Hey man, live the video and vibes in general. Did you ever get round to making other videos about the midimix, how to route etc. Would love a bit more detail. Thanks again, learned much. Peace out!
Inspiring to see. I bounce between Dub Techno and Dub. I often blend elements of both and have been trying to figure out a good setup with a good controller to get a more Spontanious feel. Right now I record in a few send effects and then edit the controller info.
Nice set up with the Akai MidiMix, I am looking at buying a controller soon leaning towards Nektar Panorama P1. Would be interested to see some more production tutorials on how you put together your Steppa tracks. Boom!
Hey, I'm just getting started with Ableton and the Midimix, and I cannot assign the Return C knob when I go from tracks 1-8 to 9-whatever. I map the knob but then, for instance, I end up controlling track 9 and 1 Return C at the same time. Do you have any clue? Thanks!!
imressive dub lesson, thanks a lot! you'd make a YT course teaching dub stuff...we all need it! Could you tell something about sand B/C of track 1 and sand A/B of the last track? What you put on them?
Great suggestion! On this mix I think track 1 A is reverb rtn volume, B is reverb rtn filter, C is short delay time. Track 9 I think it's A echo send for vocal, B verb send, C long delay feedback. I'm gonna try to make some more detailed videos soon if people will find it useful. Keep dubbing.
@@AlphaSteppa thanks for your answer. Then...Waiting for you Dub Mixing Course!!! I’ll sit in the first line: think about it because I think I’ll be not the only one. And what you think about stems (not files but the zip packed with 8 audio track ready to mix, as Prince Fatty did on his site) ? I read on a forum you produced, but I never found them. Could you suggest a site where we can find them? It’d also be a great help and power up for us at the start line! Bless
Thanks for sharing!! I have no idea of mixing and videos like this one are great for learning. I really appreciate your contribution to musical culture. Your last album is a masterpiece!
Hey, great video and it has prompted me to get a midimix. After playing around a bit with some self recorded tracks, there's something I can't get my head round.. The mixer, and many more expensive mixers all seem to have 2 or maybe 3 effects sends /returns... So how would I have more effects, say delay, reverb, modulation, reverb with say a phaser or different types of delay and be able to apply them to any given track with only 2 sends. I must be missing something obvious. Any help would be awesome. Thanks
Hi Harry, you can bank with this controller, but I also use another method... I put 2 groups of fx per send, then assign a button to toggle one group off and the other on, so I can quickly change fx without altering the mapping. For example I'll have a spring reverb and a plate reverb on the same send and toggle between them during the mix. You could also buy a controller with more pots 🙌shantea make something similar but much bigger, highly recommended
@@AlphaSteppa thanks man. The toggle groups idea will keep me going for quite a while until I build my skills and ideas. That Shantea mixer looks like my next step up 👍
Yes looking forward! these are very helfull, I'd be especially interested in how you set up your effects in ableton. if you're not using Vst's that is. Big up Alpha steppa!!!!
@@AlphaSteppa I have bought an akai midimix to use in ableton but I don't know how to do dub reggae ... I would like to know how to do it using ableton. I am a beginner. Thanks a lot...
Awesome video man, I just came across this. I am working toward doing my own dub mix for a Reggae artist I am working with. I use ableton and am in the process of getting that midimix. I tried to download that template but wasn't able to. Is it still available to download? If not, can you post it so we can download it...Thanks
Nice video, need more like this! Can you make a video with the Earth Rocker Reverb? I can't have a good one at home, probably miss something Anyone use the Akai Midimix with Reason 5? Thanks!
Great video and a few years old now so fingers crossed I get a reply cos this is doing my swede in. Ok - Question - How do I record my fx send/return changes onto an audio track in Live (I'm using 10.3 atm ). It records the audio fine but has none of the send fx on it!! I have looked all over the net for answers to this and been fruitless so far. it doesn't matter whether I have the sends Pre- or Post, nowt changes...I'm hoping that maybe they will turn up on the Master when I collect and Export but who knows?!! Any help would be massively appreciated. One Love to all
@@AlphaSteppa Thanks for reply. Sadly that hasn't seemed to make a difference. I wonder if it's a quirk of later updates as I could it no problem in Live 9!? To be a bit clearer what I've been trying to do is take say, my snare channel and records it's output to a fresh audio track whilst manipulating the aux. Standard Dub practice of course but for some reason the recorded audio is still coming back without fx. Sorry to drone on but this is obviously a big deal as a dubbist ; cheers
@@patkelly3966 I think this would depend on your audio interface, but an easier option could be to just record the automation you want then export that one track > file export > [either solo track or select snare when exporting], then you can save the snare with fx and import back into the project.
