13 great new sound libraries Asbjoern Andersen

Posted by Adriane Kuzminski in New sound effects libraries


This week on A Sound Effect, we have new releases that offer fresh inspiration and versatile tools for your projects.

If you are looking to voice mechanical objects, check out eclectic mixes of industrial machinery, mechanisms designed for robots and steampunk machines, and operational sounds for construction, workshop, and industrial scenes. We also have an '88 BMW executive car and sounds of 100+ toys for more specific mechanical sounds.

For collections that are more abstract, we have intriguing sounds of volcanic stone, dramatic tension-building risers, textural music evoking the feel of Journey or Monument Valley, and the nostalgic sounds of 8-bit video games.

Finally for those looking to get out in nature, transport yourself to serene environments with seaside morning ambiences, ancient caves from Yogyakarta, dramatic thunder from Java, and pure thunder strikes, booms, and rumbles with no rain, wind, or background noise.

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Obsidian Magic Needles

'Obsidian Magic Needles' by Nicolas Titeux features this volcanic stone that creates enchanting, pure tones. Get dozens of chime recordings, 200 sampled needles, and 40 processed sounds, all recorded at 192 KHz/24 bit.
 
  • Ice Sound Effects Obsidian Magic Needles Play Track 300+ sounds included, 68 mins total $69

    Have you ever heard a material that sounds like nothing else? Listen to the magical timbre of obsidian needles. Obsidian is a volcanic stone that, in very rare places on earth, solidifies into needle shape that produces a very unique sound, purer than metal and smoother than glass.

    I collected hundreds of these needles and I built 3 chimes with the needles that sounded best. Sound effects were recorded both with Sanken CO-100K and Sennheiser MKH 8040. All recordings and processed sounds contain a lot of ultrasonic frequencies, thus can be pitched with a great flexibility.

    Have a listen to the unheard and create magic, ice, glass or any new sound effect you want.

    FEATURES:

    • Dozens of chime recordings
    • 200 needles individually sampled
    • 40 ready-to-use processed sound effects

    SPECS:

    • 192 KHz/24 bit
    • Metadata UCS-compliant

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Jason Cushing’s TOYED

'Jason Cushing’s TOYED' by SoundMorph gets you over 5,000 sounds of 100+ toys crafted by Jason Cushing, a seasoned expert in sound design for games and films. It offers unique sonic textures ideal for various production styles.
 
  • Mechanical Sound Effects Jason Cushing’s TOYED Play Track 5000+ sounds included $49

    100+ Toys, 1500+ Designed Sounds – From Childhood Playthings to Cinematic Gold. TOYED has it all.

    Think You Don’t Need a Library of Toys? Think Again.

    This release might just change your mind—and blow your mind at the same time! TOYED is an exclusive sound library from the Founder of SoundMorph, Jason Cushing. With a 25-year career spanning AAA games, anime, cartoons, and film, Jason has designed for Electronic Arts, BioWare, and Epic Games, contributing to titles like the Mass Effect Trilogy, Skate Trilogy, and Unreal Engine’s weapon sound design. His deep expertise in cinematic sound design, UI creation, ambient textures, and weapons makes TOYED a versatile, high-end collection of professionally crafted sounds.
    Jason’s meticulous approach to field recording and sound selection ensures that this library isn’t just about capturing toy sounds—it’s about unlocking rich, unique sonic textures that are ideal for games, film, animation, and futuristic sound design. With contributions from longtime SoundMorph sound designers Andrew Pals, Tibo Csuko, and Vincent Fliniaux (GORE 2, WATER, Robotic Lifeforms 2), TOYED is built to deliver exceptional quality and usability across multiple production styles.

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Yogyakarta Cave – Kiskendo

'Yogyakarta Cave – Kiskendo' by Soundeffectstacks captures the raw acoustic beauty of this ancient underground space. With dripping water and ambient cave resonance, it offers an immersive experience.
 
  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Yogyakarta Cave – Kiskendo Play Track 43+ sounds included $25

    Captured in the depths of Kiskendo Cave, Yogyakarta, this field recording album explores the untouched acoustic beauty of an ancient underground space. The album features the natural rhythms of water dripping from stalactites, the ambient resonance of the cave’s vast chambers, and the soft cascade of spring water echoing through stone corridors. Each sound was recorded in its raw form, offering an immersive listening experience that reveals the cave’s stillness and power. Whether used for ambient projects, sound design, or quiet reflection, these recordings transport listeners to a world hidden beneath the earth—where nature speaks in echoes and time slows down.

