PUSH 3 - Learn It In 1 Hour!

Introduction and Overview00:00:00

Introduction to the Push 3 as a powerful tool for expressive music production, outlining the device's two main interfaces: the display and the pads.

Push 3 Configurations and Settings00:03:52

Explanation of standalone vs. controller modes, MPE expression settings, audio configuration, and connectivity options.

Browsing and Device Management00:09:12

How to navigate sets, add devices using the plus button, swap effects, and use instrument/drum racks to group chains.

Rhythm Sequencing00:15:01

Detailed breakdown of drum rack modes, including loop selector, 16 velocities, and 64-pad mode for expressive beat programming.

Melodic and MPE Performance00:22:26

Utilizing pads for melodies and harmonies, understanding chromatic vs. in-key modes, and leveraging MPE features like pressure, slide, and per-note pitch bend.

Recording and Editing00:32:35

Techniques for real-time MIDI recording, overdubbing, using capture for lost ideas, quantizing, and editing MIDI/audio clips in clip view.

Sampling and Slicing00:41:07

In-depth guide on working with the Simpler instrument, including classic, one-shot, and slice modes, plus converting audio to MIDI or drum racks.

Automation and Mixing00:50:03

How to automate device parameters in real-time, record automation per step in the sequencer, and manage track mixing in mix view.

Session View and Conclusion00:55:12

Overview of session view for live performance, launching clips/scenes, and final thoughts on mastering the Push 3 instrument.