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Humanizing Drum Samples in Ableton Live - A Complete Tutorial

Ned Rush via YouTube

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Learn advanced drum humanization techniques in this 42-minute tutorial focused on both timing and timbre manipulation within Ableton Live. Master loading samples from the Elektron Analog Rytm into Drum Rack and Sampler, create dynamic MIDI clips, and explore velocity-based controls for amplitude envelopes and sample start positions. Discover effective methods for velocity deviation, pattern humanization, and kit randomization to achieve more natural-sounding drum sequences. Progress through hands-on demonstrations of building kick bass lines and applying effects, gaining practical knowledge for creating more organic and expressive electronic drum patterns.

Syllabus

Introduction
Elektron Analog Rytm Samples
Load Samples into Drum Rack and Sampler
Make A Midi Clip
Using Velocity with Amp Envelope
Velocity to Start Position
Velocity Deviation
Humanize
Randomize Kit
Kick Bass Line
Add Effects
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Ned Rush

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