The Push Bible
The Definitive Course on Ableton Push 2 (Beginner Level)
Push Bible: Beginner Level
Start your Push journey with confidence
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The foundations of using Push 2 with Ableton Live; your guide and companion
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Covers all key areas of using Push 2; a solid base from which to go deeper & faster
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5.5 Hours of Video, 14 Chapters, 88 Lessons + Quizzes, Tasks & Downloads
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What students say
Excellent course!!
Ben Eshinski
Excellent and very in depth course. Walks you along in very methodical and carefully segmented steps so you can follow along and retrieve information/steps l...
Read MoreExcellent and very in depth course. Walks you along in very methodical and carefully segmented steps so you can follow along and retrieve information/steps later during production. Instructor goes at acceptable pace and they did a great job of clearly showing the physical unit and toggling between screens. Very well thought out. Very well presented. Great job of instructing while also touching on future learning. This is by far the best Push2 course I have come across!!
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A G
At first, I was hesitating on purchasing this course but I'm glad I took the chance. This course has great information and saves you time instead of searchin...
Read MoreAt first, I was hesitating on purchasing this course but I'm glad I took the chance. This course has great information and saves you time instead of searching the web for hours. I learned a lot and having fun with push 2. You won't regret it!!!
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Chase Ainsworth
Sauce. Straight fire. Nothing but net. Super sticky. Sous-vide, Medium-well, char-grilled. All gas, no brake. Its pays for itself many times over with how...
Read MoreSauce. Straight fire. Nothing but net. Super sticky. Sous-vide, Medium-well, char-grilled. All gas, no brake. Its pays for itself many times over with how much time you will save instead of trying to hunt down all the info all over the internet.
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lorenzell wilson
As a newcomer to Push as well as Ableton I found this to be exactly what I needed to feel confident using these tools. I will say however, that two of the v...
Read MoreAs a newcomer to Push as well as Ableton I found this to be exactly what I needed to feel confident using these tools. I will say however, that two of the videos would not play [WRKSHP: we fixed this :)] and of course they were sections that I REALLY wanted more information about. This is why I only gave it 4 stars. Still good info though. Update: My issue with the non playing videos was quickly resolved by Andri. 5 amazing stars for the added bonus of super customer support!
Read LessThe best 5.5 Hours I've spent learning push
Patrick Perez
This is without a doubt the best investment of your time if you're a beginner learning Push. Yes, YouTube is free, but you will not get anything close to th...
Read MoreThis is without a doubt the best investment of your time if you're a beginner learning Push. Yes, YouTube is free, but you will not get anything close to the care and structure put into this course. Not only do you learn the device but you also get to learn Ableton Live and that's a great two for one.
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Damon ZD
This course has been well organized and well thought out. KUDOS! Some of the concepts that I have watched videos and not understood and now I easily understa...
Read MoreThis course has been well organized and well thought out. KUDOS! Some of the concepts that I have watched videos and not understood and now I easily understand. The one that comes to mind is the MIDI Push function of being able to access random doodling if I press record and New at the same time. Push is always recording your musical musings. I watched several videos on this but didn't understand till this tutorial. Very well done. His speaking manner and content is calm, logical, and cool and collected.
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Peter Samar
it needs time to get it in, its like a compass to lead your where you want to go to Thanks for this course.
it needs time to get it in, its like a compass to lead your where you want to go to Thanks for this course.
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Alex Smouzh
Thank you for this course Andri
Thank you for this course Andri
Read LessPerfect introduction
Marc Stanford
There are so many resources available for experienced DAW users and lots of self help videos on YouTube that pre-suppose some advanced knowledge of music str...
Read MoreThere are so many resources available for experienced DAW users and lots of self help videos on YouTube that pre-suppose some advanced knowledge of music structure and theory. Using this course allows everyone with the desire to express themselves musically to understand how to turn ideas into reality. Really enjoyable and thoroughly recommended
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Marco Guarnera
Push 2 is the door to enter into Ableton live. The Push Bible is the key to open it.
Push 2 is the door to enter into Ableton live. The Push Bible is the key to open it.
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carlos trujillo
Im liking it a lot!
Im liking it a lot!
Read LessNot finished with this course...
