13 new sound libraries Asbjoern Andersen

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This week on A Sound Effect, we're diving into a diverse collection of sound libraries that will transport you to different worlds. From the roar of engines to the tranquility of nature, these libraries offer a wide range of sounds to enhance your projects.
For those looking for realistic vehicle sounds, we've got you covered with detailed recordings of cars and motorcycles. You can hear a sleek Audi Q3 SUV, classic subcompact Renault Clio, luxurious Infinity QX30 crossover SUV, exemplary Mercedes GLA250 SUV, and roomy Audi A4 family car, plus perspectives of a rider on a 200cc quadbike and 50cc moped.

If you need to set the mood with atmospheric sounds, we have dynamic rain and thunder. And if you're looking for industrial sounds, check out roomtones from carefully-chosen factories and a collection of woodworking tools for carpentry.

Finally, we have three new musical instrument libraries that feature the electric Taishogoto, giving you a unique blend of traditional Japanese sounds with modern electronic effects.

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Industry – Factory Ambiences and Machines

'Industry – Factory Ambiences and Machines' by Sound of Essen offers a vast collection of industrial sounds, from factory ambiences to specific machinery movements. It includes sounds like assembly lines, engines, metalworking, and more from carefully chosen machineries.
 
  • Industrial Ambiences Industry – Factory Ambiences and Machines Play Track 282+ sounds included $72

    This library includes both factory ambiences and close up industrial machines.

    The perfect collection for  ambience beds for big noisy halls or a great tool for single machinery movements.

    Several locations were recorded, amongst it a a food manufacturer, a vinyl pressing plant, a cogeneration unit, a water pumpstation, a water treatment plant, steelworks and a machinery builder. Aditional sounds have been recorded around other industrial sites.

    For most machines, I used a multi-mic setup with a stereo (ab or ortf) unit, and several spot mics (incl. contact mics), which you can use as a construction library to mix to your own taste. For some machines, premixed files are included in a addition to the single layers.

    From the rattle of an assembly lines, to whistle of all kind of engines , deafening scream of giant units, distant chatter and walla of workers, hydraulic and pneumatic hisses and movements, stamping of metal parts as well as welding, brushing, giant metal saws, polishing, wet round grinding, milling, pounding compressors, noisy heating units, bubbling testing stations and many more machinery sounds all in big reverberant spaces as well as from dry close up (as far as inside) carefully chosen spots of machineries singled out, this library offers a broad range of sounds.

    The machines have been recorded in long continous ambiences as well as starting and stopping sounds, where possible.

    Sound from tools, like ground lift, gates or beeps are also included.

    Equitment used was: Sound Devices 744, Zoom F6, Schoeps MK41, Earthworks QTC50, Schertler Conatct Mic, Lewitt 540s, DPA 4060 / 61, Neumann KMR81i, Behringer Drum Mics

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The Carpenter

'The Carpenter' by Dramatic Cat features a wide range of carpentry tools, from hand tools to power tools. Each tool has flexible sound options for projects with woodworking or construction. Ideal for adding realism and depth to any scene.
 
  • Foley Sound Effects The Carpenter Play Track 1483 sounds included $75

    Our comprehensive sound library captures the authentic essence of carpentry work, featuring a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools. Each power tool has been recorded in action as well as in idle mode, allowing for versatile sound design options.

    Whether it’s the rhythmic strike of a hammer, the loud hum of an industrial planer, the raw power of a chainsaw, or the satisfying crack of splitting wood with an axe, this collection delivers high-quality recordings in both mono and stereo.

    Perfect for adding depth and realism to any project involving woodworking, construction environments or even lumberjack scenes.

