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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Lode

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

Roulette

£15
A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.

PMM Pro

€10
The Precision Master Meter lets you accurately monitor Peak, RMS and Mid/Side levels on your master.

Ping

€10
Map MIDI notes to trigger parameter modulation anywhere in Live.

Source

€10
A unique LFO influenced by the Buchla 266 module, the "Source of Uncertainty".

Snake MIDI Generator

€3
A creative MIDI Generator based on a prized Eurorack module. Sequence infinite patterns.

MIDI Tools Volume One

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

AS Console

$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.

Expressive Chords

FREE
Turn single notes into rich, dynamic chords. Explore harmonies, spark ideas and perform expressive progressions.

Sequencers

FREE
Generate new ideas and take control of complex patterns.

Catch

$19
A simple monophonic performance sampler that allows live audio to be captured for instant playback and manipulation.

Pitch Pipe

FREE / €20
An accessible, versatile and accurate Max for Live tuner.

Tempo Scale Setter

$3
Load your default project with a random tempo and scale.

Chordsaus

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

Simpler Tuner

$14
Simpler Tuner analyzes the audio of your sample directly and retunes Ableton’s Simpler so everything plays in key.

Squeeze

FREE
Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.

GMM

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

Return

FREE
An intensely colorful and grungy delay effect with screeching feedback and hard-hitting echoes.

Inc Steps

$3
A Modulator that triggers modulation steps to mapped parameters by incoming MIDI notes.

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.
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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