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Behind the Scenes: Rig Rundown with David Whitworth (Playback and Automation while Playing Drums)
Looking to improve your Ableton live setup?
In this video, Will goes behind the scenes with drummer David Whitworth as he shares his experience and expertise in running playback with Ableton during live performances.
He discusses the importance of drummers understanding and integrating Ableton into their setups, and shows all the gear he uses to create a seamless and dynamic experience for both the band and the audience.
David also highlights how he controls lights and screens during shows, providing valuable insights into enhancing live performances!
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Hear more about David's Experience:
fromstudiotostage.com/directsupport
Follow David on Instagram:
davidwhitworth
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00:00 - Welcome to Charleston, South Carolina
00:12 - Drumming, Playback Skills, and Tour Life Insights
02:29 - Discussing Gear, Setup, and Preferences
04:49 - Playback Rig Walkthrough
07:16 - B-stage Setup and Production Automation
09:53 - Wrap-Up
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Gear/Links mentioned in the video:
14x8 Ludwig Super Brass Snare:
reverb.com/p/ludwig-lb488-super-brass-reissue-8x14-snare-drum
Franklin Drums:
www.franklindrums.com/
13x9 Hi Tom
16x16 Low Tom
24x15 Kick
14x5 Ludwig Snare:
memphisdrumshop.com/ludwig-14x5-acrophonic-hammered-special-edition-snare-drum-la404k
Roland SPD-SX Pro:
sweetwater.sjv.io/LXMkgO
20" Istanbul Agop Traditional China Cymbal
24" Istanbul Agop Traditional Dark Crash
24" Istanbul Agop Joey Waronker Ride
22" Istanbul Agop Traditional Medium Dark Crash
16" Istanbul Agop Traditional Light Hihats
istanbulcymbals.com/
DW 9000 Kick pedal:
sweetwater.sjv.io/5gvJqo
DW 6000 Cymbal Stands:
sweetwater.sjv.io/QyM1G9
Promark SD531W Signature - Jason Bonham - Wood Tip Drum Sticks:
sweetwater.sjv.io/nL5dWa
Arturia Mini Lab Mk 2:
sweetwater.sjv.io/3evBkn
www.arturia.com/products/hybrid-synths/minilab-mkii/ (this is the one David uses)
Savant Playback TRVLR STAK (PlayAUDIO1U and mioXM):
www.savantplayback.com/collections/complete-systems/products/trvlr-stak-audio-and-midi-playback-system
AbleSet:
fs2s.link/ableset-app
Boss FS-6:
sweetwater.sjv.io/3ev1Ry
Boss DB-90:
sweetwater.sjv.io/5gvJ1D
Savant Playback Zero G 3ru rig (for distripalyzer)
www.savantplayback.com/collections/fly-racks/products/zero-g-3ru-carry-on-fly-rack
B-Stage MIDI Rig
Zero G nano rig
www.savantplayback.com/collections/fly-racks/products/zero-g-nano
AKAI MPD-226:
www.akaipro.com/usb-pad-controller-with-rgb.html
mioXM:
sweetwater.sjv.io/DKvxRq
(2) Macbook Pro M3 Pro, 36 GB 1TB
JL Cooper MLA-XLR (1 at Playback, 1 at B-Stage) for Extended PTP MIDI connection:
sweetwater.sjv.io/LXMkRO
SR 112 Distripalyzer:
brainstormtime.com/products/sr-112/
DJ Tech Tools Cables:
store.djtechtools.com/collections/chroma-cables/products/chroma-cables-usb
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LIOBOX v2 Review: Another Hit from GooRoo Controllers
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In this video, Will reviews the LIOBOXv2 from GooRoo Controllers, showcasing its impressive features and enhancements compared to its predecessor. Key highlights include the hardware upgrades like redundant MIDI ports and customizable LED pads. Watch as Will demonstrates the LIOBOXv2's capabilities in seamlessly navigating and controlling Ableton Live sets. Thanks to its functionalities in crea...
Ableton Live 12: Has Ableton Abandoned Playback Engineers???
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In this episode of "Behind the Spacebar," Will discusses his initial thoughts and reactions to the release of Ableton Live 12. He shares his concerns about the lack of features specifically designed for live performance and playback, but also acknowledges the importance of context and the different needs of various performers. Will explores the refinements and improvements in Live 12, such as t...
