Ableton Live Keyboard - Backlit - For Mac or PC
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The Ableton Live Backlit Keyboard is the ultimate way to edit faster in Ableton Live. You will be able to master the program. Updated for Ableton Live 12 and below
You can spend hours - if not days inside the edit, eyes focused on your bright monitor, so it's important you choose the best tools to help you become more productive than ever before.
A few months back we had a dream of creating the most advanced editing keyboard for Ableton Live, so we put our heads together and worked with thousands of editors just like you from around the world, to come up with the ultimate backlit editing keyboard.
Now for the first time you can edit faster, reduce eye strain with the world's first and only backlit editing keyboard for Ableton Live. You can choose a Mac Ableton Live Keyboard or PC Version.
- Colour grouped shortcuts to help your eyes find the tools
- Edit up to 40% faster than using a standard keyboard, as you'll now have every shortcut!
- Available for Mac and PC
- NEW - Fully compatible with Ableton Live 12 and below.
Buy yours now and transform the way you work in Ableton Live.
For specifications please click the tech specs tab.
Technical Specifications for Backlit Keyboards
Product Dimensions:
Millimeters: 455mm x 140mm x 21mm
or
Inches: 17.91" x 5.51" x 0.83"
Weight:
- 563g
or - 1.24 Lbs
Backlighting:
- 3 levels of backlighting are designed to reduce eye strain.
Connectivity:
USB 2.1 Wired, will also work with any USB-C Adapter (Not included)
Language:
All keyboards are in QWERTY English, however we do offer QWERTZ and AZERTY layouts. Please note for these French and German layouts icon text is still in English, however the keyboard layout is set to the regional variation.
Returns Policy
At Editors Keys, we aim to ensure you are completely satisfied with your purchase. It's very rare we get a return, however If for any reason you are not happy with your purchase, you can return your item(s) under the following conditions:
1. Return Period: You can return your item(s) within 30 days of purchase.
2. Condition: The item(s) must be unused, in the same condition you received them, and in the original packaging. Otherwise your return maybe refused or a restocking fee charged.
3. Non-Returnable Items: Gift cards, downloadable software products, and some health and personal care items cannot be returned.
4. Proof of Purchase: A receipt or proof of purchase is required for all returns.
5. Faulty Items: If the item is faulty, we will cover the return shipping costs and refund the original shipping fees. Please contact us at info@editorskeys.com for instructions.
6. Shipping Costs: Unless the item is faulty, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable.
7. Late Returns: If an item is returned more than 30 days after purchase, we reserve the right to charge a 10% restocking fee. Returns are not
8. Refunds: Once your return is received and inspected, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. Approved refunds will be processed and a credit will be applied to your original method of payment within a certain number of days.
9. Consumer Rights: Under the Consumer Rights Act 2015, you have the right to return faulty goods within 30 days for a full refund. Additionally, under the Consumer Contracts Regulations, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving the goods for a full refund, including standard shipping costs, as long as the item has not already shipped.
10. Exchanges: We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. For exchanges, please contact us at mark.b@editorskeys.com.
11. Gifts: If the item was marked as a gift, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Otherwise, refunds will be issued to the original purchaser.
12. Return Method: To initiate a return, please contact us at info@editorskeys.com for return instructions. Ensure that the items are securely packaged.
13. Handling Refunds: Refunds will be processed within 14 days of receiving the returned item. You will receive an email notification once your refund has been processed.
14. Frequent Returns: We reserve the right to refuse orders from customers who repeatedly return items, as determined at our discretion.
15. Contact Information: For any further assistance, please contact us at info@editorskeys.com or call us at +44 161 818 6262
15. Shipping Address for Returns:
Editors Keys
517-518 Royal Exchange
Manchester GB M2 7EN
United Kingdom
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Destinations: We ship globally to nearly every country around the world. With centres in the USA, the UK, and Europe, our shipping is lightning fast! We used the most reliable couriers to ensure your deliveries are handled with great care.
