My IMPROVED Hybrid Workflow: SP 404 MK2 - Ableton

Making a Jazz Hop Beat on the SP-404 & Ableton Live

In this video, I break down my hip hop beatmaking workflow using the SP-404MKII and Ableton Live 12. From chopping samples to resampling with effects, exporting chops, and layering drums, I’ll show you how I build smooth jazz hop vibes and gritty boom bap textures step by step.

You’ll see how I:
• Chop jazz samples on the SP-404MKII
• Resample with built-in effects for that classic lofi grit
• Export chops into Ableton Live for sequencing
• Layer drums, bass, and textures to finish the beat

This is my go-to beatmaking workflow for blending live performance on the SP-404MKII with detailed sequencing inside Ableton Live. Whether you’re into lofi beats, boom bap, or jazz hop, this workflow gives you the tools to create your own style.

I had to take a little break from the MPC..... Not that theres anything wrong with it, but I feel like the process became to "samey" and stopped me from digging in deeper to my sound, and after a long break, thats the last thing I need.

However, finding this SP 404 MKII Workflow using the standalone app and Ableton Live 12 feels like a step in the right direction, I hope y'all can give this a try and tell me what you think?

👉 Drop a comment if you use the SP-404MKII or Ableton Live for your hip hop beatmaking!

Chapters:

0:00 - 1:13 - Intro & Beat
1:14 - 2:07 - Ableton Session Short Breakdown
2:08 - 3:00 - Adding SP Effects to Drums
3:01 - 4:30 - Exporting Files With SP 404 MKII APP
4:31 - 6:14 - Prepping Sample Chops on SP 404 MKII
6:15 - 7:36 - Important Tips To Remember
7:37 - 8:07 - Sending Tracks back to SP 404MKII
8:08 - 9:08 - Final Beat and Outro


For more Beatmaking content, click the link below:

   • Beat Breakdowns and Tutorials  


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GEAR IN THIS VIDEO:

MPC ONE
SP404MK2
MPK MINI PLUS
APOLLO TWIN X QUAD
Ipad Air M1 w/ AUM + Koala
Genelec 8010 APM
MPK MINI PLUS
Pioneer PLX-500


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