Marvin Carter
But it's been fantastic, thus far! :)
But it's been fantastic, thus far! :)
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Course curriculum
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A message from Andri at WRKSHP
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A note for Live 11 users
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S1.1.1 Global Controls Introduction + Tempo & Tap Tempo (L1&L2) (Beginner & Intermediate)
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S1.1.2 Global: The Metronome, Changing its Sound & Volume (L1&L2) (Beginner & Intermediate)
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S1.1.3 Global: Time Signatures, Undo & Redo (L1&L2)
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S1.1.4 Global: Adding Tracks & Devices, Changing Colours (L1&L2)
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S1.1.5 Global: Creating a Default Track, Deleting Tracks (L1&L2)
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S1.1.6 Global: Loading & Previewing Instruments, Setting the Preview & Master Volume Levels (L1&L2)
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Quick Quiz on Global Controls (Optional) (L1&L2)
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S2.1.1 Melodic Mode: Modes & Views: Introduction & Overview (L1) (Beginner)
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S2.1.1B Melodic Mode: Modes & Views: Introduction & Overview (L1) (Beginner) (update v1.00)
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S2.1.2 Melodic Mode: Exploring the Melodic Mode (L1)
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S2.1.3 Melodic Mode: The Touch Strip, Playing Mono- and Polyphonic Instruments, Conclusion (L1)
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Quick Quiz on Melodic Mode (L1)
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S2.2.1 Scales: Introduction (L1) (Beginner)
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S2.2.2 Scales: Showing and Hiding Notes Within a Scale (L1)
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S2.2.3 Scales: My Philosophy, Customising the Layout (L1)
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S2.2.4 Scales: Conclusion (L1)
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Quick Quiz on Scales (L1)
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S2.3.1 Recording in Melodic Mode: Using Count-in, Quantisation, Overdubbing (L1)
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S2.3.2 Recording in Melodic Mode: A Peek into Clip View & Session Mode (L1) (Beginner)
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S2.3.3 Recording in Melodic Mode: Capture (L1)
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S2.3.3.1 Quick Quiz (L1)
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S2.3.4 Recording in Melodic Mode: Deleting Notes (Melodic & Drum Modes) (L1)
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S2.3.5 Recording in Melodic Mode: Arming & Disarming Tracks, Selecting Clip Slots (L1)
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S2.3.6 Recording in Melodic Mode: Recap of Recording, Quantising & Re-timing Recorded Notes (L1) + Task
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S2.3.7 Recording in Melodic Mode: Turning Recording Quantise on, the Quantise Menu, Recap (L1) + Task
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S2.3.8 Recording in Melodic Mode: Velocity, Using the Accent Button (L1)
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S2.3.9 Recording in Melodic Mode: New Button; How it Works (L1) + Task
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S2.3.10 Recording in Melodic Mode: Automation, Introduction & Overview (L1) + Task
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S2.3.10.1 Quick Quiz (L1)
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S2.3.11 I'd love to hear your feedback (optional)
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S2.6.1 Drum Mode: Introduction: The Different Drum Modes (L1) (Beginner)
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S2.6.2 Drum Mode: Drum Racks, Recording Clips, Adjusting Timing, Quantisation (L1)
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S2.6.3 Drum Mode: Muting & Soloing Drum Pads, Using Repeat, General Recap (L1)
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S2.6.4 Drum Mode: Automation, Per-Step Automation (L1)
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S2.6.5A Melodic & Drum Modes, Scales, Recording, Section 02 Conclusion (L1)
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About this course
- 5.5 hours of video content
- 14 Chapters, 88 Lessons
- Quizzes, Downloads & the Ultimate Push Shortcut list
What you'll learn
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How to build a track using only Push
A whole section goes into how to create an entire track using almost exclusively Push, showing tricks and tips to reduce touching your mouse and keyboard to the absolute minimum. A download allows you to follow along and create your own version of the track.
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Learn how Push works, and how it doesn't
Push is incredible, and does some things better than anything else I know. It also has limitations however, and I've spent a lot of time exploring these. Let me save you a lot of time and frustration by revealing what works, what doesn't, and as a guide to getting the most out of a really powerful piece of kit.
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Introduction to Drums & Percussion
Push is incredible for creating beats and loops - faster than anything else I know. Learn how to use the basics of the Drum Mode and Drum Rack with Push. To go even deeper check out the Intermediate or Complete courses.
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An introduction to scales
Push is an amazing way to use and access scales we don't know. Learn about the variety on offer, and why they can be so much fun to use.
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Use VSTs and Plugins
Learn how to use your favourite VSTs and plugins with Push, some recommendations where to find free plugins, install them, and how to control their parameters with Push.
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Sampling with Push
Learn how to use samples as instruments, and how you can edit these sounds using Simpler and Push. An excellent introduction to the even more detailed investigation in the Intermediate/Complete course.
Instructor
Senior Instructor Andri Søren Haflidason
Andri has taught thousands of students, from complete beginners to full-time professionals. He became a Product Specialist for Ableton in 2014, delivering workshops at all levels, has taught at schools across Europe including SAE Institute and ESRA. His focus is on Ableton Live and Ableton Push, with a particular emphasis on finding creative workflows, improvisational performance, and getting into 'the flow. He believes firmly in doing more with less, and "finding your instrument". Life is short, and limitations and focus bring incredible creativity and results. Describing and mapping out the "landscapes of possibility" to students is key, helping them find their path and to define their own personal quest.
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How this course is structured
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A foundational approach, taking you step by step through Push & Live
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Digestible lessons broken down into logical Sections & Chapters
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Explanations of not just "how", but "why" one might use certain approaches
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What People Say
Creative Strategies With Push 2
Man! This is so good. I've had my push for a few days and have watched quite a few videos but this is the most inspiring.
Creative Strategies With Push 2
Brilliant stuff brother! This was the final 'push' I needed to pursue bringing one of these wondrous devices into my life and creative flow :) Thank you :)
Creative Strategies With Push 2
These videos are probably the most practical creative videos I've ever seen of someone demonstrating what push can do and I've seen a lot... Really inspiring and original work.
Creative Strategies With Push 2
Really great tutorial and fluidity in workflow. Really Radiohead-esque result near the end, which to my mind is about as much of a compliment as one could give. Please do indeed do more, far too talented not to share :)
Why this course?
You've already invested in Push 2. You know it's capable of so much. Why this course?
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The most comprehensive Push 2 course out there
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A seasoned teacher with an exclusive focus on the subject matter
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Tasks, Quizzes & Downloads
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Interactive comment and question areas on each lesson, I'm there to help. Includes discussions and ideas from fellow Push Biblers
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Life's too short. Let's make some music and have some fun while doing it!
Good to know: Live 10/11
Live 11 was released on the 23rd of February 2021
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The Push Bible is built around Live 10 (Intro and upwards), but will work with Live 11 without any problems . See the FAQ for further information.
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Works with Live Intro and upwards (95% of the lessons)
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Included downloads such as Live sets will open in Live 11 Intro and upwards
I still have questions :)
Please check the FAQ (link above) or don't hesitate to write to me!