This week on A Sound Effect, we've got a massive and diverse collection of sound libraries to explore. Let's dive in!
For sounds of nature, check out crisp recordings of summer insects, atmospheric and eerie autumn forests, rich sounds of the Pantanal wetlands, colorful and diverse Californian birds, playful and mischievous canines, a vast array of animal sounds, majestic soundscapes of Norwegian mountains, a comprehensive collection of parks and rural sounds, tranquil countrysides and farms, and powerful immersive oceans, as well as restroom with trickling sinks and rushing showers.
We also have new human and vocalization sound libraries with sounds of combat, gruesome undead action, authentic recordings of people in public spaces, energetic and chaotic city life, always-handy vocal efforts, plus Greece ambiences from the Crete Panormos village and the Island of Thassos.
For vehicle sounds, we have detailed recordings of a '19 Diesel Automatic Hyundai Tucson, '03 Fiat Panda, and '03 Renault Scenic as well as dynamic spatial recordings of high-speed vehicles, various models of bicycles, and a versatile collection of common transportation sounds, from trains to airplanes.
Finally, if you're looking for sounds for music, television, and games, give a listen to the whimsical UI sounds for games and animations, nostalgic and futuristic collection of anime, raw recordings of vintage machinery, intense haunted houses, an ethereal taishogoto, cinematic sounds for film, mysterious futuristic worlds, mystical and spellbinding sounds, delightful musical sounds, everyday paper sounds, realistic tool and machinery sounds, vibrant and evocative soundscapes, huge dynamic explosions, and a high-quality 5,000 sound collection that will meet your diverse needs.
Happy listening!
Sound library highlight by Adriane Kuzminski
Hyperreal Crickets & Cicadas
'Hyperreal Crickets & Cicadas' by
Jake Fielding Sound has amplified insect sounds, designed to evoke emotion. Whether crafting an eerie, suspenseful setting or creating a lush, otherworldly ambience, these enhanced insect sounds bring intensity and depth to your scenes.
Hyundai Tucson Diesel 2019
'Hyundai Tucson Diesel Automatic 2019' by
Luminol Audio LTD features recordings of the Nissan Qashqai 2024 model. Captured using professional audio equipment, it offers detailed sounds of the engine, interior, and exterior, providing realistic and immersive audio.
Greece The Island of Thassos
'Greece The Island of Thassos' by
Luminol Audio LTD offers a collection of ambient sounds captured on the Greek island of Thassos. The recordings include the sounds of a hotel balcony, a serene beach, and the distinctive buzz of cicadas. Perfect for adding an authentic Greek atmosphere to your projects.
Residential Forest IV – Autumn
'Residential Forest IV – Autumn' by
chromsound captures the serene and dynamic sounds of a German allotment area in autumn. It gets you a diverse collection of ambiences, including bird songs, rustling leaves, distant traffic, and the quiet moments of the night.
Rural Brazil – Pantanal Ambiences
'Rural Brazil – Pantanal Ambiences' by
Jake Fielding Sound captures the vibrant soundscape of the Brazilian Pantanal. Featuring a diverse range of bird calls, insect chirps, and ambient sounds, you will be supplied with a realistic and immersive audio experience.
Ambisonics – Racing Pass-By Bundle
'Ambisonics – Racing Vehicles Pass-By Bundle' by
Sonic Bat offers 7 hours and 26 minutes of various sports cars and motorcycles racing at a track. Captured in both Ambisonics and stereo formats, you get immersive audio for film, games, and other creative projects.

Ambisonics - Racing Vehicles Pass-By Bundle
Sonic BatFist & Fury Ultimate Fight Pack
'Fist & Fury Ultimate Fight Pack' by
SwishSwoosh has 1500+ sound effects of melee, action, and close-combat scenes. It includes breakables, steel clashes, magical impacts, and more - powerful audio for any high-stakes battle scenario.
Zombie – The Monster Factory
'Zombie – The Monster Factory' by
The Monster Factory offers 20,000 zombie sounds, including diverse vocalizations, actions, and intensity levels. It features pristine audio quality, detailed metadata, and layering options for creating unique and terrifying zombie sounds.
Blacktone Studio Collection Vol.1
'Blacktone Studio Master Collection Vol.1' by
Foley Collection & Surround Sound LAB offers over 5,000 sound effects from their 10-year career. This 250GB library covers a wide variety (over 300 categories) and includes metadata for easy use in professional projects.
Public Spaces – Storms Lakes Parks and Rural Nature Exteriors
'Public Spaces – Storms Lakes Parks and Rural Nature Exteriors' by
Epic Stock Media offers 87 field recordings of natural environments. It includes sounds of forests, parks, lakes, seasides, and various weather conditions, providing authentic background ambiences for your projects.
Public Spaces – Crowds Walla and Everyday Ambiences
'Public Spaces – Crowds Walla and Everyday Ambiences' by
Epic Stock Media offers 116 field recordings of crowd sounds, walla, and everyday ambiences. It includes sounds of cheering crowds, children's laughter, restaurant chatter, and more for your backgrounds.
Electric Taishogoto for Audiomodern’s Soundbox
'Electric Taishogoto for Audiomodern’s Soundbox' by
CB_Sounddesign recreates the electric Taishogoto, a Japanese harp. It offers traditional and experimental sounds with various effects like distortion and tape delay. It requires the free Audiomodern Soundbox Engine and has a limited version compared to the NI Kontakt version.
Public Spaces – Basic Transportation Sounds
'Public Spaces – Basic Transportation Sounds' by
Epic Stock Media offers 132 field recordings of various transportation sounds. It includes aircraft interiors, city traffic, trains, boats, and more. Great for filmmakers, game developers, and sound designers, these recordings provide authentic background ambiance for your projects.
Public Spaces – Urban Life Exteriors
'Public Spaces – Urban Life Exteriors' by
Epic Stock Media has field recordings of urban environments. You'll hear bustling city streets, quiet town squares, and industrial zones that are ideal for authentic background ambiences.
Rural Ambiences and Textures vol.1
'Rural Ambiences and Textures vol.1' by
IVO VICIC SOUND LIBRARIES captures the essence of rural life, offering a diverse collection of sounds from farm animals and machinery to serene natural landscapes.
City Bicycles – Complete Bundle
'City Bicycles – Complete Bundle' by
Frick & Traa features 4 unique bicycles with various speeds, actions, and surfaces (asphalt, gravel, etc.). Recordings include onboard, tracking, and static perspectives for detailed control.
Ambisonic Sounds – Sea Waves Loops Vol.2
'Ambisonic Sounds – Sea Waves Loops Vol.2' by
Master of Dreams has immersive sea waves captured in Ambisonic format. It includes sounds of crashing waves, seagull calls, thunderstorms, and early morning ambience with cricket sounds.