Ableton Move firmware

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sampler groovebox

Latest firmware: 2.1.0

2.1.0released 25 Aug 2026

What's new in 2.1.0

Move 2.1.0 introduces three major features: the ability to bounce MIDI and audio clips to audio format, support for various time signatures (4/4, 5/4, 3/4, 11/8, etc.), and mono recording capability for instruments like guitars. The update also resolves audio clicking issues during sample loop playback and adds new drum rack presets and sliced loop samples.

Last checked 11 Sep 2026

Download 2.1.0 from Abletonopens in a new tab — ableton.com

How to update the Ableton Move

Update via Wi-Fi: go to Settings > Update on the device. Or connect via USB-C and open http://move.local in a browser to update via Move Manager (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge supported).

What you need

Move Manager — the software Ableton uses to load firmware onto the Ableton Move. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Ableton Move

The Ableton Move is updated with Move Manager, published by Ableton.

Download Move Manager from Abletonopens in a new tab — ableton.com

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Ableton Move firmware update history

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 2.1.0 — 25 Aug 2026

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — ableton.com

Version 2.0.5 — 25 Jun 2026

New Features and Improvements: A clip launch is now deferred to the next quantization point when it is triggered too close to the current one for the transition to be faded properly. Small Core Library update: Corrected settings for two presets: Delay/Tape Warble + Phaser-Flanger/Doubler Default. Bugfixes: Renaming a folder with a dot in the name no longer returns an error. When Move has no sets, the Move Manager shows an upload button on the Sets page.
Release notesopens in a new tab — ableton.com

Version 2.0.0 — 5 May 2026

Move 2.0.0 (May 5, 2026): Major update introducing audio tracks alongside MIDI tracks, new audio effects (Erosion and Auto Shift), and Link Audio streaming capabilities. Previous release was Move 1.8.5 (January 27, 2026).
Release notesopens in a new tab — ableton.com

Version 1.8.5 — 27 Jan 2026

Move 1.8.5 (January 27, 2026). Bugfixes: Fixed sample-loading issues near memory limit; improved sample loading when switching between Sets; fixed Move-needs-reboot bug when a sample previously failed to load. Small Core Library improvements: Drum Samplers in KUCKA Drum Racks now use exactly 100% Sample Length as default; all Drum Samplers in Drum Racks now have Envelope Follows Pitch on by default.
Release notesopens in a new tab — ableton.com

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Ableton Move manual & official pages

Ableton Move firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Ableton Move?

The latest firmware for the Ableton Move is version 2.1.0, released on 25 Aug 2026. FW//RADAR last checked Ableton's official page on 11 Sep 2026.

How do I update the Ableton Move?

Update via Wi-Fi: go to Settings > Update on the device. Or connect via USB-C and open http://move.local in a browser to update via Move Manager (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge supported). Full instructions on Ableton's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Ableton Move?

You need Move Manager, available from Ableton's support site.

Where can I download Ableton Move firmware and drivers?

Directly from Ableton's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Ableton Move manual?

The official Ableton user manual is a PDF hosted on ableton.com. Ableton Move user manual (PDF) →

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