How do I get Control Surface Studio?

You can download Control Surface Studio from the CSS Installation Page.
You can try it out for free but will first need to purchase CSS in order to generate your scripts into Ableton live.

I get an Error when trying the App

This is easily fixed. Please see the following page for how to fix any installation issues for your operating system: Installation Troubleshooting

Can I use Control Surface Studio without an internet connection?

No, in order to login and generate scripts, an internet connection is required so that you can connect to our servers.

Which versions of Ableton Live does Control Surface Studio work for?

Control Surface Studio can create scripts for Ableton Live 9, 10, 11 and 12 (Intro, Standard and Suite versions).

Can I edit factory/default midi remote scripts with the App

No, only scripts which were originally created using Control Surface Studio can be edited. Note: you will need the json file which comes with the script to do this.

Why does the App in your video tutorials looks different to mine?

We had a major overhaul of the user interface for version 2.8. Although the layout has shifted around, the concepts explained in our videos still remain exactly the same. For more details, this video explains the changes: https://youtu.be/GeMFgf1VRwU?si=_D7YitX8H1eC0skz 

My script isn't working in Ableton Live, what should I do?

If you have generated a script into Ableton live using our App but it isn't showing, there are a few steps to walk through which could be causing this to happen. The best place to start is with our tutorial video on what you can check. 

Can I sell scripts which I create with Control Surface Studio?

Purchasing Control Surface Studio only allows scripts to be used for personal use. If you are looking to sell your scripts, please contact us, including full details about your project.

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