I've had the Novation Launch Control XL MK3 on my desk for over 2 weeks, putting it through its paces and I have been pleasantly surprised. There are 3 features on this controller that make it genuinely interesting, and one change that you absolutely need to know about before you buy. 

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I get asked this question constantly. At every university I teach at, including ICMP, BIMM, NHAM, and Thinkspace Education Online, it's always the same. Performance students, creative artists, people who've never opened a DAW in their life, they all want to know the same thing before they commi...

How to Use Link Audio in Ableton Live (Does It Actually Work?)

How to Fix Modular Synth Latency in Ableton Live (Use This CV Tools Trick)

Struggling with modular latency in Ableton? Use the External Audio Effect device after CV Instrument to fix it. This guide shows how to keep your modular synth in perfect sync with Ableton Live, whether you're using Eurora...

How to Record Hardware Synths in Ableton Live (Latency Free)

The best way to record hardware synths in Ableton Live latency‐free is to combine correct audio and MIDI routing with Ableton’s External Instrument device. When set up properly, your hardware synth behaves like a native instrument — tig...

These MAX FOR LIVE Devices Will CHANGE How You MIX

The affordable Monomono M4L devices let you instantly add body, character and width to your mixes, and they work standalone on the Ableton Push 3. They sound really good, and here's why.

Why it matters: You know that feeling when you drag a lo...

Ableton Live Just Changed Sampling Forever- Here's How...

Ableton has released Live 12.3, and honestly? It’s one of the most impactful updates in years, especially if you like sampling.

Here are the three standout features that will save you serious time:

1. Stem Separation – Right Inside Ablet...

How to Recreate Jon Hopkins’ Emerald Rush Synth Sound in Ableton Live

You can recreate Jon Hopkins’ Emerald Rush synth sound without his custom plugin. Using only Ableton Live stock effects, you can build it in under ten minutes.

Key Points

• Original sound used a custom Tim XL plugin

• Can be re

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How to Use iZotope RX with Ableton Live Without Killing Your CPU

The best way to use iZotope RX with Ableton Live is to run it as a standalone sample editor, not a plugin.

This keeps your sessions smooth, stable, and CPU-friendly, while still giving you RX’s powerful clean-up tools.

Key Takeaway...

If you're wondering whether the original Ableton Push 1 is still worth buying in 2026, the answer is yes, especially if you're on a budget. It works seamlessly with Ableton Live 12.4, delivers core functionality, and can be picked up secondhand for under £100.

Key Takeaways

• Works natively with

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How to Use Auto Filter in Ableton Live (Complete Guide)

Auto Filter is one of Ableton Live's most powerful and flexible effects, and it just got significantly better. Whether you're shaping tones in the studio, running live sets, or experimenting with sound design, Auto Filter gives you precise,...

Ableton Live 12.2 Update – The Smartest Workflow Upgrade Yet

Ableton Live 12.2 isn’t a full overhaul, but it brings powerful quality-of-life updates. From faster audio workflows to smarter instruments and UI tweaks, this version helps you stay creative and move faster.

Key Takeaways

• Bounce to...