Master Ableton’s Instrument, Audio & MIDI Racks to create pro-level sounds, FX chains, and performance setups.
Unlock the full creative power of Ableton Live in this hands-on Racks Masterclass.
What you’ll learn
- Build custom Ableton Instrument, Drum, and Effect Racks from scratch..
- Learn advanced macro mapping for dynamic sound control and automation..
- Design flexible performance setups for studio and live use..
- Streamline workflow and create reusable, professional rack templates..
Course Content
- Instrument Racks –> 5 lectures • 29min.
- Audio Effect Racks –> 3 lectures • 16min.
- Drum Racks –> 3 lectures • 26min.
- MIDI effect racks –> 3 lectures • 26min.
- Super Racks –> 4 lectures • 31min.
- Sound Design Racks –> 3 lectures • 42min.
Requirements
Unlock the full creative power of Ableton Live in this hands-on Racks Masterclass.
Across 22 detailed lessons, you’ll learn how to build, customise, and combine Ableton’s Instrument, Audio, Drum racks and MIDI Racks — turning simple ideas into professional, performance-ready systems.
We start with the basics, exploring rack interfaces and mapping macros, then move into advanced creative design — layering sounds, nesting racks, and crafting evolving instruments, drums, and FX.
You’ll also learn how to use Chain Selectors, Random devices, and modulation tools to create unique, dynamic sounds that stay fresh and inspiring.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Design your own Instrument, Drum, and FX Racks from scratch.
- Build Super Selector Racks for fast sound switching and creative layering.
- Create randomised kick, clap, and hat generators for original sound design.
- Develop reusable racks to speed up your production workflow.
Whether you’re producing in the studio or performing live, this masterclass gives you a complete toolkit for custom Ableton rack design — helping you work faster, sound better, and think more creatively inside Ableton Live.
Plus, you’ll gain deeper insight into workflow organisation and sound design principles used by professional producers worldwide.
This course is suitable for all levels of producer.