Popular sound effects in 2017 Asbjoern Andersen


Curious to know what the most popular sound effects libraries have been this year? So were we, so we crunched the numbers – and the results are in. Here are this year’s best-selling SFX libraries:

 

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High Tech Interface Sounds
 
  • Sci-Fi Sound Effects High Tech Interface Sounds Play Track 290 sounds included $30

    Looking for futuristic interface sounds? The High Tech Interface Sounds library is a targeted solution for just that. It features 280 sound effects in categories like Beeps, Buttons, Clicks, Data Processing, Micro High Tech and more – created by Sergey Eybog, who recently won an award for his user interface sound design.

For dynamic, sparkling user interface sounds that seem to trickle from a spacecraft dashboard, 'High Tech Interface Sounds' by Lesser Vibes will put you in the captain's chair. This library features 280 sounds of beeps, bloops and clicks that signal notifications, data processing, text transmission, and more. It even has bursts, crackles, sparks, alarms, drones and buttons sounds to give you the components of a functional ship. This library has already proven its favor, so let it inspire your next sci-fi RTS or space opera.
 
Bullet Impacts
 
  • Firearms Sound Effects Bullet Impacts Play Track 320 sounds included $35

    Prepare for impact! This EFX Bullet Impact collection features a huge number of impacts into cars, metal, walls, water, body impacts, as well as passbys, ricochets and underwater passbys.

    A must-have for for actual bullet and combat sounds – and for adding oomph to many other types of impact sounds too!

What can be harder to acquire than gunshots? Sounds of where those bullets went! 'Bullet Impacts' by Diegetix Sound LLC solves this dilemma with over 300 pings, pops, dings, and cracks of rounds destroying their targets. You will find metallic hits on a car door, shattering wall debris, meaty thuds of body hit foley, and much more. You will also find sonic details that will bring your sound design into a convincing reality with ricochets, reverb tails, near-misses and underwater passbys. It's no wonder this library has been so popular!
 
Lethal Energies
 
  • Sci-Fi Sound Effects Lethal Energies Play Track 1096 sounds included $59

    The Lethal Energies sound effects library gets you a powerful and versatile collection of designed sci-fi guns and weapons. We work as game sound designers and are huge sci-fi fans, and our aim with this SFX library was to build the ultimate, self-contained sci-fi weapon library – in the sense that it includes everything you need to create powerful weapon sounds.

    It comes with a range of designed weapons, divided into Light, Medium and Heavy weapon categories. Also included in the library are weapon construction kit sound effects like aiming sounds, laser blaster shots, shot punches, electricity sounds, foley sounds, force fields, sensors, servos, transitions and more.

    NEW version 1.2:
    Lethal Energies has just been updated with 65 new blaster shot layers and 9 loopable force field sound effects
'Lethal Energies' by Digital Rain Lab packs a punch that many cannot resist. This library was created to be the ultimate sci-fi weapon library, and with over 1,000 comprehensive sounds, it has achieved its goal. You can find sounds of blasters, cannons, lasers, electric currents and sparks, force fields, transitions, servos and sensors. It even has aiming sounds and tons of weapon foley for designed heavy, medium and light guns, making this a weapon construction kit that will give you seemingly limitless options. Once you see its jaw-droppingly modest price, we bet these sounds will be on your next timeline.
 
Swordfighter
 
  • Cold Weapon Sound Effects Swordfighter Play Track 479 sounds included $25

    Swordfighter is a robust package with sharp sounding swords, heaps of variations and all the extras you need to make a fight come alive. Build unique sword swings with various hits, swooshes, schings, different fighter vocals and impacts on various surfaces. All up there are 137 sword sounds, 93 surface impact sounds, 15 knife throwing sounds, 48 swooshes and 180 fighter vocals.

    This version includes two sub-folders: one optimised for a film & TV workflow and the other optimised for video games workflow. Plus a few bonus sounds of a charging army.

'Swordfighter' by Squeaky Fish doesn't hold back in its sword-swinging warrior action. This library has 180 vocals of male and female fighters giving it all for the Queen, both as lone soldiers and as a horde. It has the swooshing and slicing of swords, as well as sounds of these weapons being dropped, drawn, sheathed, and more. Plus it features foley of knife throwing, various surface impacts, and two separate folders optimized not only for film and TV but also game development. This well-rounded library is a no-brainer for your collection, and it's deserving of its admiration.
 
Just Impacts – Simple
 
  • Just Impacts – Basic is a huge collection of plain impact sounds. Metal hits, wood impacts, glass smashes, junk destruction – 618 Sounds in 360 files.

    This is a must-have construction kit whenever it comes to a movie or game scene where one object hits another. Think car crashes, robot fights, sci-fi battles or any other kind of impact that needs the right sound effect.

