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Production Tutorial: Live 12 Quick Tips
The final video in this series on Live 12. Here we show a handful of creative tips using Live's latest devices.ROAR00:00 - Complex 808 Distortion04:38 - Multiband Distortion07:19 - Mid-Side Distortion09:35 - Experimental Sound Design11:04 - FeedbackGRANULATOR13:27 - New features/modes16:12 - Cre...
Project File: Red Shift
The most requested project! Also, find the breakdown video HERE.Runs with Ableton Live 12.Download
An Update For 2025
Greetings!As we head into the new year, we wanted to give you an update of what we've been working on behind the scenes, and some of the things you can expect from us this year.MUSIC ๐ถWe have THREE EPsof fresh music we canโt wait to share with you! These tracks, tried and tested in our DJ s...
VOTE: Which project file do you want?
Happy new year everyone! ๐This month we're giving away a project file. Which one do you want?!
๐ README: A Guide To Using Our Patreon
๐ Welcome to this space! This post is a directory to help you navigate our ever-increasing repository of music production resources. We'll continue to update this post as we add more.โโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโโ...
Production Tutorial: Sound Design with Meld
Discover the sound design possibilities of Ableton's newest synth: Meld00:00 - Creating a randomized glissando patch06:03 - Using modulation to create more interesting sounds07:58 - Making drums14:47 - Physical modelling to create bell sounds20:16 - Wide basses & LFO section exploration
Production Tutorial: Exploring Live 12's MIDI Tools
We dive into Live's MIDI Tools and Scale Awareness, exploring how these features can help with composition and songwriting.00:00 - Intro00:42 - Euclidean02:32 - Rhythm04:29 - Velocity Shaper05:12 - Scale Awareness08:01 - Shape10:40 - Seed12:29 - Programming a beat15:54 - MPE Tools
Merch Competition: Win 2x Beanies + Pendant
We're running a Patreon-exclusive merch competition for all of our wonderful patrons!To win, suggest an idea for a merchandise item that we should make in the future. Your idea can be as unique, creative or whacky as you'd like!We'll pick a winner next week.
Tutorial: Making generative arps with Palette Sequencer
00:00 - Intro01:19 - Walk-through06:40 - Creating a generative patchDownload the device HEREโข Free for Max Out patronsโข 50% discount for Creator patrons (use code F87E3)
Available Now: Our first Max for Live device!
We present our very first Max for Live device: Palette SequencerPalette Sequencer is a generative device that uses color to create evolving MIDI sequences.Head over to our shopto download the device.Max Out patrons get the device free of charge, and Creator patrons receive 50% discount.
A new benefit for Max Out patrons!
Today we're announcing a new benefit for you: Max for Live DevicesWe'll be releasing our first ever M4L device to the public very soon, and in addition to being the first to be notified, as a Max Out patron you'll be entitled to download the device for free.We will be creating more tools...
Tutorial: Making Bass with Shaper Table
This month we make some bass sounds with Phaseplant and some of the newest Kilohearts effects. We also make a track using the patch. You can download the project file below to use in anyway you like.Project File Download
Quick Tips: Adding Character to Sounds
We show some quick ways to spice up your sounds to create more character and depth.Project FileLink
Audio Stems: Jak's Odyssey
This was requested by iiko in the Community Chat. What other stems should we post in future?
We need your honest feedback!
It's almost hard to believe we've been running this Patreon community for over 4 years. It's been an incredibly rewarding experience getting the opportunity to share music and production knowledge with you, and to have created a space where we can all exchange ideas.A lot has changed sin...
Quick Tips: Build-Ups
This month we focus on ways to create energy and anticipation for build-up sections.Project File
Sanctuary EP โ Vinyl Repress
A much requested and long-awaited repress of the Sanctuary EP is here.https://inspected.co.uk/products/sanctuary-ep-vinyl-2024
Quick Tips: Swing & Groove
We're testing out a new video format this month, bringing you a series of quick-fire tips on swung rhythms and grooves.Let us know what you think!
Palette Sequencer
Palette Sequencer is a generative Max for Live device that uses color to create evolving MIDI sequences. Demo: https://youtu.be/jQeC5Lgfqao Minimum System Requirements: Ableton Live 11 Suite (or Standard with Max For Live add-on)
Tutorial: Building a Max for Live Device
In this video we build a Max for Live MIDI device from scratch. We'll be releasing the finished device on Patreon soon, but inthe meantime, you can download the rough device below.00:00 - Intro01:41 - Device Concept02:28 - Generating sequences of numbers10:18 - Creating MIDI messages17:02 - Step...
Audio Stems: Voices of Dissent
Happy Friday!
Evocation
Early gift for you all x
Luminary (Performance Video)
Taken from the 'Evocation' EP out 26/04.DOP, Lighting, Editing: Sarah KouryCamera Operations: Sarah Koury, Ava WildEngineer: Eric CinnamonRecorded live at Studio Bell, Calgary.
Production Tutorial: Creative Feedback Loops
In this video we use Return Tracks to create musical feedback!
Where do you live? ๐๐๐
Hi Patrons!We want to know which country you lovely folk live!The audience data that Patreon provide us with is fairly limited, and it would really help us to know which country you are based in. We'll use this to help us determine what time of day we should run online events, as well as to help...
AlterCast
Our new single, out now!
New Music Update
This week weโll begin releasing music that was created especially for our live album performances, written to expand upon the story and lore of the 'Led by Ancient Light' universe.As loyal Patrons, you'll be the first to hear and receive the new material โค๏ธ