The $45 Tool That Will Save Your Show
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Ready for your show? Maybe not...This $45 tool could save your entire show. Skip it, and you're risking a massive failure. 00:00 - Importance of USB cables in audio playback 01:21 - Introduction to cable tester 02:26 - Demonstration of cable testing process 04:41 - Importance of testing every cable 05:37 - Recommendation to buy Behringer CT 200 cable tester 06:17 - Call to action to subscribe t...
ABLETON LIVE 12 | My Favorite Features and Updates
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Live 12 is officially released and available in Public Beta! Here's a quick rundown of my favorite features! Get Ableton Live for 20% off and Get Live 12 for FREE in 2024 when it releases 👇 fs2s.link/ableton Get Access to my NEW Getting Started with Live 12 Course 👇 fromstudiotostage.com/programs/getting-started-with-ableton-live-12 Sign-up for the Public Beta 👇 ableton.centercode.com/key/l12pr...
The Ultimate Guide to Accessing AbleSet Remotely
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One of my favorite features of AbleSet 2 is the ability to access my setlist remotely-from any device, and get my own custom view. In this lesson, you'l learn how to setup remote access, why you should use a wired instead of wireless connection, and how to customize your own view of your setlist. ❗Oh.. because I know you'll ask (and didn't listen to me in the video 🤦‍♂️)....The key is to be on ...
Playback and Drums | Getting the Call Last Minute and Why Preparation Matters with David Dombrowski
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Imagine it's the first night of a an international tour. You're hired as tech to help with playback and drums, and suddenly the MD and keys player gets sick. You've got to step up and run playback and play keys. COULD YOU DO IT? That's exactly what my student David Dombrowski had to do. You'll hear how it went, and why he had the confidence he could make it happen. David is a touring drummer, p...
How to Set Up Automatic Failover with the PlayAUDIO 1U
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In this video, dive deep into setting up automatic failover on the PlayAUDIO1U to keep playback going...no matter what. Get a free lesson, tips on installing plugins, and learn some of the perks of the PlayAUDIO1U interface. If playback on stage is your game, don't miss out! 🔗 Course link in description. Subscribe & hit 🔔 for more! #AbletonLive #PlayAudio1U #MusicTechTutorial" Check out the ful...
Upgrading Your OS Without Wreaking Havoc: Insider Tips for Playback Engineers
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Get Access to my weekly group coaching calls 👇 fromstudiotostage.com/subscribe In this episode of "Behind the Space Bar," Will shares tips and tricks for successfully upgrading the operating system (OS) on a computer used for live performances. He emphasizes the importance of waiting for bugs to be fixed and being intentional about the timing of the upgrade. Key Takeaways: -Wait for bugs to be ...
The BEST MIDI Controller (under $60) for Playback Engineers
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There are some amazing MIDI controllers for Playback Engineers. I talk about all of them often...but this affordable MIDI controller really impressed me. Less than $60 USD....but here's what I shared during the tutorial.. "It doesn't feel like it's a $60 MIDI controller. Honestly, I would pay $100 for this and feel like I wasn't being screwed." Check it out! Purchase the LPD-8 here 👇 fs2s.link/...
The Top 7 Skills Every Playback Engineer Must Master
