Pedals have become somewhat of a staple when you consider the modern guitar tone. With all the crazy, shiny effects pedals around, people never tend to think about the pedals that do the grunt work. We’re talking about Expression Pedals. Expression pedals are awesome as they…
5 Best Sustain Pedal for Digital Pianos and Keyboards
Digital pianos are pretty much used everywhere these days. They are much easier to travel with than traditional pianos, are much less expensive, and have tons of added features built in. If you’ve ever played a digital piano before, you know how crucial it is to have a good…
The 5 Best Guitar Compressor Pedals
Compressor pedals have been an essential piece of pedalboards since the early days of rock and roll, yet they are seemingly the most underrated types of pedals. The functionality of a compressor pedal should never be underestimated though, as when used correctly, it can add…
The 8 Best Stands for Ableton Push 1 & 2
Being able to get the proper height or viewing angle for your Ableton Push can be daunting depending on your studio or stage setup. The Ableton Push is also an odd shape, meaning you’ll likely have a hard time getting a traditional folding keyboard stand to work for you. That…
The 5 Best Midi Keyboards for Ableton Live
When I first switched over from Pro Tools to Ableton, I found that my workflow had drastically changed. The program feels so much more user-friendly and makes recording and performing seem like a breeze. While I was still recording with analog gear and acoustic instruments, I…
The 5 Best Ableton Controllers for All Budgets
With the hundreds of MIDI drum controllers on the market today, finding one that works best for Ableton can be a huge pain. Compared to other DAWs like Pro Tools, Logic, Reason, etc., Ableton has a different workflow. You’ll most likely end up using Ableton to trigger clips…