Ableton Live Riser Device - Free Max For Live Download - Point Blank

Here's one for you Ableton live users with Max for Live. It's a free Riser effect from Point Blank, perfect for break-downs and build-ups in your tracks.



You can grab the device from Point Blank Facebook page here.

"Point Blank instructor and course developer Daniel Herbert has created this Max For Live custom device for creating rises and sweeps in Ableton Live. Perfect for breakdowns and buildups! Watch the video to see how it works, what makes it unique and and how to set it up.

We are giving it away absolutely free via the link above.

Check out Point Blank's range of Ableton Live Online courses here:http://www.pointblankonline.net/courses/ableton-live-courses.php

Watch more free tutorials on our sample course page:http://www.pointblankonline.net/sample-a-course/

Please subscribe to our channel to make sure you don't miss future exclusive tutorials from Point Blank Online school."

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Beat Evolve for iOS review

Beat Evolve from Team Popo is a fun little iOS app which shares a few similarities between with Yammaha's   TNR-i app. It's a music sequencer based around a 16x16 beat grid. However this app boasts something that the TNR-i doesn't; the ability to randomise and evolve the patterns that you put into it. You can even further customise how the pattern evolves.

However, the built in instruments are a bit limited compared to the TNR-i and I feel Beat Evolve would feel more at home keeping you entertained on the couch rather than in your studio.



If you're looking for a cheap and fun alternative to the TNR-i then it's definitely worth checking this one out. While it may not be a serious music making tool it will definitely keep you busy when on your downtime.

Beat Evolve is available in the AppStore for iPad and iPhone now.

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Introducing the Transient Master - Native Instruments

Here's a quick overview of the new Transient Master plug-in from Native Instruments. The plug-in itself looks pretty cool but the video alone does a good job of explaining what transient shaping actually is. The visuals in this video makes it easy to grasp the concept of the process and where to use it while mixing.

Check out the Video below.



"Get instant dynamic control! Transient Master is the go-to tool for positioning drums and percussion, letting you mix from front to back and dial-in just the right amount of space. Find out more at: http://www.native-instruments.com/transientmaster"

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How to add groove with ReGroove - Propellerhead

Want to breathe a little life into your Reason tracks? then Maybe you should experiment with the built in ReGroove mixer. The ReGroove mixer is a feature that is often overlooked in Reason but it can do so much to help your tracks along and get them feeling a little funkier.

Here's a short YouTube tutorial from the guys over at Propellerhead software that shows of some of the features that ReGroove has to offer.



"More info on Reason: https://www.propellerheads.se/products/reason/

Want your tracks to really groove? Tired of using the same shuffle setting for everything? ReGroove is there for you and product specialist Mattias will help you understand how to do it! Learn how to change the global shuffle, assign a groove to a track, create your own groove templates and some other tips and tricks in this Reason Tips video."

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Samples Back Online

In the last post I mentioned that some of the links to the free samples that are on offer here at Voltage-Controlled weren't working. I've now re-uploaded them to a different file hosting site (FileFactory) and they should be available to download again.

As always, if you run into any problems or would like to send feedback about the site you can get in contact with me at DanWeatherall@voltage-controlled.com

-Dan

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Sample Downloading Issues

Just a quick update. I've noticed that some of the links samples on the site no longer work. They're currently hosted on Minus.com, this might be a bit of a glitch on their end but to be honest I don't really know.

I'm currently in the process of re-uploading the samples to FileFactory.com and will change the links in the effected posts. I'll put a post up here when all of the links have been updated but in the mean time, sit tight, they'll be available again soon.

If you have any feedback for the site please feel free to contact me at DanWeatherall@Voltage-Controlled.com

-Dan

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AudioBus for iOS - Exchange audio between apps with ease

I’ve not featured any iOS audio apps on Voltage Controlled for a while but I think this one definitely deserves a mention. AudioBus is a really cool app that allows you to exchange live audio between different iOS apps that you have installed on your device. This is big news for all of you iOS musicians out there; you can finally record audio between apps!

Say for example; you want to record the output of your favourite synthesiser app into your favourite multitrack recording app. The only way to do this at the moment is with AudioCopy. AudioCopy is great for short loops and samples but what if you want to record an entire live performance in real time? With audio bus this will soon be possible.

AudioBus has currently been approved by Apple and should hopefully be in the AppStore soon. While you wait, why not check out this latest teaser video and see for yourself what AudioBus is capable of.

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London Elektricity - Drum Processing Tutorial - Hospital Records

Here's a cool little tutorial from Drum n Bass legend London Elektricity showing you how he beefs up his drum breaks. Anyone that's producing Drum n Bass will benefit from an insight on how the pros work. I'm hoping to see some more future tutorials from London Elektricity and maybe even some of the other guys over at Hospital Records.

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Ableton announce Live 9 and Push

Ableton has always focused heavily on the live performance aspect of music and as a result there are already some really cool dedicated controllers out there; I’m talking about the Akai APC series and the Novation Launch Pad. Although these controllers are designed to work directly with the Ableton Live software, they don’t really take full advantage of everything that Ableton can do.

Along with the recent announcement of Live 9, Ableton revealed their latest venture into the hardware controller market. Push is a dedicated controller that integrates directly with the Ableton Live software. This hardware/software hybrid approach reminds me of the highly acclaimed Maschine controllers from Native instruments.

The only downside that I can see is that Push is huge; I can’t really see it sitting comfortably next to my laptop like my humble MaschineMikro does at the moment. However, even with its large size I would still like to get my hands on one and see what it’s capable of.

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