     

    Hand Tools

    Splitting Maul • Large Axe • Small Axe • Bench Chisel • Drawknife • Block Plane • Beveled Edge Chisel • Bench Plane • Eggbeater Drill • Frame Saw • Half Round Rough & Smooth Files • Hammers • Hand Saw Long & Short • Precision Mitre Saw • Pruning Saw • Sandpapers • Gauge Chisel • Tape Measures • Triangular File • Wooden Mallet • Wooden Vice

    Pneumatic Tools

    Nail Gun • Compressor • Orbital Sander • Screwdriver • Eccentric Sander

    ‍‍‍Power Tools

    Benchtop Band Saw • Chainsaw • Industrial Band Saw • Belt Sander • Circular Saw • Cordless Drill • Drill Press • Cordless Screwdriver • Eccentric Sander • Hand Planer • Jigsaw • Jointer Table • Long Belt Sander • Mitre Saw • Orbital Sander • Industrial Planer • Router Table • Table Saw • Woodturning Lathe


    ‍Gear used

    Sound Devices MixPre-6 II • Tascam DR-40 • MKH416 • MKH8040 • MKH30 • NTG5 • LOM Usi Pro


    ‍Metadata

    This sound library is UCS compliant and comes with fully embedded metadatas compatible with Soundminer, Soundly and Basehead.

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Renault Clio 2001 subcompact supermini car

'Renault Clio 2001 subcompact supermini car' by Krampfstadt Studio offers sounds of driving, interior and exterior foley, and mechanical and electrical noises. Recorded in 32-bit / 192kHz audio, it's perfect for adding realism to any project.
 
  • Car Sound Effects Renault Clio 2001 subcompact supermini car Play Track 227 sounds included, 43 mins total $65
    All files are recorded 32bit, 192 kHz, with RØDE NTG1, Line Audio Omni1, FEL Clippy XLR EM272 and Sonorous Objects SO.3 microphones, Sound Devices MixPre-6 II & Zoom F3 recorders. Library contains wav files of driving, interior and exterior foley, mechanical and electrical sounds. It is also available in UCS.
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Electric Taishogoto Volume 3 – Osaka Overdrive

'Electric Taishogoto Volume 3 – Osaka Overdrive' by CB_Sounddesign recreates the Electric Taishogoto, a unique Japanese harp with a distorted, vintage character. It offers precise samples for expressive playing and includes built-in effects.
 
Electric Taishogoto Volume 2 – Tokyo Tapes

'Electric Taishogoto Volume 2 – Tokyo Tapes' by CB_Sounddesign captures the lofi character of a 1990s electric Taishogoto. You get thorough samples and real hardware processing create a unique blend of traditional sounds with vintage grit and imperfections. It requires the full Kontakt 6.8 software.
 
  • Cinematic/Trailer Instruments Electric Taishogoto Volume 2 – Tokyo Tapes Play Track $8

    „Electric Taishogoto“ for Kontakt 6 features a virtual instrument based on the traditional Japanese instrument “Taishogoto”, also known as the “Nagoya harp”. The version recorded for this Kontakt instrument is the electric version of a Sporano Taishogoto made in Japan in the early 1990s.

    It offers a unique combination of traditional and experimental sounds for a wide range of musical applications.

     

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Electric Taishogoto Volume 1

'Electric Taishogoto Volume 1' by CB_Sounddesign recreates a 1990s electric Taishogoto, aka the Nagoya harp. It blends traditional sounds with unique textures achieved through real vintage gear processing, plus you get 4 velocity layers and 3 round robins for up and down plucked notes.
 
  • Cinematic/Trailer Instruments Electric Taishogoto Volume 1 Play Track $10

    „Electric Taishogoto“ for Kontakt 6 features a virtual instrument based on the traditional Japanese instrument “Taishogoto”, also known as the “Nagoya harp”. The version recorded for this Kontakt instrument is the electric version of a Sporano Taishogoto made in Japan in the early 1990s.

    It offers a unique combination of traditional and experimental sounds for a wide range of musical applications,
    The instrument features meticulously sampled recordings of the DI signal with four velocity layers and three round robins for both up and down plucked notes, providing nuanced and expressive playability. There are also two different velocities for key presses, capturing subtle variations in attack

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Audi A4 2000 large family car

'Audi A4 2000 large family car' by Krampfstadt Studio features a wide range of sounds from a 2000 Audi A4, including driving, interior and exterior foley, and mechanical and electrical noises. Recorded in 32-bit/192kHz, it's perfect for adding realism to any project.
 
