What hardware integration does the course cover?

Bringing external hardware controllers into your Ableton mixing setup for a more dynamic, expressive performance.

Do I need production experience to join?

No - the course is specifically designed to not require prior beat-making or sound design knowledge.

Is this course purely about mixing, or does it touch on live performance too?

Both - performance enhancement covers real-time audio manipulation and incorporating live instruments and vocals into your sets.

What's the final project like?

Building a personalized, polished DJ set using everything you've learned, with feedback from your instructor and peers.

Ableton Live for DJs Course

Ableton Live for DJs

Take your DJ journey to the next level, with our specialized course, “Ableton Live for DJs”. Tailored for DJs looking to take the next step towards production, but not be bogged down in programming beats, music theory or Sound Design just yet. This course delves into the intricacies of Ableton Live, empowering you to create seamless mixes, craft edits, record parts, and refine your overall sound, in-person at our Ableton Certified Training Center in New York, or LIVE Online.

Lisbon's course runs in small groups at our studio, taught by working producers, with live-online attendance for students elsewhere in Portugal. The city's fast-growing electronic scene makes it a good place to learn this.

Introduction to Ableton Live for DJs

→Overview of Ableton Live interface and key functionalities.
→Setting up your DJ rig within Ableton Live for optimal performance.

Advanced Mixing Techniques

→Mastering the art of smooth transitions and creative mixing.
→Using Ableton Live’s unique features for dynamic and expressive mixes.
→Integrating external hardware controllers to enhance your mixing experience.

Recording and Editing Parts of Your Mix

→Comprehensive guide to recording your live sets for future playback and analysis.
→Techniques for editing and refining recorded mixes to perfection.
→Incorporating effects and automation to add flair and individuality to your mixes.

Crafting Custom Edits

→Understanding audio editing without delving into complex production workflows.
→Creating personalized edits of tracks to fit your unique style and sets.
→Incorporating loops, samples, and acapellas to customize your music library.

Workflow Optimization for DJs

→Streamlining your DJ workflow within Ableton Live.
→Tips and tricks to navigate the software efficiently during live performances.
→Utilizing Ableton Live’s session view for on-the-fly creativity.

Performance Enhancement

→Leveraging Ableton Live’s warping features for tight synchronization.
→Incorporating live instruments and vocals into your DJ sets.
→Real-time manipulation of audio to create dynamic and engaging performances.

Remixing and Mashups

→Dive into the world of remixing and creating unique mashups using Ableton Live.
→Master the art of sampling and manipulating tracks on the fly.

Final Project

→Applying the skills learned throughout the course to create a personalized, polished DJ set.
→Peer and instructor feedback for continuous improvement.

What our students say.

“Lots of one on one, great break down, wonderful teacher. Awesome staff..I cant wait to take a production course to advance what I have learned in this class. Very positive, super supportive. I'm so happy I decided to cont. with my education..201 made everything gel in my brain from the first class especially when I started playing out. It all made sense.”

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