Swing Delay - Max for Live Delay Device

Q: What version of Ableton Live do I need to run Swing Delay?

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Q: What genres work best with Swing Delay's rhythmic processing?

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Q: What makes Swing Delay different from Ableton's built-in delay effects?

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Q: Should I choose the Standard or Pro edition of Swing Delay?

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Q: Can I use Swing Delay on any audio source in my Ableton project?

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£3.99 GBP

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Swing Delay - Max for Live Delay Device

£3.99 GBP

Swing Delay - Max for Live Delay Device

Every producer chasing that elusive swing knows the frustration: your delays sound mechanical, your grooves feel stiff, and nailing that shuffle takes endless tweaking. You need rhythmic delays that actually groove, that respond to your music's natural movement, and that deliver authentic UK house and garage timing without sacrificing modern workflow efficiency. Swing Delay solves this by combining mathematically precise groove generation with intuitive real-time control, letting you focus on creativity rather than calculations.

Both editions include dual independent delay lines built on Max's sub-sample accurate tapin~/tapout~ architecture, delivering crystal-precise timing that makes the difference between mechanical repetition and genuine groove. The straight delay provides your rhythmic foundation whilst the swung delay adds movement, with four distinct swing algorithms calculating exact timing offsets for Tight, Medium, Heavy and Shuffle feels. Independent feedback and level controls let you sculpt each delay line separately, whilst Link and Spread functions provide instant unified control and ping-pong routing. Native tempo sync keeps everything locked to your project whilst maintaining the flexibility for real-time manipulation.

Pro edition builds on this foundation with integrated visual feedback that reveals exactly what's happening inside your delay processing. Interactive 3-band EQ with draggable frequency control lets you shape your delay tails without opening separate plugins, whilst real-time spectrum analysis shows both wet and dry signals simultaneously. The integrated stereo width control adds spatial dimension, and custom visual swing mode selection provides instant feedback on your groove algorithm choices. Whether you choose Standard or Pro, you're getting authentic rhythmic delay control powered by Max's proven delay architecture, designed specifically for producers who demand groove precision without workflow friction.

Professional Max for Live Design

All devices built with optimised CPU performance, bulletproof stability, and intuitive interfaces tested by working producers for reliable session performance.

Seamless Ableton Integration

Every device integrates natively into Ableton Live with full automation support, preset management, and zero plugin-bridging latency for frictionless workflow.

Clear Commercial Licensing

All Max for Live devices supplied with straightforward commercial licenses. Use in your productions with complete confidence.

Professional Rhythmic Control for Standard & Pro Editions

Whether you choose Standard or Pro edition, Swing Delay integrates seamlessly into your Ableton workflow as a native Max for Live device. Full automation of all parameters, instant recall with project files, and optimised CPU usage that lets you use multiple instances across your mix without performance concerns.

Dual Delay Engine with Custom Swing Algorithms [Standard + Pro]

Both Standard and Pro editions deliver independent tempo-synced delay lines with separate timing, feedback and level controls, powered by Max's sub-sample accurate delay architecture. Four custom swing algorithms (Tight, Medium, Heavy, Shuffle) calculate precise timing offsets between 50-80% intensity, generating authentic groove that responds dynamically to your mix.

Integrated Visual Feedback and Processing Chain [Pro Edition]

Pro edition users gain real-time spectrum analysis, interactive 3-band EQ with draggable control points, and integrated stereo width processing for complete delay sculpting. Custom JSUI visual feedback reveals internal swing calculations and signal flow, letting you see exactly how your groove timing affects the output.

Studio-Grade Design for Demanding Production Workflows

Both editions are built with Max's proven delay architecture and optimised for professional production environments. Standard and Pro alike deliver reliable performance, full automation compatibility and efficient CPU usage that maintains clarity even with complex feedback and routing configurations.

Intuitive Control Interface for Creative Flow [Standard + Pro]

The control interface presents everything you need for rhythmic delay design without overwhelming you with options, making Max's powerful delay engine accessible through clear visual organisation. Both Standard and Pro editions share this streamlined layout, with dedicated controls for straight and swung delay lines, feedback amounts, output levels and swing intensity positioned exactly where you need them.

Real-time parameter changes respond instantly thanks to Max's efficient signal processing, letting you dial in groove timing whilst your track plays without clicks or artifacts. Link and Spread buttons provide quick access to unified delay control and ping-pong routing, whilst the four swing mode buttons let you switch between timing algorithms mid-session.

Which edition is right for you?

Both Swing Delay editions deliver professional rhythmic delay powered by Max's proven tapin~/tapout~ delay architecture, engineered specifically for groove-focused producers working in house, garage and bass music.

STANDARD EDITION - COMPLETE PROFESSIONAL TOOL:

Dual tempo-synced delay lines with independent timing, feedback and level control
Four custom swing algorithms (Tight, Medium, Heavy, Shuffle) with 50-80% intensity range
Link and Spread functions for unified control and ping-pong routing
Crystal-precise sub-sample delay timing for authentic groove generation

PRO EDITION - EVERYTHING IN STANDARD, PLUS:

Real-time visual spectrum analysis showing wet and dry signal paths
Interactive 3-band EQ with draggable control points and filter toggles
Integrated stereo width processing for spatial delay manipulation
Custom visual feedback revealing internal delay processing and swing calculations

Choose Standard if you want professional rhythmic delay control with external processing flexibility. Choose Pro if you value integrated visual feedback and all-in-one delay processing without additional plugins.