  • Car Sound Effects Audi A4 2000 large family car Play Track 280 sounds included, 60 mins total $65
    All files are recorded 32bit, 192 kHz, with RØDE NTG1, Line Audio Omni1, FEL Clippy XLR EM272, Sonorous Objects SO.3 and JrF C-Series Pro+ microphones, Sound Devices MixPre-6 II & Zoom F3 recorders. Library contains wav files of driving, interior and exterior foley, mechanical and electrical sounds. It is also available in UCS.
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Onboard Perspective: 200cc Quadbike

'Onboard Perspective: 200cc Quadbike' by Decal Audio captures the sounds of a 200cc quadbike from a rider's perspective. With detailed recordings of engine sounds, acceleration, and maneuvers, it's perfect for POV shots, action scenes, and off-road adventures.
 
  • Motorcycle Sound Effects Onboard Perspective: 200cc Quadbike Play Track 69 sounds included $22

    Feel the power of a 200cc quadbike with onboard perspective: 200cc quadbike sound effects library.

    Featuring 69 stereo recordings captured at 96kHz/32bit, this collection brings over 28 minutes of on board audio from a 200cc 4stroke quadbike captured from the rider’s point of view at various speeds, carefully labelled for easy editing.

    Key features:

    • Engine start-ups, idling, and revving
    • Accelerations, cruising, and decelerations, manoeuvres 
    • Mechanical rattles and engine vibrations

    Perfect for sound designers, filmmakers, and game developers, Onboard Perspective – 200cc ATV Quadbike delivers the sounds you need to enhance POV and close perspective shots, action scenes, and off-road adventures.

    Sounds Captured using a Clippy EM272Z1 stereo pair into a ZoomF3 recorder.

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Onboard Perspective: 50cc Moped

'Onboard Perspective: 50cc Moped' by Decal Audio captures the sounds of a 50cc moped from a rider's perspective. The moped had a side luggage rack attached which rattles quite prominently in some recordings to add texture/character, which can be heard clearly in the demo.
 
  • City Life Sound Effects Onboard Perspective: 50cc Moped Play Track 42 sounds included $12

    Get up close and personal with the sounds of a 4stroke 50cc moped in onboard perspective: 50cc moped sound effects library. With 42 stereo recordings captured at 96kHz/32bit, this collection provides a wide range of authentic moped sounds recorded directly from the rider’s point of view. The moped had a side luggage rack attached which rattles quite prominently in some recordings, whilst this adds some texture/character please note this – it’s ensured this can be heard clearly in the demo.

    Key features:

    • Engine start-ups, idling, and revving
    • Various Accelerations, cruising, and deceleration movements
    • Mix of bumpy off road and smoother road terrains

    Designed for sound editors, designers, game developers, and filmmakers, Onboard Perspective – 50cc Moped gives you a set of sounds to bring any moped POV and close perspective shots to life. Perfect for creating realistic urban environments, vehicle sequences, or light motor scenes.

     

    Sounds Captured using a Clippy EM272Z1 stereo pair into a ZoomF3 recorder.

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Rain, Thunder & Lightning Vol. 1

'Rain, Thunder & Lightning Vol. 1' by 344 Audio offers a great collection of rain, thunder, and lightning sounds. It provides versatile audio effects for creating immersive weather atmospheres with isolated thunder claps and a variety of rain intensities.
 
  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Rain, Thunder & Lightning Vol. 1 Play Track 104 sounds included $52

    Storm Alert: Rain, Thunder, and Lightning Vol. 1: Brace yourself for a thunderous soundscape – high chance of rain, lightning, and roaring thunder heading your way. Whether you’re building tension in a film, creating a dynamic game atmosphere, or adding flair to a cartoon, this library delivers the drama across all mediums.

