Control Devices
We’ve spent a fair amount of time gathering together the best MaxforLive programmers to extend the usage of Ableton Live.
Our MaxforLive Control Devices each set out to conquer a specific challenge. Want to add automatic follow actions to scenes & clips with our Follow device.
You’ll find many of the most frequent feature requests have been solved below!
For the laptop Live performer we have Control Devices like the ProSession MaxforLive device. ProSession gives you Session View within the device area of Arrangement View. Or consider advanced parameter control with SMART. When you want control of up to eight parameters anywhere in your Live set with just one dial Smart allows you to use curves!
We’re passionate about improving your use and workflow of Ableton Live, and we’re committed to working on new products now & into the future…
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Ableton Live 9.6 & MaxforLive 7
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Key Arranger by XY Studio Tools
Arrange your clips in real time with your Midi Keyboard
Key Arranger is a Max for Live device for arranging songs in Live’s Arranging view just by pressing keys on a Midi Keyboard. The Key Arranger workflow makes it easy to try out different combinations of parts and progress at your own pace. In that way, it merges the intuitive experience of the Session View with the linear workflow of the Arrangement View.
Developer: XY StudioTools | Compatibility: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive | OS: Mac (Sierra and later) & Windows 10+ | Minimum Requirements: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive 8 - Minimum 8GB RAM, recommended 8GB+
AbleSet 2 by Leolabs
Setlists for Ableton Made Easy
AbleSet is the easiest way to manage and control your Ableton setlist.
Control your Ableton set from any device.
Reorder songs as you please.
AbleSet lets you focus on delivering fantastic shows.
Time Limited Demo Version – AVAILABLE HEREDeveloper: Leolabs | Compatibility: Ableton Live 10 & 11 (11 is required for some features) | OS: macOS Catalina (10.15.7) & newer, Windows 10 & newer | Minimum Requirements: Live 10.1.42+ Max for Live is required for some features - Version 8.2.2 or above
AbleSet 2 by Leolabs (DEMO)
Setlists for Ableton Made Easy
This time limited demo has no feature restrictions, it requires a restart of Live after 15 minutes of use
AbleSet is the easiest way to manage and control your Ableton setlist.
Control your Ableton set from any device.
Reorder songs as you please.
AbleSet lets you focus on delivering fantastic shows.
Developer: Leolabs | Compatibility: Ableton Live 10 & 11 (11 is required for some features) | OS: macOS Catalina (10.15.7) & newer, Windows 10 & newer | Minimum Requirements: Live 10.1.42+ Max for Live is required for some features - Version 8.2.2 or above
Gator by LDM Design
Rhythmic gate sequencer
Gator is a rhythmical gate sequencer effect for Max For Live. You can sequence 3 parameters, designed to be mapped to the gain of 3 individual FX chains in an Audio Effect Rack. You can load each chain with whatever effects you like and use Gator to open and close the gate for each channel. Mapping includes min/max parameter value, invert, probability per step, 2 separate parameters to map for each sequencer with individual ADR envelope.
Developer: LDM Design | Compatibility: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live 11 Standard with MaxforLive Installed | OS: Mac & Windows | Minimum Requirements: Ableton Live 11 & MaxforLive is Essential
VISUAL BROWSER by Elisabeth Homeland
Organize & ACCESS your Ableton Live Library WITH EASE
Visual Browser is a MaxForLive device that makes it easy to find and load Devices, plugins, Track presets, or basically anything that is accessible from Ableton Live’s browser.
No more searching through countless plugins to find the one you want.
Developer: Elisabeth Homeland | Compatibility: Ableton Live 10/11 Suite or Ableton Live 10/11 Standard with MaxforLive Installed | OS: Mac & WIndows | Minimum Requirements:
LTC to MTC Converter by Leolabs
Decode and display LTC timecodes in real-time
The LTC to MTC Converter decodes the SMPTE timecode and frame rate embedded in an audio track and outputs it as MIDI Timecode to a device of your choice.
