Komplete Kontrol M32 Ableton Workflow and Making a Beat
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So this time I use the tiny Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 to navigate Ableton, preview, load and play virtual instruments. This is not supposed to be full tutorial, but rather a beatmaking video and a demonstration of the keyboard's playability.
But let me know if you have any questions on using the keyboard. The functions are basically the same as the Komplete Kontrol A25 A49 A61.
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Thank you while most people reviewed the Komplete Kontrol M32. You proved why I should get it past a reasonable doubt.
Yeah, I figured there were enough reviews, so I wanted to do something a bit different. Thanks for watching!
i realize Im kinda randomly asking but does anybody know a good website to watch newly released series online ?
@Wells Hayden i dunno I use flixportal. You can find it if you google:P -kaison
@Kaison Brett Thank you, signed up and it seems like a nice service :) I really appreciate it!
@Wells Hayden Glad I could help xD
Thanks for the tutorial..
You are explaining everything your doing throughout the video. This very important for people who trying to learn. Again thank you
You’re welcome man, I’m happy to help 👊
Do you know if the left / right arrows are also arming the tracks, in Ableton, now?
(After firmware updates etc.)
You're the best video for the workflow of the M32 and Ableton live in UA-cam. thanks bro.
Nice one man, I appreciate the positive feedback 🙏
You don’t have to hit record with Ableton 10. Just play, when you play something you like Ableton remembers what you just played. It’s an awesome new feature in 10
That’s true, however the Capture feature only remembers the last 16 bars you played, and it only works for midi and not for audio recording. So hitting record is still not obsolete.
Do you know if the left / right arrows are also arming the tracks, in Ableton, now?
(After firmware updates etc.)
Loved the tutorial and you know how to jam man! Sounded sick, you got an ear for this stuff!
Much appreciated man!
You got the stuff, man. That was hot.
Thanks Matthew!
Thank you. Great tutorial bro.. The sound is hot...
Glad you enojyed it!
really got some badbadnotgood vibes from the chords at 2:01
Nice one, I didn’t realise that! BBNG are dope
Excellent demonstration! good job man
Salute!
Amazing stuff. That lead was crazy!!
Thank you for watching/listening 👊
@@LowHeatBeats I wanted to know your opinion on 49 key midi, which one you think is Ableton friendly while offering a great play feel and workflow. Would be great if I could know you thoughts on that :)
@@prodbyamrit Komplete Kontrol A49 would be my choice for sure.
Just got one. Thank you for this tutorial awesome.
Nice, thanks for watching and commenting man!
thanks for the video!
My pleasure!
thanks bro..might add this joint to my studio..
Yeah, it feels really well made and doesn't take up much space. Thanks for watching bro!
Thanks for the tutorial! I am very new to everything in this video (M32, Komplete Kontrol, All instrument plug ins and Ableton Live) but found this tutorial really easy to follow :) Few basic questions if you see this -- 1. which synth did you end up using for the recording starting from 4:58 ish? (the one you tried finding using preset buttons) 2. also I found any tracks that I record get overwritten by new instruments i choose as I don't know how to save the recorded track and create new one to overlay on top of it. Should be able to control on M32 as you don't use mouse at all - how do you do this? Sorry for the super rookie questions but thank again for your awesome lesson!
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial! The synth was Reaktor Prism. As for the second question, not sure what you mean man, sounds like you need to learn the basics of Ableton. Even if I could answer the question you’ll surely encounter another roadblock, so let me know if I can help with a video or even a one to one lesson.
Thanks a lot for your video dude
Thank you for watching it
Nice beat! Awesome video!
Much appreciated man!
Yes Bro. This is very high Heat :) fire!
Much appreciated!
awesome overview, thanks!
Thanks a lot!
Nice jam man
Appreciate it man 🙏
Great tutorial!
Thanks for watching!
Happy New Year!!!
HNY to you too!
How has your controller held up since the review?.. I am looking for a keyboard but I'm torn between this controller and the novation launchkey mini mk3..
