Making your first beat - Ableton Live for beginners (2020)

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Ableton Live is a great tool for making electronic dance music, but it can be intimidating to get started with. This video is a simple, no-experience-necessary tutorial on how to make your first ever beat in Ableton Live, and all you need to work along with it is any version of Ableton Live, headphones and your computer!
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MIDI CONTROLLERS
Novation Launchkey Mini MK3 (Cheapest/Recommended keys)
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SAMPLES
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@TheAudioJourney 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! The response to this video has been amazing, thank you! I wanted to give you some resources to continue your journey. If you enjoyed this video and you want to keep learning, then definitely check out my FREE Ableton Accelerator - Quick Start course: www.theaudiojourney.co.uk/quickstart If you want to check out my FULL 8 hour Ableton Accelerator training, you can find it here: www.theaudiojourney.co.uk/ableton-accelerator

@JonathanTom-ct4rr 7 ай бұрын

jusrt so you know the link is broken, found my way to it though

@robinracheldallen4930 3 жыл бұрын

Oh goodness, it's so refreshing to find someone who talks in a language that total beginners understand!!

@ImprovforGodsglory 6 ай бұрын

Took me from learning curve option paralysis to calmly "getting it." What a breath of fresh air... a guy who doesn't assume we can fill in the blanks while trying to impress us. I'm impressed with simplicity. Thanks John...bless you.

@myattwi 2 жыл бұрын

MADE MY FIRST BEAT IN ABLETON AFTER THIS. I've been recording audio and my guitar through my mic lol. Fantastic bit of knowledge I highly recommend

@joey1317 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! After watching loads of videos on KZfaq on learning Ableton Live, I’ve actually found one that explains everything perfectly! And I’ve made my first drum beat! Thank you so much! Subscribed!

@unqlegregg8246 8 ай бұрын

The best lesson ever , I am doing music production with ableton and this solved everything

@NirBenita 4 жыл бұрын

Such a great intro to Ableton! You do a really good job of making this simple and approachable, and I'm really all for the "Learn by doing" approach. Really appreciate this!

@pootietangem 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like I was just in my favorite class, with that one teacher everyone likes and today's lesson was one of those memorable days. Lol. Thank You!

@girlsbyvalmont 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect tutorial for me as an absolute beginner. Thanks so much!!! Even as a German I understood all your words! :)

@APerson-zr4qd 3 жыл бұрын

I literally made a new playlist just for this video! Super helpful, and got me off on the right foot. Thank you so much for creating it! Keep up the incredible content!

@sarfrazshah 4 жыл бұрын

your are legend. I went through so many youtube videos but there was nothing except all confusing stuff for beginners. thank you so much, you made my life easy.

@ImJustAWhale 4 жыл бұрын

Helped me loads i hope you do a whole series! When i first loaded up abelton i couldn't do anything but listen to previews lol, awesome video man keep em coming!

@projectbjlaudio1356 2 жыл бұрын

Just subbed to the channel! This was an extremely easy to understand video as a beginner who's just been messing around in Ableton for the last 7 months. Thank you so much for this video

@adamp228 2 жыл бұрын

Easily the best Ableton beginner explanation video i've found on KZfaq. Thanks so much for the breakdown!

@karendavies3087 3 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely amazing! Your instructions are so clear and concise. Thank you so much

@kisforaction 3 жыл бұрын

thank you for this step-by-step walkthrough!! it really breaks it down, feel like I understand the basics of beat-making a bit thank youuuuuuuu (have been so frustrated/intimidated up till now!)

@pericologan 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you once again! Being trying making music with Ableton (struggling heavily I must say) for years and I have learned a lot of new things with your tutorial! Great tips! Kind regards.

@phil4405 Жыл бұрын

You sir, have a talent for producing good online tutorials. I've worked in the online learning industry for 20 years, and I couldn't have done better. Also, just thanks! I'm new to Ableton, this was a big help, after floundering with other videos.

@craig_6973 3 жыл бұрын

John. I have had this launchpad since Xmas 2019. Thanks for this video and your channel. Managed to follow this with no problems. That’s me hooked. Now for the next tutorial.

@poemsandplaypieces 2 жыл бұрын

This might be the most I've ever learned about anything in 15 minutes. It has certainly been the most instructive video I've seen on Ableton. So clear and straight to the point with exactly what I needed to know. What an amazing teacher and what a fab resource you've made with this video. I can't think why anyone has given this a thumbs down. Maybe some folk are phobic about pot plants in the background. :) Thank you so much.

@PacoRobbins 4 жыл бұрын

I don't remember subscribing to this channel, but I'm glad I did.

@TheAudioJourney 4 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, thanks Jeromy! Hope this helped.

