X1 - Ableton Live - (as MIDI Fighter for SoundPacks with 2 banks)
Description and Instructions
Description:
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This mapping changes the 16 buttons at the bottom of the X1 to send MIDI messages similar to the MIDI FIGHTER (3D). This makes it convenient when downloading Mad Zach's Soundpacks as the drum racks will be map nicely onto the X1 without requiring any further effort.
The Ableton Live Packs for the LIVE REMIX CONTESTS have a rack with 32 sounds which map onto 2 banks of 16. This mapping implements 2 banks. Bank 1 is on by default. To switch to the second bank, just press the SHIFT key on the X1. Press it again to change back to the first bank.
In addition to implementing 2 banks of 16 buttons, the LEDs have also been configured to turn on while you press the buttons.
Enjoy :)
How To Install:
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To use the Kontrol X1 as a MIDI controller with Ableton or other MIDI software, you need to perform the following steps:
1 Download and install the X1 driver from Native Instruments
2 Download and install the Controller Editor application from Native Instruments
(Each will require Admin password and a reboot.)
Now open Ableton Live.
Live | Preferences | MIDI Sync
Here, choose Traktor Kontrol X1. Enable Track,Sync and Remote. Now you can MIDImap the KNOBS to whatever controls you want in Ableton Live yourself to be saved in your Ableton Live Set.
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to map the buttons you must configure the X1 by running the Controller Editor application.
Choose Traktor Kontrol X1, from the drop down and press Connect.
Then, File | Open and select the mapping file supplied here.
Once the X1 is configured it will work that way until you change the configuration (so you don't need the Controller Editor every time)
It gives you 2 banks of sounds. Switch banks by pressing SHIFT. Note the LEDS light up when you press the buttons!
mrenergy over 9 years ago
dex kent over 11 years ago
Jack Lane over 11 years ago
thebigblaa over 11 years ago
Only the mappings configurations are presented here - not the sounds. When you download any of Mad Zach's Soundpacks and unzip them, they will have a .ALS file {Ableton Live Set} (usually stored inside a folder). Double click the .ALS file to open the sounds/instruments in Ableton.
Jack Lane over 11 years ago
i downloaded some of mad zachs sample packs and when i drag them into the session view the x1 isnt working as a drum pad like in the video, i actually downloaded the same sounds used in the vid above but still having trouble making it work, lemme know if you could help, thanks
Jack Lane over 11 years ago
and the midi in indicator isnt flashing, indicating that live is receiving midi signals
wonderwood over 11 years ago
Hi Jack I'm having similar problems, did you manage to sort this issue?
wonderwood over 11 years ago
I worked it out, thanks.
cristian comito almost 12 years ago
thebigblaa almost 12 years ago
The file should be a .ncc I tested in Chrome downloads fine. In Safari, the downloaded file gets renamed with a .XML extension. So, just rename the file (removing the .XML from the end to leave .NCC)
thebigblaa over 11 years ago
Il file deve essere un. Ncc Ho provato in download Chrome fini. In Safari, il file scaricato viene rinominato con estensione. XML. Quindi, basta rinominare il file (rimuovendo il. XML a partire dalla fine di lasciare. NCC)
thebigblaa over 10 years ago
Correct. You can assign whatever sounds you want. Out of the box the MIDI note messages sent correspond to the notes sent from the MIDI FIGHTER controllers.