Pro Edition

Standard Edition

Advanced Visual Processing for Pro Workflows [Pro Edition]

Pro edition users see their delay processing through custom visual feedback that reveals exactly how swing calculations affect timing and how EQ settings shape frequency response. The interactive spectrum display shows both wet and dry signals simultaneously, letting you understand the complete frequency picture before committing processing decisions.

Draggable EQ control points let you sculpt your delay tails with surgical precision, with filter toggles showing and hiding relevant controls to prevent interface clutter. Double-click any handle to reset, Command-double-click for default positions, and watch the visual frequency curve update in real-time as you adjust Q values and gain amounts.

Product FAQs

What version of Ableton Live do I need to run Swing Delay?

Swing Delay requires Ableton Live 12 or higher with Max for Live 9.0.9, running on macOS 10.13+ or Windows 10+. Both Standard and Pro editions install as native Max for Live devices with full automation support, preset management, and zero plugin-bridging latency for seamless workflow integration.

What genres work best with Swing Delay's rhythmic processing?

While engineered specifically for UK house and garage groove timing, Swing Delay adapts brilliantly to tech house, minimal house, progressive house, melodic techno, and bass music. The four swing algorithms (Tight, Medium, Heavy, Shuffle) deliver authentic rhythmic movement that enhances any electronic music production requiring groove precision.

What makes Swing Delay different from Ableton's built-in delay effects?

Swing Delay is built around Max's sub-sample accurate tapin~/tapout~ delay architecture with four custom swing algorithms that calculate mathematically precise timing offsets (50-80% intensity) specifically for UK house and garage grooves. This dedicated approach to rhythmic delay delivers authentic swing and shuffle timing that stock delays can't replicate, addressing the common producer frustration of mechanical-sounding delays.

Should I choose the Standard or Pro edition of Swing Delay?

Standard edition delivers complete professional rhythmic delay with dual tempo-synced lines, four swing algorithms, and all core processing features at £3.99. Pro edition adds integrated visual spectrum analysis, interactive 3-band EQ with draggable controls, stereo width processing, and custom visual feedback—ideal if you value all-in-one delay sculpting without additional plugins.

Can I use Swing Delay on any audio source in my Ableton project?

Swing Delay works on any audio track, return track, or audio effect rack in Ableton Live, processing everything from drums and percussion to synths, vocals, and full mix buses. The optimised CPU usage lets you run multiple instances across your session, and full automation compatibility means every parameter integrates seamlessly with Ableton's clip envelopes and arrangement automation.

Technical Specifications & Package Contents

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

Ableton Live Version: 12.0.5 or higher
Max for Live Version: 9.0.9
Operating System: macOS 10.13+ / Windows 10+
CPU: Modern multi-core processor recommended
RAM: 4GB minimum (8GB+ recommended for complex sessions)

TECHNICAL FOUNDATION:

Powered by Max's tapin~/tapout~ delay objects for sub-sample accurate delay timing and continuous pitch-shifting capability
Dual independent delay lines with separate signal paths enable complex rhythmic patterns and ping-pong routing
Custom swing calculation algorithms apply mathematical timing offsets (Tight: 58-62%, Medium: 63-67%, Heavy: 68-72%, Shuffle: 73-80%) to delayed signal
Optimised CPU usage through efficient Max DSP processing, maintaining clarity even with high feedback settings

STANDARD EDITION - COMPLETE PROFESSIONAL TOOL:

Interface Features:

Clear button layout with dedicated controls for each delay line
Visual swing mode selector with four algorithm options
Link button for unified delay line control
Spread function for ping-pong delay routing
Dry/wet crossfade control (0-100%)

Key Parameters:
Straight and Swung delay lines offer independent timing (1n-32n note values), feedback and level controls. The Swing Amount control (50-80%) adjusts groove intensity, with each Swing Mode applying different mathematical multipliers for varied feels. The Link button couples both delay lines for unified control, whilst the Spread function enables ping-pong routing by cross-feeding delay lines.

PRO EDITION - EVERYTHING IN STANDARD, PLUS:

This device is built around Max's tapin~/tapout~ delay objects with custom swing processing algorithms, providing tempo-synced dual delay lines with mathematically precise groove generation and an integrated signal processing chain.
Interactive frequency display shows your EQ settings with draggable control points

Double-click handles to reset; Cmd/Ctrl-double-click for default positions
Filter toggles (High Pass, Peak/Notch, Low Pass) show/hide respective controls
Real-time spectrum analysis displays both wet and dry signals
Visual swing mode selector for quick algorithm switching

Visual Feedback System:

Real-time spectrum analysis showing frequency content of delayed signal
Interactive EQ curve display with draggable control points
Visual swing mode indication for immediate algorithm identification
Dry/wet signal comparison through dual spectrum display

Advanced Processing:

3-band parametric EQ: High Pass (20Hz-1kHz), Peak/Notch (20Hz-20kHz), Low Pass (1kHz-20kHz)
Stereo width control (0-200%) for spatial delay manipulation
Filter bypass toggles for efficient workflow
All processing maintains Max's audio quality standards

Swing Delay - Max for Live Delay Device

Professional Rhythmic Control for Standard & Pro Editions

Which edition is right for you?

Product FAQs

STANDARD EDITION - COMPLETE PROFESSIONAL TOOL:

Interface Features:

PRO EDITION - EVERYTHING IN STANDARD, PLUS:

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Which edition is right for you?

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