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In this episode of "Behind the Spacebar," Will discusses the essential skills needed to become a successful playback engineer. He emphasizes the importance of service, the ability to say "yes" instead of "no," effective file management, quick edits, working quickly, handling multiple tasks, and staying calm under pressure. Key Takeaways: -Playback engineering is all about service and making the...
Controlling LightKey (with Ableton Live) on a Separate Computer
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Controlling LightKey (with Ableton Live) on a Separate Computer
How to Control LightKey with Ableton Live
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How to Control LightKey with Ableton Live
Building a Playback Rig? Don't Make These Mistakes!
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Building a Playback Rig? Don't Make These Mistakes!
iConnectivity PlayAUDIO1U Review: This is the Interface We've Been Waiting For!
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iConnectivity PlayAUDIO1U Review: This is the Interface We've Been Waiting For!
Stop Apologizing For Being a Beginner
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Stop Apologizing For Being a Beginner
Everything I Know About Optimizing Ableton Live For Apple Silicon
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Everything I Know About Optimizing Ableton Live For Apple Silicon
Stop Getting In the Way of Your Band’s Progress!!
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Stop Getting In the Way of Your Band’s Progress!!
Stop Adding the Same Effects AGAIN and AGAIN in Ableton
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Stop Adding the Same Effects AGAIN and AGAIN in Ableton
Start Working Faster in Ableton Live with this ONE Trick
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Start Working Faster in Ableton Live with this ONE Trick
Trying to convince your band to use tracks? Try this instead!
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Trying to convince your band to use tracks? Try this instead!
Can You Manage Large Setlists in Arrangement View?
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Can You Manage Large Setlists in Arrangement View?
The Best Setlist Management Plugins and Hardware for Ableton Live
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The Best Setlist Management Plugins and Hardware for Ableton Live
Playback, Gear, & Music Direction with Martin Roberts (Shawn Mendes, M83, Beaux, and More)
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Playback, Gear, & Music Direction with Martin Roberts (Shawn Mendes, M83, Beaux, and More)
How Bands Use Backing Tracks Without ANYONE Noticing
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How Bands Use Backing Tracks Without ANYONE Noticing
Ableton Hack: Remove Parts from Song Sections (DON’T AUTOMATE VOLUME)
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Ableton Hack: Remove Parts from Song Sections (DON’T AUTOMATE VOLUME)
Stop Thinking of Ableton as a Software Program - Approach It Like This Instead
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Stop Thinking of Ableton as a Software Program - Approach It Like This Instead
How To Create a Redundant Vocal Processing Rig (Gear Breakdown)
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How To Create a Redundant Vocal Processing Rig (Gear Breakdown)
The Secret to Creative Consistency (with Brian Funk - Host of The Music Production Podcast)
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The Secret to Creative Consistency (with Brian Funk - Host of The Music Production Podcast)
Can’t Change Tempo & Time Signature in Live 11 Session View? Here’s Why
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Can’t Change Tempo & Time Signature in Live 11 Session View? Here’s Why