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'Just Impacts – Simple' by SoundBits is dedicated to individual destruction with over 600 punchy, crumbly impacts. With sounds of blocky wood hits, shattering glass, metallic rings, smashed plastic, and much more, this library not only gives you the variation you need for interactive scenarios, it also has textures and debris for the right amount of embellishment and accuracy - and metadata to lead you there. This library won't make a dent in your wallet, but it will surely impact your timeline.
 
Advanced UI
 
  • Electricity Sound Effects Advanced UI Play Track 928 sounds included, 21 mins total $59

    Looking for UI sound effects? The Advanced UI collection gets you a wide range of interface sound effects – from natural, organic and minimal pops, beeps and chirps to 8-Bit, hybrid and highly processed, electronic and digital SFX that will complete almost any project where UI/UX sounds are required. + Includes embedded Soundminer meta data.

    Designed for use in animations, video games, mobile apps, motion graphics, film, software development and industrial design projects, Advanced UI is a perfect fit for getting user interface sounds just right.

'Advanced UI' by Epic Stock Media has over 900 user interface sounds to fit a wide variety of projects. With sounds ranging from 8-bit bleeps and bloops, smooth minimalist finishes, complex calculations, futuristic chirps, organic bubbles, cybernetic notifications, and much more, this library will no doubt find its way into your game or film. It also has sounds that will give voice to your computers, navigational systems, robotic AI, sci-fi consoles, and whatever hybrid creations you design. Loved for its versatility, range and professionalism, this library is one to check out.
 
WINGS
 
  • Creature Sound Effects WINGS Play Track 1444+ sounds included From: $99

    We are extremely proud to present our first library, WINGS – a one-of-a-kind sound library.

    From tiny insects to small birds, from fairies to dragons, WINGS offers a creative palette with a diverse range of sounds to choose from.

    With over 1400 files (more than 4 GB for the 192 kHz version ) we’re confident you will find the perfect sound.

    When purchasing WINGS you get 2 packs, our Design category that includes 180 files and the Source category that offers more than 1200 sounds. Featuring the very best of our foley sessions.

    All single flaps have been careful edited, allowing for unique speed or rate adjustments.

    Pick your preferred version at the introductory prices below:

'WINGS' was the first library created by Bonson, and they couldn't have compiled a better collection. Featuring 1,400 sounds of wings, from the tiniest of insects to fantastic dragons, this library will inspire the creature design in your project. These detailed recordings of carefully crafted flaps offer variation in speed, proximity, and scenario - with landing, taking off, hovering, and flying franticly - and their 192kHz quality and designed versions offer immediate use as well as flexibility. This collection of airborne travel will last you for projects to come.
 
Diffuse City
 
  • City Life Sound Effects Diffuse City Play Track 116+ sounds included, 752 mins total $75

    Diffuse City is the unique urban ambience sound effects library you didn’t know you were missing. It captures the urban environment in its many forms – all based around the idea of diffuse ambience.

    The Diffuse City library is purpose-built for the times an environment needs to be felt, but not be distracting.

    Every track in Diffuse City was recorded with some sort of real life “filter” in mind; be it distance, elevation, time of day, physical material – Anything to provide the feeling of city life with out the specificity of many urban ambience libraries. No distracting close car pass-bys or people talking; only great natural ambience beds.

    Diffuse City was recorded in big cities, suburbs, small towns, and rural settings over a span of two years. It was largely recorded over very late nights, when very few people we’re around. Occasionally, however, a car would pass by… a gun would go off… While these were edited out of the recordings, they are included as “extras” in the library. Perfect for adding some flavor to a moment that’s authentic to the environment it was recorded in.

    Metadata – and markers:

    In addition to thorough metadata, each ambience in Diffuse City is embedded with markers highlighting unique moments that aren’t easily visible in a waveform. Software like Soundminer v4.5 and Reaper can display these markers, making it easy to identify distinct sonic moments in an otherwise nondescript waveform.

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    Markers in Reaper

    There are 10 areas of focus in Diffuse City:

    Elevated City • Distant Highways • Underground City • Distant City • Under Bridges • City Rumble • Empty Parking Lots • Alleys • Industrial • Window Contacts

    Hear examples and learn more about each one below

When 'Diffuse City' by Collected Transients was released, it told other SFX creators to step up their game. This library has sounds that are not only void of distracting voices and nearby cars, it also features the many ambient perspectives in a city. With sounds underneath rumbling bridges, through glass windows, from skyscraper rooftops and balconies, and away from the urban sprawl and interstates, you can sonically place your character exactly where she'd be. It also has sounds of alleys, deserted parking lots, airports, train yards, and factories during day and night. For dependable ambiences that meld accuracy and pliability, you won't find a better collection.
 