    Designed with usability and versatility in mind, we’ve packed this collection with everything you need to create precise, realistic sound design or to flood entire scenes with immersive weather ambience and effects. Our team, featuring a top Foley artist, meticulously captured a huge variety of authentic sounds including isolated thunder claps – perfect for when you need thunder without the rain. No more digging through layers of noise to find that perfect rumble!

    Crafted from high-quality field recordings, synthetic elements, and beautifully performed Foley, Rain, Thunder, and Lightning Vol. 1 is your ultimate tool for cinematic weather soundscapes. From subtle drizzle to earth-shaking thunder, it’s everything we’ve always wanted in a weather library. We’ll let you take it from here. Stay tuned for further updates!

    All sounds are delivered in 24Bit 192kHz format allowing further sonic manipulation and have been meticulously edited and tagged with extensive UCS compliant metadata for ease of use.

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Audi Q3 SUV

'Audi Q3 SUV' by Watson Wu features a 2024 Audi Q3 S Line SUV, offering sounds from both an onboard perspective (cabin, engine, exhaust) and an external perspective. Recorded in 24-bit/96kHz stereo, it gets you the professional sounds you need.
 
  • Car Sound Effects Audi Q3 SUV Play Track 138 sounds included, 136 mins total $99

    2024 Audi Q3 S Line model SUV, 2.0 liter, Inline 4 cylinders, Turbo powered, All Wheel Drive, 251 horse powers

    Onboard perspective sounds are from 4 recording channels.
    Cabin in Stereo (left and right), Engine and Exhaust

    External perspective sounds are from one MS (mid side) stereo mic at fixed positions
    Sound Designers and Editors can use Mid from MS if mono is needed.

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Infinity QX30 SUV

'Infinity QX30 SUV' by Watson Wu features a 2018 Infiniti QX30 Crossover SUV, offering sounds from both an onboard perspective (cabin, engine, exhaust) and an external perspective. Sound Designers and editors can also use Mid from MS if mono is needed.
 
  • Car Sound Effects Infinity QX30 SUV Play Track 153 sounds included, 277 mins total $99

    2018 Infinity QX30 Crossover SUV, 2.0 Liter, 4 cylinder, Turbo, All Wheel Drive, 208 horse powers

    Onboard perspective sounds are from 4 separate microphones.
    Cabin Left, Cabin Right, Engine and Exhaust

    External perspective sounds are from one MS (mid side) stereo mic at fixed positions
    Sound Designers and Editors can use Mid from MS if mono is needed.

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Mercedes GLA250 SUV

'Mercedes GLA250 SUV' by Watson Wu features a 2024 Mercedes GLA250 Hybrid SUV, offering sounds from both an onboard perspective (cabin, engine, exhaust) and an external perspective. This is a very commonly-heard, modern, everyday 4-cylinder SUV.
 
  • Car Sound Effects Mercedes GLA250 SUV Play Track 152 sounds included, 213 mins total $109

    2024 Mercedes GLA250 Hybrid SUV, 2.0 Liter, 4 cylinder, Turbo, 221 horse powers

    Onboard perspective sounds are from 4 separate microphones. Cabin in Stereo (left and right), Engine and Exhaust

    External perspective sounds are from one MS (mid side) stereo mic at fixed positions Sound Designers and Editors can use Mid from MS if mono is needed.

    This is a very commonly heard everyday SUV or when you need a modern 4 cylinder vehicle sound.

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    Door Sound Effects Doors Various Play Track 551 sounds included $59

    In the quiet narrative of spaces, doors play a pivotal role, their sounds marking transitions and moments of privacy. The click of a lock on a wooden door, the gentle sweep of a corridor door opening and closing, and the tactile feedback of an entrance handle offer a sense of security and belonging. The unmistakable sound of a key turning in a lock, the soft thud of a closet door, and the distinctive clinks of lock mechanisms punctuate the silence with intention. The smooth hiss of a hydraulic door contrasts with the creak of an old wooden apartment door, each adding its own chapter to the story of daily comings and goings, encapsulating the essence of threshold moments in the fabric of everyday life.

