Ableton has just announced Live 12, and users can sign up to be part of the public Beta now at ableton.centercode.com

Live 12 brings some exciting new features including a great new synth called Meld, Roar – a multistage distortion effect – and an update to the popular Max For Live device Granulator.

While a lot about Live 12 will be familiar to existing users, there are a few significant workflow changes that could mean big changes even for regular users. Here are 5 important things you need to know to make the most of Live 12.

00:00:29 – How to get the most from the new browser
00:03:02 – Use the mixer anywhere
00:03:29 – Scales are far more important now
00:05:00 – Generate ideas with MIDI clips
00:06:47 – Tuning vs Scales