How to Make Techno | Ableton Live Tutorial

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  • Опубліковано 27 гру 2019
  • Justin Beck gives an overview of how to create techno in Ableton Live.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 373

  • @TheRealSamPreece
    @TheRealSamPreece 2 роки тому +118

    Fun fact: Techno in its true form has no specific genre. It is a set of principles for unique electronic music creation. Basically, digital Jazz.

    • @TheRealSamPreece
      @TheRealSamPreece 2 роки тому +5

      Amazing tutorial, though!

    • @CarolynDestruction
      @CarolynDestruction Рік тому

      Thank you. It’s art

    • @UserName________
      @UserName________ Рік тому

      That along with Mills’ definition of Techno: The Sound of the Future.

    • @sederquest
      @sederquest Рік тому +5

      Isn’t that what defines genres lol the style of principles used etc

    • @s.o.shumanbeing7909
      @s.o.shumanbeing7909 Рік тому

      ​@@sederquest Dub ,Breaks ,Electro ,Techno, House, Neo Trance, Yes diffenrent Styles

  • @zeSpammmmmer
    @zeSpammmmmer 2 роки тому +5

    11:56 "a big part of tecno is trying to subvert expectations" nothing has ever been more true.

  • @praisethewhiterabbit5112
    @praisethewhiterabbit5112 2 роки тому +16

    I think this video answers the question "what techno is about"
    To me, a fellow classic rock/indie/instrumental music enjoyer, it has opened a whole new genre to explore
    Thank you

  • @roohawkins7412
    @roohawkins7412 3 роки тому +16

    its a vibeee love the human hand elements

  • @erlinghanna2058
    @erlinghanna2058 2 роки тому +17

    Man this was so helpful. Thank you so much! Its funny how when you don't know what you don't know, it makes it so hard to fill in the gaps. This filled in some gaps that have caused me so much discouragement in my learning process. Thank you so much! Liked and subscribed! I hope I can find more help from you!

  • @spooniisyourpal1545
    @spooniisyourpal1545 2 роки тому +13

    This video was great. Made my own little techno song in about half an hour after watching and I’m just having a blast twisting the knobs and screwing around

    • @LV-bf5dx
      @LV-bf5dx 2 роки тому

      That’s what it’s all about honestly

  • @DopaLink
    @DopaLink 2 роки тому +5

    Awesome tutorial, easy to understand even if you're just starting out. Gem

  • @ashpat78
    @ashpat78 7 місяців тому

    Really awesome tutorial! I appreciate you taking the time to show your process :)

  • @nathanflorence5201
    @nathanflorence5201 2 роки тому +93

    Really appreciate this type of tutorial. It’s very thoughtful and in depth and compared to others, actually helps in understanding in what’s going on with foreign software and hardware. I use FL and no hardware but feel like I could use ableton and your gear and start playing straight away. Keep doing this and you might help lots of us.

    • @alessandroramberti3705
      @alessandroramberti3705 2 роки тому +1

      FL is good.

    • @darcsiderOps
      @darcsiderOps Місяць тому

      what i love about ableton as someone that has no musical talent is how straight forward it is. FL felt like everything was hidden in menus and was more about graphics

  • @adrianobittencourt2737
    @adrianobittencourt2737 3 роки тому +24

    I love the way you describe techno

  • @maganaque
    @maganaque 4 роки тому +36

    Nice video. Good rhytm, good vibe! Thank you and take care your fingers xD

  • @maximepirard6171
    @maximepirard6171 3 роки тому +16

    Love how you compare the role of the groove in techno with that in funk. So true.

  • @chuuska1972
    @chuuska1972 3 місяці тому

    Amazing tutorial. Thank you and stay blessed!

  • @edwardvandervelde2716
    @edwardvandervelde2716 2 роки тому +5

    Super Sick demo! I always wondered how some techno tracks have so much for the listener. Thank you!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad you like it!

  • @franciscolerche5113
    @franciscolerche5113 Рік тому

    Wow wasn´t expecting to find this much information in the video. This video is really focused on techno music. The video presents a really accurate workflow and creative process to achieve that techno feeling. Love it! suscribing now

  • @mattematt
    @mattematt 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, messing with the parameters of the chord stabs really brought that to life at the end!

  • @Gome.o
    @Gome.o 2 роки тому +4

    This guy is straight dope. Look forward to all his tutorials when I see his name pop up in my feed.

  • @asxwqs1958
    @asxwqs1958 2 роки тому +3

    my god I love your clarity!

  • @anthonyappleby8469
    @anthonyappleby8469 2 роки тому +2

    jesus! What an amazing way of explaining music!

