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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 encoder audio
€10
A unique LFO influenced by the Buchla 266 module, the "Source of Uncertainty".
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A simple ducker device that can be triggered via MIDI.

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by Iftah
FREE
12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.
by Manifest Audio
FREE
15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.
by Dillon Bastan
FREE
A unique collection of creative tools for organic sound design and composition.
by Novel Music
$19
Use sequencers, probability, and MIDI data to modulate any mappable parameter in Live.
by Noir Labs
$8
The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A digital multi-mode gate audio effect. Play an audio track like a subtractive synthesizer.
by Fors
FREE
A simple and particularly smooth-sounding reverb transporting any sound to somewhat big or gigantic spaces with ease.
by GMAudio
A$15
The most advanced precision clipping tool. Control the dynamics of your sound.
by Incandescent
$7
A powerful and effective parameter sequencer that can sequence up to 8 controls simultaneously.
by Noir Labs
$18
A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.
by SABROI
$20
A super diverse distortion tool. The ultimate device for distortion nerds
by monomono
£15
A vintage-inspired compressor, infused with the warm character of classic gear like the LA-2A.
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 encoder audio
€10
The Precision Master Meter lets you accurately monitor Peak, RMS and Mid/Side levels on your master.
by alkman
FREE
A creative spatialization tool for adding depth and width to any sound.
by aylesim
FREE
Make your patterns more spontaneous by controlling the probability of your notes.
by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.
by Iftah
FREE
Generate many different kinds of MIDI patterns at the click of a button and save them to Clips!
by Neshama
FREE
A simple spectral gate. Transform your sounds in unique ways using the power of FFTs.
by pATCHES
$20
Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.
by Dillon Bastan
£15
Realtime sample mangler and glitcher that works as an audio effect or instrument.
by GMAudio
A$20
Unprecedented control of your sidechaining with a sample-accurate sidechain/ducking tool.
by GMAudio
A$20
A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.
by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.
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 Monolake
FREE
A granular audio freezer effect. Creates lush textures out of everything!
by Live Workflow Tools
$14
An excellent and straightforward transient shaper to manipulate your dynamics.
by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
A floating window to adjust Clip Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere.
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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