Max For Live Curated Collection

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

What Is Max For Live?

Doublet

€15

A sleek, powerful synth that takes concepts from FM and Wavetable synthesis.

Roulette

€15

A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.

data.train

£15

Realtime sample mangler and glitcher that works as an audio effect or instrument.

trnr.BitEcho

FREE

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

AS Steps

$35

A feature intensive, yet simple step sequencer that is a one stop shop for all your generative and randomization sequencing needs.

Freesound4Live

€5

Browse, search, listen and download sounds from Freesound.org without leaving Ableton Live.

SnAkE

FREE

A creative step sequencer inspired by the Make Noise René hardware.

Creative Extensions

FREE

8 devices that extend the possibilities of Ableton Live.

Curves EQ

£15

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

Pluck

FREE

A simple and fun Karplus-Strong synthesizer that simulates an acoustic plucked string instrument.

Volume Buddy

$18

A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.

Deviate

FREE

Create endless variations of your MIDI with granular controls.

Crunch

€10

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

X-FX

€50.00

What if you could tune your effects to any scale and key, and even play them via MIDI input in real-time?

MOD SQUAD

FREE

15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.

Shortcut Buddy

$15

An invaluable tool to speed up your workflow. Map a keyboard key or MIDI control to up to 64 Ableton plugins, VST’s/AU’s and effect racks so you can load your favourite devices with a single keystroke or button press.

Squeeze

FREE

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

ClipGain

€4+

A floating window to adjust Clip Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere.

Ferro

€10

A classic cassette deck emulator for that authentic vintage character.

Ducker

A$20

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

Kit

€18

A versatile set of seven experimental devices with engaging visual interfaces that invite you to tune parameters with your ears and lose yourself in sound.

Simpler Buddy

FREE

Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.

TransD

A$20

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

Sequence8

A powerful and effective parameter sequencer that can sequence up to 8 controls simultaneously.

Superberry

€29

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

PIANERB

£16

Its a reverb, but inside a piano. Shape the sound further with detailed controls.

Optocomp

£15

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

Swiss Army Meter

The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.

BPM Converter

FREE

Quickly convert BPM to ms or Hz with a slick interface.

Lambda II

£18

A powerful realtime granular effect with deep control and flexibility.

Additional Info

The Max For Live Curated Collection is a selection of Max For Live devices for use in Ableton Live, chosen for their high quality and creative potential. These are not tools I have made myself, but rather tools I have found in my own search for creative instruments and effects to use in my music making.

There are literally 1000s of Max For Live devices out there, so The Collection is an attempt to highlight what I think are the best devices and developers around.

Disclaimers

The Max For Live Curated Collection includes links to tools made by 3rd parties. While I make every effort to ensure the quality of linked tools, I cannot guarantee that the tools will always work as described nor can I provide support for the tools. Please contact the respective developers directly with additional queries.

Affiliate Links

Some of the entries in the the Max For Live Curated Collection may contain affiliate links and I earn a portion of each sale from a device purchased through an affiliate link. I only include devices that I believe in and will regularly review The Collection and remove any entries that no longer meet my quality standards. Affiliate sales help keep the ELPHNT website and the Max For Live Curated Collection sustainable.

Selection Process

Before including a device in The Collection I will use it extensively in my own music making to ensure it is highly functional and creative in many different situations. I’m an incredibly minimalist producer, so I have a very high standard for tools that make it into my regular workflow. Most of the device in The Collection are tools I’ve used extensively in my music for many years.

If you’re a developer and you think your device should be included in The Collection, reach out using the Contact page and we can go from there.

Max For Live Curated Collection

Additional Info

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