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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.

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The Max For Live Curated Collection

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by Fors
FREE
A simple yet powerful analog-inspired mono synth that brings warm retro vibes to any track.
by Dillon Bastan
FREE
A unique collection of creative tools for organic sound design and composition.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A simple ducker device that can be triggered via MIDI.
by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.

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by Iftah
FREE
Play the new Live 12 Suite device Roar's Feedback Note Mode via MIDI notes.
by Fors
€49
Insanely powerful rhythm machine and drum synthesizer with built in sequencer and 5 sound modules.
by Fors
FREE
A simple and fun Karplus-Strong synthesizer that simulates an acoustic plucked string instrument.
by encoder audio
€10
The Precision Master Meter lets you accurately monitor Peak, RMS and Mid/Side levels on your master.
by SABROI
$35
A feature intensive, yet simple step sequencer that is a one stop shop for all your generative and randomization sequencing needs.
by pATCHES
FREE
A simple focus timer to keep you on track while making music.
by Rainbow Circuit
$34
A creative additive synth with novel features to inspire new sounds.
by Manifest Audio
€50.00
What if you could tune your effects to any scale and key, and even play them via MIDI input in real-time?
by Rainbow Circuit
$20
Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.
by monomono
£15
Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A lo-fi sample player inspired by hardware samplers of the 90s.
by GMAudio
A$15
The most advanced precision clipping tool. Control the dynamics of your sound.
by Dillon Bastan
£15
Make drawings to play back samples. Creative sound design at its best.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A digital multi-mode gate audio effect. Play an audio track like a subtractive synthesizer.
by Fors
€15
Create blissful, blurry delays and reverbs.
by monomono
£15
A versatile colourbox, inspired by the classic Studer tape decks. Capture the spirit and character of tape recording.
by encoder audio
€10
A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.
by Fors
€10
Focus on the fundamentals of FM synthesis with this gorgeous, minimalist 2-operator synth.
by Maxime Dangles
FREE
A creative step sequencer inspired by the Make Noise René hardware.
by Incandescent
$27
A powerful and user friendly dynamic EQ for Ableton Live to help you perfect your mixes.
by killihu
FREE
Quickly convert BPM to ms or Hz with a slick interface.
by pATCHES
$20
Mutate, store and interpolate between presets of any device within Live.
by Dillon Bastan
£18
An unconventional sequencer to create unique patterns and progressions.

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by Iftah
FREE
12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.
by Monolake
FREE
A granular audio freezer effect. Creates lush textures out of everything!
by Dillon Bastan
£15
Realtime sample mangler and glitcher that works as an audio effect or instrument.
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.

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