Is remixing part of the course?

Yes - remixing and mashups get their own dedicated section.

What's the goal of this course?

To give DJs a taste of production - seamless mixes, custom edits and refined sound - without overwhelming you with full production and sound design concepts.

Can I attend from Sydney, or do I need to travel?

You can join Live Online, or attend in-person at our Ableton Certified Training Center in New York.

Does the course cover editing recorded mixes?

Yes - recording your sets and then editing and refining them is a full module of its own.

What kind of custom edits can I make?

Personalized edits using loops, samples and acapellas to fit your own sets and style.

Ableton Live for DJs Course

Ableton Live for DJs

Take your DJ journey to the next level, with our specialized course, “Ableton Live for DJs”. Tailored for DJs looking to take the next step towards production, but not be bogged down in programming beats, music theory or Sound Design just yet. This course delves into the intricacies of Ableton Live, empowering you to create seamless mixes, craft edits, record parts, and refine your overall sound, in-person at our Ableton Certified Training Center in New York, or LIVE Online.

Sydney students take the Ableton Live for DJs Course in a small class at our studio, or live online in the same session, using our specialist music collaboration software, Muse, taught by producers working in the Australian scene. Discover qualities that distinguish us, here.

Introduction to Ableton Live for DJs

→Overview of Ableton Live interface and key functionalities.
→Setting up your DJ rig within Ableton Live for optimal performance.

Advanced Mixing Techniques

→Mastering the art of smooth transitions and creative mixing.
→Using Ableton Live’s unique features for dynamic and expressive mixes.
→Integrating external hardware controllers to enhance your mixing experience.

Recording and Editing Parts of Your Mix

→Comprehensive guide to recording your live sets for future playback and analysis.
→Techniques for editing and refining recorded mixes to perfection.
→Incorporating effects and automation to add flair and individuality to your mixes.

Crafting Custom Edits

→Understanding audio editing without delving into complex production workflows.
→Creating personalized edits of tracks to fit your unique style and sets.
→Incorporating loops, samples, and acapellas to customize your music library.

Workflow Optimization for DJs

→Streamlining your DJ workflow within Ableton Live.
→Tips and tricks to navigate the software efficiently during live performances.
→Utilizing Ableton Live’s session view for on-the-fly creativity.

Performance Enhancement

→Leveraging Ableton Live’s warping features for tight synchronization.
→Incorporating live instruments and vocals into your DJ sets.
→Real-time manipulation of audio to create dynamic and engaging performances.

Remixing and Mashups

→Dive into the world of remixing and creating unique mashups using Ableton Live.
→Master the art of sampling and manipulating tracks on the fly.

Final Project

→Applying the skills learned throughout the course to create a personalized, polished DJ set.
→Peer and instructor feedback for continuous improvement.

What our students say.

“Lots of one on one, great break down, wonderful teacher. Awesome staff..I cant wait to take a production course to advance what I have learned in this class. Very positive, super supportive. I'm so happy I decided to cont. with my education..201 made everything gel in my brain from the first class especially when I started playing out. It all made sense.”

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Ableton Live for DJs