M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv Ableton tutorial – connect, setup & midi map

The M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv is a highly versatile midi controller and is a powerful instrument when used in combination with Ableton Live. This midi keyboard has a great selection of features that make it perfect for your Ableton Live setup.

In this tutorial you will learn everything you need to know about using the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv with Ableton Live. including how to connect, setup and midi map the Oxygen 25 Mkv.

Article Contents

  1. Does the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv work with Ableton Live?
  2. Does the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv come with ableton Live included?
  3. How to connect the Oxygen 25 Mkv to ableton
  4. How to midi map the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv in Ableton Live
  5. The Limitations of midi mapping the Oxygen 25 Mkv
    1. Saving your Oxygen 25 Mkv 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 M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv work with Ableton Live?

In a nutshell, the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv is able to work fully with Ableton Live.

Out of the box, the Oxygen 25 Mkv has a midi remote script that is compatible with Ableton Live, so once you connect it (check the section below for more info) it is ready to go.

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 Oxygen 25 Mkv is a MIDI capable device, it is fully suited to function with Ableton Live.

Creating your own midi mappings in Ableton is simple, and gives you the ability to control a variety of Ableton Live’s components with your Oxygen 25 Mkv.

Does the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv come with ableton Live included?

With the Oxygen 25 Mkv you get a free copy of Ableton Live Lite, but its features are not nearly as comprehensive as those of Ableton Live Standard or Suite.

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.

For those seeking the full range of Audio and MIDI effects, we highly suggest purchasing Ableton Live Suite, as it offers significantly more than the Standard edition.

How to connect the Oxygen 25 Mkv to ableton

Connecting the M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv with Ableton Live is pretty simple, and when the two are linked you’ll be able to adjust the software’s parameters from your midi keyboard.

1. Connect the Oxygen 25 Mkv to your computer via USB.
First, connect the USB cable to both the Oxygen 25 Mkv 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 Oxygen 25 Mkv from the list of available devices.
Click the the MIDI Sync tab, make sure that Input and Output for the Oxygen 25 Mkv are checked.
4. Ensure that the proper ‘Track’, ‘Remote’ and ‘Sync’ boxes are checked for both input and output.

  • Track: When checked, this allows MIDI notes and CC messages to be sent/received.
  • Sync: This option enables MIDI clock syncing between Ableton live and the external device.
  • Remote: Allows external MIDI controllers to remotely control parameters within Ableton Live.

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In the ‘MIDI’ section of this tab, make sure the ‘Track’ and ‘Remote’ boxes are checked for both the Input and Output of the Oxygen 25 Mkv (Sync can also be optionally checked).

The Oxygen 25 Mkv 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 M Audio Oxygen 25 Mkv 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 Oxygen 25 Mkv, such as a knob or fader.
4. The parameter you selected is now mapped to the physical control which you moved on the Oxygen 25 Mkv.
5. Moving the physical control on your Oxygen 25 Mkv 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 Oxygen 25 Mkv

Ableton’s midi mapping system provides a great way to quickly customize your Oxygen 25 Mkv, though it does have a few limitations to be mindful of…

Saving your Oxygen 25 Mkv Midi Mappings is cumbersome

Saving your mappings can be a problem as mappings are saved with an Ableton session, so if you start a new session you will need to re-map your controls again.

Ableton MIDI mappings are one-to-one

A one-to-one MIDI mapping means that each control on your Oxygen 25 Mkv can only be assigned to a single Ableton Live parameter.

Limited Ableton parameter options to map to

Unfortunately, Ableton’s internal midi mapping mode does not provide every control option, so options such as controlling the selected track or selected device aren’t possible. A full list of Ableton midi mapping options can be found here.

We have a great solution to these problems

If you’re looking to get the most out of your Oxygen 25 Mkv, 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 Oxygen 25 Mkv’s mappings across all of your Ableton Live sessions,
– map multiple Ableton parameters to a single control on your Oxygen 25 Mkv,
– access many more Ableton parameter controls for your Oxygen 25 Mkv, 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 Oxygen 25 Mkv in Ableton Live?

There are several possible causes:
1. Make sure that the Oxygen 25 Mkv is connected properly to your computer via USB and that the cable is not damaged.
2. Make sure that the Oxygen 25 Mkv is selected as your audio input and output device in your audio settings.
3. Make sure that the correct driver is installed for the Oxygen 25 Mkv.
4. Make sure that the Oxygen 25 Mkv is selected as the input device in Ableton’s MIDI Preferences.