BandLab Technologies is a collective of global music brands with a vision to connect the world of music.

BandLab Technologies is a Singapore-based company that operates a social music platform, called BandLab, and also owns a variety of music-related brands. These include Harmony and Heritage Guitars; the Guitar.com, NME, Uncut and MusicTech.net media platforms; and the Swee Lee musical instrument retailer and distributor.^[1]

BandLab is a powerful, easy to use, free DAW (recording software) that is compatible with all platforms (Mac, iPhone/iPad, PC, Android, etc.)! Cakewalk by Bandlab, previously known as SONAR, is a complete music production package, a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) that offers advanced tools for working with audio files, a user-friendly interface, and on top of everything else, it is free. This is the Cakewalk download page.

History[edit]

BandLab Technologies was founded in 2015 by Kuok Meng Ru and Steve Skillings. Kuok was a Singaporean mathematics graduate from Cambridge University who is the son of agribusiness conglomerate Wilmar International's billionaire founder and CEO Kuok Khoon Hong, and Skillings was the developer of the JamHub audio mixer.^[2] Kuok was also the owner of music retailer Swee Lee, acquired in 2012.^[3] BandLab Technologies' first product, a Cloud Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) called BandLab, was released in November.^[2]

• A word about the BandLab Discord channel: Our BandLab Discord channel is active with musicians using BandLab. The BandLab Discord channel is a great place to find collaborators, get feedback on your tracks and connect directly with the BandLab team. BandLab uses Discord to learn product insights from this group of highly engaged users.
• BandLab is the ultimate free music creation platform that over 37 million users worldwide are raving about. Import a track or create your song from scratch, collaborate with creators and producers, and publish your epic hits for the global BandLab community!

In July 2016, the company acquired Composr, an iOS app for recording audio and making music. The app and its users were integrated into BandLab.^[2] In September, the company acquired MONO Creators Inc, an American manufacturer of instrument cases, straps and accessories.^[4] Also in September, BandLab Technologies acquired 49% of iconic American music magazine Rolling Stone from publisher Wenner Media.^[5]

In September 2017, the company acquired Chew.tv, a video streaming service for DJs. The service was renamed Chew By BandLab, and was integrated into BandLab's web platform.^[6] Also in September, the company signed a sales and marketing partnership with Heritage Guitars.^[7] In November, the company announced it was relaunching the Harmony Company guitar and Teisco musical instrument brand names.^[8]

In February 2018, BandLab Technologies acquired digital audio workstationSonar from musical instrument company Gibson, after Gibson acquired and closed Sonar's developer, parent Cakewalk.^[9] Sonar was renamed Cakewalk by BandLab.^[10] In October, the company acquired brands including The Guitar Magazine and MusicTech from UK-based publisher Anthem Publishing.^[11]

In January 2019, BandLab Technologies sold its 49% stake in Rolling Stone to American publishing company Penske Media.^[12] In May, the company bought the music publications NME and Uncut from United Kingdom publisher TI Media.^[13] In August, the company announced that it was integrating its livestreaming service Chew into BandLab and renaming it as BandLab Live.^[14]

In July 2020, the company released BandLab Albums, software for digital distribution for independent artists.^[15] In October, the company reported that 22 million people were using the BandLab app.^[1] In March 2021, BandLab Technologies reported that there were 30 million people using the app.^{[citation needed]}

Brands[edit]

• BandLab - a free online Cloud Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) tool for creating music and collaborating with other musicians.^[3] It works in a browser or with a standalone app.^[16] Bandlab includes BandLab Albums, a digital distribution tool for musicians, allowing them to also create exclusive content for listeners such as demo tracks and behind-the-scenes videos.^[15][2] The tool also includes BandLab Live, a livestreaming feature.^[14]
• Cakewalk by BandLab - a digital audio workstation formerly known as Sonar.^[10]
• Guitar.com - a music news website that also publishes The Guitar Magazine.^[17][11]
• Harmony Company - originally America's largest musical instrument manufacturer, relaunched in 2018 by BandLab with guitars and amplifiers.^[18]
• Heritage - a United States-based guitar manufacturer.^[1]
• lab.fm - an online music publication.^[17]
• MONO - a manufacturer of instrument cases, straps and accessories.^[4]
• MusicTech - an online music technology publication.^[11]
• NME - formally known as New Musical Express, a UK-based music journalism website and former print publication.^[13]
• Swee Lee - a Southeast Asian musical instrument distributor and retailer.^[3]
• Teisco - a brand of musical effects pedals.^[17]
• Uncut - a UK-based monthly music and entertainment magazine.^[13]

Business model[edit]

BandLab Technologies doesn't charge for its software or digital musical content, but instead focuses on retail, manufacturing and media advertising sales.^[17]

References[edit]