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BMW 5 Series E34 1988

'BMW 5 Series E34 1988 executive car' by Krampfstadt Studio has 32bit, 192 kHz recordings made with RØDE NTG1, Line Audio Omni1, and FEL Clippy XLR EM272 mics, using a Sound Devices MixPre-6 II recorder. Get sounds of driving, interior, exterior, and more.
 
  • Car Sound Effects BMW 5 Series E34 1988 executive car Play Track 236 sounds included, 45 mins total $65

    All files are recorded 32bit, 192 kHz, with RØDE NTG1, Line Audio Omni1 and FEL Clippy XLR EM272 microphones, Sound Devices MixPre-6 II recorder. Library contains wav files of driving, interior and exterior foley, mechanical and electrical sounds. It is also available in UCS.

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Impressionism

'Impressionism' by Ni Sound has 100 textural music tracks (nearly 2.5 hours) inspired by Monument Valley and Journey. Featuring strings, harp, piano, and more, it creates immersive soundscapes for various projects.
 
  • Music Impressionism Play Track 100 sounds included $5

    Impressionism, masterfully crafted by Ni Sound, is a captivating collection of 100 textural music tracks inspired by the evocative soundscapes of Monument Valley and Journey. This cinematic anthology weaves intricate layers of string ensembles, harp, piano, synthesizers, and flute, creating immersive soundscapes that evoke themes of healing, epic grandeur, warmth, and haunting suspense. Tailored for documentaries, art games, advertisements, and projects inspired by literature, Impressionism invites listeners into a world of introspection, adventure, and profound emotional depth.

    Delivered in pristine 96 kHz WAV format, every composition undergoes professional post-production mastering, ensuring exceptional clarity and impact. With a total duration of 2 hours and 26 minutes, Impressionism is the perfect choice for creators seeking to enchant audiences with sophisticated, emotionally resonant sound.

    Additional Features:

    • Easy to use, drag and drop ready
    • AAA mixing and mastering
    • free updates to higher versions, Forever!

    Technical Details:

    • 100 audio files
    • wav format: 24Bit 96khz
    • unpacked size: 5.09GB
    • total run time: 2h 26m 16s

    The content of our sound fx library is free for use in commercial or non-commercial sound production purposes.

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Thunder Claps

'Thunder Claps' by Álvaro Gómez Zorrilla captures the raw power of nature with isolated thunder strikes recorded over five years in a secluded forest. In 32-bit/192kHz resolution, it offers authentic, clean thunder sounds without background noise.
 
  • Electricity Sound Effects Thunder Claps Play Track 40 sounds included, 15 mins total $80

    Captured over five years in a secluded forest house — THUNDER CLAPS delivers the raw, untamed power of nature.

    Recording lightning strikes at close range is one of the most difficult — and dangerous — things in field recording. Capturing them in a secluded home in the heart of the countryside has made this process a bit easier.

    Now sit and feel the intensity of authentic close, medium, and distant thunder strikes, booms, and rumbles — recorded at up to 32-bit / 192kHz resolution for unmatched detail and dynamic range.

    There are no other sounds in these files but the booming of the strikes. All tracks feature clean, isolated thunder claps — NO rain, NO wind, NO background noise — so you won’t waste time cleaning or editing. Just drag, drop, and unleash the storm.

    Note: The SoundCloud demo includes a rain texture just for protection purposes. This is not included in the library.

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Risers

'Risers' by Sun Sound Studio creates chilling tension. With 200 powerful Risers and 214 unsettling Stutter Glitch Risers, it combines organic instruments and synthesizers for immersive horror atmospheres.
 
  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Risers Play Track 414 sounds included $15

    Unleash the Terror: Introducing “Risers” – A Haunting Sound Effects Collection

    Prepare to plunge into the depths of fear with “Risers,” a meticulously crafted sound effects album designed to elevate the tension and dread in your projects. This comprehensive collection is divided into two chilling sections: powerful Risers and unsettling Stutter Glitch Risers.

    Drawing inspiration from the darkest corners of horror, “Risers” is built upon a foundation of terrifying elements. Immerse your audience in the grating sounds of grinding gears, the piercing intensity of screams, and the bone-chilling echoes of horrific groans. We’ve woven in the unsettling buzz of anxious flies, the clanging resonance of iron chains, and a pervasive undercurrent of unsettling horror symphony to create a truly atmospheric experience.

