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Ableton Live Suite now has a rent-to-own, installment payment option
It’s not a subscription. And Ableton is still offering their existing “buy now” licenses and upgrades. But if you don’t want to pay for the flagship Ableton Live Suite all at once, you now have the option of a rent-to-own plan. That could be a way for more folks to take advantage of Suite features like full Max for Live support. Here’s how it works.
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909 Day: freebies, sales, and celebrations
It’s 909 Day again, and a moment to reflect on the beauty of Tadao Kikumoto’s rhythm composer masterpiece. HAND CLAP. Let’s RIDE.
Peter Kirn - September 9, 2025
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New in Bitwig land: Brazilian beats, controller tips, v6 beta this month
Bitwig is having a hot, packed summer. And there’s one big teaser: we don’t know anything about it yet, but Bitwig Studio 6 beta is coming on August 27, as revealed briefly on Bitwig’s socials. In the meantime, let’s play with some Brazilian beats and explore controller integration.
Peter Kirn - August 15, 2025
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MD1: classic drum machine kits for Ableton Move, Note, and more
Peter Kirn - May 28, 2025
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El Jaguar: re-amped Colombian Picó sound systems as instrument
Peter Kirn - May 22, 2025
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BOSS DR-55 drum machine from 1979, now a free plug-in
Peter Kirn - November 27, 2024
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Minimal’s Current is a granular-wavetable synth with tons of FX and extras
Peter Kirn - October 11, 2023
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