Original and creative software by FP // June74.
J74 OperatorKits (free) - A collection of drum racks made with Ableton Live Operator synthesizer
The J74 OperatorKits free live pack is a collection of 20 drum racks made exclusively with Ableton Live Operator FM synthesizer.No samples whatsoever, just pure drum synthesis.
Macro's in the presets are assigned for instant tweaking:
- Each percussion has its main synthesis parameters mapped to its eight group marco's
- The entire rack has drum rack level macros mapped to main eight overall synthesis parameters
J74 OperatorKits is a free download, available here.
Supported versions:
- Live 9 version (9.x or higher)
- Live 8 version (8.3 or higher)
Morph - morph presets, devices and mixer parameters in Ableton Live
Morph is a set of Max for Live devices which allows you to morph across track settings, device presets, mixer sends and device parameters. The full Morph set includes also some eccentric, but highly useful, tool for animating and modulating your Liveset, such as a 2-dimensional geometric LFO, a XY envelope looper and support for XY-control from USB devices (like Gamepads, Joysticks, Gloves and so on). Morph devices can be loaded in any track (appearing to Live as transparent audio effects). The full Morph device set can be purchased at $8 (USD). A free demo device (MorphJ) is also available.
Supported versions and notes:
- Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
- Before purchasing, be sure to test your USB/HID device using the free MorphJ device.
Learn more about Morph here
StepSequencer64 J74 Groove Box
The StepSequencer64 J74 Groove Box is a collection of original devices for creative beat programming and improvisation. It features a full-blown 64-step sequencer and includes, as an additional bonus, a programmable drum pattern-based box and can be purchased at just $12 (USD). A free limited demo version is also available.
The set includes several device formats:
- A set of Ableton Live plugins as Max for Live MIDI devices, fully integrated in Live's workflow (Max for Live license required)
- A set of standalone MIDI applications using standard MIDI for external device or DAW integration (no licensing required in this case)
- A self contained host application with step sequencer (driving an AU or VST plugin) and drum box (audio samples). No extra license required.
- Tools for integrating the step sequencer and drum box with the APC40 (plug'n'play) or any other MIDI controller (using customized mappings)
Supported versions:
- Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
- Standalones do not have specific version limitations.
Learn more about the SS64 Groove Box here
J74 ISO Controllers - Use the Launchpad and the APC40 controllers as Isomorphic instruments
The J74 ISO Controllers package includes Max for Live plug-ins and MIDI Remote scripts (python) to use the Launchpad and APC40 as multi-template isomorphic controllers. By re-assigning notes to the pads and using colors to give essential and intuitive information about the harmonic characteristics, the layouts turn both controllers in easy to play instruments for harmony and melody. You can get J74 ISO Controllers for just $8 (USD).
- 9 modes interchangeable isomorphic layouts (modes)
- 40+ musical scales applicable to the layouts
- Each layout/scale can be transposed to any key root (+/- 64 semitones)
- Max for Live versions, which can be automated (i.e. layout/scale/transposition/velocity level)
- MIDI Remote python scripts for the same functionality added directly on the controller
- Key back-light feedback and output velocity control (Max for Live versions only)
Supported versions:
- Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
Learn more about ISO Controllers here
AuNetTools J74 - A tool set for network collaboration in Ableton Live
AuNetTools is a set of devices for Ableton Live enabling real-time audio and MIDI communication between computers across a TCP/IP network. By using these devices it is possible to collaborate with other musicians using several computers (on a Local Area Network or across the Internet - as long as the latency involved remains acceptable). You can get AuNetTools for just $5 (USD).
The set includes:
- Ableton Live Max for Live devices for sending and receiving audio across computers on the network (Max for Live license required)
- Ableton Live Max for Live devices for sending and receiving MIDI and transport/tempo controls across the network (Max for Live license required)
- A set of standalone device for sending/receiving audio and MIDI to/from computers not running Ableton Live.
Note: a Max for Live licence is required to use the devices in Ableton Live. Windows users also need to have Apple Quick Time installed.
Supported versions:
- Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
- Standalones do not have specific version limitations.
Learn more about AuNetTools here
MTribe - Editor and Control surface for the Korg Monotribe
If you are the lucky owner of the Korg Monotribe you may want to have a look to MTribe an editor and control surface for MAC, Windows and Ableton Live (Max for Live). Please note that to use MTribe a MIDI mod to your Monotribe is required (a kit like the MIDITribe I/O from Amazing Machines). You can get Mtribe for just $5 (USD). A free limited demo version is also available.
Supported versions:
- Max for Live version on Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Max for Live version on Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
- Standalone does not have specific version limitations.
Learn more about MTribe here
VenomControl - Ableton Live / Max for Live editor and control surface for the M-Audio Venom synth (single patch only)
VenomControl allows you full control of the Venom sythesizer (in single patch) including automation, preset editing, storage and morphng. You can get VenomControl for just $5 (USD). A lite edition with limited functionalities is available as a demo.
Note: a Max for Live licence is required in order to be able to use the VenomControl (as well as, of course, Ableton Live).
Supported versions:
- Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
Learn more about VenomControl here
Updated Hanz Petrov's APC_64_40 for Ableton Live 9 (free)
I have updated Hanz Petrov's great APC 64_40 custom MIDI remote script for the APC40 to be compatible with Ableton Live 9 and its new "_Framework".Compatibile with Ableton Live 9.0.1 and higher. Download APC_64_40_9 here.
Here more about MIDI Remote scripts on Hanz blog
Step Tribe (free) - Step Sequencer with modulation capabilities for the Korg Monotribe (midi mod required)
If you are using the Max for Live version of MTribe you can download here StepTribe, a free step sequencer for the Monotribe / MTribe combination.
Supported versions:
- Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
Click here for a short user manual of StepTribe.
HarmoTools J74 (free) - A tool set for MIDI harmonization in Ableton Live
A toolset for MIDI harmonization, adapting in real-time a MIDI feed to chords or scales.
HarmoTools is available as free download. You can download the software by clicking here.
PS: if you like to sustain HarmoTools, please make a donation using the Paypal button available below.
Tested versions:
- Max for Live version on Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Max for Live version on Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9
- Standalones do not have specific version limitation.
Learn more about HarmoTools here
V-Module (free) - Modular video and multimedia environment for Ableton Live (Max for Live)
V-Module is a collection of multiple M4L devices and provides a modular environment for multimedia creations.
As a Max for Live toolset, V-Module offers:
- Jitter's advanced real-time video manipulation
- Jitter's interface to 3D creation (OpenGL, shaders)
- Live automation (clip envelopes, synchronization)
- Parameter automation recording
- Control surface mapping
Tested versions:
- NEW: Live 9 fully compatible version (experimental release 0.9.1). For Live 9.x or higher + Max 6.1.x
- Legacy: release 0.8.1 compatible with Live 8.3 or higher + Max 5.1.9 (same download package)
Here you can download V-Module.
Please read the "How to Install V-Module.txt" instructions before starting the live pack installation.
Note: V-Module is a free tool. If you like to keep it alive (and give me some space for developing it) please make a donation.
Learn more about V-Module here