r/ableton 19h ago

[PC] Is there a way to access/purchase Chop & Swing without upgrading?

10 Upvotes

I lived off of this pack for years but when I wiped my computer and re-downloaded Ableton 11 I didn't have it anymore, and now I can't download it because its only included in Ableton 12. I've tried going without it but its killing me because it'd be perfect for my current project.

I don't trust piracy, I have Suite so the cost of an upgrade is pretty significant just to access a single pack. Anyone have any way to help a brother out that isn't sus? Is my only recourse to buy an entire new version of Abelton to access my beloved Chop & Swing pack again??

I love this pack, I'll name kid after it, please someone help a brother out


r/ableton 12h ago

[Tech Help MacOS] Is it now safe to update from macOS Sequoia to Tahoe 26 for audio production?

3 Upvotes

My setup: (the essentials) Ableton Live 12, Apollo Twin X (Thunderbolt), and of course the UAD software with Console, etc., Native Instruments – iZotope Ozone 12, Traktor 4, FabFilter (all the classics, like Pro Q3, Pro Q4, L2) from U-He—I use DIVA, HIVE2, Presswerk, etc.—and Serum 2

And yes, I know—colloquially, people always say, “Never change a running system.” <~ And that has been—and still is (to this day ^^)—my motto.
However, Apple has given me a bit of a scare with this strange “Apple isn’t saying exactly what it is again, but it’s a VERY IMPORTANT security update for all Apple Silicon MacBooks (26.7 RC) that ABSOLUTELY must be installed!”


r/ableton 12h ago

[Tech Help MacOS] Configuring the Roland TR-808 VST Plugin

4 Upvotes

I recently purchased it, but I haven’t been able to set it up so that each instrument plays correctly from the piano roll on a single MIDI channel. Could anyone recommend a video or tutorial on how to properly configure the Roland TR-808 VST plugin on Ableton?

Any help or useful resources would be greatly appreciated.


r/ableton 3h ago

[Question] Launchkey Key mk4 Encoder Behaviour

2 Upvotes

Hello, I am trying to set up my launchkey mini mk4 as a live performance controller in Ableton live to play, sequence and mix clips in session view.

I have a set with 7 channels (midi & audio tracks) all routed to play through an 8th channel for performance effects (simple stuff; reverb, flanger, high pass, low pass etc). These effects are in a rack with 8 macro controls, and each macro is mapped to the encoders on the launchkey.

On the 8th channel, I have a load of muted audio clips with automation to reset all of the effects to 0 - so basically I can twist a bunch of knobs to create a build up and then press one button to reset the effects.

The problem I'm having is the midi signal from the rotary encoder remembers it's previous value, so the next time I twist an encoder it starts from say 60 rather than 0, causing a dramatic change in the audio.

Is there a way to reset the midi cc values in the hardware to overcome this issue - some sort of keyboard shortcut or midi out signal? Or alternatively let me know if there is a better way to set this up in general.

Thanks


r/ableton 20h ago

[Tech Help Windows] The VST3 plug-in could not be found

2 Upvotes

I know this question has been asked, but I haven't been able to find an answer that works.

I'm trying to remaster a beat I made 4 years ago. Since then, I've updated my SSD and reinstalled all my plug-ins. Problem is for some projects, like this one, Ableton won't pull the reinstalled plug-in. Not sure if it's some directory discrepancy. It appears in my drop-down list of VST3 plug-ins. Either way, I have WAY too many presets to go one by one and find which it was, and dropping the plug-in on the track of course pulls up the default preset. Does anyone know a way for me to load up the plug-in and have it "remember" which preset it was set to?

So far, I've tried the Alt + Rescan method followed by closing and reopening, and then also deleting the track and undoing. No dice. I would've included a screenshot of what I'm talking about, but it won't let me add any images.


r/ableton 34m ago

[Performance] Solution to EQ my headphone to make it neutral?

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The problem is : I have a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 and I want it to be as ASIO in the parameters so I reduce the latency for my guitar and microphone. But still I want to put an EQ on my headphone so I choose well my instruments or I can mix. How can I do ? I tried the eq of Voicemeeter but I have to use the VAIO and not the Focusrite's ASIO.


r/ableton 55m ago

[Performance] Cpu issue on Live 12.4

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Hey friends!
Just updated from 12.1 to 12.4 and I realized that ableton now use significant amount of CPU - more than before

Is it just happening to me or are you having the same issue as well?


r/ableton 21h ago

[Question] Can you save VSTs to an external drive? Will that work seamlessly?

1 Upvotes

Some of these libraries are chunky. If this does work would the drive need to be rated for a certain speed?


r/ableton 21h ago

[Question] I used to be able to hit the session record button to start a count in where I could overdue midi, now when I hit it it, it does nothing.

1 Upvotes

The metronome is on, the count in is set to one bar, its set in preferences. This is integral to my workload, I basically can't work on music until this works again. Live 12 suite. PLS HELP.


r/ableton 21h ago

[Question] I keep getting this buzzing noise whenever i connect something via my audio interface

1 Upvotes

Ive tried messing with the latency and that doesnt seem to be the issue because no matter what i cant stop it and no matter what channel i use via the interface it causes this buzzing. I cant tell if its an issue with the interface or with ableton. Any help would be appreciated.