Lo-Fi MIDI Generator for Ableton Live
Create lo-fi beats in Ableton Live with AI. Generate chill jazz chords and laid-back drums. Perfect for lo-fi producers using Ableton.
Generate Lo-Fi in Ableton Live with AI
MIDI Agent is a powerful Lo-Fi MIDI Generator for Ableton that transforms your beat-making workflow with AI-powered MIDI generation. Whether you're sketching late-night lo-fi beats or crafting intricate chord progressions, this VST3 plugin generates melodies, chord progressions, and full compositions using simple natural language prompts. Perfect for Ableton Live producers, MIDI Agent eliminates writer's block by letting you continue existing MIDI patterns, convert audio samples to MIDI, and iterate quickly with customizable parameters like key, scale, length, and complexity—all without leaving your DAW.
Why Ableton Live for Lo-Fi
Lo-fi beat makers in Ableton Live face constant creative bottlenecks: finding the perfect chord voicing, extending a melodic idea, or transcribing that vinyl sample. MIDI Agent solves these challenges with real-time MIDI generation directly in your workflow. Use natural language prompts to describe the exact vibe you need, drop in MIDI files to generate variations that maintain musical coherence, or convert audio samples to MIDI to extract ideas from your favorite records—turning hours of trial-and-error into minutes of focused creativity.
Powerful AI Music Tools for Ableton Live Lo-Fi
MIDI Agent combines cutting-edge AI technology with intuitive music production tools to enhance your creative workflow.
AI-Powered MIDI Generation
Make music with ChatGPT, Claude, Grok, Gemini, and more. Prompt new music right into your DAW.
- Generate melodies, chord progressions, and full compositions with natural language prompts
- Support for multiple AI providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, DeepSeek, and more
- Customizable generation parameters including key, scale, length, and complexity
- Real-time MIDI generation directly in your DAW workflow
Continue Existing MIDI
Drop in your MIDI files and let AI create variations and continuations. Expand on your musical ideas.
- Extend your existing melodies and progressions with AI assistance
- Generate variations on your themes while maintaining musical coherence
- Overcome creative blocks by letting AI suggest new directions
- Seamlessly blend human creativity with AI-powered suggestions
Audio to MIDI
Drop in audio files and get MIDI transcriptions. Iterate on existing files with AI assistance.
- Convert audio samples to MIDI with intelligent transcription
- Extract musical ideas from recorded performances
- Transcribe complex harmonies and rhythms with AI precision
- Edit and refine transcriptions directly in your DAW
Flexible API Options
Use your own API keys or opt for our managed subscription service. You choose how to power your creative process.
- Connect with your existing API keys from OpenAI, Anthropic, and more
- Option to use our managed subscription for simplified billing
- Transparent usage tracking and cost management
- Seamless switching between different AI providers
How It Works
Getting started with MIDI Agent in Ableton Live is straightforward: install the VST3 plugin, scan for new plugins in Ableton's preferences, then load MIDI Agent onto a MIDI track. From there, use natural language prompts with specific musical directions—describe note patterns, rhythmic instructions, and harmonic elements for best results. Drop in MIDI files to generate variations (start with 1-2 bars and iterate quickly), or use Audio to MIDI conversion with high-quality recordings under 30 seconds. All generated MIDI appears instantly in your DAW for immediate editing and refinement.
Works With Ableton Live
MIDI Agent is compatible with all major digital audio workstations, ensuring seamless integration with your existing setup.
Ableton Live 
FL Studio 
Logic Pro 
Pro Tools AAX support coming soon
Cubase 
Studio One 
Reaper 
Bitwig Studio 
Reason 
GarageBand What Ableton Live Lo-Fi Producers Say
Hear from music producers who use MIDI Agent in their creative workflow.
J. Swinney
Hip Hop Producer
"Best money I've spent on a music vst... a dope way of getting out of beat block."
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about MIDI Agent.
How do I create authentic lo-fi sounds in Ableton with MIDI Agent?
How do I create authentic lo-fi sounds in Ableton with MIDI Agent?
Generate jazzy MIDI with MIDI Agent, then process with Ableton's vinyl distortion, EQ, and time-stretching for that lo-fi aesthetic.
Can MIDI Agent generate imperfect timing for lo-fi drums?
Can MIDI Agent generate imperfect timing for lo-fi drums?
Yes, MIDI Agent creates natural, slightly off-grid patterns that you can enhance with Ableton's groove pool for authentic lo-fi feel.
What's the best workflow for lo-fi hip hop in Ableton with MIDI Agent?
What's the best workflow for lo-fi hip hop in Ableton with MIDI Agent?
Generate chords and melodies with MIDI Agent, add vinyl crackle samples, and use Ableton's warping to create that nostalgic lo-fi vibe.
What is the best AI MIDI generator?
What is the best AI MIDI generator?
MIDI Agent is the leading AI MIDI generator for DAW integration. It's the only VST/AU plugin that combines true LLM-powered generation (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) with bring-your-own-key (BYOK) flexibility and local LLM support. Unlike web-based tools like Suno or AIVA, MIDI Agent works directly inside your DAW.
Can AI generate MIDI files?
Can AI generate MIDI files?
Yes, AI can generate MIDI files. MIDI Agent uses Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Claude to create MIDI data from natural language descriptions. You describe the music you want—melody, chords, bass line, drums—and the AI generates corresponding MIDI that you can edit, assign to any instrument, and use in your productions.
Does MIDI Agent work offline?
Does MIDI Agent work offline?
Yes, MIDI Agent can work offline when using local LLMs through Ollama or LM Studio. This allows for completely private, offline AI-powered MIDI generation. For cloud-based AI providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google Gemini, an internet connection is required.
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