Dubstep Course - Ableton Live F.A.Q.

Is the Dubstep course suitable for beginners?

No. Dubstep classes and lessons require that you have some music production experience with Ableton Live.

What software do I need to take the Dubstep class?

• Web browser: We recommend using Firefox (Mac & PC) - www.mozilla.com
• Macromedia Flash Player - http://www.adobe.com
• Apple QuickTime - For Mac - For Windows
• Ableton Live 8 (highly recommended) or Live 7.

What hardware do I need to take the Dubstep class?

Mac Users

• Mac OS X v10.4.11 minimum (10.5 or later recommended)
• Power Mac G4/G5 1.8 GHz Minimum (Intel Mac recommended)
• 2GB RAM (4GB recommended)
• USB port
• A MIDI Controller keyboard

PC Users

• Windows XP (home or Pro), Windows Vista or Windows 7
• 2 GHz Pentium® 4 or Celeron® compatible CPU or faster (multicore CPU recommended)
• 2 GB RAM (4 GB recommended on Windows Vista and Windows 7)
• USB port
• A MIDI Controller keyboard

Is the Dubstep Course accredited?

Point Blank has been teaching music courses for over a decade and we are an approved Education Partner for Ableton Live. You can learn more on the Ableton website here Each student who completes the course will receive certification from Point Blank.

What support do I get on the Dubstep Course?

Throughout your course you will be supported in your training by a professional music producer. You will be able to contact him 24/7 via the student forum and raise any issues that you may encounter on your Dubstep course. All of the tutors are highly experienced in making music with Ableton Live and will be able to offer valuable advice and guidance. You will also be able to particpate in a weekly online masterclass where you can raise specific questions related to the functions and features in Ableton Live.