How to DJ with Ableton Live 8
In this course we show you round every aspect of DJing using Ableton Live 8. From warping all kinds of tracks to setting up FX through to mixing, recording and editing this course is essential for any Ableton DJ.
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In this course we show you round every aspect of DJing using Ableton Live 8. From warping all kinds of tracks to setting up FX through to mixing, recording and editing this course is essential for any Ableton DJ.
Videos Overview
Tutorial 1 - Session Set Up
Topics Covered - Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 2 - Warping Part 1
In this video we look at the art of Warping and how to make all your tracks play in sync. We show you how to warp simple sequenced tracks and have look at how to deal with tracks that have more complex intros and outros.
Topics Covered - Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 3 - Warping Part 2
In this video we look at how to warp tracks that aren't sequenced or recorded to a click track.
Topics Covered - Warping, Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 4 - Warp Modes
In this video we debunk those much misunderstood Warp Modes, taking a closer look and listen to the different modes and showing you when, where and why to use different modes for different tracks while DJing.
Topics Covered - Warping, Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 5 - FX Part 1
In this video we show you how to use audio effects in Ableton 8 and how pick the best ones to compliment your DJ set. We show you how to use effects on individual tracks plus how to build and save your own unique effects racks that can be added into your mix whenever you need them. We also have a look at building some effects racks for your master track and look at how the effects chain is important.
Topics Covered - Djing, Delay,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 6 - FX Part 2
In this video we take a close look at the send and return sections in Ableton 8 and how they can give you a different feel to your effects and racks. Plus also how to use them effectively in your DJ set.
Topics Covered - Djing, EQ, Delay, Build up, Virtual Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 7 - Setting up a MIDI Controller
It's time to get physical and set up a hardware MIDI controller to power your DJ set. This video shows you how to connect any MIDI controller to the parameters in your DJ set and how to set it up for maximum ease of control and maximum hands on action!
Topics Covered - Controllers, Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 8 - Setting up a Soundcard for Monitoring
In this video we show you how to configure any multiple output soundcard so you can use headphones to monitor your tracks just like a traditional DJ mixer.
Topics Covered - Soundcards,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 9 - Basic Mixing Techniques
Now everything is set up and ready to go this video will show you how to start mixing in your Ableton Live set. From volume control and crossfading to using the effects racks and sends & returns we show you how to get the most from your set up and make your mixes as smooth as possible.
Topics Covered - Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 10 - Using Loops
I this video we look at the loop function within Ableton clips and show you how to create, edit and save loops. We demonstrate how to prepare loops before hand and also how to create a jam with loops while live in the mix!
Topics Covered - EQ, Build up, Djing, Loop Editing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 11 - Recording & Editing Part 1
In this video we show you how to record your live mix then edit it in your arrange window by chopping up and moving your clips around.
Topics Covered - Arranging, Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 12 - Recording & Editing Part 2
Next up we show you how to use automation and automation lanes in the Ableton arrange view to create new movement of various parameters in the mix or to edit recorded movement.
Topics Covered - Arranging, Djing, Automation,
Software - Ableton Live,
Tutorial 13 - Recording & Editing Part 3
In this final video we show you how to get your recorded DJ set out of Ableton and ready to upload to the internet or burn to CD. We also look at how to use the same techniques to create your own DJ edits of tracks.
Topics Covered - Arranging, Virtual Djing, Djing,
Software - Ableton Live,
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