I no longer have it, but I wouldn't worry about it. It's very well built (better build quality and keys than the Launchkey Mini) and all my NI gear has worked for many years without a problem.
Thanks for this. Really clear. Do you have a different instance of komplete kontrol loaded up on each channel? Or is this configured some other way?
Yup, Komplete Kontrol is loaded on every channel.
Thank you for watching!
@@LowHeatBeats do you find that having multiple instances of KK eats up your CPU and ram ? I find that happening with me. I don’t know a way around it and I use the M 32 as well which I love.
@@angelolovato6739 It probably depends on your computer. On my M1 Mac Mini it doesn't make any noticeable difference and I run my projects at 64 buffer size.
@@LowHeatBeats OK thank you. Do you have the buffer size at 64 in your DAW or on Komplete software ? How many projects do you have at once sometimes?
@@angelolovato6739 You can't set buffer size for a plugin, just the buffer size of the DAW. I use Ableton Live and you can have only one project open at a time. Btw 64 buffer is very low and prone to cpu issues, so you may try higher values. I think it mostly depends on which plugins you're using in KK and how powerful your CPU is. RAM is only a problem with huge sample libraries.
Also, can I use vst's that are not from NI, and still play them in a midi channel without problems, and control ableton normally ?
Yup, you can play any VST's and control Ableton. Only NKS compatible plugins have the extensive parameter control from the keyboard though.
Did you have to copy files to get Komplete Kontrol to show up as a plug-in in Ableton Live 10? Setting the custom plug-in folder to Komplete Kontrol VST64 folder doesn't show any plugins in Ableton.
Haven't copied anything, worked perfectly right out of the box.
I didn't get Drumlab with my kk m32 controller. It's offer me in Komplete 12 if i want to buy it.
Yup, I mentioned this in the beginning of the video, It’s not included.
thanks man great infos!
You’re welcome man, thanks for watching!
Great video! But still, no explanation for how to make it run in Ableton as if you follow instructions and install Asio4all driver(Windows). And configure the Midi options in preferences and the thing still doesn't play in Ableton but works fine with NI Kontrol software. Might be the issue is that I am using Ableton Lite ?
Thank you! Using Live Lite isn't a problem. For me it worked straight out of the box without any setup. Make sure you have it selected as a control surface in MIDI preferences.
@@LowHeatBeats thanks !
nice jam =)
Thank you!
I really appreciate your videos Low Heat Beats :)
I can't decide if I buy this or the minilab or the launchkey mini.
With the big main encoder can I change tracks and they auto arm automatically?
I just want to be able to record loops in session view and to change tracks basically :D
Yup, that's how it works, they arm automatically. I'd definitely get this if it offers the features you need.
@@LowHeatBeats thank you for helping me man :) !!!! I have a mikro mk3 and I am in doubt which mini midi keyboard I will buy to use with Ableton that allows me to live loop easily.....the minilab and the launchkey don't have undo and redo and the M32 has it. Do you think I will have problems using Ableton with the mikro and the m32 and maybe I should buy the launchkey mini instead?
NOIS!
Thanks! 🙏
Great video got mine a few days ago I’m new to this I’m wondering how I have ableton or maschine software working with the kontrol software I can’t seem to have the komplete kontrol playing through these thanks
Thanks man! That’s a very broad question, you actually need to learn how these applications work on a most basic level. A simple answer to your question won’t help you much 🙂
That beat was dope I LIKE...Im having trouble trying to record in ableton live how do you do it i try to watch your hands very closely but im just not catching on....PLZ HELP!!!
Thank you! You can press either the main encoder to record into the selected clip slot in the Session view or the Rec button which can record either in the Session view or in the Arrangement view.
get to the choppa!!!
Nice video!
I want to use praggrammer 24 with ableton in combination with the m32 and novation circuit.
Went from live 11 to 10 for the easier meny and compatibility with circuit and programmer 24.
Any tip on where to start?
