Ableton | Softprober

Grab a webcam, download the SoftProber demo, open Ableton Live, and wave hello to your new favorite modulator.

: Ableton offers a 90-day free trial of the full version of Ableton Live Suite , which includes all features, instruments, and effects. softprober ableton

When paired with , SoftProber acts as a virtual MIDI bridge. It watches you move, calculates the X, Y, Z coordinates of your joints (hands, head, torso), and converts those coordinate changes into MIDI CC (Control Change) messages, Note On/Off commands, or even Pitch Bend data. Grab a webcam, download the SoftProber demo, open

In the world of electronic music production, the quest for "human feel" is endless. We spend hours tweaking velocity curves, adjusting groove pools, and mapping MIDI controllers to escape the rigid grid. But what if you could control Ableton Live without touching a knob, fader, or key? What if a simple gesture—a tilt of the head, a wave of the hand, or a shift in posture—could manipulate your synthesizers, effects, and clips? It watches you move, calculates the X, Y,

Cause: Lighting changes or background noise confusing the camera. Fix: Use consistent, diffuse lighting. Wear long sleeves of a contrasting color to your background. For depth sensors (Kinect), ensure there are no mirrors or glass windows in the frame.