Sampling in Ableton Live

Learn how to work with samples in Ableton Live.

InstructorMISTERDILLINGER
Total Length2h 3m

About Course

Transform ordinary sounds into extraordinary tracks with MISTERDILLINGER as your guide. This in-depth course is your go-to resource for mastering the art of sampling in Ableton Live—from sourcing and analyzing sounds to chopping, warping, and building custom instruments.

Across five structured sections, you’ll explore Warp Modes, experiment with four different chopping methods, and even learn how to record and manipulate your own samples. You’ll also get hands-on experience creating custom Drum Racks and instruments with Simpler and Sampler, empowering you to create unique, sample-based compositions with total creative control.

Course Content

  • What Is Sampling? 1:36
  • The Different Ways to Sample in Ableton 6:48
  • How to Choose Samples 3:27
  • How to Find the BPM of Samples 9:12
  • Setting Warp Markers 8:34
  • Beats and Tones Mode 6:42
  • Texture and Re-Pitch Mode 5:39
  • Complex and Complex Pro Mode 2:56
  • Simpler Classic and One-Shot Mode 10:33
  • Simpler Slicing Mode 8:02
  • Creating Your Own Instrument with Sampler 6:51
  • Using 808s in Sampler 6:03
  • How to Chop Samples Manually 7:01
  • How to Chop Samples in Real-Time 4:00
  • How to Chop Using Transients 4:11
  • How to Chop by Beat and Regions 6:06
  • Setting Up Microphone and Interface 2:37
  • Proper Monitoring and Recording Techniques 4:08
  • Playlist Mode 3:48
  • Creating Your Own Drum Rack and Kit 14:19

Instructors

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