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by Kenix
Mon Jul 04, 2016 1:01 am
Forum: Tips & Tricks
Topic: guitar as a midi controller
Replies: 22
Views: 9860

Re: guitar as a midi controller

Without being a Max/MSP expert: I am pretty sure there must be ways to assign a midi-value to certain notes/use your guitar as a MIDI controller if you were to code an own patch in Max. It's actually a cool idea which I might look into. Since you can basically connect anything to Max it should be do...
by Kenix
Thu Jun 09, 2016 1:54 pm
Forum: Ableton Live
Topic: Getting into Vinyl Sampling
Replies: 11
Views: 8664

Re: Getting into Vinyl Sampling

Thanks a lot for all the answers so far :)

I am in contact with my local vinyl store which is run by a former producer and DJ. He's gonna help me sorting through all that stuff a bit, because it seems quite overwhelming at the beginning. But I'm up for the challenge!
by Kenix
Wed Jun 08, 2016 10:23 am
Forum: Ableton Live
Topic: Getting into Vinyl Sampling
Replies: 11
Views: 8664

Re: Getting into Vinyl Sampling

If you get an analog turntable you'll need a phono preamp too, or use a DJ mixer with phono inputs. In my opinion the most important piece of a turntable is the cartridge and stylus (needle). What's your budget? Regardless, if you're looking to do it right, take your time, keep researching, and sav...
by Kenix
Tue Jun 07, 2016 8:42 am
Forum: Ableton Live
Topic: Getting into Vinyl Sampling
Replies: 11
Views: 8664

Re: Getting into Vinyl Sampling

You have it all about right. A record player of any type, cheap or super expensive. An audio interface, focusrite will work perfectly. All you have to do is, set up an audio track in ableton, arm it for recording, and then record an audio clip while the vinyl is playing. super simple. Then you can ...
by Kenix
Mon Jun 06, 2016 11:41 pm
Forum: Ableton Live
Topic: Getting into Vinyl Sampling
Replies: 11
Views: 8664

Getting into Vinyl Sampling

Hey folks, So I've done a bit of research recently looking into the art of sampling, specifically recording from vinyl to Ableton. I am new to this whole thing, so bear with me if I ask stupid questions! I've been searching the forums a little, but so far I haven't been very successful in finding a ...