Worlde Kx76hc Ableton tutorial - connect, setup & midi map

Worlde's Kx76hc is an exceptionally flexible midi keyboard and is a powerful tool when is used with Ableton Live. This midi keyboard has a plethora of features, making it perfect for Ableton Live.

This tutorial will show you the whole process of how to operate the Worlde Kx76hc with Ableton Live. It will cover the steps of connecting, setting up and midi mapping the Kx76hc.

Article Contents

Does the Worlde Kx76hc work with Ableton Live?
Does the Worlde Kx76hc come with ableton Live included?
How to connect the Kx76hc to ableton
How to midi map the Worlde Kx76hc in Ableton Live
The Limitations of midi mapping the Kx76hc
Why can’t I hear my Push in Ableton Live?

Does the Worlde Kx76hc work with Ableton Live?

In short, yes, the Worlde Kx76hc is compatible with Ableton Live.

Although Ableton Live does not come with a MIDI remote script, the Kx76hc can still be mapped to many of the software's functions.

All versions of Ableton Live, from Intro to Suite, are able to be utilized in collaboration with any equipment that sends MIDI data. This is applicable to all releases of Live, such as 9, 10, and 11. As the Kx76hc is a MIDI enabled tool, it will be completely compatible with Ableton Live.

You can easily create midi mappings for Ableton, allowing you to access many functions of Ableton Live with your Kx76hc.

Does the Worlde Kx76hc come with ableton Live included?

The Kx76hc doesn’t come with a copy of Ableton Live Lite, so this would need to be purchased separately.

There are three main versions with Ableton Live: Intro, Standard and Suite. Though Intro and Standard are both comprehensive, Suite offers much more, such as 70GB of library sounds, in comparison to Standard's 10GB.

For those who want to guarantee they have access to the largest selection of Audio and MIDI effects, we suggest investing in Ableton Live Suite, as it has a much larger selection than the Standard edition.

How to connect the Kx76hc to ableton

Linking the Worlde Kx76hc to Ableton Live is a simple process, and when you have them connected you can control the software's parameters from your midi keyboard.

1. Connect the Kx76hc to your computer via USB.
First, connect the USB cable to both the Kx76hc 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 Kx76hc from the list of available devices.
Click the the MIDI Sync tab, make sure that Input and Output for the Kx76hc 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 Kx76hc (Sync can also be optionally checked).

Set up of the Kx76hc with Ableton Live is now complete.

How to midi map the akai mpk mini in Ableton Live

After linking up the Worlde Kx76hc to Ableton Live using the steps provided, you can now assign the physical buttons, pads, keys etc on the device to specific functions within Ableton Live via MIDI mapping as follows:

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 Kx76hc, such as a knob or fader.
4. The parameter you selected is now mapped to the physical control which you moved on the Kx76hc.
5. Moving the physical control on your Kx76hc 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 Kx76hc

Ableton's midi mapping system provides a great way to quickly customize your Kx76hc, though it does have a few limitations to be mindful of...

Saving your Kx76hc Midi Mappings is cumbersome

Be aware that when saving your mappings, they will be stored with the Ableton session. Therefore, starting a new session will require you to re-map your controls.

Ableton MIDI mappings are one-to-one

A one-to-one MIDI mapping indicates that each control on your Kx76hc is capable of controlling only one parameter in Ableton Live.

Limited Ableton parameter options to map to

Unfortunately, Ableton's internal midi mapping mode does not include every control options, options such as selected track control and selected device control unfortunately aren't possible. You can view a comprehensive list of all Ableton midi mapping options here.

We have a great solution to these problems

If you're looking to get the most out of your Kx76hc, 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 Kx76hc's mappings across all of your Ableton Live sessions,
- map multiple Ableton parameters to a single control on your Kx76hc,
- access many more Ableton parameter controls for your Kx76hc, 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 Kx76hc in Ableton Live?

There are several possible causes:
1. Make sure that the Kx76hc is connected properly to your computer via USB and that the cable is not damaged.
2. Make sure that the Kx76hc is selected as your audio input and output device in your audio settings.
3. Make sure that the correct driver is installed for the Kx76hc.
4. Make sure that the Kx76hc is selected as the input device in Ableton's MIDI Preferences.