Top Controllers for Ableton under $150 - Launchpad X, Launchkey, Akai APC and Presonus Atom!

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  • @vlusky_husky
    @vlusky_husky 4 роки тому +73

    I think ive said it before but I love how despite the fame, you still take time to read the comments and respond to them. Much love! Good vid as always.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +14

      Thank you for noticing that, my friend!

    • @afridifacebook
      @afridifacebook 4 роки тому +1

      That's very nice indeed.

    • @DopamineOverload
      @DopamineOverload 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC I totally appreciate that as well, Sanjay.

    • @arnav4253
      @arnav4253 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC i am addicted to your channel any solutions ? 🤣🤣

  • @ganzo86
    @ganzo86 4 роки тому +13

    I cannot Express enough how happy I am that I stumbled upon your channel. Life changing.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Wow, thank you! So happy you found me

  • @TheJsjr
    @TheJsjr 3 роки тому +15

    “If you play something awesome but forget to hit record “ ... I felt that

    • @darrengordon-hill
      @darrengordon-hill 3 роки тому

      *DEEP IN MY SOUL*
      Now... is there a button to get that from actual guitarists??

  • @FrancescoRoccoMusic
    @FrancescoRoccoMusic 4 роки тому +15

    After spending my last two days researching keyboards I found your channel and it's legendary! Clear and useful contents, thanks so much and keep it up!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Awesome, thank you!

    • @FrancescoRoccoMusic
      @FrancescoRoccoMusic 4 роки тому

      ​@@SanjayC Actually, after checking pretty much all your related videos overnight, I'm back with a question! I came here looking for a APC 25 keys review but thanks to you I discovered Arturia minilab mk2, and it really triggered me! In the past I used APC mini on Ableton and loved the workflow. Now I'm looking for a small keyboard, planning to use Ableton and Reaper too. Do you reckon it would make sense to pair the two (minilab and APC mini) to have full control of Ableton scenes and have that amazing 'stop all tracks' 'solo' buttons and faders, or I could achieve pretty much the same results with Minilab only?
      Thank you in advance if you'll have time to answer to this :)

  • @Donutz72
    @Donutz72 3 роки тому

    This guy is the best you tube teacher I've ever seen. Tech , and gear reviews are spot on and I learn more about making music from sanjayc than anyone . Truth

  • @BlankPosterMusic
    @BlankPosterMusic 8 місяців тому +2

    Hi sanjay, In 2024 which one do you recommend ?

  • @miguelsandremusic
    @miguelsandremusic 4 роки тому +4

    I currently have the launchkey mini mk3 and I absolutely love it. Traveling is simply easy and I can create wherever I want with easy. Plus i can connect it to my iPad as well if I want to be let’s day “extra mobile” 😁

  • @premixmpk7070
    @premixmpk7070 4 роки тому +4

    The Beat in the background is soo cool 🔥🔥🔥

  • @somebody-821
    @somebody-821 5 місяців тому +1

    can I use the launchkey pads as a launchpad? like for the APC key it has 40 pads

  • @premixmpk7070
    @premixmpk7070 4 роки тому +76

    I'm not a ABLETON guy but I watch whole video 💓, who else

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +11

      Thank you Being Tamilan Music! True supporter!!

    • @angiesuricata
      @angiesuricata 4 роки тому +4

      I don't like ableton either, but it is a good video of pad controllers

    • @BretonWiessner
      @BretonWiessner 4 роки тому +1

      Same

    • @herpsmaltwatta
      @herpsmaltwatta 3 роки тому

      You guys should all get together for a chat sometime, it would be a blast.

    • @thisisTRNG
      @thisisTRNG 3 роки тому

      i don't like ableton either, but i like this guy!

  • @JEtienneMusic
    @JEtienneMusic 4 роки тому +6

    Sanjay, your reviews and comparison are always so insightful and comprehensive without being long winded. I'm not even in the market for anything but I always appreciate your breakdowns on all the gear out there. The beat you made for this session also is super nice! 🔥🔥🔥 Good day and better week to you sir!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much Joseph! I really appreciate that.

