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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The Max For Live Curated Collection

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Sting

by Iftah
FREE
Generate many different kinds of MIDI patterns at the click of a button and save them to Clips!

Roulette

by Fors
€15
A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.

X-FX

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?

Snake MIDI Generator

by Maxime Dangles
€3
A creative MIDI Generator based on a prized Eurorack module. Sequence infinite patterns.

Freesound4Live

by aylesim
€5
Browse, search, listen and download sounds from Freesound.org without leaving Ableton Live.

Survey

by pATCHES
$20
Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.

Pyr

by Iftah
FREE
12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.

Pathways

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

Lambda II

by Riccardo Sellan
£18
A powerful realtime granular effect with deep control and flexibility.

Optocomp

by monomono
£15
A vintage-inspired compressor, infused with the warm character of classic gear like the LA-2A.

Manifest Audio MIDI TOOLSET

by Manifest Audio
£35
12 creative and powerful MIDI Generators and Transformations for Ableton Live 12.

BPM Converter

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

SnAkE

by Maxime Dangles
FREE
A creative step sequencer inspired by the Make Noise René hardware.

Control Matrix

by killihu
€9
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.

Lucky Notes

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

Aisles

by Novel Music
$24
A harmonic arpeggiator that creates complex and evolving melodic patterns with ease.

Source

by encoder audio
€10
A unique LFO influenced by the Buchla 266 module, the "Source of Uncertainty".

VST Macro Controls

by killihu
€9
Control VST plugin parameters in a more advanced way than Live’s Effects Rack device.

Bokeh

by Fors
€15
Create blissful, blurry delays and reverbs.

Inspired By Nature

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

Lode

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

Squeeze

by GMAudio
FREE
Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.

Spect

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

Swiss Army Meter

by Noir Labs
$8
The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.

trnr.RetroSampler

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

AS Console

by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.

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.

Carver

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

ml.distance

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

Pomodoro

by pATCHES
FREE
A simple focus timer to keep you on track while making music.
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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