  • @juwelahmed8141
    @juwelahmed8141 Рік тому

    Fantastic video. Thank you Michael, You have inspired to get into soft editing and videos soft design too.

  • @Sm4rtS.L1nk
    @Sm4rtS.L1nk 8 місяців тому +2

    This is my fourth time rewatching this video and FINALLY I understand what you mean.

  • @viking8371
    @viking8371 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for doing this man, really opens up ideas for me :D

  • @Keifer-D
    @Keifer-D Рік тому +1

    Awesome video! Thanks for sharing the creative process of creating a very rhythmic feel. You mentioned you were going for the rhythmic feel and would show 4 on the floor later to see how it’s a very different feel. Too bad the 4 on the floor example was missed. But we all know the 4 on the floor is stuck in our heads. So this was a refreshing change.
    Thanks for not adding clap, cowbell and whistle! Lol

  • @vj7248
    @vj7248 2 роки тому +11

    Thanks for showcasing this workflow technique. 'live' creation and editing of the tunes is just way more intuitive for me compared to the 'use mouse n keyboard to draw out some random midi stuff'.

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому +1

      Happy to help!

  • @essaysbyken
    @essaysbyken 2 роки тому +47

    I'm not sure why, but I read this video title as "Basics Of Techno With Lewis Black" and was really thrown for a loop. XD

    • @seamusmaguire2160
      @seamusmaguire2160 2 роки тому +6

      Lewis Black loves two things. Telling it like it is, and educating people on the foundations of different genres of electronic music

    • @ChrisArtsTube
      @ChrisArtsTube 2 роки тому +1

      Same. I thought I was going to get a techno lesson yelled at me for 10 minutes 🤣

    • @pauldi7268
      @pauldi7268 2 роки тому +1

      That would be hilarious, I can hear him talking about it now!

    • @JeremyForTheWin
      @JeremyForTheWin 2 роки тому

      sidechain, jackass!

    • @Sideshow_toad33
      @Sideshow_toad33 2 роки тому

      Same dude lol

  • @davidrowan3853
    @davidrowan3853 3 роки тому +6

    Great video, love it, very easy to understand, and a decent techno track the time spent on it!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @spooniisyourpal1545
    @spooniisyourpal1545 2 роки тому +8

    Also, that part where you said techno doesn’t have to be four on the floor, I really really really appreciate that

  • @nick3795
    @nick3795 2 роки тому +1

    Great tutorial Lewis, thanks.

  • @maurizze_8200
    @maurizze_8200 7 місяців тому

    nice workflow with making the automations this way////need to try this out

  • @RolandoHodar
    @RolandoHodar 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent tutorial, really enjoyed it and learned a few new things as well, thanks!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @usdjxavi
    @usdjxavi Рік тому

    Good video going over the basics, could you do a video with a more in depth dive into what makes techno, techno? Discussing on what the elements convey, and how we connect to such rhythms?

  • @adventureswithowl
    @adventureswithowl 2 роки тому +2

    you killed it bro!! I needed thisss

  • @0711RC
    @0711RC 6 місяців тому

    This was awesome instructions. Thanks.

  • @juniorignacio4765
    @juniorignacio4765 Рік тому

    Tysm, did everything as described

  • @Violentic81
    @Violentic81 2 роки тому +2

    german hard and dark techno

  • @SnobizmDR
    @SnobizmDR 27 днів тому

    That was helpful.Thanks a lot Lewis

  • @archaxisstudio
    @archaxisstudio Рік тому +2

    I think your explanation is the best for amateurs that want to start composing music. You made it straight to the point and helped show that it is actually doable. Just one question that comes to mind: Is this the Ableton Live software that you are using?

  • @andresarias3628
    @andresarias3628 3 роки тому +3

    Thank You, mai friend... this si really important to know

    • @343labs
      @343labs  3 роки тому +1

      You are welcome

  • @8sor
    @8sor 2 роки тому +11

    man its a nice groove you got! the good amount of unusual time signature for each drum sample mixed with the traditional 4/4 and a dry ambiance
    It really shows youve been influenced by many kinds of artist and many genre

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Thanks! We go live everyday

  • @matt8746
    @matt8746 Рік тому

    That was super enjoyable!

  • @abilitated
    @abilitated 3 роки тому +24

    That was fricken awesome, he's a great teacher! Hope he makes more tutorials

    • @343labs
      @343labs  3 роки тому +3

      Lewis Beck streams live on our channel every Wednesday at 1pm EST

  • @markwar6353
    @markwar6353 2 роки тому +1

    Super tuto ! Super workflow! Merci 🤩

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Happy you enjoyed it! We go live everyday

  • @jersonbj8728
    @jersonbj8728 Рік тому

    thanks, it actually let me through so i could download it.