  • @javaniwheelidonparker
    @javaniwheelidonparker Рік тому

    Can u do a video on drum controllers and the best for starting out with any daw please

  • @yaqoubalessa8780
    @yaqoubalessa8780 3 роки тому +1

    Is the lonchpad is easy for beginners

  • @diarmidbaillie
    @diarmidbaillie 4 роки тому +1

    Where would the Korg controllers sit in this spectrum? Have you given them a spin?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      I've tried the Korg NanoKontrol 2. Its not really made specifically for Ableton like the ones in this video. But its decent for most DAWs

    • @diarmidbaillie
      @diarmidbaillie 4 роки тому +1

      @@SanjayC Thanks 👌👍

  • @anthonybradshaw
    @anthonybradshaw 4 роки тому +4

    Always love seeing gear comparisons! I think my favorite is still the apk mini because of the pads! I think my favorite controller with keys is my Yamaha electric keyboard. I can plug it in and have my normal piano to play on so it's super comfortable feeling!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Akai makes great pads...some of the best out there!

  • @GregSB1
    @GregSB1 4 роки тому +3

    I don’t use Abelton, but I get asked about it a lot. Now I have some recommendations. Thanks!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Which one will you recommend?

    • @EverhaldHymePurdy
      @EverhaldHymePurdy 4 роки тому

      I’ve got a Seaboard I also got a Yamaha Sy85 & an M1 I’ve got Braille labels on it mainly on the pitch & mod wheel .
      It’s a great shame how our we to find the pitch & mod wheel .
      We our the forgotten few

    • @GregSB1
      @GregSB1 4 роки тому

      Sanjay C the Launchkey Mini for sure, especially for my students who use Abelton. It’s got everything they need and can still fit in a backpack!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      @@EverhaldHymePurdy They really should make midi controllers for the visually impaired

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      @@GregSB1 Nice!

  • @ravindra7944
    @ravindra7944 4 роки тому +1

    I have a doubt.. can the MacBook air handle logic pro or should I go for the pro. I know going pro's makes much more sense, but I want to test out airs music production performance. There are hardly any videos about that. I know you'll suggest me. Much Thanks brother...

    • @aldomendez2211
      @aldomendez2211 4 роки тому

      If you can afford it go for the MacBook Pro but sure the Air can handle logic and other daws very well

    • @ravindra7944
      @ravindra7944 4 роки тому

      floralgreenn yeah! Thanks...

  • @markgregory8389
    @markgregory8389 Рік тому

    Do you know any portable controllers with a foot switch to play kick with your foot?

  • @felixgl2629
    @felixgl2629 3 роки тому

    Thank you. is it possible to combine a Keyboard like the apc with the launchpad mini to get the colour for the clips?

  • @gfunk1874
    @gfunk1874 2 роки тому

    Whilst not solely for Albeton what about the Mikro MK3?

  • @drelephanttube
    @drelephanttube 2 роки тому

    Can you control ableton device macro knobs using the Launchpad X?

  • @luisgonzales7730
    @luisgonzales7730 2 роки тому

    If I am by myself recording vocals and I want to remote control abelton live 11.
    I am in a vocalbooth, no window, I want to be able to control recording stop rewind forward pause start from beginning.
    What would you subjects?

  • @bobaattila6832
    @bobaattila6832 4 роки тому +2

    I love that beats you created Sanjay C for this video.
    Would like to see a break down of it. :)

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Boba. Yeah, I really want to do a video on this beat. Will definitely do it sometime soon.

  • @LightShadow
    @LightShadow 3 роки тому

    What is the model of the LG monitor ?

  • @TomPeracchio
    @TomPeracchio 3 роки тому

    Shopping for a controller. Loving your videos. Very nice thorough review! Thanks!

  • @DRAMER
    @DRAMER 4 роки тому

    Buenisimo el video! Estaba decidido a comprar el Akai APC, pero me voy decidido por el Novation Launchpad X! 🔥🙌

  • @backwardog1
    @backwardog1 Рік тому

    Thanks, new to all of this. Great presentation.