- Delivery costs and estimated transit time:
United States:
For the USA we use UPS and Royal Mail
Standard Shipping for Keyboard Covers
5-15 working days: $3.99
Express Shipping for Keyboard Covers
1-4 working days: $14.99
Standard Shipping for all other products
5-15 working days: $14.99
Express Shipping for all other products
1-4 working days: $29.99
United Kingdom:
For the UK we use Royal Mail, DPD and Evri
Standard Shipping for all products
2-5 working days: £3.99
Express Shipping for all products
1-2 working days: £6.99
Europe:
For Europe we use Royal Mail, Evri and DPD
Standard Shipping for all products
2-5 working days, starting at €4.99
Express Shipping for all products
1-2 working days: Starting at €9.99
*For European orders we advise you add a product to checkout and use our estimate delivery based on your address for the most accurate delivery costs.
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You’ll see the correct VAT rate for your country during checkout.
Your parcel will not incur additional VAT charges on arrival.
This helps avoid delays and unexpected fees at the border.
📦 Orders Over €150
For orders above €150, IOSS cannot be used.
VAT is not charged at checkout.
Your local customs authority will collect VAT (and any applicable duties) when the parcel enters your country.
The courier may charge a small handling fee for processing customs payments.
Rest of world.
For the Rest of World we use DPD, UPS and Royal Mail
Standard Shipping for Keyboard Covers
5-15 working days: From $4.99
Express Shipping for Keyboard Covers
1-4 working days: From $15.99
Standard Shipping for all other products
5-15 working days: From $6.99
Express Shipping for all other products
1-4 working days: From $16.99
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Helping me learn Ableton...
Just love this keyboard improvements to
Mworkflow very happy customer.
I remember back in 2013,there only being these kjnds of keyboards available for Pro Tools. Im glad theyre available for every major DAW now. I like the adjuatable brightness or you can choose ro turn the backlight off. It is laeger than a nirmal keyboard so thats a definate plus also. I have the Ableton Live right now and I also use Reason,so ai plan on eventually getting one for Reason as well, anyone who wants to be studio level speed wfficient,you need to know youre shortcuts and rhis is a great way to learn them and burn them into your skull.
A keyboard specific for Ableton makes a lot of sense, no more post it notes or remembering shortcuts. It’s all in front of you. The size is also notable if this is limited in your workspace. The backlit helps in less well lit locations. So all in all a smart, high quality item.
Great keyboard for learning Abelton.
Looks great built to last and not only speeds up my workflow but introduces me to a world of new shortcuts.
I love it
Best ableton keyboard pf all me !!!
Beautiful!
It would be great to have it in Swiss French QWERTZ / Windows 😉
A decent enough keyboard but not great compared to an Apple product on key press etc, at nearly 300 euros delivered in the EU seems way over priced.
Excellent build quality, fast shipping, easy setup and feels great when working in the studio or using it for everyday task. The keyboard shortcuts have sped up my workflow and made it easier to remember key commands and build muscle memory when working in Ableton Live.
Construction is top notch and solid. Looked terrific but could not get it to hook up with my PC Audio RokBox. Worked with my home office desktop as a test so know the unit worked. Tried everything with both help of Editor’s Keys and PC Audio but no luck. Killed me to return it as an incredible product and from what I have heard, my experience is very unusual with system not being able to connect. Huge fan of Editors Keys — they spent a ton of time trying to make this work! Would heartily recommend!
Great team at Editors Keys!
Perfect keyboard for Ableton. Wireless, backlight and no dongles required. Awesome
This keyboard is amazing!! I have been using a standard keyboard with stickers on the keys for the shortcuts but this is next level. The grouping of the similar shortcuts to colours is inspired!! Love it.
Works well and was delivered in a timely manner.
The Editors Keys Ableton Live Backlit Keyboard is well made,comfortably lit and the chiclet keys have a tactile familiarity for someone who wants a recognizable tool. Shortcut groups are colored and
labeled intuitively. No more squinting to find a key and no more eye-strain during those long studio sessions.
If your using Ableton Live this Keyboard is a great help for learning the keyboard commands. Would recommend it to anyone.