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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 Monolake
FREE
A granular audio freezer effect. Creates lush textures out of everything!
by aylesim
FREE
Make your patterns more spontaneous by controlling the probability of your notes.
by killihu
€9
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.
by monomono
£15
A versatile colourbox, inspired by the classic Studer tape decks. Capture the spirit and character of tape recording.
by Fors
FREE
A simple and particularly smooth-sounding reverb transporting any sound to somewhat big or gigantic spaces with ease.
by Manifest Audio
FREE
15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.
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 Live Workflow Tools
$9
Elegantly compare your song to reference tracks right from within Live.
by Novel Music
FREE
Create endless variations of your MIDI with granular controls.
by encoder audio
€10
Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.
by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.
by monomono
£15
Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.
by Yraki
FREE
Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.
by killihu
€9
Control VST plugin parameters in a more advanced way than Live’s Effects Rack device.
by pATCHES
$20
Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.
by monomono
£48
The ultimate suite for analog-style mixing and summing based on classic British hardware.

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by Iftah
FREE
12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.
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.
by encoder audio
€10
A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.
by pATCHES
FREE
A simple focus timer to keep you on track while making music.
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 Fors
FREE
A simple yet powerful analog-inspired mono synth that brings warm retro vibes to any track.
by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
One-click 'Bounce in Place' for Ableton Live.
by Dillon Bastan
£15
Realtime sample mangler and glitcher that works as an audio effect or instrument.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A lo-fi sample player inspired by hardware samplers of the 90s.
by Rainbow Circuit
£29
A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.
by pATCHES
$10
Add new features to Ableton Live to enhance your workflow in Arrangement View.
by Dillon Bastan
£15
Make drawings to play back samples. Creative sound design at its best.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
16 unique synthesizer models. Modelled after a famous Eurorack module.
by Rainbow Circuit
$34
A creative additive synth with novel features to inspire new sounds.
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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