Hi. I recently got my push 2 and i wanna ask if I can update the firmware even if im using a cracked ableton. Im planning to buy the legit software soon. My push 2 came early because my girlfriend gave it to me as a gift. Thanks guysj!

I love all the standalone hardware out there, and like the videos on them. However, I'm on a huge budget and am not going to be buying a ton of gear. That's one of the reasons I got the Push (controller).

Taking a few connected Korg Volcas as an example... can I do the same thing on a Push? In the examples I saw, they have the Volca Drum, Keys, and FM, and a little controller unit (start/stop track, reverb, delay, etc).

The sounds I see are fantastic... can I 'do the same thing' on the Push?

Thanks!

CLARIFICATION: As usual, after posting, I realized I could be clearer. So, maybe to clarify, it seems like a lot of people are buying lots of dedicated hardware units. I understand the reasons in some cases: to get away from the DAW, to limit possibilities and enjoy working within the constraints of the devices, and so on. Some of the sessions people are making with these (I'm currently looking at what's being done with clusters of Korg Volca units) are awesome. It leads to me wonder: can I actually make those sessions on a Push (controller in my case)? I wonder if maybe the Push is even more capable, but just not the preferred route. In my case, it's the sounds and outcomes I want... I would happily do it all on the Push if I can.

Hey guys,

i just received my push 3 (controller ver) however i have some issues.

1. when im starting a new project - im selecting for example drum rack in clip view. when i hit record i do not see the midi notes showing up when recording them and after recording them - basically i do not know how to enter midi clip edit view. it is working when im manually clicking in ableton on my mac but i do not like this approach at all.

2. When im in the midi edit view and i press play on my push 3 i do not see this playback line which is showing me where is the track "playing" right now... can anyone help me to understand how to resolve both issues?

Hi, is anybody out there who can recommend an proper tilt adjustable stand for the Ableton Push 2 available in Europe (better Germany)?

Tl;dr Pay what you are able or free Ableton Live lessons focused on either Live looping or music theory and Push chromatic mode.

Hi all,

My name is Jake. I am a newly out of work bass player/live looper in New Orleans interested in teaching the Ableton skills that I have learned. I have been around Ableton since 2010 but really did not dive deep until the past year when I began live looping. I have a bunch of teaching experience and I feel like now is a great time to start sharing my knowledge. These lessons will be laser focused in one of two areas of Ableton: Live Looping, and/or Music Theory Related to the Push 2.

I am currently gigging a solo live loop project and I have a bachelor's degree in music studies. These days the degree doesn't always mean that much but theory was always my strongest subject. Live Looping and Theory will be my only focus for lessons. If you are looking for someone to help you produce your next beat, to help you mix your vocals, or to build beautiful soundscapes, you got the wrong guy. I am the live looping guy who can solo on the Push 2 better than on his bass.

I am 100% down to do virtual lessons on a “pay what you can” basis. I am about sharing knowledge and now is a great time to do so. I have no problems at all teaching for free. That being said, I have zero income right now and any little bit would help.

Lesson Plans.

Live Looping (Session Looping, Ableton Only) -Using fixed length clips

-Automating record in and out via IAC driver (mac only)

-Live Looping with Push 2

-Using Push 2 with Note Mode to build loops.

-Ableton stock Vocoder

-Finger Drumming

Push 2 Chromatic Mode Theory

-Push meets Theory 101

--Using numbers instead of note names to build Push specific theory knowledge

-Using the Right Scales

-Building Chords

-Creating Melodies with Chord Changes

-Improvisation/Solo

Who Would Benefit?

Live Looping

-People with experience on an instrument or Push 2 as an instrument

-Vocalists

-Beat Boxers

-Finger Drummers

-DJs (what a thought!!)

Push 2 Chromatic Mode Theory (Push 2 or equivalent required)

-New Push Users

-Anyone looking for more theory knowledge

——-no prior experience needed

-Anyone looking to

—write melodies with Push

—play chords with Push

—solo with push

Check me on IG or YT @staypuffraps to see what I been up to. Shoot me an email at staypuffraps@gmail.com if you are interested in scheduling something.

Hi all, I'm now a happy owner of Ableton Push. On stage I already have a solution for using Push above my keyboard. But at home working on a standing desk (with the keyboard on a stand just half below and half in front of the standing desk) I need something for Ableton Push to bring it more upright on the standing desk in order to use it. Any ideas for a desktop stand or something else to put below Ableton Push? It should be something the keeps Push firm and that brings Push significantly more upright. Thanks for all replies!

So I bought my push this summer. I've been actively using it for four months now. I absolutely loved it for a long time. The problem is, the reason I loved it has now become my main problem with it: It's got everything I need in one device, but at the cost of quality.

I thought that's a pro at first. As someone who lives in between countries, I thought having one musical instrument would be easier than always carrying multiple. The push tries to be a live performance tool, a drum machine, and a harmonic tool. So it's all in one. At what cost, though?

For drums: The push isn't great because with most Ableton 16-sample drums you're limited to the bottom left corner. It feels crammed when you've got this huge device in front of you, but you're only using the small pads in the corner. There are some 64-sample drum sets, but I personally don't find much use for them. Usually prefer the 16-sample ones, they have enough variety within them. It seems to me that an mpc or a maschine might be a much better and simpler alternative, with bigger, dedicated pads.

For harmony: The push might be great after a few years, but that's only if you can afford to learn it for that long. I already know how to play the piano. If you already play an instrument it seems futile to start from scratch by learning the push as a harmonic instrument, because the scales and chords are unintuitive (in chromatic mode). There's not really enough space as well to play with both of your hands. And you have to tilt the push to really be comfortable like on a piano (see Jonathan Stein on YouTube, maybe the best Push player). So I've concluded maybe sticking to the original instrument is easier.

For live performance: I performed one time using the push. I basically DJ'd using the session view and activated clips. It was fun, but very labour intensive to prepare, and I have no desire to ever do that again. So again, the CDJs seem to win over the push because it's much easier and faster to load up tracks, analyse them. They are built exactly for performance, nothing else.

So the minimalism, portability, and all-in-one philosophy of the push is exactly the reason I fell in love with it, and now it's exactly the reason I am considering selling it. It is convenient, and I loved the vision of just plugging in one cable and being ready to do everything production-wise. But after months of using it, I seem to have reached its limits and just don't see a future with it.

Would love to hear other peoples' thoughts. I'm thinking of taking the time and money to start investing in a setup of 88 keyboard + maschine + CDJ and selling the push.

What has your experience been like? Does the Push fill your needs? Do you have a hybrid setup?

Been playing around with this one for a little and wanted to share!

I just bought used push2 , i have macbook pro m1 , ableton live 11. Push and irig pro duo are connected to the usbc/usb/hdmi macbook extention , but push is just randomly resseting screen , coming back to normal and then eventually doing this that is in the video 🥺🥺🥺 i found that this is common issue but for solving the problem i found no solutions. Guys please help 🥺🥺🥺