  • @Addy323
    @Addy323 4 роки тому +10

    Well this video was very helpful🔥🙌❤
    Could you please make a video "Best controllers for mixing" or something like "controllers with best motorized faders"
    Thanks
    -regards a loyal Subscriber and a fan🙌👨‍🎤👨‍🎤

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +2

      Oh man...motorized faders...I wish there were more nice ones! What mixer controller do you use now?

    • @OneStepToday
      @OneStepToday 4 роки тому +1

      See the videos on Komplete Kontrol models

    • @gamer-wl5sv
      @gamer-wl5sv 4 роки тому

      some electronic shemas with arduino to construc our own controllers ? 24 track

  • @charlesmccormick2625
    @charlesmccormick2625 4 роки тому +1

    Nice analysis in a dense market segment. Keep on keepin' on-

  • @dsh0066
    @dsh0066 4 роки тому

    I'm curious which of these you'd use to fire off 16 or more scenes... OR, to accomplish the same thing in Arrangement view "select locator" + Play for 16 -20 songs on a 90min-2hr headlining set.

  • @gixerags750
    @gixerags750 3 роки тому

    Can any of these step sequence an Ableton plug in Latin Percussion (ADSR) in real time?..
    ps.. i am new to Ableton
    Cheers

  • @spiritrider963
    @spiritrider963 2 роки тому +1

    That was very useful. Straight to the point. Thanks.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  2 роки тому

      Glad you think so! 👍🏼

  • @NiklasLindholm
    @NiklasLindholm 4 роки тому +1

    In the "if you have more money" section you should probably mention the Akai APC40 MkII as well. It doesn't have some of the shortcomings of the cheaper Akai devices. But obviously cost a bit more.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Thanks for the suggestion, Niklas!

  • @godzilla8984
    @godzilla8984 4 роки тому +3

    I really liked your aurora sample pack it helped me a lot in creating music, I just wanted to ask what is your next subscriber goal?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      I don't really have a subscriber goal - maybe just reaching more people who find my videos helpful!

  • @josetorres213
    @josetorres213 4 роки тому +3

    Love the video. And I agree very much about the LPX. I wish it had knobs but I have the LK MK3 and use the knobs to get the workflow. All around a great video

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      How do you like the LPX + the LK together? Does it make sense to have both or is it overkill?

    • @josetorres213
      @josetorres213 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC WOW! I had a conversation with a buddy of mine about this lol. My honest response is this...I don't think it's much of an overkill. MAAAAAAYBE the pads when both are connected but even then. When I drive back home to Miami I can easily take both with me and they're not that heavy. They both work great. It even helps the workflow; I use the knobs that I can't use on my LPX.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Nice...I think two controllers is the way to go. You kinda get everything.

    • @josetorres213
      @josetorres213 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC lol you REALLY do! And when I travel home I can just take my LK and I'm good. I have everything there. Pads...check! Knobs...check! Keys...check! I have the essentials for music making.

  • @wireguy123
    @wireguy123 4 роки тому

    Can these controllers be used to trigger Reaper actions?

  • @aniruddh_d16
    @aniruddh_d16 4 роки тому +2

    Can you do a video on Best keyboards for scoring?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Scoring keyboard...hmm...I think something with great keys and mod wheel to control strings. I use the S88 and I see a lot of composers do too ua-cam.com/video/PHeR6zkbh6o/v-deo.html

  • @ArturoMCruz-yz5ue
    @ArturoMCruz-yz5ue 4 роки тому

    Does the launchpad x come with the cord to connect or no pls see this I'm getting in to them and I'm not sure if I comes with it

  • @tomc3373
    @tomc3373 4 роки тому

    Always bringing good energy Sanjay! Much appreciated!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you Tom! Gotta spread some positivity

  • @siddharthst2712
    @siddharthst2712 4 роки тому +1

    Hey Sanjay C , My Studio Monitors are working . Turns out the problem was with my Scarlett 4i4 interface where Outputs 1-2 do not provide any response but 3-4 works perfectly fine . Its weird that its only been a month since I bought the interface

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      I'm glad you got it working, Siddharth!

