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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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The Max For Live Curated Collection

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Shortcut Buddy - Max For Live Shortcut Tool

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

Curves EQ

by monomono
£15
Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.
Buy Curves EQ
trnr.Flechtwerk - 16 Unique Synthesizer Models Each With 3 Macro Controls

trnr.Flechtwerk

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
16 unique synthesizer models. Modelled after a famous Eurorack module.
Download Flechtwerk
Lode Max For Live device by Fors

Lode

by Fors
FREE
A simple yet powerful analog-inspired mono synth that brings warm retro vibes to any track.
Download Lode
Carver - A Versatile, Powerful Transient Shaper

Carver

by Noir Labs
$35
A transient shaper with an unparalleled level of control, with no change in perceived volume.
Buy Carver
Freesound4Live - Browse, Search, Listen and Download Sounds From Freesound.org Without Leaving Ableton Live

Freesound4Live

by aylesim
€5
Browse, search, listen and download sounds from Freesound.org without leaving Ableton Live.
Buy Freesound4Live
BiP - One-click 'Bounce in Place' for Ableton Live

BiP (Bounce In Place)

by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
One-click 'Bounce in Place' for Ableton Live.
Buy BiP
Crunch - Hardware Crunch Emulator

Crunch

by encoder audio
€10
A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.
Buy crUnch
A floating window to adjust Clips Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere in Ableton Live

ClipGain

by Valiumdupeuple
€4+
A floating window to adjust Clip Gain, Transpose, Warp and much more from anywhere.
Buy ClipGain
Sting Max For Live device by Iftah

Sting

by Iftah
FREE
Generate many different kinds of MIDI patterns at the click of a button and save them to Clips!
Download Sting
Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.

Simpler Buddy

by Yraki
FREE
Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.
Download Simpler Buddy
VST Macro Controls Max For Live device by killihu

VST Macro Controls

by killihu
€9
Control VST plugin parameters in a more advanced way than Live’s Effects Rack device.
Buy VST Macro Controls
A creative Max For Live spectral gate

Spect

by Neshama
FREE
A simple spectral gate. Transform your sounds in unique ways using the power of FFTs.
Download Spect
Superberry - Delicious Max For Live Superware

Superberry

by Fors
€29
A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.
Buy Superberry
Glänta - Focus On The Fundamentals Of FM Synthesis

Glänta

by Fors
€10
Focus on the fundamentals of FM synthesis with this gorgeous, minimalist 2-operator synth.
Buy Glänta
Pomodoro - A Max For Live Focus Timer

Pomodoro

by pATCHES
FREE
A simple focus timer to keep you on track while making music.
Download Pomodoro
Swiss Army Meter - The Ultimate Ableton Live Monitoring Tool

Swiss Army Meter

by Noir Labs
$8
The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.
Buy Swiss Army Meter
trnr.DmmG - A Digital Multi-mode Gate

trnr.DmmG

by Ternär Music Technology
FREE
A digital multi-mode gate audio effect. Play an audio track like a subtractive synthesizer.
Download DmmG
Scenery Max For Live device by pATCHES

Scenery

by pATCHES
$10
Create textures and soundscapes by manipulating long form recordings.
Buy Scenery
TransD - Creative Max For Live Transient Shaper

TransD

by GMAudio
A$20
A unique approach to transient shaping with plenty of creative potential.
Buy TransD
Opal - Insanely Powerful Rhythm Machine and Drum Synthesizer

Opal

by Fors
€49
Insanely powerful rhythm machine and drum synthesizer with built in sequencer and 5 sound modules.
Buy Opal
AS Damage - The ultimate Max For Live device for distortion nerds

AS Damage

by SABROI
$20
A super diverse distortion tool. The ultimate device for distortion nerds
Buy AS Damage
Survey Max For Live device by pATCHES

Survey

by pATCHES
$20
Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.
Buy Survey
Staircase Max For Live device by Novel Music

Staircase

by Novel Music
$19
Use sequencers, probability, and MIDI data to modulate any mappable parameter in Live.
Buy Staircase
Cartographer Max For Live device by pATCHES

Cartographer

by pATCHES
$10
Add new features to Ableton Live to enhance your workflow in Arrangement View.
Buy Cartographer
Clipper - Advanced Precision Clipping Tool for Ableton Live

Clipper

by GMAudio
A$15
The most advanced precision clipping tool. Control the dynamics of your sound.
Buy Clipper
Mojo - Colour Your Tracks With The Sound Of Vintage Devices

Mojo

by encoder audio
€10
Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.
Buy Mojo
Petal Max For Live device by Rainbow Circuit

Petal

by Rainbow Circuit
£29
A multi-tap delay that draws any sound into an ever-unfolding garden.
Buy Petal
Control Matrix Max For Live device by killihu

Control Matrix

by killihu
€9
Modify parameters of different tracks/devices in the same floating window without taking exclusive control of them.
Buy Control Matrix
Aisles Max For Live device by Novel Music

Aisles

by Novel Music
$24
A harmonic arpeggiator that creates complex and evolving melodic patterns with ease.
Buy Aisles
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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