Greetings
Appreciate you watching the video! However I’ve no idea what you’re trying to do, so I can’t answer your question.
@@LowHeatBeats peoggramer 24 is a pack based on a synth from the 80s, I would like to connect it to m32.
Hey, I always try to help people for free, even answering questions in the comments, but here I still have no idea what you mean. I have no idea what platform this pack is for and what you mean by “connect to M32”.
If it’s a more involved question I usually kindly ask people to email me and arrange a paid consultation over Zoom since I think you may be missing some basic knowledge of how it all works and this is something that’s not practical to explain in a comment.
great thank you
but i didn't shift track between another tracks.. how can i shift tracks?
You have to be in track mode and the main encoder will scroll between tracks in your session.
Do you have to put a seperate instance of Komplete Kontrol on each new track ?
Yup
Hello my friend :D
Unfortunately my M32 transport controls work but not like yours and I would like to have them like yours. I would like the big button to change tracks and I cant do it. I have donr everything in Sanjays video even... could you please help me??
Not sure how I can help Philip. You just need to enable the M32 as a control surface in Ableton and it should all work as shown in the video.
@@LowHeatBeats Everything works except changing track unfortunately :(
@@FilippoBuscemi93 Are you in Track mode though? You may be in another mode, so press the Track button and you should be able to scroll between tracks.
@@LowHeatBeats I am :/ but thank you for your help
how does this work in arrangement mode?
Pretty much the same way, except (if I remember correctly, I'm not 100% sure) you press shift + record to activate arrangement recording.
Hey, I have a few questions. Does the arp works from the hardware? I'm wondering if i can use it on my android phone. Also, can you control ableton parameters using the encoders without mapping?
1. No. 2. Not sure about Android. 3. No.
@@LowHeatBeats Alright, much thanks
Btw with Ableton you can actually control the volumes of the tracks but not the device paramaters without mapping.
@@LowHeatBeats that's neat, i'll look forward to it once my unit arrives
Nice video. Could you share your thoughts about differences between M32 and Maschine mikro mk3 workflow. What are the benefits of pads? I'm new to this stuff and trying to figure out what I actually need. Thanks
Hard to explain over a UA-cam comment. But if you’re a beginner and don’t have a MIDI keyboard you’d better get the M32, especially if you’re gonna be working with Ableton and not the Maschine software.
@@LowHeatBeats I have keyboards. Pads are something I'm unfamiliar with (and maschine soft). I'm using Reaper. I'm mostly doing this to get Komplete 12. With M32 it's actually cheaper than buying directly. M32 NKS knobs made me interested in it. Seems handy as I do own a lot of Waves plugins. But is there something truly unique and great about mikro mk3 workflow that could benefit me? Especially if I would like to practice making beats?
@@calcal7845 Not sure what could benefit you, as I've no idea how you like to work, what your style and experience is, etc. I've never used the Mikro, I don't see the point if I'm going to be using the mouse and the computer display anyway. Now the proper Maschine MK3 is another story, as you can work without the mouse. I've got plenty of videos showing and explaining the Maschine workflow, so you may wanna watch them. So I can't give you a straight answer, but I hope this helps a little :)
@@LowHeatBeats Could you direct me to a total basics video which explains the essence of using pads. :) Maybe it makes no sense but I would like to understand when and why to choose keys or pads for a specific task. Thanks for your time. It's appreciated.
There’s no specific video about pads but I use them in all my videos. They are generally better for playing drums, but you can play drums with keys too. In Maschine a pad also represents a Sound and the lights can provide useful visual feedback. Just have a look at my Maschine Tutorials playlist on the channel and you’ll understand what they are all about.
Native M32 works perfectly on Logic Pro X? Works well too with kontakt, Arturia's and others vsts apps? Sorry my english!
It's supposed to work but I don't use Logic so I haven't tried it. You can control all NI and Arturia VST's through the Komplete Kontrol plugin.