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @Artist1974CH
    @Artist1974CH 36 хвилин тому

    This "Industry Standard" phrase is pro-capitalistic BS created by the capitalists! I get so tired of hearing that phrase from snotty types who call themselves "professionals" who like to knock down other people who don't use garbage like Adobe products. Heck! Even Hollywood and the music industry can't even make a good product while using these "Industry Standard" equipment, and then they price gouge the heck out of the customers.

  • @cobby54
    @cobby54 2 години тому

    Enjoyed your video, thank you. I use StageTraxx. How does it compare with AbleSet?

  • @ericmckinley8101
    @ericmckinley8101 10 годин тому

    Getting an error when trying to download saying that the file type is unsupported. Using version 12 standard on a Mac. Anything I’m missing?

  • @martinconverso2866
    @martinconverso2866 День тому

    Hi there, Which would be the video with the steps to use the loopbe1 into Ableton? txs

  • @martinmacek871
    @martinmacek871 День тому

    mcaaaaaan you save my asss - thanks a lot bro

  • @Wendel_Kos
    @Wendel_Kos День тому

    hi thanks for this video...do you know how to control mutes for several tracks with one MACRO? i can do this with a drumrack, but not audio tracks. Its handy to go through different drum sounds during a live set.

  • @Kamau.bakerr
    @Kamau.bakerr 2 дні тому

    Audio 4c looks perfect for me. Thanks for the video

  • @georgefenning4844
    @georgefenning4844 2 дні тому

    Hello - I use Ableton Live - I nned to transfer my work to Loopy pro running on ipad 10 gen. Up to this point i am relying on emailing files to myself from my windows pc to my ipad. Will the iconnectity 4c allow m e to transfer files directly from PC to ipad without the long workaround.? I am using windows on PC to running ableton 12 standard

  • @spiderpunk1265
    @spiderpunk1265 3 дні тому

    Thank you! Very helpful.

  • @allancerf9038
    @allancerf9038 3 дні тому

    fromstudiotostage - most helpful, thanks. I am working with linked tracks and tried to change the volume in one 2 second section of a 60 second song. Unfortunately, in doing so it turns off the automation I've painstakingly set up past that 5 second section. In this track there are 50 channels! Anyway to renable automation for all 50 with out doing so one by one (track by track)?

  • @williamadama348
    @williamadama348 3 дні тому

    What if you just want to store your set in the cloud in order to save space on your hard drive. Do you have to collect all and save then?

  • @and-Anthony
    @and-Anthony 3 дні тому

    I don't get your point, taught me spme cool shortcuts but I don't understand how this makes me more spontaneous.

  • @vitamindminormusicalwander6630

    Great tips brother . Thank you! SUBSCRIBED ! 🙂

  • @vitamindminormusicalwander6630

    This makes my soul smile and good on you for spending time with your kids , making music , and sharing music with them all at once . 🎶☮️🎶💟🎶☯️🎶

  • @shawnmccool7
    @shawnmccool7 4 дні тому

    I have Live 11, when I tried to do step 1 where you dragged "Master" over to see your time sig. and tempo, mine was named "Main" and there was not time sig. or tempo there... Any help there? thank you!

  • @revp01
    @revp01 4 дні тому

    I have a 12. Very good piece of gear. It lacks 5-DIN MIDI, XLRs, & an internal power supply. These upgrades alone make the newer unit worth the price when one is ready to spend.

  • @thereferencemix
    @thereferencemix 4 дні тому

    If you're looking at the Alesis gear bump up to the Strike Multipad. Much more robust than the basic Multipad. It's a slight step down in durability from SPDX pro but still very solid. I use the top three pads for start next stop then trigger internal samples off the other 6 pads. Internal sounds are better IMO than SPDX and a few hundred less.

  • @krstlmqngl
    @krstlmqngl 4 дні тому

    hey! i'm still facing issues: i recorded something in ableton live 12 that i'm having trouble bringing into ableton live 11. any tips?

  • @leading4Him
    @leading4Him 5 днів тому

    We've been using Ableset in my band for probably 6 years, our Ableton master set has about 60 songs in it so creating a new setlist was a big task before Ableset. I can also control ableset by using a bluetooth pageturner on my ipad remotely.

  • @Bhodisatvas
    @Bhodisatvas 5 днів тому

    Long shot seen as this video is pretty old but I'm having a problem I can't find an answer for. I recorded automation via a vst effects plugin which recorded and played fine in arrangement. Saved song but when reopening it will sometimes play the automation then not and I haven't changed anything, driving me nuts! Any quick words would be appreciated 😊

  • @LaloLandia-vf3zh
    @LaloLandia-vf3zh 6 днів тому

    Thanks man! Saved me a BUNCH of time!!

  • @allawatigh5562
    @allawatigh5562 6 днів тому

    get to the fucking point dude

  • @tomashcroft7024
    @tomashcroft7024 7 днів тому

    How do you study to become certified. As in what is tested to become certified and how do you prepare for this?

