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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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Survey Max For Live device by pATCHES

Survey

  • by pATCHES
$20
Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.
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Rhythmorphic - Unconventional Sequencer To Create Unique Patterns And Progressions

Rhythmorphic

  • by Dillon Bastan
$20
An unconventional sequencer to create unique patterns and progressions.
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A utility that inserts a random stock audio effect on the currently selected track.

Spawner

  • by dnksaus
FREE
A utility that inserts a random stock audio effect on the currently selected track.
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Generate new ideas and take control of complex patterns.

Sequencers

  • by Ableton
FREE
Generate new ideas and take control of complex patterns.
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Map incoming MIDI notes to the corresponding frequencies in EQ eight.

MEQ8

  • by dnksaus
FREE
Map incoming MIDI notes to the corresponding frequencies in EQ eight.
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Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.

Curves EQ

  • by monomono
€21.60
Capture the spirit of the iconic Pultec EQ, with modern enhancements.
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A simple monophonic performance sampler that allows live audio to be captured for instant playback and manipulation.

Catch

  • by Novel Music
$19
A simple monophonic performance sampler that allows live audio to be captured for instant playback and manipulation.
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Wirelessly control any Ableton Live parameters with your phone in real-time.

A0.gest

  • by Aleph Null
FREE
Wirelessly control any Ableton Live parameters with your phone in real-time.
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A simple comb filter with deceptive depth and possibility.

Comb

  • by Neshama
FREE
A simple comb filter with deceptive depth and possibility.
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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.
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Easily rename your clips without hassle.

Renamer

  • by Matisse Vrignaud
FREE
Easily rename your clips without hassle.
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Scenery Max For Live device by pATCHES

Scenery

  • by pATCHES
$10
Create textures and soundscapes by manipulating long form recordings.
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An update to Live's Shaper device with extra features and up to 8 Shapers.

Multi Shaper

  • by dnksaus
$7
An update to Live's Shaper device with extra features and up to 8 Shapers.
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Turn single notes into rich, dynamic chords. Explore harmonies, spark ideas and perform expressive progressions.

Expressive Chords

  • by Ableton
FREE
Turn single notes into rich, dynamic chords. Explore harmonies, spark ideas and perform expressive progressions.
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Roulette - A Creative Poly-asymmetric Sequencer

Roulette

  • by Fors
£15
A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.
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Mojo - Colour Your Tracks With The Sound Of Vintage Devices

Mojo

  • by encoder audio
€10
Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.
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NTPD - A Simple Notepad For Ableton Live

NTPD

  • by ELPHNT
$10
A beautiful way to store notes directly in your Ableton Live sessions.
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AS Console - Analog Console Channel Strip

AS Console

  • by SABROI
$30
An analog-style channel strip with multiple pre-amp models to add colour to your mixes.
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A creative MIDI Generator based on a prized Eurorack module

Snake MIDI Generator

  • by Maxime Dangles
€3
A creative MIDI Generator based on a prized Eurorack module. Sequence infinite patterns.
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Deviate - Create Endless Variations Of Your MIDI

Deviate

  • by Novel Music
FREE
Create endless variations of your MIDI with granular controls.
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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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