Behringer Cmd Mm 1 Ableton tutorial - connect, setup & midi map

Behringer's Cmd Mm 1 is an exceptionally flexible midi DJ controller and is a powerful tool when is used with Ableton Live. This midi DJ controller has a plethora of features, making it perfect for Ableton Live.

In this tutorial you will learn everything you need to know about using the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 with Ableton Live. including how to connect, setup and midi map the Cmd Mm 1.

Article Contents

1. Does the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 work with Ableton Live?
2. Does the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 come with ableton Live included?
3. How to connect the Cmd Mm 1 to ableton
4. How to midi map the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 in Ableton Live
5. The Limitations of midi mapping the Cmd Mm 1
   1. Saving your Cmd Mm 1 Midi Mappings is cumbersome
   2. Ableton MIDI mappings are one-to-one
   3. Limited Ableton parameter options to map to
   4. A great solution to these problems
6. Why can’t I hear my Push in Ableton Live?

Does the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 work with Ableton Live?

To put it briefly, the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 is compatible with Ableton Live.

Despite the lack of a default MIDI remote script existing within Ableton Live, it is still possible to midi map the Cmd Mm 1 to a variety of functions.

All editions of Ableton Live, from Intro to Suite, can be used with any device that sends out MIDI data. This is the case for all versions of Live, 9, 10, or 11. Seeing as the Cmd Mm 1 is a MIDI capable device, it is fully suited to function with Ableton Live.

You can easily create midi mappings for Ableton, allowing you to access many functions of Ableton Live with your Cmd Mm 1.

Does the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 come with ableton Live included?

Ableton Live Lite isn't included with the Cmd Mm 1, so this must be bought separately.

There are three main versions of Ableton Live: Intro, Standard and Suite. Although Intro and Standard are both powerful, Suite offers extra features, such as 70GB of library sounds, in contrast to Standard's 10GB.

If you're looking to make sure you have the full range of Audio and MIDI effects, we suggest you go with Ableton Live Suite, as it has far more than the Standard edition.

How to connect the Cmd Mm 1 to ableton

Connecting and setting up the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 with Ableton Live is a simple task, after they're connected you'll be able to adjust the software's parameters from your midi DJ controller.

1. Connect the Cmd Mm 1 to your computer via USB.
First, connect the USB cable to both the Cmd Mm 1 and your computer.
2. Launch Ableton Live and open the MIDI preferences.
Double click the Ableton Live icon to launch the software. Then, in the top menu of Ableton, go to the Preferences menu by opening the ‘Live’ menu and clicking ‘Preferences’.
3. Select the Cmd Mm 1 from the list of available devices.
Click the the MIDI Sync tab, make sure that Input and Output for the Cmd Mm 1 are checked.
4. Ensure that the ‘Track’, ‘Remote’ and ‘Sync’ boxes are all checked.
In the ‘MIDI’ section of this tab, make sure the ‘Track’ and ‘Remote’ boxes are checked for both the Input and Output of the Cmd Mm 1 (Sync can also be optionally checked).

The Cmd Mm 1 has been configured and is now ready for use with Ableton Live.

How to midi map the akai mpk mini in Ableton Live

Once you have connected the Behringer Cmd Mm 1 to Ableton Live by following the steps above, you can now MIDI map the physical buttons, pads, keys etc on the device to the corresponding functions in Ableton Live by doing the following:

1. Select the MIDI Map Mode button in the top right corner of the Live window. The button should turn orange, indicating that the MIDI Map Mode is enabled.
2. Select the parameter you wish to control in Ableton by clicking it with the cursor, the parameter will become highlighted.
3. Move a control on the Cmd Mm 1, such as a knob or fader.
4. The parameter you selected is now mapped to the physical control which you moved on the Cmd Mm 1.
5. Moving the physical control on your Cmd Mm 1 will now move the position of the corresponding parameter in Ableton.
6. Repeat steps 2 - 4 for any other parameters you wish to map.
7. When you’re finished mapping, press the MIDI Map Mode button again to disable it.

The Limitations of midi mapping the Cmd Mm 1

With Ableton's midi mapping system, you can swiftly map your Cmd Mm 1, however, you must be aware of a few restrictions...

Saving your Cmd Mm 1 Midi Mappings is cumbersome

Mappings are saved along with your Ableton session. Therefore, if a new session is created, you must re-map all of your controls.

Ableton MIDI mappings are one-to-one

A one-to-one MIDI mapping means that each control on your Cmd Mm 1 can only be assigned to a single Ableton Live parameter.

Limited Ableton parameter options to map to

When using Ableton's internal midi mapping mode, unfortunately now all options are available, controls such as selected track and selected device control aren't currently possible. View a full list of Ableton midi mapping options here.

We have a great solution to these problems

If you're looking to get the most out of your Cmd Mm 1, our Ableton Midi Script Creator tool 'Control Surface Studio' is exactly what you need!
With it, you'll be able to:
- save and re-use your Cmd Mm 1's mappings across all of your Ableton Live sessions,
- map multiple Ableton parameters to a single control on your Cmd Mm 1,
- access many more Ableton parameter controls for your Cmd Mm 1, than Live's internal midi mapping mode allows.

Learn more about Control Surface Studio and see how it can help you by clicking here!

FAQ / Troubleshooting

Why can't I hear my Cmd Mm 1 in Ableton Live?

There are several possible causes:
1. Make sure that the Cmd Mm 1 is connected properly to your computer via USB and that the cable is not damaged.
2. Make sure that the Cmd Mm 1 is selected as your audio input and output device in your audio settings.
3. Make sure that the correct driver is installed for the Cmd Mm 1.
4. Make sure that the Cmd Mm 1 is selected as the input device in Ableton's MIDI Preferences.