Low Heat Beats I have all Arturia and Native Instruments Bundles installed on my MacBook Pro (but all apps are pirates)... I think to buy this M32, but I have doubts, even fear. If I have to register my Keyboard, there’ll be problems related to my pirate apps and it? Is it possible to play my M32 normally, using all the vst instruments? All vsts (Solina, Massive, Guitar Rig, Battery, Reaktor, CMI and etc) will still work, despite register of the Midi Controller? Thank you.
I wouldn't know bro, I've paid for all my plugins.
Dope! I din't see you move your mouse.
Thanks! Yeah, the workflow with the M32 isn’t completely mouseless but you can do a lot without the mouse.
@@LowHeatBeats My MK 32 arrives Wednesday, May 29, 2019
hey there , i am completely new to this but how do i open the komplete kontrol settings again for recorded loops in ableton? It seems their komplete kontrol settings just di sappear, as if i had one opportunity to play it until i switch to another audio track...?
Hey, I would try to help, however I don’t understand what you mean by “ komplete kontrol settings for recorded loops”. Can you explain a bit more?
@@LowHeatBeats thanks for the quick reply! Lets say in 1:50 you open the settings for Scarbee Mark 1, you add the things you play in ableton, you open a new scene in ableton, you play another instrument with komplete kontrol, however then want to open the komplete kontrol settings for the scene with Mark 1 again to change the sound of the base - in my case it does not appear anymore! :(
bass*
i am so sorry for not describing it appropriately - i just want to see the setting of komplete kontrol again when clicking on a recorded scene to change setting if necessary haha
@@davidb2603 Yeah man, not sure what you're doing but Komplete Kontrol settings are per track, doesn't matter which scene you record the MIDI on. You load a different instance of KK on every track with different instruments and record on whatever scene you want. Do you know the basics of working with Ableton's Session View?
Very nice...i like can i get a copy of that?
Thank you! Copy of what? 😀
Of the beat you made...
@@HUMZMIC1 Oh, cool glad you like it! I haven't finished it though...
Ok cool...but if you ever finish it pass me off a copy of it!!!
where you from, you have somewhat of a bulgarian accent
Spot on, I'm Bulgarian, living in Sofia. TBH it's an older video, I've improved my pronunciation in the newer ones. ✌️
@@LowHeatBeats Really helpful video thank u 👌
KOMPLETE KONTROL software is absolute garbage !
I am stuck for about a week not able to use the software at all (as I have endless problems either with plugins or content libraries).
Every time I open Native Access it goes out of the screen. Many interfaces opened in Kontakt on my 4K screen are completely unreadable (to small to blurry). Support ticket wizard is the worst thing I have seen in my entire life. No way to track tickets directly through the site. Now way to register/unregister single products from KOMPLETE and Native Access interface (which BTW endlessly keeps asking for an update). Major features which users ask for years are not added. Upgrade policy sucks - meaning - if you purchased a single product from NI and not it is part of the KOMPLETE suite they want you to pay for it twice and you end up with 2 licenses and SN). You will not get a refund or discount.
NI support replies about every 3rd day so after a week they asked few dozens of questions and no help, no resolution, no nothing. I paid in last 5 years $5k+ for their hardware and software and it was the worst musical decision of my life. While the 3rd party libraries and sounds are mostly OK or even excellent, everything else about this company simply sucks. I would never buy any NI products again nor recommend it to a friend. I really wish that one day Kontakt is replaced with some "real software" by some other competitive company. Perhaps the reason that this company is so bad is that they have grown so big and they believe there is no competition for NKS and alike.
The bottom line is: when it works it is OK (jut ok but not god) but when even small problems arise you are on your own and you waste tons of time and energy. Not worth the price.
Hey, thanks a lot for the video! Really helpful. Beginner question: Do the M32's knobs correspond to the Monark VST's knobs because it's both Native Instruments? Or does for example the Launchpad Mini MK3's knobs do the same thing?
Yeah, you can control any NKS enabled VST with the knobs, not just the Native ones