  • @itslevie
    @itslevie 7 днів тому

    but it’s not the same - you get a lot less MIDI I/O as opposed to a mioXL - it’s a shame they stopped selling the play audio 12

  • @Dandemonium_
    @Dandemonium_ 7 днів тому

    sorry but what does timecode actually do?

  • @Dandemonium_
    @Dandemonium_ 7 днів тому

    great overall vid.. but how does time code control lights and make them react to changes in the music/rhythms/stabs etc??

  • @tomashcroft7024
    @tomashcroft7024 7 днів тому

    Thank you so much for this. Do you believe if you have an M1 Macbook that this is still needed for live vocal processing?

  • @Somnia_song
    @Somnia_song 7 днів тому

    thank you!!!

  • @Nelward64
    @Nelward64 8 днів тому

    yo just some feedback I came here searching how to do this specifically with macs via ethernet so you dont have to spend the first 2:00 explaining what you are about to explain

  • @Garashima
    @Garashima 9 днів тому

    game changer and a life saver; a thousand thankyous

  • @mikehendrickx8144
    @mikehendrickx8144 9 днів тому

    Thanks Will, for this great video. Yet it seems I'm not able to insert a midi clip with cmd-shift-M...? Neither by checking the "Create" Menu-button. Any advice?

  • @vsimmons1900
    @vsimmons1900 10 днів тому

    Dude, your tutorials are absolutely indispensable. I refer back to these formatting videos all the time. I'm not a staff member anywhere, but an "engaged volunteer" that has a passion for this stuff. I've got a cool set that I built using your method, and we are using it for an outreach shortly. Looking to learn more!

  • @joephillips7612
    @joephillips7612 11 днів тому

    So we should use the A key to add locators wherever there is a marker...every time we imports a song into. a Live set? You mentioned an automatic way too?

  • @juliusway
    @juliusway 11 днів тому

    With the 4 expression ports on the back - could I, for instance, plug in 4 expression pedals and assign each on to a parameter on an Ableton Live Plugin? So eg one controls dry/wet on a delay, one controls overall volume, one controls frequency of a HP filter, and one controls reverb time? Thanks!

  • @Livio.Freitas
    @Livio.Freitas 11 днів тому

    Olá, existe algum curso em português????

  • @juliusway
    @juliusway 11 днів тому

    Thanks for this video, considering picking one of these up, this is super helpful to watch.

  • @FWBeck
    @FWBeck 11 днів тому

    Can anyone confirm - when dragging an individual song ALS into a set project in Live 12, it seems to me that the output routing channels and send levels from the tracks of the incoming ALS are not honored, and everything gets rerouted to Main and send levels are zero, requiring all those to be corrected again after importing.

  • @FlorianeLallement
    @FlorianeLallement 12 днів тому

    I love you!!!!!❤

  • @jorgeduplex
    @jorgeduplex 13 днів тому

    When I do redundancy, I usually have Mac 1 autotune, totally separate from Mac 2 and Mac 3 synced for the stems. You can have two Macs that share the UAD INTERFACE autotune and at the same time sync and play stems with playAUDIO12. WHAT WOULD THE MONITORING OF autotune and stem monitoring be like? Is it used like this or is it recommended everything separately, that is, autotune separately mac 1 mac 2 and stems mac 3 mac 4 synchronized

  • @vitmedia
    @vitmedia 13 днів тому

    Some comments about the Behringer DI800, to clear up some inaccuracies. 1. Although it is now version 2, it is not better than v1 and component-wise is identical in every sense to the first version. It was only called version 2 to take into account some legal changes that required updates to documentation. 2. It can use phantom power OR mains power, depending on your needs. 3. That is not a 20dB pad, it is a super useful 20dB BOOST. 4. That is not a -10dB pad, it is a -30dB pad. 5, The LINK can be used as both an input AND an unbalanced output of a copy of the input signal. Great if you want a copy to go to an amp for monitoring.

