ABLETON LIVE ADVANCED

Duration: 32 Classes (64 Hours)

Get tuned to the advanced capabilities of Ableton Live. From using 100% pure analog synths such as the MOOG Sub 37 to not using the computer at all using the PUSH2. Use boutique synth’s such as the Korg Volca series. Learn the full-fledged capabilities of the sampler and learn advanced synthesis to sculpt your own sounds from drums to synths and soundscapes. 

Intro to the Advanced Course

  • Critical Analysis of Different genres/FX/Techniques
  • Exploring the world of possibilities in Ableton

Advanced Drums

  • In depth analysis of Drum Rack/Impulse
  • Routing Drums to dedicated channels
  • Programming own drum-kit 
  • Using the Groove-pool & Addition of Swing
  • Detailed analysis on Macros, Sends & Returns within the rack
  • Using external vsti drum machines 
  • Use of Velocity, Keyzone & Choke Functions
  • Programming drums with Roland tr-8

Native Instruments Maschine

  • Using the Maschine to create Drum patterns
  • Using inbuilt FX
  • Arrangement & Sequencing on the Maschine

FX & Instrument Racks

  • Understanding Audio Effect/Instrument Racks
  • Customization/Creation of racks
  • Use of external Vsti to create Complex Rack units

Advanced Synthesis

  •    Intro to Advanced synthesis
  • Synthesis Theory – Types of Synthesis, Envelopes, LFO Modulation, Filters
  • Synthesis with Analog
  • FM Synthesis using the Operator
  • Synthesis with Wavetable
  • Physical Modeling Synthesis with Collision, Electric & Tension
  • Synthesis with external Vsti/Audio Units – Sylenth1, Spire, Diva 
  • Wavetable Synthesis using Serum (In-depth)
  • Atmospheric texture synthesis with Omnisphere
  • Synthesis using the Korg Volca Bass
  • Synthesis using Korg Volca Keys
  • Synthesis using the Moog Sub 37

Songwriting and Sequencing

  • Intro to Advanced Songwriting
  • Structural Analysis/Breakdown of different tracks
  • Arrangement in the box
  • Arrangement/sequencing using APC40 or the PUSH2
  • Advanced Automation techniques
  • Clip edits for smooth or aggressive transitions & Fills
  • Sculpting sounds and FX for tension buildups in tracks
  • Vocal Chop creations
  • Vocoding techniques

Genre Specialization

  • Critical Analysis on the genre of choice
  • Use of tools to best create and replicate genre of choice

Mixing & Mastering

  • Introduction to Mixing
  • Digital v/s Analog Mixing
  • Importance of A-D/D-A Convertors
  • Gain Staging Techniques
  • Setting up Return Channels
  • EQ’ing Techniques – General, Mid-Side & Dynamic EQ
  • Compression Techniques – General, Parallel (NYC), Multi-Band & Side-chain
  • Mixing in the box using native plugins
  • Mixing in the box using analog emulation plugins
  • Stereo Imaging
  • Grouping & Summing Channels
  • Introduction to Mastering
  • Understanding Metering – RMS & LUFS
  • Post mix addition of EQ, Dynamics & Exciters
  • Understanding the Limiter
  • Printing Final Tracks and Making deliverables to audio platforms

Final Assessment

Equipment List

  • Native Instruments Maschine
  • Roland Tr-8
  • Korg Volca Bass
  • Korg Volca Keys
  • Ableton Push 2
  • AKAI APC40 Mk2
  • Moog Sub-37
  • Behringer ADA8200 ADAT
  • UAD Apollo Twin X
  • Roli Seaboard Rise
  • M-Audio Axiom 49
  • Novation Launchkey 49
  • Focals Alpha 80 Monitors
  • Yamaha HS 5 Monitors
  • Fluid FC10S
  • Rode K2 Tube Microphone
  • Shure SM7B
  • Shure SM-57
  • AKG – P120
  • Neumann NDH20
  • Audio Technica ATH M20x