Ableton: 2 Instruments Split Across Keyboard

In this Ableton Live lesson, I will demo how to split 2 or more instruments across your midi controller.  That way you can play one instrument with each hand or switch between sounds quickly.  I use this technique sometimes when playing live with my band to control bass with one hand and pads/synth with the […]


APC40 Python Scripts Review

APC40 Python Scripts

When I first got my APC40, I was amazed by the out of the box functionality.  I had done my research, and knew that it was what I wanted.  It offers a lot of flexibility in the studio and for live performance.  I still had this feeling like there must be more though.  I started […]


Ableton Live: Morphing Arpeggio Tutorial

Velocity Crossfaded Arpeggio in Ableton Live

Here’s my latest Ableton Live tutorial where I explain some interesting ways to create morphing arpeggio effects using instrument racks, effect racks, velocity sensitivity, and a little creativity. As an example I made an arp that fades from