  • @cor3733
    @cor3733 2 роки тому +1

    never understood producing techno so good . thanks!!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Happy to help!

  • @KiersThebad
    @KiersThebad 2 роки тому +1

    60Hz!
    Love it!

  • @davidcarter3976
    @davidcarter3976 Рік тому

    This is exactly what I needed.

  • @CypiXmusic
    @CypiXmusic Рік тому +1

    *_This kinda opened up my eyes about another approach to automation!_*
    Thanks for that

  • @bigladsupper69
    @bigladsupper69 2 роки тому +4

    Great video man, really loved the fact you made it not 4/4 as so many people just listen to the popular tracks and never have a full understanding. This tune reminds me of groove la chord by Arill Brikha btw!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad you liked it!

    • @users-bs8ww
      @users-bs8ww 2 роки тому +1

      Is not in 4/4?

    • @Julien4PresidentxD
      @Julien4PresidentxD 2 роки тому

      I just don't feel this kind of beat. It's groovy jeha, but I'm missing the energy. Just a lot of drums playing there... :/

  • @julienjean6329
    @julienjean6329 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for this tutorial dude !

  • @grandmasterjo1
    @grandmasterjo1 2 роки тому +4

    Excellent video on the basics of techno. The real essence is the basics which you described so well, from then on it’s your souls that makes the machines talk.
    Thanks so much Justine 🙏
    Do you have a similar tutorial with 4/4 style
    Cheers

    • @therealmaxwild
      @therealmaxwild 2 роки тому +2

      Search for his tutorial on how to make House

    • @grandmasterjo1
      @grandmasterjo1 2 роки тому

      @@therealmaxwild thank you max

  • @RetroPlus
    @RetroPlus 2 роки тому +3

    That sounds great, nice end result there

  • @mtx._x2049
    @mtx._x2049 Рік тому

    works, keep up the good work man

  • @luannicholaseiser1962
    @luannicholaseiser1962 Рік тому

    Thank you! Much love for this

  • @TheHalfways1
    @TheHalfways1 2 роки тому +1

    Very articulate. Thank you.

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @leroilezard
    @leroilezard 2 роки тому +6

    Can we take a moment to appreciate the lightsabers in the background haha ? It put me right in the mood for an epic galactic video around techno :) Bravo !

    • @petertakacs8046
      @petertakacs8046 2 роки тому

      that's a Dan Flavin piece

    • @i-never-look-at-replies-lol
      @i-never-look-at-replies-lol 2 роки тому

      @@petertakacs8046 lmao how is it a "piece"? it's just two glowing light sticks, i wouldn't exactly call that art or an installation

    • @petertakacs8046
      @petertakacs8046 2 роки тому +1

      @@i-never-look-at-replies-lol that's just like your opinion, man

    • @petertakacs8046
      @petertakacs8046 2 роки тому

      @Dreyarde False. Even if you call the sun art it isn’t. It’s just up there. You have to contribute something to it.

  • @thesunneversets
    @thesunneversets 2 роки тому +1

    i would love to see a video contrasting the modern USA style to the modern german style

  • @upperdecker9992
    @upperdecker9992 2 роки тому +1

    Flordia DJ's put out some great Jam.

  • @PapaKumaMusic
    @PapaKumaMusic 3 роки тому +2

    Great stuff, Lewis!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  3 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @BH-xf5si
    @BH-xf5si Рік тому +1

    Great tutorial, thanks! Out of interest, how come you stacked the reverb for the kick in an effect rack, rather than set wet/dry to 50?

  • @dvak_dj
    @dvak_dj 2 роки тому +6

    Sounds like Dub techno 🔥🔥🔥

  • @willemvdk4886
    @willemvdk4886 2 роки тому +3

    It's like the Dave Clark tracks of old with that repetitive snare on the 16th's. Such vibe. Very oldskool.

  • @mientra114
    @mientra114 Рік тому

    Ty I got my first divine because of you

  • @Gabrielowns321
    @Gabrielowns321 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much

  • @PraneetTulshyan
    @PraneetTulshyan 2 роки тому +2

    great video!

  • @BeatMax2023
    @BeatMax2023 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @ronsta2552
    @ronsta2552 2 роки тому +2

    Good Video. Solid fundamentals

  • @jawoody9745
    @jawoody9745 2 роки тому

    A very awesome video! Thanks!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad you liked it!

