Advanced Ableton
- Drums

Book Lesson

Book 1hr class
About this lesson
Welcome to Module 1.

In this module we learn about Drum Programming and really take our tracks to the next level.



Module 1 - Choosing the right samples

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This video builds on the basics we learned in the first class.

Using loops is a common way to build interest, great groove or add texture to your project.

Module 1 - Exploring the Drum Rack

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This video we cover the drum rack in depth. Looking at some of the key features we can use to level up our productions.

Module 1 - Using Groove in Ableton Live

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This video we cover groove and how we can really make our tracks swing

Drum Rack Selector

Student Downloads

This video taks about the simpler and sampler and how we can use these in our drum rack for faster work flow

Creative Fills

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This video we cover using ableton devices to create interesting drum fills to really help create interest in your track

Percussion Generator

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This video we use a sequencer to help generate custom percussion and tip loops for our tracks.

Percussion Articulation

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This video we cover some basics of percussion and how different sounds can make our tracks feel more natural.

Ghost Notes Explains

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This video we talk about ghost notes and how they can build our music out into something more expressive.

LFO tool for Velocity Changes

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This video we cover some ways to create a more human elements in our drum programming

Warping Breaks

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This video looks at how to warp our drum tracks to fit the tempo of the track and some of the important things to remember

Audio Effects Chain

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This video looks at NY or Parallel processing and how we can use this to energise the drumtrack in our project.

Intro to Cross Rhythms

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This video introduce cross rhythms and looks at the way we can use these to create interest in the drum part itself.

Transient Designer

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This video we cover some basic function of the transient designer and how we can use this to bring more attack to our drum samples

Kick Top & High Hats

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This video we cover how we can get more definition on our percussion through layering of sharp sounds.

Tuning Kicks and Toms

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This video covers how we can tune our keys and things to think about as we do this process.

Shifting Claps

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This video we changes the groove of the drum track by shifting our claps back and forth.

Warp Modes and Drum Samples

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This video we look at warp mode and how it affect the drums samples themselves.

Drum Bus Compression

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This video we cover compression of drums and how we can add further and energy to the track.

Downloads

Enjoy this week's downlaods

Exercises

  • Try to make 2 tracks - 16 bars in length
  • Experiment with all the feature we have played with
  • Set up a good file structure for you sample library

Ready for Module 2

Congratulations on completing Module 1.

Once you are ready head over to Module 2 to book your next class

Make sure you send your project through for review prior to next class
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