    This album boasts a rich tapestry of sound, incorporating both a multitude of acoustic instruments for organic texture and depth, alongside diverse synthesizer sounds for unique and unsettling sonic landscapes.

    Inside “Risers,” you’ll discover:

    • 200 powerful Risers: Build anticipation and dread with these impactful tension builders.
    • 214 unnerving Stutter Glitch Risers: Add a layer of glitchy, distorted horror to your sound design.

    All sounds are delivered in pristine WAV format, recorded at a high-fidelity 96000K sample rate with a 24bit depth, ensuring maximum audio quality and flexibility for professional use.

    These chilling and innovative sounds are perfect for:

    • Short Videos: Create instant atmosphere and impact.
    • Short Films/Series: Enhance dramatic tension and psychological horror.
    • Games: Craft immersive and terrifying audio environments.
    • Movie Trailers: Hook your audience with spine-tingling sonic cues.

    We’ve included three demo previews showcasing a glimpse of the terror that awaits. These are just a small sample of the unsettling sounds within “Risers.”

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Mechanism

'Mechanism' by New Sound Lab has 763 recordings of mechanical movements, including clicks, clacks, and gears. Designed for robotics, sci-fi, and steampunk projects amd delivered in 24-bit / 192kHz WAV.
 
  • Mechanical Sound Effects Mechanism Play Track 763 sounds included $39

    Mechanism is a collection of sound effects focused on the movement of mechanical devices. Featuring 763 meticulously recorded sounds, this library captures the tactile character of metal objects—ratchets, levers, gears, spring-loaded latches, and unique mechanical gadgets.

    The collection covers a wide range of mechanical actions: sharp clicks, metallic clacks, rotating gears, sliding mechanisms, and metallic movements. It’s built to support the sound design needs for robotics, sci-fi machinery, user interface interactions, steampunk devices, and more.

    Every sound was recorded using a Sennheiser MKH 8050 microphone and a Zoom F6 recorder and files are delivered in high-resolution 24-bit / 192kHz WAV format.

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Craftsman Tools vol. 2

'Craftsman Tools vol. 2' by rawAmbience gets you 179 foley effects of craftsmanship. Ideal for films, games, and interactive media, it includes tools and actions, providing rich audio for construction, workshop, and industrial scenes.
 
  • Foley Sound Effects Craftsman Tools vol. 2 Play Track 179 sounds included, 6 mins total $14.99

    Elevate your project with our sound pack featuring 179 realistic, high-quality foley craftsman and worker sound effects. Carefully recorded to capture the authentic sounds of hands-on craftsmanship and labor, this collection is perfect for adding rich, detailed audio to construction, workshop, and industrial scenes. Whether you’re working on films, games, or interactive media, these versatile sound effects will bring a dynamic and realistic touch to your project.

    Features:

    •  Cracking Wood : 5 audio files
    • Grinder : 5 audio files
    • Hammer : 24 audio files
    • Hand Plane : 3 audio files
    • Hand Saw : 10 audio files
    • Hand Screwing Nuts : 8 audio files
    • Marker : 11 audio files
    • Nail Gun : 19 audio files
    • Objects : 15 audio files
    • Picking Up Wooden Object : 4 audio files
    • Sandpaper : 14 audio files
    • Tool Box Nuts and Bits : 40 audio files
    • Wrench : 21 audio files
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Yogyakarta Thunder

'Yogyakarta Thunder' by Soundeffectstacks captures the essence of a storm in Kulon Progo, Java. Recorded on location, it features authentic thunder, wind, and silence, offering listeners a powerful, meditative sonic experience.
 
  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Yogyakarta Thunder Play Track 22+ sounds included $25

    Yogyakarta Thunder is a raw, immersive field recording project that captures the electric soul of a storm in Kulon Progo, a rugged region west of Yogyakarta. Recorded entirely on location, this album documents the raw force of thunder, the whisper of wind through tropical trees, and the intense silence between lightning strikes.

    Every track is a real moment—unfiltered and alive—delivering the atmosphere of a storm as it unfolds in the heart of Java. From distant rumbles to sky-splitting crashes, Yogyakarta Thunder invites listeners into a sonic experience that is both meditative and powerful.

    Created by Sound Effect Stack, this album is part of our mission to bring authentic environmental sounds to life. Whether you’re a sound artist, ambient enthusiast, or simply drawn to the rhythm of nature, Yogyakarta Thunder offers a deep connection to the elements.