@nataliaradziuk2032 2 жыл бұрын

This was such a good and easy to understand tutorial! Definitely subbed!!!

@aura5308 Жыл бұрын

This is by far the best tutorial that I could find. Well explained and easy to follow, you sir got yourself a new subscriber. Thank you so much!

@Thatuchihakid 3 жыл бұрын

love the video. One of the most helpful vids I've seen on learning how to use Ableton. You've earned my subscription lol, keep posting plz :)

@anarchodandyist 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought some kit to start playing around making some electronic music and this vid really helped with getting my head around it. Thanks!

@cameroncera9082 4 жыл бұрын

I discovered your channel right as I was considering purchasing a Novation Launchpad X, and you've helped me out SO much when it comes to the basics of Ableton. THANK YOU!

@TheAudioJourney 4 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it! Let me know if you need any more help.

@meanwhileinespoo1265 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate, you got me to do more in this video than I could manage alone a couple months ago which made me completely give up on t :)

@linerider5319 2 жыл бұрын

This teaching style is awesome for beginners. Thanks a lot!

@therunnner4590 Жыл бұрын

This tutorial is fantastic! Thanks for this!

@preco00 Жыл бұрын

Great video, really helped with some of the basic fundamentals to get going with Ableton and actually have something tangible at the end to play around with

@darklight6931 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. So good to find a beginner video that actually explains to beginners. I have watched several in the past few days and everyone of them seems to assume you have prior knowledge. Several videos show the features of Ableton - supposedly for beginners - but doesn’t explain the How! I shall now go look for more of your excellent instruction.

@grthbrenaman Жыл бұрын

Thanks, I learn new ideas every time I rewatch.

@extracredit6081 Жыл бұрын

I just subscribed because of how this guy explains everything for actual beginners. Thank you!

@Instymatic 5 ай бұрын

Awesome and helpful video. Thanks so much. Ive been procrastinating even turning Ableton on for a fear of not being able to wrap my head around it but this tutorial simplified everything for me.

@andrefelixstudio2833 11 ай бұрын

That was bloody amazing nice job, thank U!

@3jay22 4 жыл бұрын

Knowing the basic basics and hopping into Ableton is fun, but you exposing some things I didn't know about or was doing in a more complex way has helped me a lot. Can't wait to scower your channel for other useful info.

@TheAudioJourney 4 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate this! Thanks for commenting.

@unicorashine7759 2 жыл бұрын

yayyyy the first abelton video that actually helped!!!! sending love!!

@EnHestUdenNavn 2 жыл бұрын

Great intro to beats in Ableton, thanks!

@tomasofficial. Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the nice tutorial! highly recommend!

@quintinmcfadden4297 Жыл бұрын

Soo cool! simple and easy to understand.

@karnprashantpk 3 жыл бұрын

I had some great fun creating my first beat thank you!

@TheUnfoldedBurrito 3 жыл бұрын

I've been having so much trouble on where to begin in Abelton and it's been so frustrating. This video helped me so much!!

@randmuller1267 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible stuff mate, this was so helpful!!!

@matthewdierlam1149 3 жыл бұрын

That was the best demo I've found yet!!

@PleaseDontEatMyPetChicken 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, this video was the jumpstart I needed 👏

@scottmitchell1315 2 жыл бұрын

That was so helpful. Thanks brother.

@enamameganvilawson7671 2 жыл бұрын

Daaaammmmnnnn good video about electronic music producing ! Thank you it s really helping !!

@Unboxing_TheTruth 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Made my 1st loop all thanks to you. Really helpful video.

@PowerfulEnergySportswear 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you sooooo much for your way of explaining, much appreciated!

@corinabartra6374 10 ай бұрын

Great video tutorial! Clear and love the fact you speak slow.

@anilaboutme Жыл бұрын

This was perfect! Just awesome! I feel confident to give it a try now. 👍👍👍

@akofenadubaku5322 2 жыл бұрын

This was PERFECT! Thanks Bro.

@ghostgore 2 жыл бұрын

thank YOU SO MUCH UR TUTORIAL WAS SO EASY FOR ME TO UNDERSTAND AHHHH

@paulkorchok6567 3 жыл бұрын

OOo OOo I know this voice. This voice helped me set up my launchkey with ableton.

@mytubelk 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!! what a Attractive Lesson well done.

@projectresonate5142 2 жыл бұрын

Great video bud!! Very easy and informative to follow.

@_tomissa_ 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial !! Thank you 😎😎😎😎

@rleach1682 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks - This is the best intro to Ableton I've found.

@smallllama4909 2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh thank you so much! This has seriously been so helpful.