    • @siddharthst2712
      @siddharthst2712 4 роки тому +1

      Sanjay C Thank you , also I learnt how to use Focusrite Loopback Feature , now recording computer audio for Music Production shouldn’t be a problem at all

  • @notstask
    @notstask 4 роки тому

    Hi! I have been watching youtube for a while and been trying to find a good video about the launchkey mini mk3 because I might get one on my birthday! Thank you for making amazing content and convincing me to get this one and not a different controller... Thanks and I hope you have a wonderful day.

  • @barjeshkumar5276
    @barjeshkumar5276 4 роки тому

    🙏Namaste ! For a singer which audio interface is better , audient ID14 or scarllete 2i2 3rd gen? is it priceworthy spending more on id14 ? Pls suggest me.

  • @cthulhugravios499
    @cthulhugravios499 2 роки тому

    I bought Ableton live 11 Suite on my main pc but I’m wondering if I can put it on my laptop so I can make music on the go or do I have to buy the software again?
    Thanks keep up the great content

  • @vatsalismusic
    @vatsalismusic 4 роки тому +1

    i will go for the mixer because i like the seprate controls!

  • @WycliffStudios
    @WycliffStudios 3 роки тому

    The beat is sick @Sanjay C! Now Logic has Sessions view for loops. Can you please make a video about controllers for that please?

  • @gamerg9420
    @gamerg9420 4 роки тому +3

    Wow, Thanks for the informative video. Which daw do you use *secondarily* ? Well I don't have a secondary so I just wanted to know😅

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +2

      I try different DAWs all the time. I think I'd choose Logic as my #2

  • @gkjpwrev2000
    @gkjpwrev2000 2 роки тому

    BACKGROUND MUSIC IS SUPPPEERRRRRRR!!!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
    I need that soundtrack!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  2 роки тому

      Haha thank you

  • @Zedriv93Swe
    @Zedriv93Swe 3 роки тому

    I recently bought the Novation Impulse 49. How is it compared to the launchkey and SLMK3?

  • @kingabdolbig4306
    @kingabdolbig4306 2 роки тому

    Does it controller working great without ableton? i dont like use computer.

  • @bestrain4483
    @bestrain4483 4 роки тому +1

    Right on time, that's what I was shopping this week. it will surely help me a lot to make a wise choice. Thanks bro.

  • @arnoldhilberink
    @arnoldhilberink 4 роки тому

    Got an offtopic question, You have bin using the NI s88 For a while now, do you still think it's well worth getting? Thinking of purchasing one.

  • @misterrandom3544
    @misterrandom3544 4 роки тому

    may you please review the ableton push? i seen it in the back of your previous studio setup but no videos on it. can you make it possible? thanks in advance

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Yeah, I haven't done too much on the Push. There are just so many videos already - good info out there.

  • @therealrussellsmyth
    @therealrussellsmyth 3 роки тому

    Fantastic review kudos !
    I have a q. Given that the ‘Launchpad Pro’ does not have knobs, how would one go about (for example) assigning control to a cutoff on a filter on say a drum track. ?

  • @boyyleskere9559
    @boyyleskere9559 2 роки тому

    can I ask you if this pad works in other daw besides ableton?

  • @indigos290
    @indigos290 3 роки тому

    Can the APC mini work with FL studio?

  • @janbonifacio2024
    @janbonifacio2024 4 роки тому +1

    Hi! Please please. I need your reply on this 😣
    I bought the 3rd gen bundle but I was not satisfied with the headphones, that's why I bought a DT770 pro headphones 80ohm just 3days ago. But I'm having a problem, though. My dt770 pro 80ohm has a great sound balance but it has lower sound volume comparing to the focusrite 3rd gen. Focusrite is way more louder maybe by 40%. Does that mean, the focusrite 3rd gen interface might not have have enough juice to power the dt770 pro? Meaning I have to buy an amp? Or do you have a solution to this?
    If I need to buy amp, do you have any reco?
    Thank you so much!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +2

      Yes, you may need more power - it depends on each person. Its loud enough for me, but if you want a headphone amp, I recommend this one geni.us/QzCH

  • @VibeSounds
    @VibeSounds 4 роки тому

    For the MIDI controllers with pads, is it easy to trigger them twice?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      None of these have that problem. These are top notch.

