The NEW Ableton 12 Beginner Guide (in 22 Minutes)

[@petrassekas5406]

For real though, NEW USER FRIENDLY, like, I know next to nothing about musical theory. He uses all stock sounds and truly wants to educate you with his videos. No click bait title, no half-assed explanation where he flies through the lesson leaving you confused, and isn't doing this to advertise a sample pack you have to buy to follow along in the lesson. This man is here because he genuinely wants us to learn.

[@Somuchtosay-l3u]

i still dont know how to download and install the file

[@seeya101oliASWHDFIL]

I'm a new user and I watched 2 beginner videos of his. I'm just as lost as before I started.

[@Somuchtosay-l3u]

@@seeya101oliASWHDFIL update i know how to record audio. I’m still learning how to record midi I don’t know why i am not getting it

[@DavidBoura]

@@Somuchtosay-l3u There are different ways to record, and Live keeps being confusing for some time on that topic. How many times everyone lost a recording, be it audio or midi, be it a composition or automations? Dozen of times before you get used to it. But what i wanted to tell you is, you're not going to be in ease in any DAW after 2 or 3 videos!

[@angusdalgla-eshay3815]

noticed this with way too many other 'tutorial' videos. 'oh yea first you just gotta do this, which is included in my sample pack'. i appreciate the recognition

[@ToTouchAnEmu]

Haven't touched a DAW in 9 years and today just felt like downloading the Ableton 12 trial. Thank you for this intro, this takes tons of guesswork out of beginning stages!

[@dominickcordero]

Great seeing you in here! Can't wait to see where your journey takes you!

[@seiwarriors]

Me too, I started when I was 13 and then stopped around when I was 17 around 7 years ago now.

[@BerlinChild]

Switching over from FLStudio right now after about 4 years of "mastering" that DAW. And I felt severely limited eventually. Got my hands on Ableton today and your Tutorial is a great help. A lot of similarities between the programs, but it's the simple things that Ableton does the most different. In a way I like, to be honest. And I can already tell I will enjoy the workflow with Ableton a lot more than FLStudio. It served me well. I think its THE daw to learn daws. But Ableton is just so... clean, I dont know how else to put it.

[@Distortionghosts]

Any updates? 👀 also what version of each do you have? I have fl producer but I want to switch to ableton, the price difference between versions is steep though, I want to know which version is best to start with!

[@uznav007]

I used fl studio since 2011 and i felt super limited and in 2015 i decided to use ableton live and booom , my ideas got more and more better my organization went better and i think that was the best thing i ever do , so congratulation for finally switch to the real music produccion world🎉

[@neoconnor4395]

FL studio being the best DAW to learn DAWS us actually the opposite of truth. It's one of the easier DAWS to learn, but the format is so uniquely it's own, what you learn is not very transferable to other DAWS, unlike Pro Tools, Reaper or Ableton. The best DAWS that teach you to be the most effective with DAWS universally would actually be something more like Reaper - seeing as how learning it's very un-user friendly UI will make you super prepared to learn new DAWS.

[@EOE808]

Went through the same process. Used FL to start. But I went to a music production class that only used Ableton. I understood the process better and ideas were easier to develop. FL is muuuuuuch better now than in 2016, and I jump in on occasion to change things up & use its instruments to create ideas, then drag back to Ableton. Every daw is just a tool for you to use however it works best for you.

[@djvarangian]

Same here - I had Live 11 90 day Trial as my very 1st DAW. Then I got an M32 Komplete Kontrol 🎹 with Lite. The 8 Track is too limiting after using licensed FL Studio. But WOW after 2.5yrs mastering FL, with Ableton familiarity, going to the 30 day Live 12 Full Licence is just INSANELY efficient. My orphaned samples from old projects are now becoming the nucleus of new tracks, I can play my instruments straight into the Audio Channels or MIDI. Assuming unlimited Creativity, the difference is probably a 700% increase in efficiency of Production (7x). ✌🏻

[@twistedtestes5348]

Legend for posting so many tutorial/beginner videos like this!

[@ilandzmusic7848]

Agreed

[@Trinzzler]

Absolute legend man, I'm just getting into making the music I've been listening to for decades and your whole channel is an absolute treasure trove of useful information.

