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Find out the latest News Information, Updates about Ableton on Ableton Blog. We make Live, Push and Link unique software and hardware for music creation and performance. Ableton was founded in 1999 and released the first version of Live in 2001. Our products are used by a community of dedicated musicians, sound designers, and artists from across the world.
Ableton Blog
1w ago
In a world where conformity often reigns supreme, the pressure to neatly categorize and label our music into different genres can sometimes stifle creativity. However, for multifaceted artists like Nadia Struiwigh, these pressures serve as poignant reminders to assert individuality. Drawing inspiration from the visual cues of her surroundings and ..read more
Ableton Blog
2w ago
Climate change is an inescapable part of our current moment, and it’s no surprise artists are engaging with the subject on an ever-increasing scale. There are of course many ways to approach such a broad and complex topic, from conceptual studies and site-specific projects through to urgent expressions of anxiety ..read more
Ableton Blog
3w ago
There’s no shortage of artists attempting to twist tried-and-true styles into oblique new forms these days. Over the last few years, it has become common to see musicians try their hand at presenting novel, airy takes on everything from techno to folk. As countless new uploads hit streaming services each ..read more
Ableton Blog
1M ago
Since it first emerged in the early 1990s, there is a particular sound that has etched itself into the sonic identity of electronic music from Europe and beyond. It is a sound both timeless and steadfast in character, defined by its edgy chords, grainy textures and ethereal atmospheres. Pioneered by ..read more
Ableton Blog
1M ago
After being encouraged to enroll on a music production course at high school, New Jersey producer JWords took to composing like a duck to water, joining a local band before recording her own music and debuting with numerous explorative EPs fusing electronic and hip hop. Searching for a vocalist to ..read more
Ableton Blog
1M ago
When a sound lacks character, saturation and distortion are two of the most powerful tools in a music-maker’s kit. They can be used to give an acoustic guitar subtle warmth, help vocals cut through a busy mix or totally degrade a synth line into a chaotic wall of noise. Roar ..read more
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1M ago
Shuddering basslines, Shepard tones, and crafty cross-modulation – in this video tutorial, Side Brain guides you through some of the sound-sculpting possibilities of Live 12’s new macro oscillator synth. Learn to get the most out of Meld’s expansive modulation matrix, use its LFOs to create euclidean rhythms, and even layer ..read more
Ableton Blog
2M ago
Live 12’s new tuning feature allows you to make music using a variety of tuning systems. We’ve also created a companion website - tuning.ableton.com - that allows you to explore the various tuning presets that come with Live, and even make your own. Each tuning preset in Live 12 links ..read more
Ableton Blog
2M ago
Live 12 is available to buy now. Discover countless ways to kickstart ideas with all-new MIDI Tools, instruments and effects, plus keep your creativity flowing in a more intuitive interface. Find out what else you can do with Live 12. To see it in action, take a look at these ..read more
Ableton Blog
2M ago
When musicians talk about "finding their sound," they are often referring to the process of developing a distinctive and unique musical identity. Beyond just technical proficiency, the process involves a combination of developing individualized artistic choices, bespoke production methods, and a clear understanding of the emotional impact they want their ..read more