Intermediate Ableton Live

The Intermediate Ableton Live course helps producers unlock their full creative potential through advanced techniques in audio manipulation, MIDI programming, workflow design, and sound shaping. With structured feedback and hands-on instruction, students will build a release-ready track and sharpen their unique production style. By the end of the course, students will present a finished piece that incorporates warping, sampling, synthesis, and intermediate mixing strategies.

Topics & Goals

• Warping and BPM Mapping
  Learn warp modes, tempo mapping, and manual timing corrections for tight audio.
• Resampling and Instrument Building
  Capture in-session audio, convert to Simpler or Sampler, and build playable instruments.
• Session Optimization and Routing
  Organize groups, buses, sends, and returns for a clean, modular session.
• Custom Racks and Macro Snapshots
  Create MIDI, Instrument, and Audio Effect Racks with macro controls and saved presets.
• Synthesis and Advanced Devices
  Design sounds with Analog, Operator, Wavetable, Drift, and physical modeling devices like Tension, Collision, and Electric.
• Modulation and Max for Live
  Use LFO, Envelope Follower, Expression Control, Shaper, and time based or random devices to drive movement.
• Mixing, Mastering, and Export
  Apply EQ, compression, saturation, spatial effects, loudness targets, and export best practices.

What's included

• 12 hours of in-person instruction at our NYC Facility
• Practice time on the day of your class
• 4 Day passes to be used on non-class days
• Free course assets and learning tools (for applicable courses)
• Access to In-Circle events while enrolled
• Access to the Sound Collective Talent pool while enrolled
• Certificate of completion

Instructors

Instructor

Sound Collective

NYC Facility

Sound Collective features a full suite of professional spaces, including a dedicated recording studio, modern production labs, a PA-equipped performance space, and a fully outfitted DJ studio. Every room is stocked with industry-standard gear, modern hardware & software, and flexible setups for classes, practice, and collaboration.

Located at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004