Meditative Frequency Synth

Hi everyone,

I’m sharing a Max / Max for Live patch developed as an ambient and non-tempo-based frequency synthesizer.

The instrument is designed to generate sustained drones and slowly evolving textures without relying on Ableton Live’s global BPM. The sound engine is based on multiple sine wave oscillators tuned to fixed frequencies, selected through research into frequencies commonly associated with meditative and physiological effects.

The patch allows the user to switch between different frequency sources, shape amplitude over time using an ADSR envelope, and modify the harmonic content through waveshaping and soft saturation. A metro-based system is used to trigger slow transitions rather than rhythmic patterns.

This device was created as part of a collaborative academic project and used directly in a composition. It is intended for ambient music, sound installations, and experimental listening contexts.

I’m sharing both the .maxpat (for full patch access) and the .amxd (for Ableton Live users).

Any feedback, suggestions, or questions are very welcome.