Ableton Note2.1.1 - App Store

Start new musical ideas with a curated selection of sounds and effects. Create beats and melodic parts, sample your world, and continue your tracks in Ableton Live.
Note is a place to form ideas, explore new sounds and find direction. Get your ideas out or just experiment until inspiration hits, using a selection of Ableton Live’s drum kits, synths and melodic instruments. Create your own sound palette by sampling with your phone’s built-in microphone. And use Note’s built-in MIDI Editor to sequence notes, beats and chords or make tweaks as you listen back

Follow your ideas wherever they lead by sending your projects to Live without leaving the app with the help of Ableton Cloud. Open projects from Live’s browser and keep working - you can edit all your MIDI notes, and all your samples and sounds from Note are exactly the same. Ableton Note users get a free license for Ableton Live Lite - simple, intuitive software used by musicians, producers and DJs around the world to write, record, and perform. For Ableton Move users, Note also offers the chance to keep working on a Set from your phone.

Begin with a beat:
. Choose from 76 Drum Sampler kits
. Tap out a beat using the 16-pad grid, or sequence one with the MIDI Editor
. Play each drum hit melodically using 16 Pitches mode
. Quantize your beat or nudge notes to fix loose timing or mistakes
. Add more layers of rhythm
. Create beat repetitions with Note Repeat
. Change parameters to shape your sound
. Experiment with effects or apply swing for variations

Start with a melody:
. Choose from 317 synth sounds and 60 Melodic Sampler instruments
. Play or program your melody or chord progression with the 25-pad grid, piano roll or MIDI Editor
. Set a key and scale to get instantly harmonic results
. Add more layers of harmony
. Change parameters to shape your sound
. Add effects to experiment with sound design

Sample your environment:
. Create your own kits by recording percussive sounds into Note’s Drum Sampler
. Record tonal sounds to create your own Melodic Sampler instruments
. Manipulate your samples by cutting, filtering or repitching them
. Sequence samples into beats, melodies and chords using the MIDI Editor
. Shape or transform your sounds with effects
. Import your own samples or audio directly from videos

Work with Audio
. Add audio clips from the library
. Warp tempo or adjust pitch of your clips
. Record audio directly using your phone’s built-in microphone
. Connect an audio interface to record external sources
. Combine recorded and imported audio with your beats and melodies
Capture improvisations:
. Play something, then tap the Capture button to keep it
. Play at a tempo that feels comfortable and Note will detect it
. Note will recognize the length of the phrase and create a loop
. Quantize it, add to it, or change the sound
. Connect MIDI hardware to play keys and change the sound of your instruments

Create variations:
. Note features a grid-based Session View layout
. Double your loops to create variation within clips
. Duplicate your clips and create different versions of your ideas
. Add, delete or adjust multiple notes at once with the MIDI Editor
. Create eight tracks with up to eight clips on eight scenes
. Try different clip combinations and song structures
. Export your work as an audio file to listen and share

Version History • Fixes an issue where changes to Sets were sometimes not saved automatically
• Improved reliability and performance with large samples
• Link and other bug fixes. See "Release Notes" under Help in the App for all the details. 2.1.1 Oct 6 - Introducing Bouncing MIDI to Audio
- Time Signatures
- Audio Warp Markers
- New Sound Content from BADSISTA and Sudan Archives
and many more improvements and bug fixes.
See "Release Notes" under Help inside the App for all the details. 2.1.0 Aug 25 • Introducing Audio Tracks and Ableton Link Audio
• Record audio directly into your sessions
• Transfer audio in real time to Ableton Live with Ableton Link Audio
• New FX devices: Erosion and Auto Shift
• Updated Auto Pan with real-time visualisation 2.0.1 May 5 We constantly update Note to bring you new features and improvements:
- New Slicing Mode for Drum Samples
- Ability to add external folders to Note’s Sample Browser
- New Auto Pan-Tremolo Effects Device
- New workflow for zooming and start/end for samples
- "Crop Sample" in sample options 1.7.3 12/15/2025 We constantly update Note to bring you new features and improvements:
- New Slicing Mode for Drum Samples
- Ability to add external folders to Note’s Sample Browser
- New Auto Pan-Tremolo Effects Device
- New workflow for zooming and start/end for samples 1.7.2 11/25/2025 Ableton Live's Drift synthesizer, now in Note. A versatile instrument for designing your own sounds – bold leads, deep bass, or subtle textures. 1.6 10/14/2025 Ableton Live's Drift synthesizer, now in Note. A versatile instrument for designing your own sounds – bold leads, deep bass, or subtle textures. 1.5.2 10/02/2025 Ableton Live's Drift synthesizer, now in Note. A versatile instrument for designing your own sounds – bold leads, deep bass, or subtle textures. 1.5.1 09/03/2025 Ableton Live's Drift synthesizer, now in Note. A versatile instrument for designing your own sounds – bold leads, deep bass, or subtle textures. 1.5.0 09/02/2025 This update to Ableton Note adds Auto Filter as a new effects device. 1.4.3 07/21/2025 This update to Ableton Note adds Auto Filter as a new effects device. 1.4 06/11/2025 This update introduces Note’s MIDI Editor, allowing you to build or rework your music by sequencing notes and beats directly onto the grid view of your chosen track. Program melodies, drums and chords with just a few taps, listen back and try out different patterns and variations.

Also new in Note 1.3 is 16 Pitches mode for drums: Transpose any drum hit into a bassline or melody, and apply tweaks and transformations to achieve unique musical results. 1.3.2 05/26/2025 This update introduces Note’s MIDI Editor, allowing you to build or rework your music by sequencing notes and beats directly onto the grid view of your chosen track. Program melodies, drums and chords with just a few taps, listen back and try out different patterns and variations.

