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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 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 Rainbow Circuit
£17
A step sequenced modulator inspired by Eurorack hardware.
by monomono
£48
The ultimate suite for analog-style mixing and summing based on classic British hardware.
by Riccardo Sellan
£18
A powerful realtime granular effect with deep control and flexibility.
by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
An 80s inspired, modelled digital hardware delay with "pristine" 12 bit/33khz sample resolution.
by killihu
€9
Control VST plugin parameters in a more advanced way than Live’s Effects Rack device.
by pATCHES
FREE
A simple focus timer to keep you on track while making music.
by encoder audio
€10
Map MIDI notes to trigger parameter modulation anywhere in Live.
by Novel Music
FREE
Create endless variations of your MIDI with granular controls.
by Noir Labs
$8
The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.
by monomono
£15
A vintage-inspired compressor, infused with the warm character of classic gear like the LA-2A.
by encoder audio
€10
A precision low and high cut EQ for surgically removing frequencies from your sounds.
by Noir Labs
$18
A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.
by Rainbow Circuit
£29
A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.
by Rainbow Circuit
$20
Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.
by Live Workflow Tools
$9
Elegantly compare your song to reference tracks right from within Live.
by Fors
€29
A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.
by pATCHES
$20
Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.
by Novel Music
$39
Generate endlessly evolving patterns, shape them as you like and route them to any sound.
by GMAudio
FREE
Squeeze every last drop out of your audio with a powerful multi-band upward compressor.
by encoder audio
€10
A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.
by Monolake
FREE
A granular audio freezer effect. Creates lush textures out of everything!
by Neshama
FREE
A simple spectral gate. Transform your sounds in unique ways using the power of FFTs.
by killihu
FREE
Quickly convert BPM to ms or Hz with a slick interface.
by Live Workflow Tools
$14
An excellent and straightforward transient shaper to manipulate your dynamics.
by GMAudio
FREE
Control sibilance and tame harshness without sacrificing punch or clarity.
by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.
by SABROI
$20
A diverse multi-tap device that morphs between various delay-based effects, blurring the line between a filter, flanger, chorus, resonator, reverb, and even a granulator.
by Rainbow Circuit
$34
A creative additive synth with novel features to inspire new sounds.
by monomono
£15
A versatile colourbox, inspired by the classic Studer tape decks. Capture the spirit and character of tape recording.
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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