1. ^ ^abc'Covid: NME owner says pandemic impact wasn't all negative'. BBC. 2020-10-03. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
2. ^ ^abcd'What You Need To Know About BandLab, The Singaporean Startup Behind That Rolling Stone Deal'. Vulcan Post. 2016-09-29. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
3. ^ ^abc'BandLab's Meng Ruo Kuok on building a business model around music'. DealStreet Asia. 2020-08-22. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
4. ^ ^ab'BandLab debuts a new 'Albums' tool for self-releasing artists'. Deal Street Asia. 2016-09-09. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
5. ^'A Large Stake in Rolling Stone Is Being Sold to This Singaporean Company'. Fortune. 2016-09-25. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
6. ^'BandLab Technologies acquires Chew.tv, a video streaming service for DJs'. Techcrunch. 2017-09-06. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
7. ^'Heritage Guitar Teams with BandLab'. MS Retailer. 2017-09-11. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
8. ^'BandLab to Reboot Teisco and Harmony Guitar Brands'. Reverb. 2017-12-14. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
9. ^'BandLab Acquires Cakewalk Assets from Gibson'. Reverb. 2018-02-23. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
10. ^ ^ab'Sonar now free, renamed 'Cakewalk by BandLab''. Sound On Sound. 2018-04-04. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
11. ^ ^abc'SG music platform BandLab acquires The Guitar Magazine, Musictech'. Deal Street Asia. 2018-10-24. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
12. ^'Penske Media Takes Full Ownership of Rolling Stone'. Variety. 2019-01-31. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
13. ^ ^abc'Music bible NME sold to Singapore's BandLab'. Financial Times. 2019-05-17. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
14. ^ ^ab''BandLab Live' adds livestreaming to popular social music platform. 'Live' replaces previous streaming platform, Chew.TV'. BandLab Technologies. 2019-08-01. Retrieved 2020-11-16.
15. ^ ^ab'BandLab debuts a new 'Albums' tool for self-releasing artists'. Musical.ly. 2020-07-01. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
16. ^'Getting set up for remote collaboration: Collaborative Platforms'. MusicTech. 2020-06-09. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
17. ^ ^abcd'Singapore's BandLab Technologies acquires iconic music magazines NME and Uncut'. Tech In Asia. 2019-05-17. Retrieved 2020-11-17.
18. ^'NAMM 2018: Harmony resurrected with new guitars and amps'. Music Radar. 2018-01-31. Retrieved 2020-11-17.

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Contents

• 2 Complete Method of downloading BandLab app for PC
  • 2.3 Find and use the installed app after installation

Download BandLab for PC to import a track or create your song from scratch, collaborate with creators and producers. Also, publish your epic hits for the global community. BnadLab is the easy-to-use and multi-track editor is a launchpad that lets you record, edit and remix any tune to perfection. The best thing about BandLab app is, you can use available creative effects, beats, loops, and vocals from hundreds of free sound packs, and be inspired by samples from musical genres. Like EDM, dubstep, garage, hip-hop, house, rock, rap and many more.

BandLab also lets you discover and stream millions of different tracks made by emerging and established artists, bands and different DJs. To create personalized playlists or tune in to BnadLab daily chart-topping curations just download this app on your device.

BandLab app Social Features

With BandLab social networking features, you will find new friends and connect with collaborators to start a band with fellow musicians, guitarists, beatmakers, and rappers. Also, there is no audition needed. Moreover, message the pros and pioneers in the community to get tips and techniques, and share your favorite collections with your audience that’s always eager to listen. Further, go from new to a seasoned musician in no time.

Best part of this App:

It comes with unlimited cloud storage so you will record to your heart’s content and BandLab works seamlessly across all devices. A crossover to its desktop site to load your projects, feed, bands, and communities instantly. BandLab application is absolutely FREE to use. It has no subscription fees, paywalls or limits to your experience.

Amazing Features of BandLab

12-Track Mix Editor: Customize track layers and add lyrics quickly to access a multi-track digital audio workstation. Also, record live audio or import, mix, splice and tweak tracks for the perfect mixdown.

100+ Vocal, Guitar, Bass Presets: Access the best effects with real-time monitoring. Also, use a medley of effects and filters, from drum phaser to gated reverb and more.

Looper: DJ like a pro with BandLab extensive loop packs.

Creator Kits: Create all-new grooves using preloaded sound packs across multiple genres.

100 plus Virtual MIDI Instruments: Compose music using anything from acoustic guitars to keyboards and pianos to synthesizers a variety of drums.

Explore: Let BandLab be a source of entertainment as you explore and get inspired by new artists, genres and collections curated just for you.

Creator Connect: Team up with like-minded artists just around the corner or halfway across the world. Just fill out your profile and we’ll match you to potential collaborators who share your musical taste and inspiration.

Mastering: Just Upload your song or recording and let this app built-in equalizer work its magic.

Tuner and Metronome: Finding your rhythm is now a cakewalk with these essential audio tools.

Remix Tracks: With “Fork” tracks make your own mashups.

Complete Method of downloading BandLab app for PC

To download BandLab for PC just follow the below mention instructions.

Firstly, Download Bluestacks your Device

1⇒ Visit the Bluestacks emulator official site, and there you will get the “Download Bluestacks” button to download Bluestacks. or use this link to download Bluestacks on your PC.

2⇒ Click on the “Download” button and it downloads .exe file on your PC or laptop.

3⇒ Now Search .exe file and open it on your device from downloads option.

4⇒ Click on the .exe file and it opens a new tab on the screen, there press the Next” button and start extracting files on your PC.

5⇒ Once the whole extracting process is completed, then click on the blue “Install” button to start the Bluestacks installations.

6⇒ When installations complete Bluestacks icon will appear on your desktop main screen or you can locate it from your download folder.

Secondly, Install BandLab for PC

1⇒ Launch Bluestacks on your PC and Google play store tab appears with a Signup page.

2⇒ Now click on the “Signup” button and put your Gmail account details to configure it.

3⇒ After a successful login gets the “Search” bar of the Google play store.

4⇒ Type BandLab and click the search button. Now BandLab and other related apps will directly appear on the Google play tab.

5⇒ Just click on the BandLab app icon and instantly you will see the green “Install Now” button on the Google Play store tab.

6⇒ Further, press that green “Install Now” button to start the installation process of BandLab.

7⇒ Once the installation is complete, then you are ready to use this app on your PC or Laptop.

Finally, your app is ready. Just click on the app icon and start using the BandLab for PC without any interruption. So start broadcast around the globe free and conveniently.

Find and use the installed app after installation

1→ After download BandLab for PC, get the app icon on the Bluestacks home page.

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2→ Further, you will get the MixPads icon on the PC desktop main screen.

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