Signal Frontiers
 
  • Signal Frontiers is a huge collection of cutting edge futuristic sounds for interfaces, robotics, space machinery and more. The library contains 1000+ uniquely designed assets and covers everything from web interface to spaceship consoles, telemetry and ambiences, offering an unparalleled variety for any project. Signal Frontiers features more than 1000 stereo 48 kHz/24 Bit sounds, all Soundminer friendly.

    Sound effects include:
    Alarms • Confirmation • Computation • Data Scanning • Denial • Drones • Glitch • Navigation • Noises • Simple Tones • Telemetry and Transitions
'Signal Frontiers' by Digital Rain Lab is your go-to library of sci-fi and robotic textures for foley, UI and ambiences alike. This massive collection has over 1,000 sounds designed to be used immediately onto your timeline to deliver the immersive feeling of living on a spaceship. Whether you need smooth dashboard sounds, alerts and alarms for your machines, or assets to flesh our your ambience, this library has the variety and consistency to get you on your way. And with such detailed metadata, it won't be hard to find what you need.
 
Explosions
 
Explosions aren't something you can easily go out and record yourself, which is why it's best to keep some handy. If you are looking to start your collection of booms, 'Explosions' by Diegetix Sound LLC is a great place to start. With over 40 sounds of grenade blasts that have a beautiful punch followed by massive, rolling tails, this library will give you what you're looking for so you can quickly get your player into the action. With clean takes that shred the landscape and provide variation in perspective and proximity, it's easy to see why so many choose this library for their collection.
   
 

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A Sound Effect gives you easy access to an absolutely huge sound effects catalog from a myriad of independent sound creators, all covered by one license agreement - a few highlights:

  • Destruction & Impact Sounds Cataclysm Play Track 1482 sounds included $195

    Cataclysm is a vast collection of recorded, synthesized and designed sounds created to support important destructive moments and add a stronger sense of extreme consequence to any sound.

    The recorded section of library features elements such as flash powder explosions, propane cannon blasts and artillery cannons recorded in unique natural environments with violent transients and lush, long and varied tails. It also features falling trees, forge burners, large trebuchet wood groans, rock smashes as well as more ordinary items recorded and designed to feel like an over the top version of themselves such as vacuum cleaner suctions, metal vase holders, ground pounders and more.

    The synthesized section of the library features equally rich textures in the form of explosion sweeteners, other-worldly environmental reflections, scorching energy risers and more.

    Finally, recorded and synthesized content was employed to develop the designed section, where the hyperrealism of the recordings meets the clean yet aggressive textures of the synthesized section in catastrophic assets themed around the library’s title.

    Bonus: Two extra libraries included for free:
    This library also includes two additional releases from Mattia Cellotto - for free: Crunch Mode delivers 230 crunchy sounds made with a variety of vegetables, fresh bread, pizza crust and a selection of frozen goods. The Borax Experiment gets you 158 squishy, gory, slimy and gooey sounds.
  • CINEMATIC METAL – TITAN pushes big screen sound design beyond its comfort zone. New and unheard HITS, BRAAMS, BOOMS, IMPACTS, STINGERS and much more await you in the comprehensive Construction Kit and devastating Designed edition. Get over 12GB worth of clean, dazzling sound effects – available as individual components as well as layered, processed and ready to use.

    The library is available in two versions & a special bundle:

    CINEMATIC METAL – TITAN CONSTRUCTION KIT

    CINEMATIC METAL – TITAN sounds massive from start to finish. This Construction Kit in particular starts off with an unusual amount of kick. While foley and other, more meticulous applications are certainly possible, the main purpose here is to bring out the big guns and stomp any hint of moderation into the ground.

    LOCK AND LOAD
    Supplement your designs with detailed, high-end metallic sounds. The Construction Kit allows you to build unique, multi-accent effects that not only impress in scale, but also in fidelity, rhythm and character. This library particularly shines in situations, where the visible picture doesn’t necessarily produce the envisioned sound, but warrants its own supernatural emphasis.


    Files: 700 • Sounds: 4200 • Size: 10.9 GB


    CINEMATIC METAL – TITAN DESIGNED:

    Optimized for trailers, action scenes, in-game cinematics and special effects, the Designed edition brings fresh and exciting sounds to the table.

    Discover the force of aggressive, low, soft, processed, clean and tonal HITS, BRAAMS, IMPACTS, SCREECHES, STINGERS and SLAMS.

    DARK AND POWERFUL
    Paint a sense of dread and awe – CINEMATIC METAL – TITAN Designed can evoke fear of the unknown but just as easily kick into rampage mode: Empowered, ready for battle and thirsty for revenge. Find your perfect blend of haunting thriller and jacked, gritty anti-hero.
    Files: 100 • Sounds: 400 • Size: 1.5 GB


    CINEMATIC METAL – TITAN BUNDLE:

    THE BUNDLE – The best of both worlds at a discounted price.
    The Bundle gives you the full sound design power as it contains both – the DESIGNED and the CONSTRUCTION KIT edition at a discounted price.