[@MattRid]

Wicked no fluff fast and comprehensive Ableton tutorial Nice one Ethan

[@MetalMamaMist]

I have been searching for tutorial videos for weeks and this is the first video that has walked me through the program without overwhelming me. Thank you!

[@CompleteProducer]

You're very welcome!

[@RayRay3818]

Wish you had this vid years ago! Took me so long just to figure out and learn the basics that you showed in 20 mins!! Thanks

[@masteryoshi2196]

Another cool thing you can do is take time to learn each audio effect and instrument. IMO if you learn all the goodies Ableton offers, you’ll be the king of CPU. 😂 especially the 3 band channel EQ they have. Quick on the go eq!

[@pauljohnrudoi6245]

I'm a choral composer and vocalist in my day job with Cantus. I've wanted for years to dig into Ableton because I'd love to create parodies/comedy songs on my own outside of Cantus' usual Covers concerts. I can't stress enough how amazingly helpful your videos are to someone steeped in "traditional" music. As others have said, no clickbait, truly helping us get through step-by-step. Everything is laid out well but not taught like we're dumb. It's just such a great resource. Thank you Ethan Davis!!!

[@goofyy_]

out of all the DAW online teachers, you are by far the best teacher at explaning each and every detail and UI. You just got yourself a subscriber

[@allegro1355]

I viewed a lot of videos about Ableton 12, but I chose this to begin learning. It is straightforward, teaches the basics, shows good features and the essentials to kick the ground and move. So thank you for sharing this. I am now jumping to your Music Theory video.

[@CompleteProducer]

You're very welcome!

[@RK-nq3fj]

Thank you so much Ethan! I'm getting back to music production after 20 years.

[@dominickcordero]

As an Fl Studio user for the past 3 years, I've been wanting to make the switch to Ableton. It was definitely a little overwhelming at first. After watching your video, and seeing you break down the basics in such a simple and educational way has boosted my confidence! Thanks so much for this Ethan! You're amazing!

[@starrybook]

been using fl studio for about 5 years. just about to go full send on a switch to ableton and this video definitely helped me get a better grasp on the interface than i did when i tried it 3 years ago.

[@volqzy]

Man cracked ableton saved my life

[@Iamfrequency_]

this video is excellent, I spent a whole day watching it on repeat and now I totally get ableton, great amount of detail and kept simple

[@timestes9455]

I've been using ableton for a few years, and watching this video taught me at least 10 things I didn't know! Thanks Ethan :) Most helpful: Default template & limiter

[@CompleteProducer]

Happy to help!

[@churumusik]

Thank you so much! I'm migrating from other DAW and I needed a quick overview how basic stuff is done in Ableton. Amazing! Thanks!

[@Dremix73]

Great tutorial to get started with the most basic but important info in Ableton Live. I'm a FL user but already bought Live a few years ago but never got into it. Due to some limitations in FL I wanted to try again and this video was the spark to get going again. Thanks a lot!

[@nobodylol111]

Amazing guide! I've seen a few already but this one has to be the most basic while also being just in-depth enough!

[@nrrve]

You're a real gem Ethan, thanks for sharing this content for free.

[@CompleteProducer]

thank you! happy to help

[@dibbsGG]

Thank you for this video, I haven’t touched a DAW for a decade and this is just what I needed to jump straight back in. Subscribed 😊

[@jerickftw]

Because of you I started producing in Ableton instead of FL studio. Your video's are so clear and calm, love following these. Keep up the work :)

[@constructed]

Just a late starter here, but coming from film editing, your energy - and thus your videos, are not just instructions but nourishment for creativity, thank you!

[@CompleteProducer]

wow thank you! im getting suuuuuuper into film these days actually haha

[@JasonBleuu]

I just bought Abelton 12 after being on FL Studion since 2018. Your tutorial really surprised me and I love your teaching methods. Thanks for making me laugh and teaching me the basics! Keep up the amazing work!!!!!