    Let the storm tell its story.

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8 bit sound effects pack

'8 bit sound effects pack' by rawAmbience features 146 high-quality, customizable 8-bit sounds, including achievement, coin, and general effects. Perfect for video games, apps, and inventory system invoking nostalgia and creativity.
 
  • Game Audio Packs - Game Sound Effects Libraries 8 bit sound effects pack Play Track 146 sounds included, 3 mins total $10.99

    Unleash the nostalgic power of retro gaming with our high-quality Retro Video Game Sound Effects Pack. Crafted to emulate “8-bit” sounds of classic video games, this collection offers a diverse range of meticulously designed audio effects perfect for video games, mobile apps, and inventory systems. Each sound is customizable, providing sound designers and editors with an excellent starting point to tweak and adapt them to fit any project. Whether you’re aiming to capture the essence of vintage gaming or add a touch of retro flair to modern projects, this pack delivers the perfect balance of authenticity and creative flexibility.

     

    Included in this pack:

    • Achievement – 47 sounds
    •  Coins – 20 sounds
    •  General (all purpose) – 61 sounds
    • Loose / Deny – 18 sounds

    146 sounds that sounds that you can import directly into your project.

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Seaside Morning Ambiance Loop

'Seaside Morning Ambiance Loop' by Master of Dreams has 8 looped audio files of ambient seaside sounds captured on warm summer mornings in a mountain-side cottage village, 400 meters from the shore.
 
  • Bird Sound Effects Seaside Morning Ambiance Loop Play Track 8 sounds included, 35 mins total $5

    This small set of sound effects includes 8 looped audio files of ambient sounds recorded on warm summer mornings in a seaside village. The recording was made in the courtyard of a private house located in a summer cottage village on a mountain slope, surrounded by tall trees and bushes at a distance of 400 meters from the seashore.

    Recorded and mixed in 48 kHz/24 Bit WAV format.

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Mechanics 2 Sound Effects

'Mechanics 2 Sound Effects' by rawAmbience enhances realism with 115 mechanical SFX. These lifelike sounds capture machinery in motion, adding authenticity and immersion to action-packed or industrial scenes.
 
  • Foley Sound Effects Mechanics 2 Sound Effects Play Track 115 sounds included, 3 mins total $12.99

    Add a layer of authenticity to your project with this collection of 115 mechanical sound effects. Designed to enhance the realism of your game, film, animation, or any other creative work, these high-quality sounds capture the essence of machinery in motion, making your project feel more immersive and dynamic. Perfect for creating action-packed or industrial scenes, this pack will elevate your work with lifelike audio.

    115 sounds that you can import directly into your project.

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THE WORLD’S EASIEST WAY TO GET INDEPENDENT SOUND EFFECTS:
 
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:

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    Foley Sound Effects Grenade Foley Play Track 1374 sounds included $15

    A focused collection of grenade foley, captured with precision using replica units. This library provides the essential, clean sounds of tactical handling, interaction, and impacts.

    Recorded at 96kHz/24-bit across various surfaces including steel plates, carpet, wood floorings, soil, and grass, this library offers variation for different environments. The recordings feature grenade shakes, surface impacts and rolls, pin pulls, spoon lever ejections, spoon drops, and tactical gear foley, all captured with Lewitt LCT 540 S and Shure SM7B.

    This is a practical toolkit for sound designers working in film, games, and other media, providing a tonal and versatile foundation for building realistic military action.

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  • Door Sound Effects Locks & Doors Play Track 100 sounds included, 7 mins total $18

    This library gathers recordings captured with a contact microphone on various types of doors and locks. It includes wooden, metal, and plastic doors, as well as gates, residential doors, and office doors.

    The recordings highlight the internal mechanisms of locks: opening, closing, locking, unlocking, clicks, and latch movements. The collection also features isolated key handling and keychain sounds.

    The set provides detailed and usable sound material for sound design, post-production, or mechanical analysis.

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  • Animal Sound Effects European Birds 2 Play Track 961 sounds included $23.99
    “European Birds 2” is a sound library containing many recordings of 56 different species of birds, with a focus on isolated recordings of individual birds. All sounds were recorded in England, and all recorded species can be found in continental Europe. Many recorded species can also be found in varying areas of Asia.

