10 great new sound libraries: Indian autorickshaws, WWI firearms, Ambisonic Rome, versatile office equipment, essential doors, and more

This week on A Sound Effect, we delve into an array of captivating sound libraries that cater to a variety of audio needs. For environments, explore the vibrant and immersive city life of Rome, as well as the tranquil and serene shores of Indonesia. For automotive enthusiasts, check out a dynamic '02 Nissan 350Z sports Read more

World War I Firearms

FIELD RECORDINGS FROM A FORGOTTEN ARSENAL

WORLD WAR I FIREARMS is a library of authentic WWI weapon sound effects — recorded outdoors with original rifles, revolvers, and shotguns. It captures not just the gunshots, but the full mechanical reality: cocking, reloading, dryfires, misfires, and handling. Multiple mic perspectives across two contrasting environments deliver natural space and variation. Built for professional sound designers who need real material with real character.

WORLD WAR I FIREARMS | Sound Effects | Trailer

Authentic WWI Weapons

Original rifles, revolvers, and shotguns from the First World War – recorded on location with expertise. No replicas, no modern stand-ins. Just the real thing.

Complete Mechanical Detail

Includes everything from dryfires and reloads to bolt actions and handling. These elements bring weight and realism to your design, far beyond the shot itself.

Natural Acoustic Environments

Recorded at two distinct outdoor locations – one reflective, one diffuse – to capture authentic tail behaviour. Includes close, mid, and far mic positions for spatial control.

Formats for Flexible Workflows

Stereo, Ambisonics, and ORTF3D formats ensure the library fits into post, game, or immersive production pipelines without compromise.



Firearmms included:

Revolvers
Colt New Service
M1917 Revolver
Webley Mk VI
Nagant M1895

Pistols
Steyr M1912
Colt M1911
FN Highpower
Mauser C96
P08 Luger

Rifles
M1917 Enfield
Mosin Nagant 1891
Mosin Nagant M1907
Springfield M1903
Springfield M1903 A4
Steyr 1895
Krag–Jørgensen
Shotguns
Browning Auto 5
Winchester M1887

Esoteric Series Trinity Bundle Vol. 1 – ACQUA / AR / FUEGO (Air, Water & Fire)

Robert Fulton Esoteric Series Trinity Bundle Vol. 1 – ACQUA / AR / FUEGO (Air, Water & Fire) combines three meticulously crafted volumes (Vol. 1 – Third Element – ACQUA, Vol. 2 – First Element – FUEGO, Vol. 3 – Second Element – AR) into a single premium SFX library. Drawing on over seven years of field recordings, this bundle delivers 470 unique sounds reworked in 24 bit/96 kHz Hi‑Res WAV: from lapping waves and bubbling streams to crashing waves and colossal tsunamis, from crackling flames and roaring firestorms to thunderous eruptions and ash‑choked roars, from subterranean springs and tidal surges to razor‑sharp gusts and phantom breezes. Every sample has undergone advanced post‑production to guarantee an immersive, noise‑free experience that elevates your projects.

Perfect for sound designers, composers and immersive creators working in film, video games, VR, trailers and art installations, this elemental library unlocks the full spectrum of nature’s sonic palette.

Real Firearms Firing

34 different firearm sound effects: revolver, pistols firing, pistols firing with silencer, Assault rifles, MG and Sub MG firing, and firing with Suppressors, Sniper rifle firing, Missile launcher firing and missile flyby sounds,
Shotguns firings and firing sounds with suppressors, Grenade Launchers firing sounds.

5 Single shots for each weapon, firing loops, rapid shots, reloads, magazine eject and insert sounds, gun handling sounds, shell dropping sounds for different weapon, bullet whiz sounds and bullet hits, ricochets on different surfaces.

Also collection includes bullet whiz sounds, ricochets and bullet impacts on different surfaces: Human body, glass(big, medium, small), pottery, soft surfaces, plastic, car windshield, concrete, ground, metal, tinplate, wood. 4 hit sound samples for each.
The sound files were cleaned and prepared for use.

Fireworks 360

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)

Fire & Lava Vol. 1

Work from a safe distance. Our new Fire and Lava SFX collection will heat up your projects to extreme levels! Boasting thick flowing rivers of lava, ground shaking volcano rumbles, frenzied flame sounds varying from large, aggressive infernos, to soul soothing campfires and more.

Alongside pre-designed sounds ready to drag and drop straight into your projects, also included are raw stems to bring you a construction kit that gifts you creative powers that emulate the scorching sonic reality of fire and lava. Our team combined high-quality field recordings, synthesis, and beautifully performed Foley to meticulously crafted a huge variety of sounds such as isolated fire cracks and lava pops, earth cracks, rumbles and much more.

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.

Firearm

Experience the firepower of our Firearm sound effects pack, featuring 200 meticulously recorded audio clips. Perfect for filmmakers, game developers, and audio enthusiasts, this comprehensive collection covers a wide range of firearms—from pistols to rifles and beyond. Each sound is expertly crafted to capture the intensity and realism of gunshots, reloads, and handling noises, ensuring authenticity in every scene. Whether you’re creating a high-octane action sequence, a gritty war drama, or a tactical shooter game, these versatile sounds add depth and immersion to your projects. Dive into a world of cinematic gunfire and elevate your sound design with our extensive library of firearm sound effects, enhancing the impact and realism of your storytelling.

 

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