Elevate Your Builds & Transitions

Introducing the Ascent Rack, a powerful washout/uplifter effects rack designed to create massive, dynamic build-ups and transitions with ease. Whether you're producing house, techno, trance, or any genre in the 124-128 BPM range, this rack delivers professional-grade, club-ready results. Even if you’re not producing dance music, this rack works like a charm to build up tension!

Features

✅ Low on CPU – Optimized to keep your session running smoothly.
✅ 100% Native Ableton Live 12 Effects – No third-party plugins needed.
✅ 8 Custom-Built Macros – Designed for high-energy uplifts, risers, and atmospheric washouts.
✅ Perfect for Dance Music – Crafted specifically for house, techno, and trance, but versatile enough for any genre.
✅ Alternative to Plugins Like 'Endless Smile' – Achieve massive, unique washouts directly in Ableton without additional purchases.

How It Works

1. Drop the Rack onto any channel (drums, synths, vocals, master bus – it works on everything!).

2. Use the Macros to dial in the perfect build-up, choosing from a variety of reverbs, delays, filters, and frequency shifts.

3. Automate for Precision – Create evolving, tension-filled moments that take your drops to the next level.

4. Experiment – The macros allow for full creative control, making every washout unique and exciting.

Who Is This For?

🎛 Producers who want massive, high-energy washouts in their tracks.
🔥 Fans of "Endless Smile" who want a similar effect using only Ableton tools.
🎚 Anyone looking for smooth, CPU-friendly build-ups and transitions.

About John Grand

I am a professional music producer, sound designer, and DJ with over 20 years of experience. My work includes releases on labels like Armada, Enhanced Music, Black Hole Recordings, and Euphonic, and I specialize in designing high-quality tools for modern producers.

For more, visit John Grand Linktree

Support My Work

This rack took countless hours to refine—if you enjoy it, please consider supporting by keeping it exclusive to paying users. Every dollar helps me continue creating innovative production tools.

Happy Producing! 🎛️🎶
John Grand