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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 GMAudio
A$20
Unprecedented control of your sidechaining with a sample-accurate sidechain/ducking tool.
by encoder audio
€10
A unique LFO influenced by the Buchla 266 module, the "Source of Uncertainty".
by Rainbow Circuit
$20
Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.
by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
A floating window to adjust Clip Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
An 80s inspired, modelled digital hardware delay with "pristine" 12 bit/33khz sample resolution.
by encoder audio
€10
Map MIDI notes to trigger parameter modulation anywhere in Live.
by Manifest Audio
FREE
15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.
by alkman
FREE
A creative spatialization tool for adding depth and width to any sound.
by Rainbow Circuit
£29
A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.
by Fors
€10
Focus on the fundamentals of FM synthesis with this gorgeous, minimalist 2-operator synth.
by Ternär Music Technology
€20
A clone of the famed Eurorack module Plaits, by Mutable Instruments with added polyphony.
by Maxime Dangles
FREE
A creative step sequencer inspired by the Make Noise René hardware.
by GMAudio
FREE
Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.
by encoder audio
€10
A classic cassette deck emulator for that authentic vintage character.
by GMAudio
A$20
A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.
by Fors
FREE
A simple and particularly smooth-sounding reverb transporting any sound to somewhat big or gigantic spaces with ease.
by Noir Labs
$8
The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.
by encoder audio
€10
The Precision Master Meter lets you accurately monitor Peak, RMS and Mid/Side levels on your master.
by Fors
€29
A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.
by Manifest Audio
£35
12 creative and powerful MIDI Generators and Transformations for Ableton Live 12.
by killihu
€9
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.
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.
by SABROI
$20
A super diverse distortion tool. The ultimate device for distortion nerds
by Neshama
FREE
A simple spectral gate. Transform your sounds in unique ways using the power of FFTs.
by Dillon Bastan
FREE
A unique collection of creative tools for organic sound design and composition.
by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.
by monomono
£15
A vintage-inspired compressor, infused with the warm character of classic gear like the LA-2A.
by monomono
£48
The ultimate suite for analog-style mixing and summing based on classic British hardware.
by Live Workflow Tools
$9
Elegantly compare your song to reference tracks right from within Live.
by Philip Meyer
£70/£45
4 MIDI Generators and 8 MIDI Transformers for Ableton Live 12. Take your MIDI to the next level.
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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