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…
The 5 Best Midi Keyboard Controllers (Buying Guide)
Whatever type of music you’re making, whether it be hip-hop beats or full-fledged orchestral scores, there’s no doubt that you’ll eventually need a MIDI keyboard. Like interfaces, desktop computers, and studio monitors, MIDI controllers are seemingly becoming the centerpieces…
The 10 Best Metronomes (Digital and Mechnical)
Metronomes are easily the most useful tool when it comes to improving your timing as a musician and performer. There’s no doubt you’ve had the experience of practicing a song over and over to find out that the band plays it about 10 BPM faster than what you now have in your…