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Master Pitch Pro by Killihu

WHAT IF YOU COULD TRANSPOSE YOUR ENTIRE PROJECT WITH A SINGLE KNOB?

Master Pitch Pro allows you to globally transpose MIDI and audio within your Ableton Live project, offering seamless control over pitch adjustments.

With support for both native and third-party pitch-shifting plugins, it provides flexible transposition ranges and high-quality audio manipulation for precise and creative sound design.

Inside you’ll find:

  • Master control device with -24 to +24 semitone range and floating window support
  • MIDI transposition module for comprehensive note-level control
  • Native device integration with Auto Shift, Pitch Hack, and Shifter—automatic linking included
  • Third-party plugin support for AUPitch, Kilohearts Pitch Shifter, and Pitch Monster
  • Individual offset controls for layered transposition relationships
  • Automatic value distribution to all connected devices across your project
  • Adjustable Min/Max controls for plugins with non-standard ranges
  • Works seamlessly with Drum Racks and complex routing setups

Transpose your entire project with surgical precision—Master Pitch Pro puts global pitch control at your fingertips.


USER GUIDE: Master Pitch Pro 1.1
master pitch pro by killihu
master pitch pro by killihu

Master Pitch Pro by Killihu

WHAT IF YOU COULD TRANSPOSE YOUR ENTIRE PROJECT WITH A SINGLE KNOB?

Master Pitch Pro allows you to globally transpose MIDI and audio within your Ableton Live project, offering seamless control over pitch adjustments.

With support for both native and third-party pitch-shifting plugins, it provides flexible transposition ranges and high-quality audio manipulation for precise and creative sound design.

Inside you’ll find:

  • Master control device with -24 to +24 semitone range and floating window support
  • MIDI transposition module for comprehensive note-level control
  • Native device integration with Auto Shift, Pitch Hack, and Shifter—automatic linking included
  • Third-party plugin support for AUPitch, Kilohearts Pitch Shifter, and Pitch Monster
  • Individual offset controls for layered transposition relationships
  • Automatic value distribution to all connected devices across your project
  • Adjustable Min/Max controls for plugins with non-standard ranges
  • Works seamlessly with Drum Racks and complex routing setups

Transpose your entire project with surgical precision—Master Pitch Pro puts global pitch control at your fingertips.


USER GUIDE: Master Pitch Pro 1.1

Additional information

MaxforLive

Control Devices
Ableton Live Compatibility

Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive, Ableton Live 12 Suite
Min. Requirements

Ableton Live Standard 12 with MaxforLive Installed or Ableton Live Suite 12
OS

Mac, Windows
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This is the master device that controls the other devices. It sends the transposition value that the other devices (Track, Device and Map) will use. It can be placed on any track, although it is most convenient to place it on the Main track. It can be displayed in a floating window using the Float button (which can be mapped)
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The transposition range is from -24 semitones to +24 semitones. It can be adjusted with the knob (which can be mapped) or via the -/+ buttons. Every time one of the devices (Track, Device and Map) is inserted into the project, it receives the transposition value set on the Master Pitch Pro device automatically. If for some reason the value is not received correctly, you can use the Resend button to send it again.
This device transposes MIDI notes that pass through it. It is designed for use on MIDI tracks. The most common place of use is at the beginning of the track's effects chain. For use in Drum Racks, an instance of the device must be placed in each of the rack's chains.
master pitch pro by killihu
The Offset control offers the possibility of an extra transposition. This is not necessary on MIDI tracks as the Pitch device included in Live can be used for this. But since audio transposing devices have this control, it is also included in this device.
This device is designed to control the following Live devices: Auto Shift, Pitch Hack and Shifter. Inserting it before one of those three devices will automatically link it. For Auto Shift it links to the Pitch control. For Pitch Hack it links to the Interval control. For Shifter it links to the Coarse control.
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The Link button is only needed to link devices in the following cases: - If you insert Master Pitch Pro (Device) first and then one of the three devices mentioned above. - If you change the position of Master Pitch Pro (Device) in the project to control a different device than the one currently linked.
This device is designed to control AU/VST plugins. Such as AUPitch or Kilohearts Pitch Shifter.Use the Map button on the device to control the Pitch parameter of AU/VST plugins. This will apply global transposition to the plugins.
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For some AU/VST plugins with ranges other than -24/+24, it is possible to use the Min and Max controls on the device to adjust the transposition range. For example for Devious Machines Pitch Monster the Min control should be set to 33% to properly control the plugin's transposition.

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May 3, 2025
Brian Funk
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Simple and effective. Adds a fun new way to mess with sound!

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Master Pitch Pro by Killihu

Overview & Inspiration

Master Pitch Pro allows you to globally transpose MIDI and audio within your Ableton Live project, offering seamless control over pitch adjustments across your entire session.

