So you’ve learned to set up Ableton and plug in your interface to record some sweet riffs, but you’re hesitant to take it to the next level: MIDI controllers. That’s okay. We’re here to help. And to be honest, Ableton makes using MIDI controllers as virtual instruments, mixers, and effects controls as simple as plug-and-play. Check out the video for a more in-depth tutorial on getting started with MIDI in Ableton.

Now that you know how to get MIDI Signals in to Ableton Live, this installment shows you how to take MIDI out of Ableton Live, into the MIDI controller, and sync the MIDI clock.