Update all Plug-ins and Max for Live devices Update your Audio interface drivers and firmware Go into Live’s Preferences and deactivate “Use VST Plug-In Custom Folder”. Put all plugins in Macintosh HD Library, and disable custom user library. Once you turn on your Push, it will auto-map to the correct settings. (USB hubs can sometimes cause issues).Ĥ-Open your MIDI Preferences within Live.ĥ-Reset the Control Surface & MIDI Ports to “None” and “Off”. If you have unnecessary MIDI Ports activated in your preferences, it is good to remove them by resetting Ableton’s MIDI Preferences.Ģ-Unplug all other MIDI devices from your computer.ģ-Plug the Push USB cable directly into your computer.
#Ableton live for mac 64 Bit
More is possible with just one song, but if transitioning between multiple songs it gets a bit tricky opening up different saved profiles in the soundcard’s mixing console.Įnable RAM mode for selected clips (only in 64 bit mode)Ĭomplex and Complex Pro Warping: Don’t use unless neededĪudio Units: If you have or can get VST versions of all the plugins you use, then deactivate Audio Units in Ableton Soundcard with onboard DSP effects (ex: UAD Apollo Twin)įor me, this works with a basic micpre and gentle compressor but anything more and it is too cumbersome to pull up a soundcard’s console in addition to Ableton to adjust fx while performing live. So, taking all the steps below is essential to minimizing glitches caused by the lower buffer settings that are necessary for live processed vocals. On my macbook pro, 128 is the maximum possible buffer setting for achieving simultaneous playback with FX in the mix. That’s too high in relative latency for processed live vocals with an effect chain containing reverb, compression, echo, EQ, and so on. But when performing live with vocals the only buffer setting that never has cracks/pops is 256 or higher. Yes, this is what everyone recommends first.
I recommend RME’s babyface pro ( read more here).Īdjust the audio buffer (higher number = less pops/cracks) ?įirst and foremost, according to your budget make sure your audio interface is the best you can get, versatile, reliable, pro quality available.
I hope my collection of tips helps you too. After trying everything below, the pops/clicks were definitely “reduced”. All this research usually ends without any helpful solutions.
#Ableton live for mac how to
I have researched, and researched, and researched some more on how to get rid of the noise glitches that pop up randomly. I perform live with Ableton quite often these days and it can be a frustrating experience when I get random click/pops despite the fact that I have a pricey apple computer with the most powerful specs available (MacBook Pro/i7/16GB RAM/1TB SSD). Pops and clicks when performing with Ableton Live on Macbook Pro Laptops