Bless up King ! I have been trying to set the faders maximum level to 0db and not +12db from Ableton regardless of what controller or is it depending on the controller?
Yeah, what a nice session! I would have a question regarding your audio processing when preparing multi-channel live dub sets like yours. Do you stem master each track (Kick, Snare, Hats/Percussion/Chop/Skank etc.) when preparing a live set? In general, what would your recommendations be when trying to create a coherent (in terms of volume and dynamics) sounding set with multiple tracks? Big up and keep the work up! :-)
Great job!! I've a question, is it possible to have a DJ controler and this Akai MidiMix working together ? In order to be able to make nice transition while using those effects?
This video is great - good work... have you tried using the Novation Launch XL?? Im tempted but wondering if you're using the Akai Midimix as a preference?
Hi dude, quick question. I have the midimix set up for a sweet dub setup. However, if i turn my fader down on say chops buss, it all goes quiet. It looks like your delays etc over ride the fader. How are you doing this? I use studio one, but the principle should be the same. Big thanks. Hope your enjoying the summer man.
Hey, thanks for the comment. I haven't used studio one, but are you using sends/returns? This is the best way to mix dub, you can then send the parts of the song you like to the FX channels and when you mute the effects continue independently and in parallel. Dub it!
Quick question. Does the midimix automatically map to vst's that you are using within Ableton? I was previously using an APC mkii and it just picked everything up no problem. Just wondering if this doe the same thing?
Sweet vid! I'm going for a setup like this soon, at least until I have funds for a desk and some guitar pedals. couple of questions: 1 - how are you controlling amount to 4 sends, do you have a seperate controller? 2 - did you produce this, or you found stems somewhere? 3- A lot of people have said the controller is not the most comfortable to use, it's cheap so I wouldn't expect anything superior in quality, but what's your opinion? would you recommend forking out another £50 for a novation Launch control for example? 4 - are you using a seperate controller to alter settings within your fx? again, really nice Dub, like it a lot! link me if you have soundcloud etc.
1 - the sends are controlled using the dials, row 1 is return 1 (echo), row 2 is return 2 (reverb) and row 3 is return 3 (short delay)2 - yes I produced this3- I’ve tried them all, and even though this is the cheapest, it’s the most reliable, yes it’s small but it doesn’t take long to get used to, and even though it’s plastic, the plastic is durable and lightweight, which is great for travel. There are surprisingly few midi mixers on the market, I’m still waiting for a proper 16 channel mixer which would be great for studio work.4 - A few of the dials which are unused (for example you don’t need fx on the kick), so instead I use those dials to tweak fx, I have delay time, delay feedback, reverb filter and reverb volume.- I’ll make a tutorial soon on how to midi map the whole thing, it’s pretty simple!
Just ordered this precious and I must wait till next week... Already have an mpk225. Hope to see you on this years ReggaeCamp again in Hungary Bless for your work !!!
dude just google how to midimap in ableton its one of the most simple things, just click an the map button on the top right part of screen,then click which parameter you want to control in ableton,then move the phisical knob or fader on your midicontroler and voila.
Is there a way to lock the last channel 8 on the Midimix to stick to the Delay Send Channel? I love to feed the Delay Send into the Delay Channel, but i cant see how to do that with this setup. Thanks
Greetings! I'm a legally blind musician/producer/singer from Switzerland. I'm really interested in adding dub mixes in my live performaNces. Could you please describe me the full mapping of your MidiMix (I also own one), please? Can't see the video 'cause of my vision impairments. BLESSED LOVE & NUFF RESPECT! PS Love Alpha Steppa productions and consciousness.
Greetings and love, I'm gonna make a template and put a link in the description to this video. Are you using ableton live? If it's easier we can speak on the phone or in person next time I'm in Switzerland. One love.
