Premise: Many play by ear and have limited knowledge of what the chord they're playing is actually called. An "insert chord from keyboard/device" type of feature (within the Chord Builder maybe?) could go a long way to simplify and streamline workflow if implemented. And before you say it, I know we already got the 'import chords from file' thing, but it's a much slower method for one thing, and highly unreliable in terms of accurate results to boot. Accepting my chord straight from device would be so, so much easier.
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Of course not, for by the sound of it that would be precisely what I'm suggesting here, wouldn't it
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Indeed. Consider it added into that seemingly endless pile that falls under the "Catch us up already!" section, then,
p.s. Btw, I deliberately stopped reading/watching anything that lists the PC features years ago, so you'll excuse my ignorance about this one. Thanks for the input.
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
RapidComposer will let you do that, from a pallet, midi keyboard or Mac keyboard, as well as suggestions or dice. You can do live on the fly chord entry from midi keys and it will transform the tracks as you play.
Well sure, there are loads of music programs that "will let you do that". I hardly thought I was inventing the concept here, you know. It just so happens that (for the Mac) Band-in-a-Box isn't one of them
What is it with you and RapidComposer anyway, it's in practically every other of your posts lately
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Eddie, May I suggest you modify the thread heading to indicate your suggestion is for the Mac software. +1. I'm all for the Mac and PC versions being the same as much as possible.
While I'm very glad for your +1 and general support, I have to say I'm far less thrilled about the "change thread header" idea. Or have you ever come across a "I'd like you to add this to the PC version of BBox" kind of post around this place? Of course not It's already established firmly enough earlier in this thread that this falls very much into the "Catch us up" category (I just didn't know it at the time of posting), which should be enough.
And then, regarding Mac-specific (or lack thereof) in general, there's always THIS:
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
...What is it with you and RapidComposer anyway, it's in practically every other of your posts lately
I suppose it's a bit like all those post I do for free SFZs that would irritate a lot of uses, hey ?
Re: RC It is basically the color of it that really turns me on.
The second reason is it that it integrates with Biab as you can load the chord track from BB>RC RC>BB, it loads as a vst in Mac BB, it expands the capabilities of BB no end. It solves a lot of problems and wishes that may take centuries to eventuate in BB, if at all, lowers the blood pressure and stress levels than trying to use BB alone.. It integrates, as I asked RC to add and fix a lot of things and they just did it, overnight in most cases. Mind you it is just another "option" that may be use by you or anyone else that finds this page and reads this post after doing a google or local search. This is helping others by giving them "options" that they may never get with BB alone.
How many post do you want me to show you with users that purchased RC but could not work out how to use it but once I posted guides they now use it with BB and are very thankful.
"...What is it with you and RapidComposer anyway ?" It may very well go over the top of a lot of uses heads and they may very well criticize what they can't understand, but he who has ears will hear. One only needs to go back in time in this here forum and look at suggestions and ides that were knocked and ridiculed at the time only to be now major features within Biab. I have a had personal experience with this so many times going way way way back.
You also have the option, yes another option, of totally ignoring the ravings of some crazy man or, another option, take a crazy wild risky ride into the unknown
I suppose it's a bit like all those post I do for free SFZs that would irritate a lot of uses, hey?
Irritate? Certainly not me, I say keep'em coming, buddy
And absolutely a big fair enuff on the rest of that reply, warts & all. I was only curious of why you seem so invested in this one, particular 3rd-party product... so just I had to poke
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Things getting a bit overly defensive without cause here, me thinks, but again fair enuff
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Guesses chord names based on MIDI input, or from clicked notes on the keyboard display. You can copy the chord for pasting into midiChords (or as plain text).
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Guess what, now that I'm on the 2017 version, I've actually found the very feature that started this whole thread! It even looks like it may have been in there all along and I just wasn't aware of it for its obscure location
There's only one thing to do in crisis like this - Sleep on it! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- BBox 2022 Audiophile, Mac Pro Intel, OSX 10.6.8, 800x600 (TV VGA)
Add updated printing options, enhanced tracks settings, smoother use of MGU and SGU (BB files) within PowerTracks, and more with the latest PowerTracks Pro Audio 2024 update!
