Top 5 Ableton Live controllers
Using a mouse for Ableton Live is really boring so I thought I’d round up the top 5 controllers for Ableton Live.
1. Akai APC40
Akai APC40
The daddy of all Ableton Live controllers, the APC40 has it all pads, knobs, faders, a crossfader, buttons and even lights up like a christmas tree. Can you tell I want one.
2. Akai MPK25
Akai MPk25
Maybe not on everyones top Ableton Live controller lists but you have to think outside the box a little. All the elements are there, keys, knobs, pads and buttons it’s up to you how you use them.
3. Monome
Monome
Incredebly hard to get your mits on and growing a cult following by the day. The monome is probably one of the more geekier controllers and requires a little bit of programing than your average out of the box job. That said it’s possibiltys are endless and although it’s not always associated with Ableton Live I think the two have a bright future together.
4. Akai MPD32
- Akai MPD32
The MPD32 kind of looks like a less developed APC40 to my eyes. Anyway it has all the makings of a good controller pads, sliders, knobs and buttons.
5. Nocturn
- Novation Nocturn
The Novation Nocturn is an unlikely contender for the top 5 but from own experiences it’s very very good. It’s got the elements, buttons, knobs and a crossfader but the real star is the software behind it which gives the Nocturn much more flexibilty over it’s competitors. Check out my review for more info.
Conclusion
Well there you have it the top 5 controllers for Ableton Live. Post your own top 5 in the comments. One thing has become obvious though that there is only one controller made for Ableton Live and thats the APC40.