Here it is! www.steppas.com/downloads/steppas-live-dub-mix-template.als it's simplified for the Akai MIDI Mix, you can drop in your stems and give it a try, faders are volume, master being bass in this case, mutes are mutes, knob row one sends to delay return, row two to reverb and row three to phaser. For channel 1, the sends aren't needed for the kick, so I've assigned them to (from top to bottom) delay feedback, delay time, reverb filter. That's it! You can change the FX in the returns for your own, and add more returns if you want more mixing options. You can also add multiple stems for different songs, and use this template for a live dub mixing set. Happy mixing.
@@AlphaSteppa Thank you sooo much!!! I'll contact you on FB messenger to let you know how it worked and maybe to share some productions. I really appreciate your help and kindness! LOVE AND RESPECT
Nice demo, thanx !!! Can't see what you assigned on the master... send fx? Hello to Alphamily: we met each other at Brixton and after at UNOD same year.(little French guy), I'm a friend of Control Tower Autorized Dealer ;) See Ya !!!
Can anyone tell me how to reset the memory on a live mix to start over fresh on same track? If I mess up and start over it keeps doing the same thing (mix) over and I have tried everything... Pretty frustrating
@@mrfeenix1 yes I think I figured out how to reset that but now cant figure out why when I drag and drop 2 different files they dont playback real time. It speeds up or slows one down.... Lol
@@jaheyes3188 Check your WARP settings for long files in preferences . I have mine off and change them manually if needed otherwise Ableton will auto warp the tracks to your globel tempo.. that might be the problem :)
![Alpha Steppa - Cheera (A Side/ B Side) [DUBPL8-011]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/kFXG9j-6Z1c/mqdefault.jpg)
You can download this riddim and stems in the new steppas riddim store 💚 riddimstore.com/
Dm me on instagram (@alphasteppa) for the membership link 🙏🙏🙏
I have rarely heard such a beautiful dub artwork as this, often I stop the car to listen to it. Thanks Alpha Steppa 🙏🏻
Thanks for listening💚💚💚
You should Start a Video Podcast teaching that !! I would Subscribe instantly! Big up Ben!
SAME!
Yeah!
Great video! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Yes I, more please. I'm inspired watching dub mixing! Give thanks!
Hey man, live the video and vibes in general. Did you ever get round to making other videos about the midimix, how to route etc.
Would love a bit more detail.
Thanks again, learned much. Peace out!
thank you, I'll try to post some new tutorials soon, big up
Thanks a lot for this man.. I have small soundsystem and synthesizer drummaschine Studio. But now I start with PC 💻 thanks. Mr. Steppa.. Big up
Inspiring to see. I bounce between Dub Techno and Dub. I often blend elements of both and have been trying to figure out a good setup with a good controller to get a more Spontanious feel. Right now I record in a few send effects and then edit the controller info.
Nice, the possibilities are really endless 😃
Awesome! Fantastic ! Great work with the Midimix and great sound, Jah Bless.
Thanks for listening
Nice set up with the Akai MidiMix, I am looking at buying a controller soon leaning towards Nektar Panorama P1. Would be interested to see some more production tutorials on how you put together your Steppa tracks. Boom!
thanks! will try to post some tutorials soon
Awesome point of view :) People need more! Bless!
Thanx, for template!!!! Bless!!!
No problem!
yeah I have the akai midimix and it is really cool. Great video & tune !! BiG uP !!
Hey, I'm just getting started with Ableton and the Midimix, and I cannot assign the Return C knob when I go from tracks 1-8 to 9-whatever. I map the knob but then, for instance, I end up controlling track 9 and 1 Return C at the same time. Do you have any clue? Thanks!!
imressive dub lesson, thanks a lot! you'd make a YT course teaching dub stuff...we all need it!
Could you tell something about sand B/C of track 1 and sand A/B of the last track? What you put on them?
Great suggestion!
On this mix I think track 1 A is reverb rtn volume, B is reverb rtn filter, C is short delay time.
Track 9 I think it's A echo send for vocal, B verb send, C long delay feedback.
I'm gonna try to make some more detailed videos soon if people will find it useful.
Keep dubbing.
@@AlphaSteppa thanks for your answer.
Then...Waiting for you Dub Mixing Course!!! I’ll sit in the first line: think about it because I think I’ll be not the only one.
And what you think about stems (not files but the zip packed with 8 audio track ready to mix, as Prince Fatty did on his site) ?
I read on a forum you produced, but I never found them.
Could you suggest a site where we can find them?
It’d also be a great help and power up for us at the start line!
Bless
Thanks a lot for sharing this!
thanks for the template!
No problem! 🙏
hey how you control the feedback of the delays? nice set up and riddim Magnifique!! midi mix🥰!!
Hey Ben, I'd appreciate a word or two about the 'Earth Rocker Reverb' formula
Sure, will make a separate video for FX
@@AlphaSteppa Still waiting :D
Thanks for sharing!! I have no idea of mixing and videos like this one are great for learning. I really appreciate your contribution to musical culture. Your last album is a masterpiece!
Could you show us the devices you use (echo, short delay and reverb)?
Sure, will make a separate video!
@@AlphaSteppa it would be very usefull!
@@AlphaSteppa did you happen to make that video? couldn't find it on youtube... thanks
@@almaaaaaa5193 Interested to know what was used.
Nice!!! Are you also recording the live jam in arrangement mode? Every time I try to do that it doesn’t record my fader automations. Any tips? Thanks
You need to arm the automation, it's a little button at the top that looks like to dots connected. 💚🖤🤍
@@AlphaSteppa Thank you!!
The river is flowing
Hey, great video and it has prompted me to get a midimix. After playing around a bit with some self recorded tracks, there's something I can't get my head round.. The mixer, and many more expensive mixers all seem to have 2 or maybe 3 effects sends /returns... So how would I have more effects, say delay, reverb, modulation, reverb with say a phaser or different types of delay and be able to apply them to any given track with only 2 sends. I must be missing something obvious. Any help would be awesome. Thanks
Hi Harry, you can bank with this controller, but I also use another method... I put 2 groups of fx per send, then assign a button to toggle one group off and the other on, so I can quickly change fx without altering the mapping. For example I'll have a spring reverb and a plate reverb on the same send and toggle between them during the mix. You could also buy a controller with more pots 🙌shantea make something similar but much bigger, highly recommended
@@AlphaSteppa thanks man. The toggle groups idea will keep me going for quite a while until I build my skills and ideas. That Shantea mixer looks like my next step up 👍
Great video!! Thank you ! When can we hope the nexts? Your work is amazing ! Big up from France
More tutorials coming soon! :D
Big Up Alpha Steppa
Yes looking forward! these are very helfull, I'd be especially interested in how you set up your effects in ableton. if you're not using Vst's that is. Big up Alpha steppa!!!!
Nice tutorial
could you make a video about music production?😬
yes new series coming soon! one love
Please,
Can you make a tutorial on how you do everything?
Thanks
Hey sergio, sure I will, there have been too many requests not to! 💚 what do you want to know?
@@AlphaSteppa I have bought an akai midimix to use in ableton but I don't know how to do dub reggae ... I would like to know how to do it using ableton.
I am a beginner.
Thanks a lot...
Awesome video man, I just came across this. I am working toward doing my own dub mix for a Reggae artist I am working with. I use ableton and am in the process of getting that midimix. I tried to download that template but wasn't able to. Is it still available to download? If not, can you post it so we can download it...Thanks
Thanks nick, I've just updated the link 🙏 happy mixing bro!
Nice video, need more like this!
Can you make a video with the Earth Rocker Reverb? I can't have a good one at home, probably miss something
Anyone use the Akai Midimix with Reason 5?
Thanks!
Yes I'll upload some tutorials soon! Blessss
Great! thanks!
Great video and a few years old now so fingers crossed I get a reply cos this is doing my swede in. Ok - Question - How do I record my fx send/return changes onto an audio track in Live (I'm using 10.3 atm ). It records the audio fine but has none of the send fx on it!! I have looked all over the net for answers to this and been fruitless so far. it doesn't matter whether I have the sends Pre- or Post, nowt changes...I'm hoping that maybe they will turn up on the Master when I collect and Export but who knows?!! Any help would be massively appreciated. One Love to all
Hi pat, you need to make sure to arm the automation, it's a button near the top of the daw, respect!
@@AlphaSteppa Thanks for reply. Sadly that hasn't seemed to make a difference. I wonder if it's a quirk of later updates as I could it no problem in Live 9!? To be a bit clearer what I've been trying to do is take say, my snare channel and records it's output to a fresh audio track whilst manipulating the aux. Standard Dub practice of course but for some reason the recorded audio is still coming back without fx. Sorry to drone on but this is obviously a big deal as a dubbist ; cheers
@@patkelly3966 I think this would depend on your audio interface, but an easier option could be to just record the automation you want then export that one track > file export > [either solo track or select snare when exporting], then you can save the snare with fx and import back into the project.
Have you tried write mode on the fx tracks? Worked for me in studio one
nice one. proofs once more its the ear not the gear. great new album btw!
Big ups from NZ. Great u sharing the knowledge & inspiring to see you using a very similar set-up to mine...Hope u make it back here some day!
Awesome! 🙏😁❤️
Thanks for watching ❤️
Bless up King ! I have been trying to set the faders maximum level to 0db and not +12db from Ableton regardless of what controller or is it depending on the controller?
You can do this in MIDI settings, you'll find it in the left panel when you activate MIDI mapping
merci beaucoup
Sweet video. Thanks for uploading :)
Yeah, what a nice session! I would have a question regarding your audio processing when preparing multi-channel live dub sets like yours. Do you stem master each track (Kick, Snare, Hats/Percussion/Chop/Skank etc.) when preparing a live set? In general, what would your recommendations be when trying to create a coherent (in terms of volume and dynamics) sounding set with multiple tracks?
Big up and keep the work up! :-)
yes precisely, just make sure your productions are consistently high quality and your set will follow :)
how do you map the faders to a specific value ? as in faders on your midi are all the way up but they dont go over 0 in session.
In the MIDI MAP settings change the max value from 6db to 0db ;)
Thanks for the fast reply. seeya on the 26th in zagreb, will be a wild one. Respect :)
Great job!! I've a question, is it possible to have a DJ controler and this Akai MidiMix working together ? In order to be able to make nice transition while using those effects?
Yes it is possible
This is SLAYYYAAAA🔥🔥🔥
respect joe
@@AlphaSteppado you have any sample kits of ur own to recommend or plugins that you always use? NIce one Big Man
Greatings King, really love your long delay feedback, what VST is it ?
Thanks a lot, I think the long delay in this mix is the ableton stock delay! 😃
This video is great - good work... have you tried using the Novation Launch XL?? Im tempted but wondering if you're using the Akai Midimix as a preference?
They're basically the same, but the midimix is a bit smaller which makes it slightly better for travel!
nice1 keep em coming A steppa
Alpha steppa 3rd kingdom ?
This is nice man! Thank you very much! 🔥
Big up, more to come soon!
excellent
good job _ good vybzzzzz
Hi dude, quick question. I have the midimix set up for a sweet dub setup. However, if i turn my fader down on say chops buss, it all goes quiet. It looks like your delays etc over ride the fader. How are you doing this? I use studio one, but the principle should be the same. Big thanks. Hope your enjoying the summer man.
Hey, thanks for the comment. I haven't used studio one, but are you using sends/returns? This is the best way to mix dub, you can then send the parts of the song you like to the FX channels and when you mute the effects continue independently and in parallel. Dub it!
Right oh, its the mutes. They don't work with Studio one, nor the lights. Glad to have an explanation. Thanks for getting back to me man.
can you pass the agbleton sesh please?
Quick question. Does the midimix automatically map to vst's that you are using within Ableton? I was previously using an APC mkii and it just picked everything up no problem. Just wondering if this doe the same thing?
Yes it does, but I prefer to map myself for full control
Sweet vid! I'm going for a setup like this soon, at least until I have funds for a desk and some guitar pedals. couple of questions:
1 - how are you controlling amount to 4 sends, do you have a seperate controller?
2 - did you produce this, or you found stems somewhere?
3- A lot of people have said the controller is not the most comfortable to use, it's cheap so I wouldn't expect anything superior in quality, but what's your opinion? would you recommend forking out another £50 for a novation Launch control for example?
4 - are you using a seperate controller to alter settings within your fx?
again, really nice Dub, like it a lot! link me if you have soundcloud etc.
Would love to hear a reply on this, have exactly the same questions! Thank you!
1 - the sends are controlled using the dials, row 1 is return 1 (echo), row 2 is return 2 (reverb) and row 3 is return 3 (short delay)2 - yes I produced this3- I’ve tried them all, and even though this is the cheapest, it’s the most reliable, yes it’s small but it doesn’t take long to get used to, and even though it’s plastic, the plastic is durable and lightweight, which is great for travel. There are surprisingly few midi mixers on the market, I’m still waiting for a proper 16 channel mixer which would be great for studio work.4 - A few of the dials which are unused (for example you don’t need fx on the kick), so instead I use those dials to tweak fx, I have delay time, delay feedback, reverb filter and reverb volume.- I’ll make a tutorial soon on how to midi map the whole thing, it’s pretty simple!
Thank you!!!
Just ordered this precious and I must wait till next week...
Already have an mpk225.
Hope to see you on this years ReggaeCamp again in Hungary
Bless for your work !!!
dude just google how to midimap in ableton its one of the most simple things, just click an the map button on the top right part of screen,then click which parameter you want to control in ableton,then move the phisical knob or fader on your midicontroler and voila.
Is there a way to lock the last channel 8 on the Midimix to stick to the Delay Send Channel? I love to feed the Delay Send into the Delay Channel, but i cant see how to do that with this setup. Thanks
Yes you can, I usually use the top right pot for delay>delay send, just 'cause I'm used to it 🙌
Where can I find multi tracks to mix?
Thanks
I've had a lot of requests for stems, I'll make a stems project soon, meanwhile check out Don Fe's patreon stems project www.patreon.com/donfe
This was cool man. Not near enough into dub as I would like to be. Yet. ✌🏼
Get to it 💚💚💚 dubbing is a must
Greetings!
I'm a legally blind musician/producer/singer from Switzerland.
I'm really interested in adding dub mixes in my live performaNces.
Could you please describe me the full mapping of your MidiMix (I also own one), please?
Can't see the video 'cause of my vision impairments.
BLESSED LOVE & NUFF RESPECT!
PS Love Alpha Steppa productions and consciousness.
Greetings and love, I'm gonna make a template and put a link in the description to this video. Are you using ableton live? If it's easier we can speak on the phone or in person next time I'm in Switzerland. One love.
Here it is! www.steppas.com/downloads/steppas-live-dub-mix-template.als it's simplified for the Akai MIDI Mix, you can drop in your stems and give it a try, faders are volume, master being bass in this case, mutes are mutes, knob row one sends to delay return, row two to reverb and row three to phaser. For channel 1, the sends aren't needed for the kick, so I've assigned them to (from top to bottom) delay feedback, delay time, reverb filter. That's it! You can change the FX in the returns for your own, and add more returns if you want more mixing options. You can also add multiple stems for different songs, and use this template for a live dub mixing set. Happy mixing.
@@AlphaSteppa Thank you sooo much!!!
I'll contact you on FB messenger to let you know how it worked and maybe to share some productions.
I really appreciate your help and kindness!
LOVE AND RESPECT
Just got this midi mix, how did you record the audio ?
I use Ableton Live
Nice demo, thanx !!!
Can't see what you assigned on the master... send fx?
Hello to Alphamily: we met each other at Brixton and after at UNOD same year.(little French guy), I'm a friend of Control Tower Autorized Dealer ;) See Ya !!!
its bass volume on maser ;]
@@TheSmokeNNN Thx
Can I use any music for that?
For sure!
@@AlphaSteppa how do I put each instrument in a channel?
How do you record this live?
You just need to arm and record the automation 👍
Great job ! What's the name of the original song ? :)
Alpha Steppa - Mek We March (ft. Cologne)
Yes I!
yaaars Ben
Can anyone tell me how to reset the memory on a live mix to start over fresh on same track? If I mess up and start over it keeps doing the same thing (mix) over and I have tried everything... Pretty frustrating
Hello, do you mean the automation?
@@mrfeenix1 yes I think I figured out how to reset that but now cant figure out why when I drag and drop 2 different files they dont playback real time. It speeds up or slows one down.... Lol
@@jaheyes3188 Check your WARP settings for long files in preferences . I have mine off and change them manually if needed otherwise Ableton will auto warp the tracks to your globel tempo.. that might be the problem :)
@@mrfeenix1 thanks!!!!
Big up the ableton live heads! 👊
Where did rou take all samples like this for mixing
everything is produced in the studio
Ta
нихуёвенько!
Just showing off no show and tell get off the air man
why is it that rock is exclusive but they are allowed to tap our cultures?