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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Creative Extensions

by Ableton, Dillon Bastan
FREE
8 devices that extend the possibilities of Ableton Live.

trnr.DmmG

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A digital multi-mode gate audio effect. Play an audio track like a subtractive synthesizer.

PMM Pro

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

Console x8056

by monomono
£48
The ultimate suite for analog-style mixing and summing based on classic British hardware.

Chiral

by Fors
€29
An inspiring MPE-enabled synthesizer with a unique approach to sound design to give you a fresh tool for making new sounds.

Orbit

by Rainbow Circuit
$20
Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.

Pluck

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

Transient Shaper

by Live Workflow Tools
$14
An excellent and straightforward transient shaper to manipulate your dynamics.

Surgeon

by encoder audio
€10
A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.

trnr.RetroSampler

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A lo-fi sample player inspired by hardware samplers of the 90s.

ClipGain

by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
A floating window to adjust Clip Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere.

Mojo

by encoder audio
€10
Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.

Ferro

by encoder audio
€10
A classic cassette deck emulator for that authentic vintage character.

Lucky Notes

by aylesim
FREE
Make your patterns more spontaneous by controlling the probability of your notes.

AS Steps

by SABROI
$35
A feature intensive, yet simple step sequencer that is a one stop shop for all your generative and randomization sequencing needs.

ml.distance

by alkman
FREE
A creative spatialization tool for adding depth and width to any sound.

Staircase

by Novel Music
$19
Use sequencers, probability, and MIDI data to modulate any mappable parameter in Live.

Mod Squad

by Manifest Audio
FREE
15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.

Scenery

by pATCHES
$10
Create textures and soundscapes by manipulating long form recordings.

Inspired By Nature

by Dillon Bastan
FREE
A unique collection of creative tools for organic sound design and composition.

Spect

by Neshama
FREE
A simple spectral gate. Transform your sounds in unique ways using the power of FFTs.

Gradient

by pATCHES
$20
Mutate, store and interpolate between presets of any device within Live.

Carver

by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.

Pathways

by Dillon Bastan
£15
Make drawings to play back samples. Creative sound design at its best.

Duckling

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A simple ducker device that can be triggered via MIDI.

Opal

by Fors
€49
Insanely powerful rhythm machine and drum synthesizer with built in sequencer and 5 sound modules.

trnr.BitEcho

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

Grain.Freeze

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

BPM Converter

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

Lode

by Fors
FREE
A simple yet powerful analog-inspired mono synth that brings warm retro vibes to any track.
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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