[@lilocapitalT-ix4nz]

How do you like it? I’m also a FL studio user

[@bollywoodeditsbytaner2611]

Just finished your video on ableton 11 , so happy that you did the same thing for 12 - thank you for your effort and cuteness

[@GManAce]

Dude... I havent even start the actual tutorial portion yet but I have to say, you are probably already my favorite person on youtube... for some reason your videos are stress removing lmao

[@lindasson]

8 months later, and I HAD to comment again lol! Your teaching style is amazing, and how you broke things down made it EXTREMELY easy to pick up, and I'm getting more excited as the video goes because it's finally clicking 💡 I have a Push 3 now, and I wanna learn this information like Neo in the Matrix. I appreciate you cousin (my last name is Davis😂), and thank you for sharing!!!🙏🏾✊🏾💚

[@carlaa.springs1107]

Thanks so much Ethan - I'm starting this endeavor in my 60s 🤣, but I'm determined and your videos really help me a lot! (Even though I have to replay a few times to totally catch what you said). This was great as I am new to all of this. Thanks again!

[@blazenplays]

This is exactly the kind of introduction I was looking for! I have been stuck for weeks now trying to figure out how to use some of the new 12 features and you taught me how to be more productive with Ableton in general. Thank you, Ethan!

[@matthewyates2031]

Thank you so much for the new Live 12 walk through. I really appreciate your time and showing us all the new basic features. Thanks again Ethan. Salute.

[@friends_call_me_ajax]

I appreciate your videos. I have NEVER touched a daw and next week I’m getting a new computer for daw use only and these videos help

[@CompleteProducer]

you got this!

[@alexanderz2722]

Love this guy's positive vibes and how quick he goes through the tutorials but in a way that's easy to understand :)

[@Cayman90]

Just downloaded Ableton today. I am very excited starting this music journey. And you help me with the first steps. Thank you!

[@captinbunt]

Have been thinking about getting ableton as i want to start making my own music as ive recently started dj'ing again but was worried it would be too much for me to understand but this video has put me right at ease with making the purchase and getting started. For this i thank you and you definitely deserve my sub. Thanks again.

[@UncleLoodis]

Thanks for putting this video together! It's been a year or more since I used Ableton and just upgraded to version 12. This video was a great refresher course on the basics for an old dude. :)

[@MadaFakaShone]

My mind was blown by the Ableton possibilities and you did that in first 7 minutes of video. THANKS!!!!!

[@danaphaedresoneill9784]

WOW, this was extremely helpful! I appreciate that you got right to it and provided so many helpful instructions. I'm feeling less intimidated by Ableton and more excited to play around. Thank you!

[@jaredsmith4964]

This was actually really comprehensive and informative. I’ve made like 20 songs on garage band, but I’ve kinda been looking for something better, with more options, but they’re typically confusing to understand. Thanks for this bomb video

[@lindasson]

I've wanted to buy Abelton, but to be honest, I've been intimidated by it, but this video is AMAZING. Thank you for breaking it down to fragments that I can easily understand. Much appreciated!🙏🏾✊🏾💚

[@CompleteProducer]

Happy to help! You got this!

[@QuantumKatmusic]

Thankyou for being straightforward and quick, ive been using reason 12/ reason since i was 14, before that a few years of fl studio when it was called fruity loops still! I started producing music in 6th grade and im 34 now, im tired of reason 12 being a monthly payment, ive had an ableton lite license for awhile and im finally trying to learn it , so im not a total rookie, but ableton compared to reason is confusing without any help, so a video like this is great 👌

[@andresaiello5637]

Watched this multiple times and every time I learned something new. Great vid!

[@Soraldor]

Thank you for this introduction to Ableton. When I started it for the first time I was overwhelmed but with your video it's much easier to find a start. Thank you!

[@lukecook4379]

Just switched from FL, I love this kind of content from you!

[@bastiandelosmonteros]

amazing video, it is my first time using ableton and wow, you helped me so much

[@jwhatwherewho]

This is exactly what I need. I do worship at my church and I have to get a clip to the drummer and I’ve been a little bit intimidated by able to because I started off on GarageBand and I’m trying to learn Eli platinum. I know if I’m gonna be working in the church circuitis to go to DAW. Thank you again!

[@Fortjul]

Just downloaded suite . Haven't played with beats since DJing was two sl1200's and actual vinyl. Actual midi cables everywhere. Very excited

[@cyngarcia1097]

This is exactly what I've been looking for and it is just so amazing, thank you loads for sharing it with us! You are truly a GODSEND and simply amazing!!!😊♥ More power and God Bless!!!