  • @saigiridhar2147
    @saigiridhar2147 4 роки тому +1

    Does any controller work seamlessly with fl studio?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Check out the Nektar keyboards...they do a really good job for FL

    • @saigiridhar2147
      @saigiridhar2147 4 роки тому

      Sanjay C Thank you

  • @mek4nic
    @mek4nic 3 роки тому +1

    Only for Ableton? Or can i use them on another DAW?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  3 роки тому

      You can use them in other DAWs. The lauchpads work with Logic as well.

  • @supadjmq
    @supadjmq 2 роки тому

    What about the akai apc 40 mk 2

  • @nachiketajeyaraman5674
    @nachiketajeyaraman5674 4 роки тому +4

    Notification squad love ur vids

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Hey Nachiketa! How are you?

  • @wiktoria_dyszy
    @wiktoria_dyszy 4 роки тому

    yeees, thank you Sanjay for this vid :D as always good job

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      You're very welcome!

  • @Jpaul038
    @Jpaul038 4 роки тому +1

    Love the beats SanjayC! Yet another great review. Thank you!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Glad you like them!

  • @struspedziwiatr
    @struspedziwiatr 3 роки тому

    does anyone know what kind of midi value does the akai apc mini send when you press a button? is it a note like c3 or something else?

  • @ethanwiebe6662
    @ethanwiebe6662 3 роки тому

    These wok for FL studio a right??

  • @mine_stone2495
    @mine_stone2495 4 роки тому

    Have you tried the Launchpad Pro MK3? With all of its exclusive features it feels like a Push 2 without the knobs and the display but and is much cheaper

  • @sanosounds305
    @sanosounds305 4 роки тому

    Do you know if this pannels works in LOGIC 10.5???? I think is a great option to use with the new live loops.... just thinking

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Yes the Launchpads work well with Logic for live loop triggering

    • @sanosounds305
      @sanosounds305 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC GREAT! Tks and congrats every day you do a great job here!!!

  • @scottyb3b7
    @scottyb3b7 4 роки тому

    Which Logitech keyboard is that? I have a similar one that is aging and cannot find it anywhere.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Yeah, they discontinued it. Its the K810

  • @naiptol
    @naiptol 3 роки тому

    I am happy Launchpad X user since yesterday. Thank you! What is music in background? Is it possible to her it full?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  3 роки тому

      Its just a beat I made for my videos. I haven't finished it

  • @solkels_z4794
    @solkels_z4794 3 роки тому

    hey man how about the cheap Akai MPC mini?

  • @bharath6457
    @bharath6457 4 роки тому

    Sir I have a doubt is Maudio key station 49 an ableton controller?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      You may be able to use it decently, but I prefer these for Ableton control

  • @afridifacebook
    @afridifacebook 4 роки тому +6

    0:18 Ayo sick beat! :D Make more beats like that :D

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Afridi! :-)

  • @ethansun535
    @ethansun535 4 роки тому

    Hello I am building my home studio do you have any suggestions for a mic and pop filter

  • @gkradiolight
    @gkradiolight 4 роки тому

    I've got APC key and Launchpad mini Mk3. Very happy with them!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      How do you like having them as a combo?

    • @gkradiolight
      @gkradiolight 4 роки тому

      It's great, because of the compact size. Plus the useful features of each one. The knobs, keys and stop button of the APC and the RGB pads of the Launchpad. They're not velocity sensitive but I have a synth too!

  • @MyLanista
    @MyLanista 2 роки тому

    I am looking for a simple drumpad for finger drumming that has MIDI capabilities for a dawless setup. It seems really hard to find or very outdated. Anybody suggestions?

  • @rafikmedhat6767
    @rafikmedhat6767 4 роки тому +1

    Notification squad
    Little bit late tho
    Love your videos man keep it up

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      Thanks, Rafik! I really appreciate that.

