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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Orbit

by Rainbow Circuit

$20

Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.

Pyr

by Iftah

FREE

12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.

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.

Snake MIDI Generator

by Maxime Dangles

€3

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

PMM Pro

by encoder audio

€10

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

trnr.BitEcho

by Ternär Music Technology

FREE

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

Curves EQ

by monomono

£15

Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.

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.

Source

by encoder audio

€10

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

Petal

by Rainbow Circuit

£29

A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.

Travelogue

by Novel Music

$39

Generate endlessly evolving patterns, shape them as you like and route them to any sound.

Aisles

by Novel Music

$24

A harmonic arpeggiator that creates complex and evolving melodic patterns with ease.

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.

Volume Buddy

by Noir Labs

$18

A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.

Pluck

by Fors

FREE

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

Lucky Notes

by aylesim

FREE

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

trnr.RetroSampler

by Ternär Music Technology

FREE

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

BiP (Bounce In Place)

by Valiumdupeuple

€4+

One-click 'Bounce in Place' for Ableton Live.

Reference

by Live Workflow Tools

Elegantly compare your song to reference tracks right from within Live.

Mod Squad

by Manifest Audio

FREE

15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.

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?

Scenery

by pATCHES

$10

Create textures and soundscapes by manipulating long form recordings.

TransD

by GMAudio

A$20

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

Pomodoro

by pATCHES

FREE

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

BPM Converter

by killihu

FREE

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

Roulette

by Fors

€15

A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.

Rhythmorphic

by Dillon Bastan

£18

An unconventional sequencer to create unique patterns and progressions.

Ping

by encoder audio

€10

Map MIDI notes to trigger parameter modulation anywhere in Live.

Surgeon

by encoder audio

€10

A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.

trnr.Flechtwerk

by Ternär Music Technology

FREE

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

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

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