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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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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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A continuously moving Spectral Filter that turns your sounds into new liquid-like ones.

Liquid Mask

  • by dnksaus
$3
A continuously moving Spectral Filter that turns your sounds into new liquid-like ones.
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A versatile colourbox, inspired by the classic Studer tape decks. Capture the spirit and character of tape recording.

Tape

  • by monomono
$24
A versatile colourbox, inspired by the classic Studer tape decks. Capture the spirit and character of tape recording.
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Modulate anything in Live using an LFO generated from audio samples.

WaveLFO

  • by dnksaus
$3
Modulate anything in Live using an LFO generated from audio samples.
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Carver - A Versatile, Powerful Transient Shaper

Carver

  • by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.
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ESSENTIALS - 5 essential Max For Live tools

ESSENTIALS

  • by ELPHNT
FREE / $20
5 creative Max For Live devices that do one thing, but do it well.
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INSPIR - Creative Inspirations For Music Makers

INSPIR

  • by ELPHNT
FREE / $10
Overcome creative blocks with fresh inspiration and ideas to try.
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Reshape existing patterns using a variety of techniques.

Shapeshifter

  • by Wavefolded
$8
Reshape existing patterns using a variety of techniques.
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Sequence8 - A Powerful Ableton Live Parameter Sequencer

Sequence8

  • by Incandescent
$7
A powerful and effective parameter sequencer that can sequence up to 8 controls simultaneously.
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AS Damage - The ultimate Max For Live device for distortion nerds

AS Damage

  • by SABROI
$20
A super diverse distortion tool. The ultimate device for distortion nerds.
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Ducker - Unprecedented Control Of Your Sidechaining

Ducker

  • by GMAudio
$18
Unprecedented control of your sidechaining with a sample-accurate sidechain/ducking tool.
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A grain delay, inspired by Soundtoys Crystallizer.

Shards

  • by dnksaus
$3
A grain delay, inspired by Soundtoys Crystallizer.
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Control Matrix Max For Live device by killihu

Control Matrix

  • by killihu
$12
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.
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A gate/transient shaper on steroids.

Clix

  • by dnksaus
$3
A gate/transient shaper on steroids.
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Control Ableton Live with motion from your smartphone or smartwatch.

Flowfal

  • by Flowfal
FREE
Control Ableton Live with motion from your smartphone or smartwatch.
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Reshape your sound by simulating and then abusing old digital sampler technology.

Sands

  • by Rainbow Circuit
$22
Reshape your sound by simulating and then abusing old digital sampler technology.
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Gradient Max For Live device by pATCHES

Gradient

  • by pATCHES
$20
Mutate, store and interpolate between presets of any device within Live.
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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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PMM Pro Max For Live device by encoder audio

PMM Pro

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