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  • Door Sound Effects Doors Metal Play Track 456 sounds included $59

    In the realm of echoes and reverberations, metal doors and their components orchestrate a symphony of industrial sounds. The action of using a door handle, whether it’s the lighter click or the heavier clunk, sets the stage for the ensuing creaks and clangs of metal doors swinging open or slamming shut. The eerie screech of metal on metal, the clattering of a metal grid being opened, and the definitive shut of a metal locker add layers of depth to this auditory landscape. Knocking on a metal door introduces a rhythm, punctuated by the intricate movements of metal mechanisms at work. Each sound, from the subtle to the resounding, tells a story of passage, security, and the cold touch of metal in motion.

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  • Magic & Fantasy Sound Effects Magic Elements Play Track 533 sounds included $59

    Step into a realm where the mystical and the elemental converge, with this captivating collection of sounds. Experience the raw power of fire and water elements, the sharp sizzle of magic in the air, and the deep resonance of dark spells. Feel the rejuvenating essence of healing spells, the crackle of lightning, and the enchanting sounds of casting. From the crispness of ice to the lush whispers of plant magic, each sound is meticulously recorded, offering an immersive auditory experience for creators seeking to infuse their projects with the wonder and intrigue of magical realms.

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  • Animal Sound Effects Cute but Deadly Chihuahua Play Track 14 sounds included, 10 mins total $8

    Cute but Deadly Chihuahua is a Mini-Library consisting of barks, snarls, growls, yelps, whimpers, breaths and chuffs from my late dog Bellatrix. This library contains about 10 minutes worth of her vicious vocals and frustrated whimper yelps. This library really shines when you play with pitch and speed creating cute alien vocals or horrific monster growls. I’ve used these recordings in various feature films such as Piranha 3DD and The Devil Inside. She may be gone but her bark lives on!

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  • Foley Sound Effects Wire Cars Play Track 95 sounds included $45

    Experience the world of wire cars, capturing everything from the creation of these handcrafted African children’s toys to the sounds of them navigating different surfaces like dirt, asphalt, and tar. This collection features two types of wire cars: one with plastic wheels and another with metal wheels. The fabrication sounds were recorded in a studio, while the car sounds were captured outdoors, ensuring a rich stereo experience with both onboard and external perspectives.

    Our recordings encompass a variety of actions including wire bending, handling, and cutting with different tools, as well as driving on varied surfaces at multiple speeds. You’ll hear manoeuvres such as pickups, drops, skids, crashes, impacts, and a range of passes at slow, medium, and high speeds.

    The microphones utilised for these recordings include the Sennheiser 8020, Sennheiser 416, and Countryman B6.

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  • Animal Sound Effects Demonic Pigs Play Track 12 sounds included $10

    The Demonic Pigs audio library features 12 terrifying pig creature squeals, perfect for any horror film or game that is sure to strike fear into your audience.

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  • Foley Sound Effects Nepali Traditional Broom Play Track 10 sounds included $8

    During my stay in Nepal I visited a small village called Nala, and the people there all used hand made bamboo brooms to clean their homes. I thought it would be fun to do a bit of recording, as the sound of the broom is much rougher and thicker than most western brooms.

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  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Steel & Strength Play Track 971+ sounds included $30

    Gym Machines Sound Library – Extensive Collection of Fitness Equipment Recordings

    Whether you need metal impacts, heavy machinery sounds, or layered textures for sound design, this library offers an unparalleled selection of gym machine recordings to enhance your projects.

    All recordings were captured at 192kHz / 32-bit, allowing close-up recording without distortion and preserving ultrasonic frequencies for advanced sound manipulation.

    Extensive Machine Collection
    – Back Machine
    – Bench Press Bar Set
    – Cable Crossover Machine
    – Chest Press Machine
    – Multi Power Machine
    – Pec Deck
    – Pulldown Machine and more

    Flexible & Organized for Sound Designers
    – Each recording is available in separate microphone takes, giving you control over the tone and texture of each sound.
    – Files are intuitively named for seamless navigation and layering.
    – Some recordings retain their natural reverb, providing versatility for different applications.

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