Just drop the device on your timecode track and you‘re good to go.
PLEASE NOTE: Mac OS Only as described below.
Developer: Leolabs | Compatibility: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | Ableton Live 10 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | OS: macOS Catalina (10.15.7) & newer | Minimum Requirements: Live 10.1.42+ MaxforLive is Essential - Version 8.2.2 or above
LTC Display by Leolabs
Decode and display LTC timecode in real-time
LTC Display decodes the SMPTE timecode and frame rate embedded in an audio track and displays it as it comes in. Just drop the Max for Live device on your timecode track and you‘re good to go.
You can either display the current timecode on your track, in a floating window, or on your iPad using the Mira app.
Developer: Leolabs | Compatibility: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | Ableton Live 10 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | OS: macOS Catalina (10.15.7) & newer, Windows 10 & newer | Minimum Requirements: Live 10.1.42+ MaxforLive is Essential - Version 8.2.2 or above
Slink Pan by Hypnus Records
Endlessly morphing stereo modulations.
Slink Pan is a stereo movement generator based on two Slink waves.
The result is an endlessly evolving panning motion controlled by an intuitive interface suitable for both beginners and professionals.
Developer: Hypnus Records & Chaos Culture | Compatibility: Ableton Live 10/11 Suite or Ableton Live 10/11 Standard with MaxforLive Installed | OS: Mac & WIndows | Minimum Requirements: MaxforLive 8.1.6+ is Essential
Slink Bundle by Hypnus Records
A rippling filter bank inspired by water.
The Slink Bundle merges sound with the physics of water while acting as powerful motors of creativity in any project.
Whether approached with precision or spontaneous exploration, the Slink devices are suitable for users of all technical levels, easily offering endless hypnotizing and dynamic results.
Developer: Hypnus Records & Chaos Culture | Compatibility: Ableton Live 10/11 Suite or Ableton Live 10/11 Standard with MaxforLive Installed | OS: Mac & WIndows | Minimum Requirements: MaxforLive 8.0.5+ is Essential
Modular Series LE Part TWO
A PACK OF FOUR PARTS - PART TWO!
UPDATED: Now compatible with Live 11
- CLIP TO SCENE
- CLIP WARP
- RETURN
Developer: Isotonik Studios & MYR | Compatibility: Ableton Live 10/11 Suite or Ableton Live 10/11 Standard with MaxforLive Installed | OS: Mac & Windows | Minimum Requirements: MaxforLive is Essential
SONG SKETCH 2 (EXPANSION PACK) – INSTRUMENTAL BEATS
An Expansion Pack for Song Sketch 2
This Expansion Pack includes 24 additional arrangement templates for Instrumental Beats / Lo-fi. The templates are fully editable in Song Sketch.
Developer: XY StudioTools | Compatibility: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | Ableton Live 10 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | OS: Mac (Sierra and later) & Windows 10+ | Minimum Requirements: Ableton Live 10 Suite (10.1.13 or later) or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive 8 - Minimum 8GB RAM, recommended 8GB+ YOU MUST HAVE SONG SKETCH 2 INSTALLED TO USE THIS PACK
SONG SKETCH 2 (EXPANSION PACK) – ORGANIC HOUSE & DOWNTEMPO
An Expansion Pack for Song Sketch 2
This Expansion Pack includes 24 additional arrangement templates for Organic / Downtempo / Deep House. The templates are fully editable in Song Sketch.
Developer: XY StudioTools | Compatibility: Ableton Live 11 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | Ableton Live 10 Suite or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive | OS: Mac (Sierra and later) & Windows 10+ | Minimum Requirements: Ableton Live 10 Suite (10.1.13 or later) or Ableton Live Standard with MaxforLive 8 - Minimum 8GB RAM, recommended 8GB+ YOU MUST HAVE SONG SKETCH 2 INSTALLED TO USE THIS PACK