@jacoblenhoff3654 3 жыл бұрын

Omg thank you for this video! I’m now having so much fun messing with beats haha!

@Dj_Lunagirl 2 жыл бұрын

thank you sooo much !!!!!! learning alot .

@zillionz 3 жыл бұрын

Made me smile how good this sounded after only 3 or 4 simple steps

@zeck8786 3 жыл бұрын

An actual good beginner tutorial thanks man!

@MrHunterWiseman 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!

@myprivacyplease5315 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your explanation it was easy and to the point, you help me create my first drum beat i look forward to follow your channel

@vivekchachra 4 жыл бұрын

hi John. you an awesome instructor . wanted to understand the placement of the instruments, like you placed the chi hat on the 3rd grid 1.1.3 and why not in the 1.1.1 or 4th i.e 1.1.4?

@natas-6747 2 жыл бұрын

You sir, are and excellent instructor! Liked, and subbed!

@Chris_Genex 7 ай бұрын

Solid mate, cheers

@willjonesiii1316 3 жыл бұрын

You're a lifesaver. thank you.

@hsk797 3 жыл бұрын

You are just AMAZING man, this helped me a ton. Instant Sub and a fan now

@TheAudioJourney 3 жыл бұрын

So happy this helped you, thanks for the kind words! Would love to know what you think if you take the free Ableton workshop in the description. All the best!

@icallhoopla8023 3 жыл бұрын

Glad that you just got right into the point and didn't move as slowly as other tutorials!!!

@MrCharlie066 2 жыл бұрын

Bruh. this is so helpful and clear.

@pommels2 Жыл бұрын

Great job!!

@Eyemallfunkedup 2 жыл бұрын

Great job.

@sheaholiday3019 3 жыл бұрын

New subscriber I am really struggling with abelton but I am not giving up very happy I found your channel .

@92spaceboy 3 жыл бұрын

Not on FB, but I have thoroughly enjoyed your tutorial thanks 🎯 Will continue to view these - NK

@clivecarter2833 Жыл бұрын

very helpful, thank you.

@robertogittens3996 Жыл бұрын

Good stuff !!!

@dhaferkoheji3572 3 жыл бұрын

Better than the official artsi fartsi Ableton tutorial. This is hands down the best Live tutorial for beginners l found. lts in a simple language focused and gets you going to work right away. Thanks 👍

@hhavhav1244 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks man finally someone who know how to explain.... other youtubers jump right into nowhere sample and not even straight to the point.

@ValioBeats 18 күн бұрын

Great video! 🔥

@timothykapak8665 2 ай бұрын

Great Jonny thumbs up for you

@GenChanels 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! You're such a great teacher😄

@MelMorales 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely helpful, it's that so that I'm writing to thank you wich I don´t usually do. thank you so much! new subscriber!

@allaboutdrama54 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I learnt a lot.

@dhiranchetty518 4 жыл бұрын

Thank u sooo much i followeed everything in this vid im not a beginer in music production but i am a noobie in Ableton Live thanks for the help

@Sportkids. 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work. Well done 👏

@ciprisad Жыл бұрын

Great video!

@MullerHamburg 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your introduction. it helps me a lot to start with ableton Live 11 :-)

@thekabanis4687 4 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. Keep up the great work👌 Btw can you do a tutorial on how to make a beat in Bandlab. Have Been trying to make one for ages but always had something missing

@stepheniewatts9632 3 жыл бұрын

The photo was me yesterday!!! Thanks for taking me out of that zone!

@finncain2392 3 жыл бұрын

Learnt more in this video than in any other video 👌🏾

@jules1718 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! :)

@roymichaeldeanable Жыл бұрын

Really Really really helpful...Thanks

@Zaptrap101 3 жыл бұрын

Damn! Thanks so much! You helped me so much!!!!

@MaddieConn 3 жыл бұрын

Damn, very clear. Thank you!

@tanmaymarkan3827 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is so good bro,thank u for this video,pls make more videos.:)

@alanellison6652 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great video and I really like your simple teaching style. I am intending to learn Ableton Live 10 and create and record my own music. I have played hardware keyboards and synths for decades. Now I want to record these external keys into Ableton ( as well as use some VSTs and softsynths.) Do you have a tutorial on how to record an audio track from an external synth? And also how to record a MIDI track from a soft synth? I would love to learn these skills from you. If you haven’t made a tutorial about these subjects, can you recommend a video?

@rockman49er 2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks even though it's 2 years later and alittle different you helped me do this my first beat any recommendations on the next lesson for me that's more up to date I could understand you better than any other video so far 8m going to look on your channel for something newer right now thanks bro I subscribed to ya thanks for the tutorial 😀