Max/Msp is a program which allows you to mash up audio, build crazy instruments, design your own effects and generally control every aspect of your music production. With the introduction of Max for Live, it gives you the power to do all this from within Ableton Live.
This course will introduce you to the Max way of working. Using Max for Live, you will learn how to build and design your own instruments and effects in Ableton. Everything from simple reverbs to midi sequencers, you will learn how to implement, design and use your own instruments in Ableton. The course is aimed at people who want to delve further into the inner workings of Ableton and instrument and sound design, overall creating a more original and personal means of producing and performing. For more information about the course, contact Eoin at realsounddublin[at]gmail[dot]com or Find us on Facebook
Real Sound Tutor: Eoin Smith
Week 1 – Installation, Introduction and Simple Effects
Introduction to Max4Live environment
Using the Max4Live interface
Different Work Modes
Introduction to simple audio effects
Week 2 – Syncing, Midi and Design
Syncing the Live transport bar with Max
Introduction to Midi with Max4Live
Making a Simple Midi Step Sequencer- Design, Implementation and Use.
Week 3 – Audio Instruments/Effects in a Live Performance
Using the Step Sequencer Design in a more interesting way.
Using your instruments in a Live Session – Automation, Control and Aesthetic
Week 4 – Introduction to Visual Processing in Live
Introduction to Jitter, a visual processing tool for MaxForLive
Intergrating visuals into your Live performance.
Week 5
Overview of Material Covered.
Short demo of the instrument/effect made by each student.
Artist Talk
*Participants in this course are required to have a previous understanding of using Ableton Live.