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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Survey

by pATCHES

$20

Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.

Crunch

by encoder audio

€10

A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.

Snake MIDI Generator

by Maxime Dangles

€3

A creative MIDI Generator based on a prized Eurorack module. Sequence infinite patterns.

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.

trnr.Flechtwerk

by Ternär Music Technology

FREE

16 unique synthesizer models. Modelled after a famous Eurorack module.

Pathways

by Dillon Bastan

£15

Make drawings to play back samples. Creative sound design at its best.

Pluck

by Fors

FREE

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

rr

by Iftah

FREE

Play the new Live 12 Suite device Roar's Feedback Note Mode via MIDI notes.

trnr.RetroSampler

by Ternär Music Technology

FREE

A lo-fi sample player inspired by hardware samplers of the 90s.

Kit

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.

Optocomp

by monomono

£15

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

Romb

by Fors

FREE

A simple and particularly smooth-sounding reverb transporting any sound to somewhat big or gigantic spaces with ease.

Shortcut Buddy

by Noir Labs

$15

An invaluable tool to speed up your workflow. Map a keyboard key or MIDI control to up to 64 Ableton plugins, VST’s/AU’s and effect racks so you can load your favourite devices with a single keystroke or button press.

Lode

by Fors

FREE

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

Mojo

by encoder audio

€10

Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.

Rift

by Rainbow Circuit

$34

A creative additive synth with novel features to inspire new sounds.

Creative Extensions

by Ableton, Dillon Bastan

FREE

8 devices that extend the possibilities of Ableton Live.

Control Matrix

by killihu

€9

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

AS Console

by SABROI

$30

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

Superberry

by Fors

€29

A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.

TransD

by GMAudio

A$20

A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.

Doublet

by Fors

€15

A sleek, powerful synth that takes concepts from FM and Wavetable synthesis.

Steps

by Rainbow Circuit

£17

A step sequenced modulator inspired by Eurorack hardware.

Orbit

by Rainbow Circuit

$20

Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.

Source

by encoder audio

€10

A unique LFO influenced by the Buchla 266 module, the "Source of Uncertainty".

Rhythmorphic

by Dillon Bastan

£18

An unconventional sequencer to create unique patterns and progressions.

Simpler Buddy

by Yraki

FREE

Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.

Glänta

by Fors

€10

Focus on the fundamentals of FM synthesis with this gorgeous, minimalist 2-operator synth.

ml.distance

by alkman

FREE

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

Equation

by Incandescent

$27

A powerful and user friendly dynamic EQ for Ableton Live to help you perfect your mixes.

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.

Max For Live Curated Collection

Additional Info

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