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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Petal

by Rainbow Circuit

$22

A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.

Glänta

by Fors

£15

Focus on the fundamentals of FM synthesis with this gorgeous, minimalist 2-operator synth.

Survey

by pATCHES

$20

Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.

dnkFM

by dnksaus

A Frequency Modulator (FM) audio effect.

Stack Trigger

by Wavefolded

$12

Generate expressive chord progressions and voicings directly inside your clips.

Carver

by Noir Labs

$35

A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.

TransD

by GMAudio

$15

A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.

Manifest Audio MIDI TOOLSET

by Manifest Audio

$46.80

12 creative and powerful MIDI Generators and Transformations for Ableton Live 12.

Snake MIDI Generator

by Maxime Dangles

€3

A creative MIDI Generator based on a prized Eurorack module. Sequence infinite patterns.

Shapeshifter

by Wavefolded

Reshape existing patterns using a variety of techniques.

X-Translate

by Manifest Audio

$29

What if you could transform any sound, sample, or audio source into any other instrument — in real-time?

Curves EQ

by monomono

€21.60

Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.

Live Stretcher

by dnksaus

A real-time audio stretcher effect.

Mod Squad

by Manifest Audio

FREE

15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.

Travelogue

by Novel Music

$39

Generate endlessly evolving patterns, shape them as you like and route them to any sound.

Grain.Freeze

by Monolake

FREE

A granular audio freezer effect. Creates lush textures out of everything!

Catch

by Novel Music

$19

A simple monophonic performance sampler that allows live audio to be captured for instant playback and manipulation.

Crunch

by encoder audio

€10

A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.

Ducker

by GMAudio

$18

Unprecedented control of your sidechaining with a sample-accurate sidechain/ducking tool.

Shards

by dnksaus

A grain delay, inspired by Soundtoys Crystallizer.

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.