  • @han605
    @han605 4 роки тому

    Hi, a quick question about the akai apc mini, does it work in Mac OS Catalina?

  • @AllyGoldBeats
    @AllyGoldBeats 3 роки тому +1

    Ableton should pay you after this review! Thank you, you help me a lot to make a right choice 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @strangerwaton
    @strangerwaton 4 роки тому

    Sanjay, hi. First of all i want to thank you for advices and reviews you do because helped me to understand the world of production. said that, i want to ask you about which keyboard its better, easyer to use and goes well with Ableton betwen the Lanunchkey Mini MK3 and the Arturia Minilab MK2, if you use one of those (wich one?) and wich one you recomend to be the first Keyboard for a starter producer?. Again, thank you a lot and if you ask yourself, im not asking for a video answer, i would be happy with a wrote one.
    all the succese to you.

  • @LyroLife
    @LyroLife 3 роки тому

    I have been searching for an ableton midi step sequencer, but i cant find one. I know the push has one but i dont want to buy it, only for its step sequecer. Can anyone recommend me one?
    But not the akai 25 or 40 with the mods. Because you can not get these mods anymore.

  • @iamshiv21
    @iamshiv21 4 роки тому +5

    Great video, I'm looking forward to buy Launchkey 37 MKIII.

  • @Novacashh
    @Novacashh 4 роки тому

    Which would be best for a 9y/o who wants to start making beats?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      The Sakai MPK Mini is great for beat makers.

    • @Novacashh
      @Novacashh 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC Do you recommend a place where I can get it from? I do not know anything about these types of equipment lol. Thanks!!

  • @BarceMessi
    @BarceMessi 11 місяців тому

    i love u bro fr. needed ths vid

  • @glennyoder9679
    @glennyoder9679 4 роки тому

    Thanks you brother enjoyed your video and for taking the time to go through all of those! Really really great!

  • @AlteredCarbons
    @AlteredCarbons Рік тому

    ok, i know this is a 3 year old video, but i have a question. I am 100% beginner when it comes to music creation. a while ago i bought " Level Up! Music Creators Power Pack " from humble bundle, it came with MixCraft 9 software. i like, now here comes the noob question. if i bought a "midi drum pad" can i program any plug in to it, like if its a guitar rift for example. could i set that up into one of these controllers? or is there a different piece of equipment i am looking for to do this. im basically looking to do the "drums" then "guitar" then "bass" then the lyrics over all that. its been really annoying trying to just do it all via keyboard and mouse and figured this would be a faster process if i had a controller. thanks man. love the videos i've watched so far

  • @jdssurf
    @jdssurf 2 роки тому

    SORRY BRO SO MANY QUESTIONS LATELY, THIS MIGHT EXPLAIN MY DELIMA BEST
    I will likely be getting a Push
    I do have some hard synths.
    Using PC
    Have a small keystep.
    So I've looked into an Oxygen, Launchkey, and some Arturia stuff, but don't know if I will need all those options if I have a Push.
    I like the keystep pro for controlling hard synths and it's got 4 tracks, however maybe that just needs to be a separate setup.
    Should I just get a nicer 49 or so midi keyboard without all the pads and such? Considering I will have a Push?
    Is it redundant to have a full featured midi keyboard along side the Push
    Should I get a fully featured midi keyboard and hold off on the Push?
    Certainly want something that works good in Ableton because I'm still learning it.
    I'm worried about these keyboards, some say pitch wheels not accurate, some say faders are horrible and so on....
    Some have endless knobs, some don't, is that a major flaw?
    With a regular midi keyboard and a Push, what do you do about faders?
    So yeah I gotta upgrade from lite to suite, but need to know where to put my money
    Suite first, or Suite with Push package, or wait for possible Push 3, or fully functional keyboard now and Suite?
    Maybe a cool hard synth keyboard that also has midi, or with that take me away from nice integration with Ableton?
    If i do get full function midi keyboard i can pry go up to 500 bucks, but if the ones like oxygen are good, then fine, I just don't want crummy stuff, but I'm also not a baller.
    Any help thanks....

