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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AS Steps

$35
A feature intensive, yet simple step sequencer that is a one stop shop for all your generative and randomization sequencing needs.

GMM

FREE
A pseudo-granular delay that recycles the incoming signal at varying delay times.

VST Macro Controls

$12
Control VST plugin parameters in a more advanced way than Live’s Effects Rack device.

INSPIR

FREE / $10
Overcome creative blocks with fresh inspiration and ideas to try.

BPM Converter

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

Jungle Trigger

FREE
Generate rolling jungle patterns directly into your clips.

Chordsaus

$5
A rendition of Orchid (ORC-300) by Telepathic Instruments, combined with elements of Ableton's Expressive Chords device.

WaveLFO

$3
Modulate anything in Live using an LFO generated from audio samples.

Surgeon

€10
A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.

IMG

FREE / $5
Store and display images directly in your Ableton Live sessions.

ESSENTIALS

FREE / $20
5 creative Max For Live devices that do one thing, but do it well.

Liveset Cleaner

$14
Instantly remove clutter from any Ableton project.

Glänta

£15
Focus on the fundamentals of FM synthesis with this gorgeous, minimalist 2-operator synth.

X-Translate

$29
What if you could transform any sound, sample, or audio source into any other instrument — in real-time?

Shortcut Buddy

$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.

Pyr

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

MIDI Tools Volume One

$42
4 MIDI Generators and 8 MIDI Transformers for Ableton Live 12. Take your MIDI to the next level.

Bass Lock

$3
Isolate a MIDI bass note from multiple notes of your choosing and transpose it to the sub octave.

Seeds

$79
A collection of 8 Max for Live MIDI devices that augment Ableton Live’s virtual playground with endless possibilities for composition, improvisation, and production.

Pomodoro

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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