Also new in Note 1.3 is 16 Pitches mode for drums: Transpose any drum hit into a bassline or melody, and apply tweaks and transformations to achieve unique musical results. 1.3.1 04/24/2025 This update introduces Note’s MIDI Editor, allowing you to build or rework your music by sequencing notes and beats directly onto the grid view of your chosen track. Program melodies, drums and chords with just a few taps, listen back and try out different patterns and variations.

Also new in Note 1.3 is 16 Pitches mode for drums: Transpose any drum hit into a bassline or melody, and apply tweaks and transformations to achieve unique musical results. 1.3 04/02/2025 This Ableton Note update introduces new sound design features and UI improvements:

The Drum Sampler now includes multiple playback effects that can be controlled by an x/y pad.
A brand-new Arpeggiator lets you easily add variety to melodies and basslines.
New Mixing Presets, now featuring a built-in compressor device for a smoother sound.
An improved Browser that conveniently displays the device type next to presets.

All release updates and bug fixes can be found in the Release Notes section of the Help menu in Note’s App Settings. 1.2.2 02/27/2025 This Ableton Note update introduces new sound design features and UI improvements:

The Drum Sampler now includes multiple playback effects that can be controlled by an x/y pad.
A brand-new Arpeggiator lets you easily add variety to melodies and basslines.
New Mixing Presets, now featuring a built-in compressor device for a smoother sound.
An improved Browser that conveniently displays the device type next to presets.

All release updates and bug fixes can be found in the Release Notes section of the Help menu in Note’s App Settings. 1.2.1 01/22/2025 This Ableton Note update introduces new sound design features and UI improvements:

The Drum Sampler now includes multiple playback effects that can be controlled by an x/y pad.
A brand-new Arpeggiator lets you easily add variety to melodies and basslines.
New Mixing Presets, now featuring a built-in compressor device for a smoother sound.
An improved Browser that conveniently displays the device type next to presets.

All release updates and bug fixes can be found in the Release Notes section of the Help menu in Note’s App Settings. 1.2 10/08/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! This release includes a free Live 12 Lite license for all Note users. Simply head to Note’s Settings page and tap “Get Live Lite” to obtain your license. 1.1.3 07/23/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! This release includes a free Live 12 Lite license for all Note users. Simply head to Note’s Settings page and tap “Get Live Lite” to obtain your license. 1.1.2 05/28/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! This release includes a free Live 12 Lite license for all Note users. Simply head to Note’s Settings page and tap “Get Live Lite” to obtain your license. 1.1.1 05/06/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! This release includes a free Live 12 Lite license for all Note users. Simply head to Note’s Settings page and tap “Get Live Lite” to obtain your license. 1.1 04/16/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! We've packed this release with some exciting new features:
Uneven Clip Lengths and Extended Clip Duration: Unleash your creativity with the flexibility of uneven clip lengths. Now, each clip can extend up to 16 bars, giving you more room for your musical ideas.
Main FX on the Main Channel: Transform your sound seamlessly with two effect slots now available directly on the Main Channel.
Swing: Inject rhythmic variation into your compositions with the new Swing feature. Add a dynamic groove to your music and bring it to life with enhanced expressiveness.
MIDI Mapping for Dials and Keys: Take control of your music like never before. Fine-tune your creations with precision using MIDI mapping for both dials and keys.
Import Audio from Videos within the App: Effortlessly expand your sonic palette by importing audio directly from videos within the app.
...and that's not all! This update includes many more enhancements to make your experience even more exciting and efficient.
To explore the full list of additions and improvements, be sure to check the detailed release notes available inside the app. 1.0.17 03/19/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! We've packed this release with some exciting new features:

Uneven Clip Lengths and Extended Clip Duration: Unleash your creativity with the flexibility of uneven clip lengths. Now, each clip can extend up to 16 bars, giving you more room for your musical ideas.
Main FX on the Main Channel: Transform your sound seamlessly with two effect slots now available directly on the Main Channel.
Swing: Inject rhythmic variation into your compositions with the new Swing feature. Add a dynamic groove to your music and bring it to life with enhanced expressiveness.
MIDI Mapping for Dials and Keys: Take control of your music like never before. Fine-tune your creations with precision using MIDI mapping for both dials and keys.
Import Audio from Videos within the App: Effortlessly expand your sonic palette by importing audio directly from videos within the app.

...and that's not all! This update includes many more enhancements to make your experience even more exciting and efficient.

To explore the full list of additions and improvements, be sure to check the detailed release notes available inside the app. 1.0.16 02/20/2024 Welcome to the latest update of Ableton Note! We've packed this release with some exciting new features:

Uneven Clip Lengths and Extended Clip Duration: Unleash your creativity with the flexibility of uneven clip lengths. Now, each clip can extend up to 16 bars, giving you more room for your musical ideas.
Main FX on the Main Channel: Transform your sound seamlessly with two effect slots now available directly on the Main Channel.
Swing: Inject rhythmic variation into your compositions with the new Swing feature. Add a dynamic groove to your music and bring it to life with enhanced expressiveness.
MIDI Mapping for Dials and Keys: Take control of your music like never before. Fine-tune your creations with precision using MIDI mapping for both dials and keys.
Import Audio from Videos within the App: Effortlessly expand your sonic palette by importing audio directly from videos within the app.

...and that's not all! This update includes many more enhancements to make your experience even more exciting and efficient.

To explore the full list of additions and improvements, be sure to check the detailed release notes available inside the app. 1.0.15 02/13/2024 We update Ableton Note regularly. Each update update includes performance improvements and bug fixes to make your experience with the app even better.
www.ableton.com/en/release-notes/note/

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