  • @Gabriel4Drummer
    @Gabriel4Drummer 2 роки тому +1

    I got inspired! Now I take my Arturia out of the drawer and I dare to try it :)

  • @ladyalmea3593
    @ladyalmea3593 Рік тому

    Its working man!!

  • @phira360
    @phira360 4 роки тому +2

    cool tutorial

  • @clintcarden1244
    @clintcarden1244 2 роки тому +1

    This is really helpful

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      For sure! If you want to know more about Ableton check our courses at our website! shop.343labs.com/

  • @joeygutierrez8930
    @joeygutierrez8930 2 роки тому +1

    its so genius

  • @ElectronisoundsAudio
    @ElectronisoundsAudio 2 роки тому +1

    Very Nice! Thanks for this! 😀 👊

  • @comesect
    @comesect 2 роки тому

    good demo, on point. Thanks.

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad you liked it!

  • @junterkang2797
    @junterkang2797 2 роки тому +1

    what is at the top left thats so important you have to look at it every .5 seconds. great video helped a lot.

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому +1

      Glad it helped

  • @liorsilverstein9802
    @liorsilverstein9802 Рік тому

    what makes techno techno, I like the sounds.

  • @HotGrooves
    @HotGrooves Рік тому

    amazing!!!!!

  • @samanderson806
    @samanderson806 2 роки тому +13

    Man, have yall seen "Belibat" play the tr8s? He plays that drum machine harder than just about anybody I have seen. It's awesome.

    • @paradix847
      @paradix847 2 роки тому +1

      Hell yeah, Belibat is an absolute king on the tr-8s

  • @neworldemancer
    @neworldemancer 2 роки тому

    neat simple use of analog

  • @evanshafer2791
    @evanshafer2791 2 роки тому +1

    That first rhythmic pattern gave me major “Muyé” vibes

  • @priyonjoni
    @priyonjoni 2 роки тому

    Great tutorial

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad you think so!

  • @christophersmith5089
    @christophersmith5089 3 роки тому +1

    Great vid

  • @Metareduxxx
    @Metareduxxx 2 роки тому

    THANK YOU!!!!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      You're welcome!

  • @cannaclubchicago2476
    @cannaclubchicago2476 Рік тому +1

    Justin and Taetro are the best ones at 343.

  • @omniinvestments7128
    @omniinvestments7128 2 роки тому +1

    Nice!

  • @dronetricksbrazil509
    @dronetricksbrazil509 2 роки тому

    Super cool. Thanks bro.

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you liked it!

  • @georgereasonproductions
    @georgereasonproductions Рік тому

    cool tips enjoyed:)

  • @roikorginal
    @roikorginal 2 роки тому +1

    I wanna be his friend and talk about techno all day

  • @garthgreen7555
    @garthgreen7555 2 роки тому +2

    as a old f*rt who was in the first wave of techno it pleases me that there are young uns out there with such sensibilities as this young chap. It's not all Drum Code and female celebrity DJ's ya know. Low key...end the festivals...bring back the vibe.

  • @OrbitAudits
    @OrbitAudits 2 роки тому

    Well done bro.. Good vid.. Now following!!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Happy to hear that! We go live everyday. Also you can book one of our courses at shop.343labs.com/ to learn everything from the basics of Ableton to sound designing, Mixing and Mastering and more!

  • @prod.gimmetheaux4841
    @prod.gimmetheaux4841 2 роки тому

    Wow, crazy quality video

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Thanks! Be sure to check out Justin's livestreams every Wednesday on 343 TV.

  • @klarawodehn22
    @klarawodehn22 3 роки тому +5

    wow very helpful, thank you!!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @Kommentar_Roboter
    @Kommentar_Roboter 3 роки тому +2

    He calls it techno, so I liked it

  • @dennis9175
    @dennis9175 2 роки тому +4

    This inspired me to make some music again, thanks!

  • @bostich1
    @bostich1 2 роки тому

    Nice! Thanks!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Happy to help!

  • @ramgopalm4683
    @ramgopalm4683 Рік тому

    Dope af!

  • @rufatahmadeus1801
    @rufatahmadeus1801 2 роки тому

    Great video!

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the visit

  • @nathansolo1230
    @nathansolo1230 2 роки тому

    Wow.. this is really cool

  • @slawomirbialecki2275
    @slawomirbialecki2275 3 роки тому +1

    amazing :)

  • @Reis_mit
    @Reis_mit 3 роки тому

    Great video

    • @343labs
      @343labs  2 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it