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INSTRUMENT AND EFFECT DEVICES IN ABLETON LIVE 10

Now that Ableton Live 10 is finally out, let’s jump in and explore the new and updated devices in this latest version of the software. In the walkthrough, I’ve focused on the Wavetable synth, which is an obvious one to talk about, being such a fully-featured instrument. Wavetable synths have a quite unique sound, so it’s a handy addition alongside the virtual analogue experience of, er, Analog, and the FM-based creative monster that is Operator. If you preview any single individual sound from Wavetable you could be underwhelmed, but as soon as you begin to use the Modulation Matrix, and manipulate the Osc positions, it becomes incredibly lively and organic. I’d encourage you to dig in and explore this instrument – go through the presets, understand what the controls do, how the Matrix works, and to build your own sounds. If you’re using a MIDI keyboard, or Push,

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