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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 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 encoder audio
€10
Map MIDI notes to trigger parameter modulation anywhere in Live.
by encoder audio
€10
A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.

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by Iftah
FREE
Play the new Live 12 Suite device Roar's Feedback Note Mode via MIDI notes.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
16 unique synthesizer models. Modelled after a famous Eurorack module.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A simple ducker device that can be triggered via MIDI.
by Fors
€29
A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.
by SABROI
$20
A diverse multi-tap device that morphs between various delay-based effects, blurring the line between a filter, flanger, chorus, resonator, reverb, and even a granulator.
by Rainbow Circuit
$34
A creative additive synth with novel features to inspire new sounds.
by Fors
€15
A sleek, powerful synth that takes concepts from FM and Wavetable synthesis.
by monomono
£15
Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.
by encoder audio
€10
A classic cassette deck emulator for that authentic vintage character.
by GMAudio
A$20
Unprecedented control of your sidechaining with a sample-accurate sidechain/ducking tool.
by Fors
FREE
A simple yet powerful analog-inspired mono synth that brings warm retro vibes to any track.
by Yraki
FREE
Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.
by encoder audio
€10
A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.
by SABROI
$20
A super diverse distortion tool. The ultimate device for distortion nerds
by Noir Labs
$18
A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.
by pATCHES
$10
Create textures and soundscapes by manipulating long form recordings.
by encoder audio
€10
Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.
by Novel Music
$24
A harmonic arpeggiator that creates complex and evolving melodic patterns with ease.
by GMAudio
FREE
Control sibilance and tame harshness without sacrificing punch or clarity.

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by Fors
€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.
by Novel Music
$19
Use sequencers, probability, and MIDI data to modulate any mappable parameter in Live.
by Dillon Bastan
£15
Make drawings to play back samples. Creative sound design at its best.
by Novel Music
FREE
Create endless variations of your MIDI with granular controls.
by Rainbow Circuit
£29
A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.
by killihu
€9
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.
by Monolake
FREE
A granular audio freezer effect. Creates lush textures out of everything!
by Noir Labs
$8
The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.
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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