    Files: 800 • Sounds: 4600 • Size: 12.4 GB

    Included sounds – keywords:

    Braam, impact, rattle, squeak, rumble, clang, crunch, bell, groan, squeak, creak, cymbal, stinger, rusty, gate, container, flam, click, chain, dragging, thwack, bolt, door, train, metallic, iron, sliding, pole, oil drum, scrap, nail, gutter, break, steel, rim, scaffold, crowbar, swell, brass, hook, grate
Explore the full, unique collection here

Latest sound effects libraries:
 
  • Friction Mallet_Pack 02 is a pack of friction and impact recordings using a Gongs Unlimited Birthday Party Silicone Rubber Friction Mallet against a plastic cookie container. The container is almost empty with only the leftover crumbs remaining.

    Using this Friction Mallet gets you a fun combination of Groans, Guttural Buzz Vibrations, Tonal Rumbles, Impacts, Bounces, Tight and Loose Slides, Swipes, and wild Pitch Bends.

    Packed in at 7.35GB, 1628 single triggered sounds totaling around 71 minutes to use as a creature, sound design, vehicle layer or any other layer you can think of!

    These sound files were recorded at 32bit, 192kHz using the Sennheiser MKH8050, Sennheiser MKH30 and Sanken CO-100K microphones into a Sound Devices Mix Pre-10ii.
    All are metadata tagged using the Universal Category System in Soundminer, and also searchable in Soundly, and Basehead.

  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Moaning Metal Play Track 183 sounds included, 36 mins total $10

    Moaning Metal features a unique collection of sounds captured using the LOM Geofon and other contact microphones. We recorded household and other metal items around the city to create an array of rich drones and eerie screeches.

    These sounds are ideal for adding depth, tension, and unease to your projects, whether you’re layering audio or creating an intense atmosphere.

    These sound effects have been carefully curated and edited, providing a ready-to-use and royalty-free sample pack.

    These samples can be used for various applications, from sound design and compositions for TV, film, and documentaries to video game development.

    They are UCS compliant, with the UCS-compliant document included in the download file.

    Each sample comes with embedded metadata for easy organization.

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  • Let your listeners soar through the skies with sound effects of interior idling, taxiing, takeoff, flying, landing, and more from the Airbus A319.

    Experience the sounds of one of the world’s most popular airliners with the Airbus A319 sound effects library. Perfect for film and television productions, this collection offers a variety of sounds, including takeoff, landing, taxiing, and in-flight audio, all without the presence of a crowd.

    Captured by a real pilot from inside the cabin, the library spans 84 minutes of authentic flight sounds aboard a narrow-body, twin-engine Airbus A319. The recordings include every stage of the flight, organized in chronological order for easy navigation:

    • Idling
    • Taxiing away from gate
    • Take off/taking off
    • Flying – climbing
    • Flying – cruising altitude
    • Flying – descending and maneuvering
    • Landing/touchdown/alight
    • Taxiing to gate
    • Mixed PA

    The coach perspective is free from passenger speech, with only subtle movement noises and occasional attendant voices. Additional content includes PA announcement excerpts and a loop of flying at cruising altitude.

  • Ambisonic Sound Effects Fireworks 360 Play Track 36 sounds included, 101 mins total $15

    These sound effects were recorded during the New Year’s celebration in Germany, capturing the explosive energy of fireworks in open spaces and residential areas. This library includes a variety of firework sounds, from distant bursts and crackling fountains to intense, thunderous detonations.
    These sounds are ideal for background use in your projects, whether you’re designing immersive celebrations, recreating festive atmospheres, or adding dynamic energy to dramatic scenes.
    These sound effects have been carefully curated and edited, providing a ready-to-use and royalty-free sample pack.
    These samples can be used for various applications, from sound design and compositions for TV, film, and documentaries to video game development and music creation.

    They are UCS compliant, with the UCS-compliant document included in the download file.
    Each sample comes with embedded metadata for easy organization.

    Format:
    • Ambisonic Files (AMBIX format, First Order Ambisonics)

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  • Electricity Sound Effects Super EMF Play Track 102 sounds included, 22 mins total $22.99

    Intarsia Sound Collections presents SUPER EMF – an extensive and diverse selection of recordings using a variety of processing distortion and spread techniques to push these assets further than ever before.
     

    • Over 100 Project-Ready Assets and Sources 
    • Designed and Source Recordings 
    • Over 22 minutes of content
    • Universal Category System (UCS) Compliant
    • Deliverables of 192khz & 96khz, 24 bit, Stereo .wav files
    • Royalty-Free for Commercial Use 
    • Embedded Metadata 


   

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