Kit-Maker for Ableton Live 12

Kit-Maker is a workflow extension built using the open Ableton Live 12 Extensions SDK. It provides an intuitive interface to instantly generate custom Drum Racks by randomizing samples arranged in the standard General MIDI (GM) drum kit note map.

Whether you need inspiration from vintage hardware or modern styles, Kit-Maker populates your drum pads with a single click.

Features

• Algorithmic Randomization: Generate drum kits inspired by classic drum machines (TR-808, TR-909, TR-606) or modern styles like Hip-Hop and Trap.
• Pad Locking System: Individually lock specific drum pads to keep your favorite sounds while randomizing the remaining pads.
• General MIDI Standard Alignment: Automatically maps elements (Acoustic Bass Drum, Snare, Claps, Hi-Hats, Toms) to their correct MIDI note coordinates.
• Native Integration: Runs directly inside Ableton Live as a lightweight, floating extension UI panel.

System Requirements

• DAW: Ableton Live 12 Suite (Public Beta version 12.4.5 or later).
• Note: Standard, Intro, or Lite editions do not support the Extensions SDK.

Installation

1. Download the latest release (Kit-Maker.ablx) from the Releases tab.
2. Launch Ableton Live 12 Beta.
3. Open Settings / Preferences and navigate to the Extensions tab.
4. Drag and drop the Kit-Maker.ablx file directly into the Extensions pane.
5. Restart Ableton Live.

How to Use

1. Create or select a MIDI Track in your Session or Arrangement view.
2. Right-click on the MIDI track header.
3. Navigate to Extensions in the context menu and select Kit-Maker: Open.
4. Use the interface to customize your sound settings, lock preferred pads, and hit generate.
5. The extension will automatically construct and load a fresh Drum Rack directly onto your track!

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.