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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Roulette

by Fors

€15

A unique and unbelievably versatile poly-asymmetic MIDI sequencer.

Optocomp

by monomono

£15

A vintage-inspired compressor, infused with the warm character of classic gear like the LA-2A.

Pyr

by Iftah

FREE

12-voice modelled string instrument with an inspirational interface.

Mod Squad

by Manifest Audio

FREE

15 unique modulators to create dynamic relationships between separate elements.

Pomodoro

by pATCHES

FREE

A simple focus timer to keep you on track while making music.

Volume Buddy

by Noir Labs

$18

A one of a kind LUFS auto gain plugin that will change the way you mix your music.

Snake MIDI Generator

by Maxime Dangles

€3

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

Travelogue

by Novel Music

$39

Generate endlessly evolving patterns, shape them as you like and route them to any sound.

Cartographer

by pATCHES

$10

Add new features to Ableton Live to enhance your workflow in Arrangement View.

Flechtwerk Pro

by Ternär Music Technology

€20

A clone of the famed Eurorack module Plaits, by Mutable Instruments with added polyphony.

Survey

by pATCHES

$20

Modulate up to 16 parameters in your Live set in unique ways.

Orbit

by Rainbow Circuit

$20

Create complex modulation using the interaction of 3 spinning orbs.

AS D-Delay

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.

Simpler Buddy

by Yraki

FREE

Real-time control and automation of Simpler's Warp and Slicing modes.

Crunch

by encoder audio

€10

A creative sample rate and bit reduction effect, designed to bring life to dull instruments and sounds.

Aisles

by Novel Music

$24

A harmonic arpeggiator that creates complex and evolving melodic patterns with ease.

Curves EQ

by monomono

£15

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

Glänta

by Fors

€10

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

trnr.DmmG

by Ternär Music Technology

FREE

A digital multi-mode gate audio effect. Play an audio track like a subtractive synthesizer.

Swiss Army Meter

by Noir Labs

The ultimate all-in-one metering device for Ableton Live.

Surgeon

by encoder audio

€10

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

Creative Extensions

by Ableton, Dillon Bastan

FREE

8 devices that extend the possibilities of Ableton Live.

Mojo

by encoder audio

€10

Colour your tracks with the sound of vintage hardware.

Opal

by Fors

€49

Insanely powerful rhythm machine and drum synthesizer with built in sequencer and 5 sound modules.

Staircase

by Novel Music

$19

Use sequencers, probability, and MIDI data to modulate any mappable parameter in Live.

Gradient

by pATCHES

$20

Mutate, store and interpolate between presets of any device within Live.

Steps

by Rainbow Circuit

£17

A step sequenced modulator inspired by Eurorack hardware.

Romb

by Fors

FREE

A simple and particularly smooth-sounding reverb transporting any sound to somewhat big or gigantic spaces with ease.

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.

Superberry

by Fors

€29

A creative synthesizer the combines supersaws with an enigmatic FM engine for endless creative sound design.

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.

Max For Live Curated Collection

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