  • @ivanvelez7668
    @ivanvelez7668 3 роки тому

    Hello Sanjay, great video. I do have a question about Ableton Push 2, does it come with any stock sounds on board?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  3 роки тому

      Push doesn't come with sounds, but Ableton Live (the software) does.

    • @ivanvelez7668
      @ivanvelez7668 3 роки тому

      @@SanjayC ok got it, because push2 is a controller.

  • @bendickinson9173
    @bendickinson9173 3 роки тому

    Great information. Do you if the launchpad or Atom will work with Ableton when you use an external library - like abbey road drums from Native Instruments?

  • @diarmidbaillie
    @diarmidbaillie 4 роки тому

    I'm looking to get a mini midi controller like Akai MPK or Arturia minilab for when I'm travelling with a laptop and want to make music. I already have a 61 key Novation Impulse for at home use so I'd like something that is a bit different from that, rather than duplicating all the functions, so that it could add something unique to the at home set up. Any suggestions or thoughts?

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      I think Novation really covers a lot of bases. I don't think the MPK or Minilab will give you much more, unless you want better keys (Minilab). I think a Novation launchpad may compliment the MPK if you use Ableton

    • @diarmidbaillie
      @diarmidbaillie 4 роки тому

      @@SanjayC thanks 👍 I'll prob get a launchkey mini when I get round to it.

  • @kingshiftlesstheiv6227
    @kingshiftlesstheiv6227 4 роки тому

    Do you have to use this on abelton

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      The Presonus will work with the Studio One daw and you may be able to get the others working on other DAWs with midi mapping. Tha Launchpads work with Logic now too

  • @aubreyholman1951
    @aubreyholman1951 4 роки тому +2

    You had me at " I get straight to the point". :)

  • @gerardsmith6662
    @gerardsmith6662 4 роки тому

    Hi Sanjay great channel for reviews one of best anyhow.I’m just starting out with music I have a few apps garage band groove beat thing is I like EDM and want to start learning I have looked at novation launchkey and novation impulse,akai mini thing is which one should I go for as I want it to learn and not need to upgrade for new beats and I like the piano and drum pads,my head is spinning lol

  • @lukaspikjeff
    @lukaspikjeff 4 роки тому

    This will probably be a dumb question but do I really need an audio interface or is my laptop enough I have the Beyerdynamic DT 770 pro 250 ohm thank you.

    • @kevinm2559
      @kevinm2559 4 роки тому

      you need an audio interface. 250 ohms plugged into a laptop will be very low volume.

  • @azziz4biz
    @azziz4biz 4 роки тому +1

    Brother Sanjay, thank you as always for your insight and energy, I appreciate you.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      I appreciate that

  • @jeffagoddard
    @jeffagoddard 3 роки тому

    I don’t really use the midi capture button, so I reassign it to ‘Stop’.

  • @MrVuvu
    @MrVuvu 4 роки тому

    Hey Sanjay. It would be great to hear your opinion on iDevice controllers the likes of Touchable, Imaginando, etc.

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому

      I need to brush up on my iDevices...are you looking for a keyboard? Did you check out IK Multimedia stuff?

  • @yuto2497
    @yuto2497 4 роки тому

    are they fl studio compatible?

  • @midsoulmusic
    @midsoulmusic 4 роки тому +2

    First! And big fan always! ❤️ great vid SC!

    • @SanjayC
      @SanjayC  4 роки тому +1

      Legend! How are you?

    • @midsoulmusic
      @midsoulmusic 4 роки тому

      Sanjay C great man! Getting ready for the big move! Patiently waiting on some things. Hope you and Dharti are doing well! Cheers man!

  • @doublempro583
    @doublempro583 3 роки тому

    @sanjay c is the atom velocity sensitive?

  • @keithconner9036
    @keithconner9036 3 роки тому

    Hi Sanjay (and others,) I bought the app key 25 but I am having trouble getting sound out of Live.Lite with a windows 10 pc. If anyone can help a newbie out, I would greatly appreciate it