Whether you’re experimenting with key changes, creating alternate versions of your tracks, or transposing performances in real time, Master Pitch Pro provides the flexibility to shift everything at once—or fine-tune individual elements with precision.

Features & Highlights

Master Control Device – Place the master device on any track (typically the Main track) and control global transposition from -24 to +24 semitones. All connected devices receive the transposition value automatically.

MIDI Transposition (Track) – Insert the Track device on MIDI tracks to transpose incoming notes. Works seamlessly at the start of your effects chain and supports Drum Rack chains for comprehensive control.

Native Device Integration (Device) – Automatically links with Ableton Live’s Auto Shift, Pitch Hack, and Shifter devices. Simply place the Device module before these effects and it connects instantly—no manual mapping required.

Third-Party Plugin Support (Map) – Control AU/VST plugins like Apple AUPitch, Kilohearts Pitch Shifter, and Devious Machines Pitch Monster. The Map device includes Min/Max controls to accommodate different plugin ranges for precise transposition.

Offset Control – Add individual transposition offsets to any track or device for layered pitch relationships while maintaining global control.

Float & Resend Functions – Display the master device in a floating window for easy access, and use the Resend button to refresh transposition values across all connected devices if needed.

Flexible Range Compatibility – Works with plugins using -12/+12 or -24/+24 semitone ranges, with adjustable controls for other ranges.

How to Use

Start by placing the Master Pitch Pro device on your Main track or any convenient location. Adjust the transposition knob or use the +/- buttons to set your global pitch shift. The Float button lets you keep the controls visible in a separate window.

For MIDI tracks, insert Master Pitch Pro (Track) at the beginning of your effects chain. Each instance automatically receives the master transposition value and can be further adjusted with its Offset control.

On audio tracks using Ableton’s native pitch devices, place Master Pitch Pro (Device) before Auto Shift, Pitch Hack, or Shifter—the connection happens automatically. Use the Link button only if you need to reconnect after reordering devices.

To control third-party pitch plugins, add Master Pitch Pro (Map) to the track, click the Map button, then click the pitch parameter on your plugin. Adjust Min/Max controls if the plugin uses a non-standard range.

Ideal For

  • Live performers who need instant key changes during sets
  • Producers exploring different keys and tonal variations of their arrangements
  • Composers working with orchestral or ensemble arrangements requiring global transposition
  • Remixers and DJs adjusting tracks to match keys for harmonic mixing
  • Sound designers creating pitch-shifted variations for creative exploration
  • Anyone who needs precise, project-wide pitch control without manual adjustments

What’s Included

  • Master Pitch Pro (Master Control Device)
  • Master Pitch Pro (Track) – MIDI transposition module
  • Master Pitch Pro (Device) – Native device integration module
  • Master Pitch Pro (Map) – Third-party plugin control module
  • Comprehensive user guide with setup instructions and workflow tips

Requirements

  • Ableton Live 12 Standard with MaxforLive or Ableton Live 12 Suite
  • Compatible with Windows and Mac

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Frequently Asked Questions

A: Master Pitch Pro is a MaxforLive control device that lets you globally transpose MIDI and audio in your Live Set. It includes dedicated modules to handle Live-native pitch devices and third-party plugins.

A: Master Pitch Pro (Map) allows users to map and control pitch-shifting parameters in AU/VST plugins such as AUPitch, Kilohearts Pitch Shifter, and others.

A: Master Pitch Pro requires Ableton Live 12 with MaxforLive installed. It is compatible with both Windows and macOS.

A: MaxforLive is a platform that integrates with Ableton Live, allowing users to create or use custom instruments, effects, and control devices. It comes with Ableton Live Suite or can be purchased separately via your Ableton.com account if you’re using Live Standard.

Important Information

v1.2.2 Bugfixes:

– Fixed pitchbend control in MPE version.

v1.2 New features and improvements:

– Added support for MPE.

v1.1.1 Bugfixes:

– Previously, the Offset control of the Master Pitch Pro (Track) device did not work.

v1.1 New features and improvements:

– Modified GUI to adapt to the new rack design in Live version 12.2, does not change the operation of the device.

v1.0 – Initial release – April 2025

Our Products are generally provided as Zip file downloads which in all cases will need to be extracted and saved to your hard drive prior to installation. Details on the different file type provided and what to do with them are below.

.alp Files – These are Ableton Live Packs and will either install directly into the Packs Section of the browser of Ableton Live or ask you to save them to your hard drive. For packs that install to the library, when you double click on them you will see a pop up window asking you to confirm that installation is ok as the files are described as “Legacy”. This is fine and you are ok to proceed, the packs are created using the format for an earlier version of Live and so remain compatible with the current version.

.amxd files – These are individual MaxforLive Devices and can be stored anywhere on your hard drive. We’d advise creating a folder for them and then adding that folder as a location within the Places section of Lives Browser.

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