     

    Includes:

    • Pleasing sounds from songbirds such as Robins, Blackbirds, Finches and Wrens
    • Familiar sounds of Pigeons and Doves
    • A variety of water birds including Moorhens, Coots, and Geese
    • Raspy calls of Crows and other birds from the corvid family
    • Melodious birds of open farmland, such as Skylarks and Yellowhammers
    • Chaotic songs of summer migrant warblers
    • Forest birds such as a Tawny Owl, Cuckoo and Green Woodpecker
    • and more! (For a full list of species, see the contents summary)

     

    Features: 

    • 950+ audio files in 24 bit 96kHz quality
    • WAV format
    • “Multi” and “One Shot” files provided
    • UCS compliant file naming and metadata, allowing for easy searching in sound library management tools
    • Available for commercial or personal use without attribution

     

    View a summary of included sounds here

    View a full list of included files here

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Latest sound effects libraries:
 
  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Extra Thunder Play Track 166 sounds included, 18 mins total $9.99

    EXTRA THUNDER – is an auxiliary sound library containing 166 unique sound effect files of thunder. From distant bellowing booms and rumblings to loud cracking and strikes. Whether it’s a background boom of thunder or close lightning strike you’re looking for; This Extra sound effects library will help supplement the electrically charged needs, of your next project. Extra Thunder comes in at over 18 minutes and was recorded at 192kHz / 32bit using an ultrasonic microphone. All of our libraries comply with the Universal Category System naming convention standard, allowing for accurate and easy granular searches.

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  • Cinematic & Trailer Sound Effects Extra Rain Play Track 106 sounds included, 141 mins total $9.99

    EXTRA RAIN – is an auxiliary sound library containing 106 unique sound effect files of rain. From distant showers to slow growing down pours and rainy days by the window. Whether it’s a gentle background shower or a wall of rain you’re looking for; This Extra sound effects library will help supplement the rainy day needs, for your next project. Extra Rain comes in at over 2 hours and was recorded at 192kHz / 32bit using an ultrasonic microphone. All of our libraries comply with the Universal Category System naming convention standard, allowing for accurate and easy granular searches.

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  • Bundles Quietsub FX Complete Bundle Play Track 15055 sounds included $379

    Quietsub FX Complete Bundle

    Quietsub FX is a library of 15,055 sound effects at 24 bit 96,000 BWF. The library is organized into a number of collections related to specific categories, and a large miscellaneous category. The library was recorded to be as comprehensive as possible with an emphasis on quality and choice for users.

    The Complete Bundle includes the following parts:

    Quietsub FX gives you a wide ranging library of sound effects. Production of the library focused on creating high quality and choice for users, which ultimately is what creators want. This package is ideal for film, video, radio, podcast, and wherever sound effects are used.

    All files include metadata.

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  • Travel & Transportation Quietsub FX Transportation Play Track 1321 sounds included $59

    Quietsub FX Transportation

    An extensive collection of 1,321 Transportation sounds. If it has means of movement to carry people or goods, whether by engine or human propulsion, you’ll likely find it here.

    This collection comes in two parts. The transportation portion, and Transit Chimes.

    Transit Chimes: Transit Chimes are the sounds you hear all the time on public transportation. Dings, dongs, attention getters. This collection of 70 sound effects gives everything you need to satisfy your craving for these noises. Use them in your productions, or start your own transit system.

    Transportation: People are always going somewhere. And they sure make lots of noise doing it. Just about anything that moves people or freight can be found here.

    Recording for this category is outside the studio affair. A tremendous amount of time driving and walking around, as well as planting yourself in strategic locations where vehicles do their thing.

    • Cars general
    • Classic cars
    • Sports cars
    • Boats
    • Aircraft
    • Bicycles
    • Buses
    • Motorcycles
    • Trucks general
    • Garbage Truck
    • Highway and street backgrounds
    • Traffic sounds

    This extensive collection touches all the bases.

    Files are 24-96000 BWF with metadata.

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  • Whoosh Sound Effects Quietsub FX Video Transition Sound Effects Play Track 128 sounds included $25

    Quietsub FX Video Transition Sound Effects

    A great collection of 128 Video Transition Sound Effects. These are designed to be used at video edit points to add impact.

    Video Editors will enjoy these video transition effects. In recent years, sound effects began appearing in videos to accompany the actual visual edit. This was the inspiration for creating this collection.

    There’s no better way to add depth to video edits than with short sounds and ramps. These work great with short video breakup visuals and flashes.

    This collection is made up of various wipes and transitions.

    Cut away. Chop, Hack etc. These sounds will make those video transitions more interesting.

    Files are 24-96000 BWF with metadata.

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