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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MIDI Tools Volume One

by Philip Meyer
£70/£45
4 MIDI Generators and 8 MIDI Transformers for Ableton Live 12. Take your MIDI to the next level.

Squeeze

by GMAudio
FREE
Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.

Carver

by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.

Aisles

by Novel Music
$24
A harmonic arpeggiator that creates complex and evolving melodic patterns with ease.

Tape

by monomono
£15
A versatile colourbox, inspired by the classic Studer tape decks. Capture the spirit and character of tape recording.

AS Console

by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.

Volume Buddy

by Noir Labs
$18
A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.

trnr.RetroSampler

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A lo-fi sample player inspired by hardware samplers of the 90s.

Pyr

by Iftah
FREE
12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.

Manifest Audio MIDI TOOLSET

by Manifest Audio
£35
12 creative and powerful MIDI Generators and Transformations for Ableton Live 12.

Superberry

by Fors
€29
A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.

trnr.BitEcho

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
An 80s inspired, modelled digital hardware delay with "pristine" 12 bit/33khz sample resolution.

Creative Extensions

by Ableton, Dillon Bastan
FREE
8 devices that extend the possibilities of Ableton Live.

TransD

by GMAudio
A$20
A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.

Bokeh

by Fors
€15
Create blissful, blurry delays and reverbs.

Petal

by Rainbow Circuit
£29
A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.

Romb

by Fors
FREE
A simple and particularly smooth-sounding reverb transporting any sound to somewhat big or gigantic spaces with ease.

trnr.DmmG

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A digital multi-mode gate audio effect. Play an audio track like a subtractive synthesizer.

Console x8056

by monomono
£48
The ultimate suite for analog-style mixing and summing based on classic British hardware.

Roulette

by Fors
€15
A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.

Control Matrix

by killihu
€9
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.

Ducker

by GMAudio
A$20
Unprecedented control of your sidechaining with a sample-accurate sidechain/ducking tool.

BiP (Bounce In Place)

by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
One-click 'Bounce in Place' for Ableton Live.

Optocomp

by monomono
£15
A vintage-inspired compressor, infused with the warm character of classic gear like the LA-2A.

ClipGain

by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
A floating window to adjust Clip Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere.

Sequence8

by Incandescent
$7
A powerful and effective parameter sequencer that can sequence up to 8 controls simultaneously.

Deviate

by Novel Music
FREE
Create endless variations of your MIDI with granular controls.

PMM Pro

by encoder audio
€10
The Precision Master Meter lets you accurately monitor Peak, RMS and Mid/Side levels on your master.

HiFreqLimiter

by GMAudio
FREE
Control sibilance and tame harshness without sacrificing punch or clarity.

Reference

by Live Workflow Tools
$9
Elegantly compare your song to reference tracks right from within Live.
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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