[@daquitos]

Wow thank you so much. I'm hoping to master this program too, and I'm especially excited to see where I'd be in 10 years

No words how much I love this video and appreciate what you do at your channel here!

[@greynot]

I am using LMMS for some years now and can't find some tutorials that I want. Although I managed how to work with it but, I think I need a newer DAW to work with. I am seeing lots of beginners using Ableton. Luckily, when I search for tutorial, yours pop-out first. I am satisfied with the tutorial, and looking forward for myself playing around Ableton. Thank you so much!

[@lemonadestandrecords]

Just opened my own record label and found this to be very helpful! Thank you!

[@rxinfxllYT]

Dude I can’t tell you how much I’ve learned from you in just a short space of time! Thank you for doing this for all of us. I’ll have to send you my songs to hear them once they’re ready, once they’re done, thanks to your tutorials and all!!

[@CompleteProducer]

can't wait to here!

[@MrBolognaTony]

I'm brand new to Ableton and this has been absolutely incredible! Thank you for this!

[@aaronmegibow9760]

THANK YOU!!!!!! Your videos are such a blessing for me as a new bedroom dj/producer.

[@monsieurmurphy]

You’ve a great teaching style. So easy to follow. Looking forward to working through this. 🎉

[@Ty.SwayZe]

Wow for someone who knew nothing about making music this is awesome. I’m always looking for a challenge and this seemed like a fun one. I learned a lot in a little amount of time! Great video!

[@herynisrael3161]

amazing brother, I watched the entire video! So professional and steadfast wow

[@antgeeze7129]

Recording audio with off selected instead of auto will cancel that buffer delay==direct monitoring. And can use the sends still for reverb or delay

[@Flont]

I'm using FL Studio for years now, but recently downloaded Ableton Lite which came with a MIDI keyboard a few years back. Mixing was kinda a struggle but this tutorial is really straight forward and helped me to figure some things out. I don't think I'm gonna switch, but learning things is always good!

[@KingPrawn666]

Awesome walkthrough. Great for beginners, those new to Ableton or anyone who’s had a big break and needs to get back in the swing of things.

[@plok3433]

From Cubase, Protools, Dorico finally now learning Ableton Live 12 Suite. Used the discount also its a economical purchase.

[@markoneill6279]

Ethan your really good at teaching ableton... THANK YOU! ❤

[@tidefallmusic]

Thanks for helping expedite the new Volt 2/Ableton Live 12 set up I'm working with! Excited to get recording😍

[@EireneSarah]

Thanks for the tutorial Ethan! But what I liked the most about this video is not the guide and the protips, but your genuine personality. I could tell by your facial expressions, body language, and the way you talk, that you're a very kind and friendly soul. RESPECT.

[@FerhatGündüz62]

Ethan,you are amazing! I'm grateful for your inspiration🙏🏻

[@mintlou]

Really like pace of this video. Straight to it, showing us the immediate effect of what you're explaining.

[@cassidyraebarrera]

This was soooooo helpful! I have to learn Ableton in basically a few days in order to complete a project. Your video has saved me so much time!

[@bryndal36]

Thanks for the video. New subscriber. Just downloaded Ableton 12 live trial today to see what's possible. Thanks to your video, it seems a lot less daunting than I thought.

[@james-b8l]

thank you for your videos i tried doing this last year but was getting frustrated so thought id try again. your videos are very helpful. I'm hoping this time around i will do much better. thanks again

[@leslie5296]

I've watched a few tutorial before, but this one actually made sense to me. You're an awesome teacher thanks.

[@BJT0940]

I can't thank you enough for making this video, really making it a breeze to get through this tutorial. Giddy up 💪

[@dtoulkidis]

Respect man. I hope Ableton pays you for this cause I am buying it right now .... Super fast and engaging tutorial.

[@adrianioanvereha8949]

Hi Ethan. I'm a newbie to Ableton and music production. Hearing your song come together made my day - so cool! I'll be putting your tips into practice. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge!

