Why I Switched from Logic Pro to Ableton Live (and the Four Tet Trick You Need)

The fastest way to unlock creativity in beat-making is to sequence MIDI first and sample later. This flips the usual producer workflow and helps you avoid getting stuck hunting for “the right” sound.

It’s a metho...

How to Make Better Drops on Ableton Push 3 Standalone

The quickest way to make your Push 3 live sets sound professional is to use macro variations and follow actions for clean builds and resets. This avoids messy transitions and keeps your performance flowing.

Key Takeaways

• Use Follow A...

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.

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Ableton Push 3 Just Got Follow Actions. Here’s How to Use Them:

Ableton Push 3 Standalone now supports Follow Actions, with no laptop required. This means you can trigger clip and scene automation directly from the hardware. It’s a massive upgrade for live performers and producers working...

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 pre...

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.

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Suppose you’re looking for an affordable, powerful, and fully integrated controller for Ableton Live. Despite the release of the Push 3, the Push 2 holds up thanks to strong compatibility, continued support, and unbeatable second-hand value.

Key Points

• Push 2 still works perfectly wit...

This guide shows you how to connect, configure, and customise your MIDI controller with Ableton Live

Key Points

• Plug and detect MIDI controller instantly

• Verify signal and set up MIDI ports

• Map buttons, knobs, and faders manually

• Use multiple controllers in one session

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Setting up the Akai MPK Mini with Ableton Live 12 is fast and easy when you follow the right steps. This guide shows you how to connect, configure, and customise your MPK Mini to unlock its full potential in music production.

Key Points

• Plug in and detect MPK Mini automatically via US...

I personally own all 3 Ableton Push controllers. Push 1, Push 2, and Push 3 Standalone. So if you are weighing up Ableton Push 3 vs Push 2, or wondering whether Push 1 is still worth it in 2026, I can give you a properly honest answer based on real use, not spec sheets.

I bought Push 1 second...