Maschine: Sidechain Compression with Ableton Live

February 10, 2013

The compressor that comes with Maschine doesn’t allow you to use sidechain compression. However, you can use a DAW like Ableton Live and some simple audio routing to achieve the same effect. Watch this video to learn how to route audio from Maschine to Ableton Live and set up sidechain compression using Maschine as a VST plugin.

Cross DJ 2: How to Map MIDI Modifiers and Shift Buttons

February 2, 2013

In Cross DJ 2 you can map shift buttons on your DJ MIDI controller to give you more control of your mix by assigning more than 1 command to the same button, knob, or fader. Watch this tutorial to learn how to set up shift logic buttons and map multiple commands.

Massive: How to Import Presets

February 2, 2013

Watch this video tutorial to learn how to import presets in Native Instruments Massive.

Traktor Pro 2: How to Launch Old Versions

February 2, 2013

Traktor Pro 2 creates a backup of each software version when you install and update. Watch this video to learn how to launch the older versions of the software in case a new update is incompatible with your setup.