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Electronic Drums and Ableton Live - Triggering Samples and Synthesizers

Jannis Le Wolff via YouTube

Overview

Learn how to integrate an electronic drum set with Ableton Live in this 18-minute tutorial video. Master the fundamentals of MIDI connection, trigger diverse sounds through drum racks, and customize pad settings for optimal performance. Explore techniques for incorporating personal sample libraries, managing latency issues, and fine-tuning velocity response. Discover the process of building custom drum racks from scratch, create layered sound combinations on individual pads, and harness the power of synthesizer control for melodic expression. Gain practical knowledge about essential MIDI effects and their applications, using any electronic drum kit with MIDI output capabilities to expand your musical possibilities within the Ableton Live environment.

Syllabus

Introduction
Basic Connection/Midi
Playing Drum Racks
Changing Pads/Sounds
Adding Your Own Samples
Latency/Delay
Velocity/Pad Response
Creating a Drum Rack from Scratch
Layering Sounds on 1 Pad
Playing Synth Sounds/Patches
Useful Midi Effects

Taught by

Jannis Le Wolff

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