Advanced Drumbeam Expression in Ableton: Position to MPE Slide

Advanced drumbeam expression in Ableton

Advanced drumbeam expression in Ableton opens up once you connect one thing the drumbeam already does — sending a MIDI CC value based on where your stick lands — to something Ableton Live already supports: MPE Slide. This article walks you through exactly how to make that connection using the Electronic Drum Position to MPE … Read more

How to control the Drumbeam with Ableton 

Control the Drumbeam with Ableton

Want to control the Drumbeam with Ableton Live and switch presets seamlessly during performances? The Drumbeam Preset Selector Max for Live device gives you instant preset control from within Ableton, including automation, MIDI mapping, and direct control from the Drumbeam controller itself. This device transforms how you work with the AFK Audio Drumbeam MIDI drum … Read more

How to Control Ableton Live via Erae Touch

control Ableton Live via Erae Touch

The Erae Touch already excels as an expressive MIDI controller — but you can push it further. With the Erae Touch Control Ableton Live Pack, you can control Ableton Live via Erae Touch preset buttons to switch sounds, arm tracks, and adjust parameters without touching your computer. This article walks you through each of the … Read more

How to Select Tracks via Text in Ableton Live

select tracks via Text in Ableton

Need to select tracks via text in Ableton instead of scrolling through large session files? The Search + Select Tracks device provides instant track selection by typing track names, automatically jumping to matches and opening grouped tracks as needed. This tool transforms navigation in complex Live sets, letting you find any track in seconds regardless … Read more

How to Display Ableton Scene Names Bigger

display Ableton Scene names bigger

Need to display Ableton scene names bigger for live performances or second-screen setups? The Selected + Playing Scene Display pack provides two Max for Live devices that show scene names and numbers in large, customizable popup windows. This solution proves essential for performers who need clear visual confirmation of which scenes are selected or playing, … Read more

How to Delete MIDI Notes in Ableton Session Clips

delete MIDI notes in Ableton Session Clips

Ableton Live doesn’t let you delete MIDI notes in Session Clips directly from your controller during performance. However, the MIDI Clip Notes Eraser device changes this by letting you erase notes with pad hits instead of mouse clicks. This means you can remove entire MIDI notes of clips or individual drum parts while staying focused … Read more