I got the BVs right in the mix - they were initially a bit boomy but my mix got them more towards the back I hope. ‘Tinnitus Rock’. Ha! I love that. Guitar players standing under cymbals. Yep, this is a cool and heavy song, Andrew. Good mix. Also, Ilike the screenshot of the music. The break down really adds a huge gulp of dynamics. You caould sidechain-duck the guitar behind the vocal. I really like the harmony too, and sometimes the guitar overtakes it. Otherwise a brilliant mix. Thanks Marty - see comment above about the guitar in the mix. I think I know what you mean about 'sidechain-duck the guitar' but could you elaborate a bit more about this technique - or point me to a resource that will explain it? Re the screenshot, I'm going to do this in future with my new releases. The break in verse 3 enabled me to see how much ringing in the ears I actually had! …..second attempt at a review! Lost the first one after accidentally closing the browser! ….hate doing things twice!! Another strong lyric driven song with great subject matter. The opening riff sets the tone and we know we’re in for an angst filled ride. The IMPURE style really suits that angry vibe you’re going for. It has the feel of rebellion that a Green Day song has, I can hear Billie Joe giving it his all. I have to agree with one comment, that the lead guitar over the vocals is distracting at times, perhaps you could lower it at those times. The video was excellent as well, you’re getting a professional quality to those these days. As always a good write, well played song from you Andrew. Kind regards Yes Lee - I've done that a few times as well. I can never write as well the second time around. Yes, I am getting into a rhythm with the video production - most of my time goes into searching for relevant content - glad you liked it. This is a super sound. I love the topic, and the lyrics fit really well with the style and the arrangement. As Bob said, this is "edgy". In addition, your vocals and mix are great. I enjoyed listening. Thanks Noel! I'm not an edgy or angsty person by nature, so I can only listen to this type of music in small doses. However, the riff I had from 2016 required me to do something out of the norm to do it justice. I have to admit I have been doing a lot of reading and pod listening on the topic in recent months, so it does get me riled up a bit. Thanks everyone for listening and commenting! Andrew
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Open the settings in the tracks window, close it, and then go to the audio edit window and do the same. When you close the settings dialog it throws an exception. Can anyone else confirm? Only happen if you have opened settings in track view first. Confirmed here. I'll report it to the developers. ![[Linked Image]](https://www.pgmusic.com/forums/ubbthreads.php?ubb=download&Number=32220&filename=2026-01-22_11-10-40.jpg)
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Thank you Blue for your very kind words and listen. Yes, a lot of good advice which I hope I’ve absorbed and can put to good use on future numbers. Im glad the groove and feel appealed to you, that lets me know I’m on the right track. Kind regards.
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Using BIAB 2026 b1217. Trying to find a rhythm and blues style for a new song. I’m in the style picker window and when I put R&B in Filter String spot, a lot of styles that do not have R&B in Name or Other Genres are listed. I usually don’t use the style picker. Any tips are appreciated. Thanks, Ralph
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Yes, agreed. Make this an integrated option as part of the RTFS. Sending users into folders and asking then to manually delete / move / rename files does present some risks
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Chris, if you open your original post, there is a button to mark it as [Resolved].
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... BUT.... There is one free amp - and all the typical effects you might need - that is well worth your time if you are looking for a freebee... Get everything on this page: https://www.nembriniaudio.com/collections/free Load up the standalone host (NA Live Rig) and play... It is Sweeeeeeet! It is my 2nd go-to. (Close to the sound quality of S-gear). ... Thanks Floyd - downloaded the freebie and waiting for an opportune time to give it a spin. Andrew
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Thanks, I just downloaded it. It turns up as Tonalic ARA in Studio Pro 8. Now I just have to figure out how to use it. The video will show you how to use Tonalic ARA in studio one. It also shows how to use it without ARA for most other DAWS as well. How to use Tonalic in ARA2 mode in Presonus Studio One
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Hi Ron. What an excellent listen! I love everything about this... music, lyrics, your singing, the arrangement and the final mix. Everything fits together so perfectly and it's a pleasure to sit back, enjoy and smile. I'm a fan of feel-good songs and this definitely had me feeling good and feeling entertained in a satisfying and pleased way. --Noel
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Current status... I downloaded BIAB patch build 1224 today and installed it. I retested the problem I was having and the system now saves and restores the two colors that were a problem. I updated the thread title to reflect this testing.
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Congratulations Janice, Bud and Peter. I am so happy the public is checking out the incredible music you have been producing. Well done Thank you Scott! J&B
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Current status... I downloaded BIAB patch build 1224 today and installed it. I looked in the folder R:\bb\Drums\FolkPopSlow16thsBrushes and found the text file FolkPopSlow16thsBrushes_60_style.txt which had been missing from this folder prior to the patch. I retested the problem I was having and the demo song now successfully generates the drum part with no errors. I updated the thread title to reflect this testing.
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Hi Andrew. This is a super sound. I love the topic, and the lyrics fit really well with the style and the arrangement. As Bob said, this is "edgy". In addition, your vocals and mix are great. I enjoyed listening. --Noel
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View those many user videos. I just spent two days figuring it out with Support only to find the problem with the arranger version was User-error. Its all in those videos.
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