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14-day money back guarantee included if product is not activated
You can purchase from Gear4music with complete confidence and peace of mind. All of our digital products come with a 14-day money-back guarantee as standard.
If you decide you don't want your order, you can return it within 14 days of receiving it. Provided your product hasn't been activated in that time, you can exchange it for a different product, or get a refund.
We will only issue a new product or refund if the supplier confirms that your product has not been activated. At the same time, we will ask them to invalidate it so that it cannot be used in the future.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
For more information, please refer to our Returns and Refunds Information.
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
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Key Features
Ableton Live 12 Standard is a digital audio workstation crafted for musicians and producers who thrive on innovation and creativity. This edition introduces cutting-edge instruments like Meld, Roar, and Granulator III, enhancing your sound design toolkit with 42 audio and 13 MIDI effects. Boasting unlimited ultra-high quality 32-bit/192 kHz tracks and MIDI tracks alongside high-calibre multitrack recording and detailed MIDI sequencing makes it a powerhouse for any project size.
Central to Ableton 12 Standard is an intuitive, re-designed interface which promotes seamless workflow transitions from studio to stage. Live 12 Standard excels in live performance with its MIDI-mappable controls and automatic hardware controller mapping, all MPE compatible for nuanced expression. Advanced MIDI editing tools and global tuning adjustments provide the precision needed to push musical boundaries further.
Ableton Live 12 Standard embraces inclusivity with comprehensive screen reader support, making it accessible to visually impaired users. This commitment to accessibility ensures that the software is a versatile tool for all creators, enabling them to explore their musical potential without limitations.
IMPORTANT - Proof of eligibility will be required to activate this software, please check below if you are eligible for this educational discount.
Product Ref: 293237
Please check your eligibility below before you purchase this product. You are eligible for an educational discount if you are:
University/college students—Students enrolled at a higher education institution defined as an accredited, government-recognized public or private university or college (including community, junior, or vocational college) that grants degrees and/or certificates.
Faculty and staff—Teachers and staff employed by an accredited, government-recognized public or private primary or secondary school, local education authority, or public or private university or college, for-profit career/vocational schools that grant degrees and/or certificates, and schools for instrumental instruction/tuition.
Homeschool teachers—Teachers as defined by local homeschooling regulations detailed on this HSLDA State Laws webpage.
Secondary school students—Students enrolled at an accredited, government-recognized public or private secondary school providing full-time instruction.
Homeschooled secondary students—Secondary students schooled at home, as defined by local regulations detailed on this HSLDA State Laws webpage.
Ableton Live 12.1 introduces powerful new tools and enhancements for music creation. The Auto Shift device offers real-time pitch correction, MIDI sidechain harmonisation, and modulation with MPE or LFOs. Drum Sampler combines essential one-shot sampling controls with built-in effects like 8-Bit, time stretch, FM, and more for quick, creative beat manipulation. Sample management is faster with auto-tagging for samples under 60 seconds and metadata-based tagging for VST3 plugins. Upgraded Limiter features smoother release curves, Mid/Side routing, and new modes like True Peak and Maximize, while Saturator gains a Bass Shaper curve and streamlined UI. MIDI editing gets a boost with toolbar filters for precise note selection and new MPE Transformations – Glissando and LFO – for advanced parameter shaping. Push 2 and 3 users can save Default and Template Sets, use Macro Variations, and enjoy integrated filtering and auto-tagging. Additionally, Live 12.1 includes MIDI Tools by Philip Meyer, providing creative rhythm and melody generators, and Sequencers by Ableton, offering innovative step sequencing with tools like StepArp, SQ, and Rhythmic Steps for evolving patterns and polyrhythms. This update empowers users to work more intuitively, creatively, and efficiently.
Ableton Live 12 Standard transforms your creative visions into stunning musical projects with its versatile workflow options, comprehensive toolset, and endless possibilities for sound creation. Whether quickly sketching out ideas in Session View or delving into detailed arrangements in Arrangement View, Live 12 Standard seamlessly aligns with your workflow, capturing every subtle expression or spontaneous vocal performance. Enhance your tracks with the advanced comping feature and MIDI improvements to achieve perfection in every note.
Dive into a world of sound exploration with Live 12 Standard's broad range of sound design tools. From the depths of wavetable synthesis to the expressive nuances of FM, subtractive, granular, and analog-modeling synthesis, Live 12 Standard invites you to uncover new sonic territories. The addition of Roar and Meld, two of the suite’s innovative devices, allows for intricate saturation layers and expressive synthesis, supported by a versatile collection of sampling tools and effects. The Core Library, augmented by the exclusive Lost and Found collection, Performance Pack, and Sound Oracle's drum packs, provides a foundation for infinite sound exploration.
Ableton Live 12 Standard redefines the art of live performance, offering unparalleled control over your music with flexible MIDI mapping and extensive Macro knob customization. Craft dynamic transitions, integrate external equipment, and remix tracks on the fly, all while maintaining flawless interaction with your audience. Live 12 Standard is the quintessential performance tool for DJs, bands, and live performers of all genres, equipped with tempo-following and advanced FX capabilities to revolutionize your stage presence.
Live 12 Standard extends beyond the conventional digital audio workstation, connecting you to a vast musical ecosystem. Integrate any MIDI controller, including those that are MPE-compatible, for detailed and expressive performances. Leverage Ableton Link to synchronize with numerous apps and devices, ensuring tight collaboration in every session. The Note iOS app becomes an extension of your creativity, allowing you to capture ideas wherever inspiration strikes and seamlessly bring them into Live.
