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The Music Producer's Creative Guide to Ableton Live 11

by Anna Lakatos

March 2023

Beginner

468 pages

10h 47m

English

Packt Publishing

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ForewordContributorsAbout the authorAbout the reviewer
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Technical requirementsIntroduction to Live conceptsSetting up the preferencesTour of the interfaceThe browserGroove PoolHelp ViewClip View/Device ViewControl BarSession View versus Arrangement ViewSession ViewArrangement ViewGetting your work outExporting audioSaving your workSaving templatesSummary
Technical requirementsSetting up Live for recordingRouting and monitoringImporting and recording audio in Session ViewImporting and recording audio in Arrangement ViewRecording with punch-in or punch-outUsing Take Lanes in Live 11Summary
Technical requirementsExploring the Clip ViewThe Clip View tabsAudio editing functions in Live 11Editing audio in the Session ViewEditing audio in the Arrangement ViewThe world of audio warping in LiveThe different Warp modes in LiveTempo leader and FollowerThe Seg. BPMWorking with transientsOther Warp commands in LiveSaving your warped audio for future useSummary
Technical requirementsImporting and exporting MIDI Into LiveProgramming MIDI – drawing notes and step inputThe grid settings in the MIDI editorDrawing MIDI notes in Arrangement ViewReal-time recordingRecording MIDI notes in real time in Session ViewRecording in real time in Arrangement ViewThe benefits of using and setting up a MIDI controllerHow to use Overdub and Take Lanes in Arrangement ViewMIDI Arrangement OverdubLoop recording and Take LanesExploring Capture MIDIDiscovering Scale Mode and Scale Settings in Ableton  Live 11Summary
Technical requirementsUnderstanding the basic MIDI editing functionsExploring Quantize, velocity, and note chance in Live 11QuantizeVelocityNote chanceDiving into the Groove PoolApplying different grooves to individual drum soundsExtracting groovesUtilizing the MIDI transform toolsAn introduction to multi-clip editingExploring Live’s MIDI effectsArpeggiatorChordNote LengthPitchRandomScaleVelocitySummary
Technical requirementsTrack linking in Live 11Comping in Live 11Creative comping in Live 11Summary

Technical requirementsHybrid ReverbOther new and updated effect devices in Live 11Spectral ResonatorSpectral TimeChorus-EnsemblePhaser-FlangerUnderstanding the differences between Insert Effect Chains and Return TracksLooking into sidechaining techniquesSidechaining with compressorsSidechaining with the Gate deviceSidechaining with Auto FilterUsing a Ghost Sidechain TriggerSummary
Technical requirementsAn introduction to Device Racks in LiveExploring Instrument RacksMacrosCreating Audio Effect RacksSetting up the Chain Selector as our dry/wet controllerExploring Drum RacksSummary
Technical requirementsIntroduction to audio-to-MIDI conversionConverting melody, harmony, and drums into MIDIConvert Melody to New MIDI TrackConvert Harmony to New MIDI TrackConvert Drums to New MIDI TrackConverting MIDI into audio with Freeze and FlattenSlice to New MIDI TrackThe Simpler deviceSimpler inspiration materialSummary
Technical requirementsPreparing to arrange – session organization techniquesFrom Session View to the Arrangement ViewEditing your arrangementCut, Copy, Paste, and Duplicate Time commandsInserting silenceLocators and Info TextTrack groupingSummary
Technical requirementsTempo and time signature changesImplementing tempo changesImplementing time signature changesRecording automation in the Arrangement ViewDisabling, re-enabling, and deleting automationRecording automation in the Session ViewDrawing and editing automationDrawing automationLocking envelopes in the Arrangement ViewClip envelopesAutomation versus modulationSummary
Technical requirementsAn introduction to MPEUsing MPE with the Wavetable deviceMPE ControlExpression ControlMPE with a controllerSummary
Technical requirementsExploring Tempo Follower in Live 11Follow ActionClip quantization with Follow ActionFollow Action applied to ScenesDisabling and deleting Follow ActionIntroduction to M4LWorking with video in LiveEditing audio and videoExporting your workSaving the project with videoAbleton Note appSummary
Technical requirementsMIDI controllersControl surfacesGeneric MIDI controllersMIDI mapping in LiveMIDI mapping third-party pluginsTakeover modesKey MappingUsing hardware synths with LiveConfiguring Live’s audio and MIDI preferencesSetting up External Instrument in LiveRecording audio from the hardware synth into Ableton LiveMIDI CCsSummary
Technical requirementsPlaying live with Ableton LiveClip Launch optionsClip Launch modes for individual clips in the Session ViewSetting up dummy clipsSyncing with Ableton Link and MIDISynchronizing via Ableton LinkSynchronizing via MIDICue Out and output routingAbleton Push and other controller considerationsSummary
Technical requirementsApproaching a track mixdownVolume balancePanningSubtractive EQingCompressionAdditive EQingCreative effectsSplit-band processing in LiveSidechained reverbParallel CompressionMid-side EQingPreparing your mix for masteringSummary
Technical requirementsManaging missing filesManaging unused filesManaging third-party plug-insSummary
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Overview

In "The Music Producer's Creative Guide to Ableton Live 11", dive into this comprehensive guide tailored for music creators eager to master Ableton Live 11's tools and workflows. Whether you're transferring skills from another DAW or expanding your Live expertise, this guide will help you unlock new production capabilities and approach projects with confidence.

What this Book will help me do

Understand the fundamentals of working with Ableton Live 11, including recording, editing, and effects.
Implement Groove and MIDI effects, and explore Live 11's workflow advancements effectively.
Master using Ableton Live 11's Audio to MIDI conversion for streamlined composing.
Explore automation, modulation, and Live 11's new tools to enhance your creative process.
Learn intuitive live performance techniques and advanced production workflows.

Author(s)

None Lakatos is an experienced music producer with years of expertise working with digital audio workstations, especially Ableton Live. Passionate about music production and performance, None brings a rich understanding of creative and technical processes, making their explanations accessible and practical for learners of all levels.

Who is it for?

This book is ideal for music producers who want to advance their skills in digital audio workstations, with a particular focus on Ableton Live 11. If you are a musician with a foundation in music production or a user familiar with other DAWs considering transitioning to Ableton Live, this book will suit your needs. Music production enthusiasts looking for a well-guided approach to leveraging Live's features will also find this book valuable. From beginners familiar with basic concepts to intermediate producers exploring Live's advanced offerings, this book caters to a wide range of learners.