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Max For Live Curated Collection

A meticulously curated collection of the best Max For Live devices around — handpicked to inspire your next production. Browse the collection below.

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A Frequency Modulator (FM) audio effect.

dnkFM

  • by dnksaus
$3
A Frequency Modulator (FM) audio effect.
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Wirelessly control any Ableton Live parameters with your phone in real-time.

A0.gest

  • by Aleph Null
FREE
Wirelessly control any Ableton Live parameters with your phone in real-time.
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Surgeon - Precision Sculpting Audio Filter

Surgeon

  • by encoder audio
€10
A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.
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Staircase Max For Live device by Novel Music

Staircase

  • by Novel Music
$19
Use sequencers, probability, and MIDI data to modulate any mappable parameter in Live.
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Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.

Squeeze

  • by GMAudio
FREE
Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.
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Create ready-to-use drum patterns directly into your clips.

Drum Trigger

  • by Wavefolded
$12
Create ready-to-use drum patterns directly into your clips.
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Simpler Tuner analyzes the audio of your sample directly and retunes Ableton’s Simpler so everything plays in key.

Simpler Tuner

  • by Live Workflow Tools
$14
Simpler Tuner analyzes the audio of your sample directly and retunes Ableton’s Simpler so everything plays in key.
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A step-sequenced volume shaper, great for creating instant rhythms on whatever track you drop it on.

Auto Gate

  • by dnksaus
$5
A step-sequenced volume shaper, great for creating instant rhythms on whatever track you drop it on.
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TransD - Creative Max For Live Transient Shaper

TransD

  • by GMAudio
$15
A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.
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AS Console - Analog Console Channel Strip

AS Console

  • by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.
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Mojo - Colour Your Tracks With The Sound Of Vintage Devices

Mojo

  • by encoder audio
€10
Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.
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Turn single notes into rich, dynamic chords. Explore harmonies, spark ideas and perform expressive progressions.

Expressive Chords

  • by Ableton
FREE
Turn single notes into rich, dynamic chords. Explore harmonies, spark ideas and perform expressive progressions.
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Lode Max For Live device by Fors

Lode

  • by Fors
FREE
A simple yet powerful analog-inspired mono synth that brings warm retro vibes to any track.
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Crunch - Hardware Crunch Emulator

Crunch

  • by encoder audio
€10
A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.
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Ferro - Classic Cassette Deck Emulator

Ferro

  • by encoder audio
€10
A classic cassette deck emulator for that authentic vintage character.
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MOD SQUAD - 15 Unique Modulators

Mod Squad

  • by Manifest Audio
FREE
15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.
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Generate new ideas and take control of complex patterns.

Sequencers

  • by Ableton
FREE
Generate new ideas and take control of complex patterns.
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Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.

Simpler Buddy

  • by Yraki
FREE
Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.
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BPM Converter - Quickly Convert BPM to ms or Hz

BPM Converter

  • by killihu
FREE
Quickly convert BPM to ms or Hz with a slick interface.
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Duckling Max For Live device by Ternär Music Technology

Duckling

  • by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A simple ducker device that can be triggered via MIDI.
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Additional Info

The Max For Live Curated Collection is a hand-picked selection of high-quality, creatively inspiring Max For Live devices for use in Ableton Live. These aren’t tools I’ve made — they’re devices I’ve discovered while exploring the vast ecosystem of Max for Live.

With thousands of devices out there, this collection is my way of highlighting the best — tools that stand out for their sound, design and creative potential.

Disclaimers

The Max For Live Curated Collection includes links to third-party tools. While I do my best to ensure everything listed is high quality, I can’t guarantee that every device will always work as expected — and I’m not able to offer support for them. If you run into issues, please contact the original developer directly.

Affiliate Links

Some entries in the collection use affiliate links, which means I earn a small percentage if you make a purchase. I only include tools I genuinely believe in and use myself. I also regularly review and remove entries that no longer meet my standards. Affiliate sales help keep both the ELPHNT website and the Curated Collection sustainable — thank you for the support.

Selection Process

Every device in the collection is something I’ve tested and used extensively in my own music. I’m a minimalist producer with a high standard for tools — so if something makes it into my workflow, it’s because it’s truly useful, creative and well made. If you’re a developer and think your device belongs here, feel free to reach out via the Contact page — I’d love to check it out.

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