Ableton Live Tutorials
Free music production videos by Heath Holme
Watch my comprehensive Ableton Live tutorials covering everything from beginner basics to advanced production techniques. I'm Heath Holme, an Ableton trainer based in Ibiza with 25+ years in electronic music. I've DJ'ed alongside artists like Carl Cox, taught at Point Blank Music School, and released on labels including Toolroom and Yoshitoshi. These free tutorials will help you master music production faster. My YouTube channel features over 120 Ableton Live tutorials covering production techniques, sound design, and electronic music creation. Whether you're just starting out or refining advanced techniques, these tutorials cover everything you need to create professional electronic music in Ableton Live.
Top Performing Tutorials
AI Chord Generator for Ableton Live
Convert Drums to MIDI for Melodic Inspiration
In this tutorial, Heath Holme demonstrates how to use an AI-powered chord generator with Ableton Live. Learn how the app works, create custom chord progressions, export them as MIDI, and integrate them into your Ableton workflow. Perfect for producers looking to speed up their songwriting process.
In this tutorial, Heath Holme demonstrates how to extract rhythm patterns from drum loops and transform them into melodic inspiration. Learn to use Ableton Live's "Convert Drums to New MIDI Track" feature to create perfectly timed, groove-focused melodies that lock with your beat.
Ableton Live Expressive Chord Device Tutorial
Using Pigments Sequencer to Control Other Instruments in Ableton
In this tutorial, Heath Holme demonstrates Ableton Live's Expressive Chord Device. Learn the complete workflow, how to add depth through macro modulation, strumming techniques, and the correct setup for recording your results. If it sounds good, it is good!
In this tutorial, Heath Holme demonstrates how to use Pigments' sequencer to control other instruments in Ableton Live via MIDI. Learn the complete setup, explore creative factory presets, build custom sequences from scratch, and use powerful modulators to add evolving complexity to your patterns.
Euclidean Rhythms for Melody Creation in Ableton Live
In this tutorial, Heath Holme demonstrates how to use the Rotating Rhythm Generator with Ableton Live. Learn to transform simple patterns into intricate melodic sequences, harness Euclidean rhythms for melody creation, and generate complex, organic-sounding melodies with minimal effort.
Live Production Sessions
Watch me build tracks from scratch in real-time with live Q&A
Building an IDM Track from Scratch – Live Production Session
Indie Dance Track Production – Full Workflow in Ableton Live
In this live stream, Heath Holme builds an IDM track from scratch in Ableton Live. Watch advanced sound design techniques unfold in real-time, see the STING 2 sequencer in action, and experience the honest creative workflow including the messy parts. Live Q&A throughout.
In this live stream, Heath Holme builds an Indie Dance track from start to finish in Ableton Live. Follow along with drum programming, hook creation, bass line development, and the honest creative process including dead ends. Live Q&A throughout – ask questions and influence the track's direction.
Polyrhythms Explained – Cheat Codes for House & Techno
Dub Techno Production from Start to Finish
In this Episode of Cheat Codes for House and Techno Producers, Heath Holme demonstrates:
All you need to know about Polyrhythms with Ableton Live
In this live stream, Heath Holme builds a Dub Techno track from scratch in Ableton Live. Watch drum programming, hook development, bass line creation, and the complete honest workflow including creative dead ends. Live Q&A throughout – ask questions and influence the track's direction.
Modern Progressive House Track – Complete Production Tutorial
In this live stream, Heath Holme builds a modern Progressive House track in Ableton Live. Learn contemporary bass line creation, crisp drum grooves, lush synth work, and cutting-edge sound design. Experience the honest workflow including the messy parts, with live Q&A throughout.
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Beginner Tutorials Playlist – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM1Vth7xLgp5Td6daq5LhlVp6EM_k2f_7&si=atFZDKPGyzWC7zBP
Starting 'New Music Ideas' – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM1Vth7xLgp5SrcP8LkJa5sYJPOHB_Rhd&si=JqG5v9iD0Do_tCga
Ableton Live 12 Features – https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM1Vth7xLgp5lF8ijw5iIQH_EfqipnFFF&si=kZo93LY3jUjoGTQ6
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