  • @didierlefebvre7761
    @didierlefebvre7761 13 днів тому

    More than 3 minutes for this seriously! And nothing about some real problems like shortcut cmd 9 not working on Mac without a numeric pad and others real issues ...

  • @henriquewenzdossantos4913
    @henriquewenzdossantos4913 13 днів тому

    thank you my brothaaaa, I have been routing synths and drum machines into ableton for years, but just recently I tried to record a mic and got nothing!! It worked

  • @nkft1
    @nkft1 14 днів тому

    Hi! Everything you said in this video is super interesting but I know very little about it and get lost sometimes haha where do you recommend for me to start? do you have something like a basic series?

  • @EmmanuelGorrin
    @EmmanuelGorrin 14 днів тому

    Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

  • @andresarmua
    @andresarmua 14 днів тому

    it is not working for my, not a single plugin is being recognized, uninstalled ableton completely (roaming, programdata, AppData, etc..) I keep trying, with a bunch of plugins and it does not recognize any. the plugin scan logs don't show any useful info. any ideas? windows 11, ableton 11.3

  • @AlexandreSoma
    @AlexandreSoma 14 днів тому

    Nice content! :D

  • @arturpompeu
    @arturpompeu 14 днів тому

    your channel is gold! thank you!

  • @allancerf9038
    @allancerf9038 14 днів тому

    ​ @fromstudiotostage Nice video but what TrentCrawfordMusic mentions is the same thing I do though I go a bit further than Trent. Disabling the loop and (I presume you do) clicking on a locator to jump is nowhere near as fast and elegant as firing off a scene. But wait, there's MUCH more. I key map my scenes and it's ridiculously elegant and fast. But wait, there's even more. I have say typically 24 scenes - one for every lowercase letter in the alphabet (I reserve lower case x to start the metronome, lowercase z for the stop button.) Dude, that's 24 scenes I can fire off with split second-timing particularly if you set quantization to 1/16th or 1/32. You do NOT need to use follow actions which I've never really got into. Repeat DO NOT. My method of 24 scenes fired by letters obviates the need for follow actions and allows me to record elegantly into arrangement view. Then muck about in arrangement view and then use Ableton's second greatest feature, "consolidate time to new scene." This gives me the linear approach you so love as well as unparalleled control over playbac from session view. But wait there's still more. Using 24 scenes (or many more, you could use uppercase letters and there's 48 tracks, then numbers, special characters, etc., via key map). No matter how safe you believe arrangement view to be there will come a time that you will make a mistake and damage your set. True, you could use one of Live's many backups. But say you wiped out bars 12-24 say, all I have to do his hit "lower case c" at the right point in the damaged arrangment (by putting a locator at bar 12 and the a loop brace covering bars 12-24) and voila, it's recorded with perfect timing, back in the arrangement view. And yes I've created a template, all set up, just as you have but with my method. Not that there's anything wrong with yours. The advantage of mine is I have both complete control of BOTH arrangement view, and session view, simultaneously. By the way, the most powerful feature in Live - maybe you've done a video on it, maybe not, IS the arrangement view and until it was copied by other daws, the most powerful feature in all of audio software. If you have a good ear and have recorded to a click, to get incredible arrangements, you just scrub with the mouse in arrangement over 'juicy' sounding parts, or create a juicy section with the loop brace and then scrub (you can turn quantization off altogether if you like for this task) and you're sure to locate cinematic, amazing contructions. Best, Allan

  • @youtubebanddirector
    @youtubebanddirector 15 днів тому

    What about if you have 2 waveforms in one audio track like you do here and you want to split them up into multiple tracks?

  • @johnnylinks2872
    @johnnylinks2872 15 днів тому

    Hi will , thanks again for your time you put in to put this together ,,,My midi note that is supposed to trigger to the previuos locator scrolls through all locators to the first one ,,, what could i have done wrong please.