Download and install this to your RealBand 2024 for updated print options, streamlined loading and saving of .SGU & MGU (BB) files, and to add a number of program adjustments that address user-reported bugs and concerns.
Did you know... not only can you download your Band-in-a-Box® Pro, MegaPAK, or PlusPAK purchase - you can also choose to add a flash drive backup copy with the installation files for only $15? It even comes with a Band-in-a-Box® keychain!
For the larger Band-in-a-Box® packages (UltraPAK, UltraPAK+, Audiophile Edition), the hard drive backup copy is available for only $25. This will include a preinstalled and ready to use program, along with your installation files.
Backup copies are offered during the checkout process on our website.
Already purchased your e-delivery version, and now you wish you had a backup copy? It's not too late! If your purchase was for the current version of Band-in-a-Box®, you can still reach out to our team directly to place your backup copy order!
Note: the Band-in-a-Box® keychain is only included with flash drive backup copies, and cannot be purchased separately.
Handy flash drive tip: Always try plugging in a USB device the wrong way first? If your flash drive (or other USB plug) doesn't have a symbol to indicate which way is up, look for the side with a seam on the metal connector (it only has a line across one side) - that's the side that either faces down or to the left, depending on your port placement.
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows® Today!
Update your Band-in-a-Box® 2024 for Windows for free with build 1111!
With this update, there's more control when saving images from the Print Preview window, we've added defaults to the MultiPicker for sorting and font size, updated printing options, updated RealTracks and other content, and addressed user-reported issues with the StylePicker, MIDI Soloists, key signature changes, and more!
A few excerpts:
"The Tracks view is possibly the single most powerful addition in 2024 and opens up a new way to edit and generate accompaniments. Combined with the new MultiPicker Library Window, it makes BIAB nearly perfect as an 'intelligent' composer/arranger program."
"MIDI SuperTracks partial generation showing six variations – each time the section is generated it can be instantly auditioned, re-generated or backed out to a previous generation – and you can do this with any track type. This is MAJOR! This takes musical experimentation and honing an arrangement to a new level, and faster than ever."
"Band in a Box continues to be an expansive musical tool-set for both novice and experienced musicians to experiment, compose, arrange and mix songs, as well as an extensive educational resource. It is huge, with hundreds of functions, more than any one person is likely to ever use. Yet, so is any DAW that I have used. BIAB can do some things that no DAW does, and this year BIAB has more DAW-like functions than ever."
Convenient Ways to Listen to Band-in-a-Box® Songs Created by Program Users!
The User Showcase Forum is an excellent place to share your Band-in-a-Box® songs and listen to songs other program users are creating!
There are other places you can listen to these songs too! Visit our User Showcase page to sort by genre, artist (forum name), song title, and date - each listing will direct you to the forum post for that song.
If you'd rather listen to these songs in one place, head to our Band-in-a-Box® Radio, where you'll have the option to select the genre playlist for your listening pleasure. This page has SoundCloud built in, so it won't redirect you. We've also added the link to the Artists SoundCloud page here, and a link to their forum post.
We hope you find some inspiration from this amazing collection of User Showcase Songs!
Our User Showcase Forum receives more than 50 posts per day, with people sharing their Band-in-a-Box songs and providing feedback for other songs posted.
One of our representatives will be happy to help you over the phone. Our hours of operation are from
6:00AM to 6:00PM PST (GMT -8) Monday thru Friday, and 8:00AM to 4:00PM PST Saturday. We are closed Sunday. You can also send us your questions via email.
One of our representatives will be happy to help you on our Live Chat or by email. Our hours of operation are from
6:00AM to 6:00PM PST (GMT -8) Monday thru Friday; 8:00AM to 4:00PM PST (GMT -8) Saturday; Closed Sunday.
or, another option, take a crazy wild risky ride into the unknown 
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean