XterminatorApps Releases Abletonlive.aaf — Convert AAF Files to Ableton Live Projects
New utility bridges the gap between post-production workflows and Ableton Live
January 2026 — XterminatorApps has released Abletonlive.aaf, a desktop utility for Windows and macOS that converts AAF (Advanced Authoring Format) files directly into Ableton Live projects.
AAF is the industry standard for exchanging audio between DAWs and video editing software, widely used in Pro Tools, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Media Composer, and Audition. However, Ableton Live does not natively support AAF import—until now.
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Key Features:
- Frame-accurate audio clip placement
- Volume automation transfer to Ableton mixer tracks
- Clip gain preservation
- Fade and crossfade handling
- Marker import
- Full timeline structure maintained
Target Workflow: Abletonlive.aaf is designed for post-production engineers, composers, and sound designers who prefer working in Ableton Live but receive projects in AAF format from video editors or Pro Tools users.

How It Works:
- Export AAF from the source application (Pro Tools, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.)
- Open the AAF in Abletonlive.aaf
- Click Convert
- Open the generated .als file in Ableton Live
System Requirements:
- Windows 10/11 (64-bit) or macOS 10.14+
- Ableton Live 10 or later
Pricing & Availability: Abletonlive.aaf is available now for $50 USD (one-time purchase). A free trial with 5 conversions is included. The license covers both Windows and macOS.
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