[@hopedupois]

Ehi thank you very much for this super clear tutorial. Finally someone who says everything basics about Ableton without making it intimidating! I'm a total beginner producer (I was used to sing and songwrite), so... do you suggest me to buy the intro, the standard or the suite version? Just to tell you (in order to give me a better answer), I want to produce electronic/almost techno music, like old school techno, so... yeah... I need an advice 😅 Keep going!

[@mastergroshi6277]

As a fl user that got live 12 as a demo. This helped me more than you know. I was lost asf 😂. Thank you kind sir

[@jagdishchintala]

this is veery help fun, I just downloaded the Ableton and started off good.

[@itzsojib9]

Great and very detailed also very simplified tutorial so far

[@ManCalledMif]

Super helpful video. One thing 9:47 midi tracks also for control of external hardware synths.

[@louisseanettebotha6981]

I learned more about Ableton in 22 minutes than I did in 6 years recording just Audio. Thank you.

[@CompleteProducer]

:O wow!! happy to help

[@nevereven7]

I'm starting from scratch learning this... a lot went over my head. Going to have to watch this a couple of times.. already pausing and restarting so much

[@holyk8]

Thank you, Ethan! Starting with Ableton for 5th time, but now seems like less struggle. Great tutorials!

[@OfficialPositiveMusicTV]

wow I'm new to this thank you so much for the help here Ethan

[@Digmen1]

That was great. I just installed Abbleton Live 12 lite,, and did not know where to start. That gave me a good idea. I suppose on Windows its Ctrl etc

[@arantzac5972]

I have to turn in three pieces using ableton in the next week and you just saved my life

[@CompleteProducer]

Haha I never thought that this video would help students out but that totally makes sense. Happy to help!

[@DJSamerChidiac]

Thank you, Ethan. That was very comprehensive! I would love to see you talk about the new Generative Features in 12.

[@ERVO7]

Thanks Ethan, always great advice 🔝

[@LogicBeach]

Great simple intro to the Ableton UI. I am attempting to switch from Reason now so I can focus more on live sets and this helps. I got a real kick from your vocals! Yeah let's go!

[@striptizrecords]

love this, especially the parts about ideas flowing out of one's mind straight to the speakers

[@ForeverAlone79]

You are the man! This is SUCH an amazing free resource. Thank you so much for taking the time and putting in the effort to make this. I've owned my copy of Ableton for the last 7 years and never got around to using it. This vidoe is perfect. I'm about to start dropping some heat out here. Also LMFAO @ 20:45

[@rananapier8424]

Thanks so much for this, just got ableton and it’s definitely been kicking my butt trying to figure it out on my own. This was super helpful

[@vinny7236]

Clear ,consice tutorial, very well presented exellent instructor.

[@jpallatin]

Live 12 is amazing! Thank you for this great video, straight to the point!

[@The_Infamous_Boogyman]

ok, right out the gate im going to say that the last video of someone teaching opened up ableton it looked absolutely NOTHING like what i had on my screen, so, very thankful that we at least agree on a viewpoint lol. hoping to update this comment with a great ending, i am ok at fl studios and i killed cakewalk kinetic RIP, it was the fkng best, but so far you school everyone. lets go.

[@Vincesylvain]

Super clear and concise vid! just got the Ableton free trial and I took some notes while watching this. Subbed

[@shullianamusic]

is my first time trying to use Ableton, you're massive! thanks a lot 😁

[@MisguidedAndMaladjusted]

I don’t know what it is but I just couldn’t click with Ableton and it made me sad because I made a pretty big investment by purchasing the Suite. But you my man are brilliant. Something about your teaching style made it click for me. I appreciate you

[@CompleteProducer]

love to hear that!

[@KozyKubGam3r]

I’ve wanted to learn how to make my own beats for years. They used to have simpler free tools way back and I remember having so much fun creating music as a kid. I’d be starting from scratch, but this looks like fun to learn. Definitely subbing for when I’m ready to start.

[@GizzmoD.gremlin]

This was awesome, clean, and very easy to understand. A great walk through and the right amount of thorough. That last statement spoke directly to me. Thank you, big bro! 🫡🫡🫡

[@robflores5172]

Just trying ableton for the first time. I'm digging it. I might like it as much as my main DAW Reaper. I wish Rewire was still a thing so I could run Ableton in Reaper.