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Steller Sea Lions
The Steller Sea Lions library is a mini library of stereo recordings from an expedition up the coast of Vancouver Island. In this library you will find a variety of vocalizations from a colony of over 200 Steller Sea Lions.
It’s everything you’d need for any linear or game media.
The Herring spawn (or Herring run) happens every spring along eastern Vancouver Island. Adult Pacific Herring congregate in huge numbers along the coastal shorelines.
This brings an abundance of wildlife to the coastal areas of Vancouver Island.
The Master Gun Ultimax 100 Sound Effects library is recorded using a large array of various microphone configurations, we recorded shots from several distances in an open shooting range in the Nevada Desert.
Our raw shots features a total of 20 channels including 10 Stereo sources. All of our close and mid spaced pair Microphone options can be used as two independent mono microphones. The right side of every spaced pair will have more Mech than its left side counterpart.
Every single gun has been recorded using the same gain settings on the same recorders, and we have level matched each microphone option between the same calibers so your 50ft microphones will be the same or similar across all libraries that share the same calibers. This makes mixing large amounts of weapons easier as the loudness and character of each gun is predictable.
Our foley features a total of a stereo A/B pair of Neumann KMR81i mts which are placed on both the left and right of the gun. All of the foley has been recorded at 192kHz for extreme processing workflows.
Created from the ground up we’ve designed a collection of game-ready mixes for your next project. If you are creating your own custom weapons system and would like to use our designed mixes in your project, you can use our no-tail options which are our realistic designed mixes without our tail layers. Just drag, and drop.
All files contain extensive metadata to provide you with the fastest and easiest workflow possible. Metadata can be read and processed by audio management tools. Some digital audio workstations feature an included search tool that can also read embedded metadata.
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.
Looking to transport your audience straight to the 1980s? Need to build the perfect atmosphere of a buzzing shopping mall arcade? Want to capture the vibe of those early living room gaming sessions?
Whether you’re recreating vintage console-style environments or crafting your own retro-inspired game audio, the 8-Bit and Retro Game Sounds library has you covered.
Experience the classic 8-bit sounds from 1980s arcades and home gaming systems – including effects from gameplay actions, item pickups, battles, catchy chiptune melodies, beeps, and other nostalgic retro gaming audio.
With more than 500 lo-fi, gritty sound effects, this collection delivers over 2 gigabytes of meticulously crafted audio – packed with authentic retro and 8-bit game sounds:
The package features authentic 8-bit game sounds alongside retro-style clips that have a more contemporary twist.
Transport yourself to the tranquil depths of ancient caves with this atmospheric soundscape collection. “Ancient Caves Ambiences” features 8 serene tracks that capture the essence of solitude and peace in the heart of the earth. With a total duration of 25 minutes and 11 seconds, this pack brings together soothing elements such as the subtle sound of water dripping, distant birds, and the gentle resonance of a meditation bowl. Perfect for relaxation, meditation, or setting a calm, mystical atmosphere, these tracks invite you to unwind and connect with nature’s quiet beauty.
Included Elements:
With its immersive sound textures, “Ancient Caves Ambiences” creates a peaceful auditory experience ideal for meditation, deep focus, or creating a serene ambiance in any space.
Step into the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant cities with Streets of Istanbul, a rich tapestry of field recordings capturing the everyday rhythm, pulse, and energy of Turkey’s cultural capital.
From the echoing calls to prayer near ancient mosques to the lively chatter of open-air bazaars, this collection immerses you in authentic urban textures and atmospheric soundscapes. Hear the hum of the port, footsteps on cobblestone alleys and the ever-present hum of street life—crowds, vendors, passing trams, and distant seagulls.
Whether you’re a sound designer, filmmaker, game developer, or just a lover of sonic storytelling, these recordings bring Istanbul’s layered sonic identity directly to your ears.
Includes:
Royalty-Free for Commercial and Personal Use
Bring the soul of Istanbul into your next project.
Haunting, metallic creaks and moans of a ship’s steps as it shifts with the sea in Reykjavik Harbour. Recorded with a LOM Geofon this sound library contains eerie, dissonant textures and deep resonant tones, ideal for abandoned, post-apocalyptic or ghostly atmospheres.
Continuing the popular Videogame Foley Essentials series (Vol. I, Vol. II, Vol.III), Vol. IV offers an additional 1325 individual sound effects all mixed at the same volume level, carefully cleaned of any unnecessary background noise and artifacts. These sounds are ready to be integrated into any audio middleware solution, such as Wwise or FMOD. Recorded with videogame development in mind, all sounds are short, snappy one-shots with dozens of iterations, making them ideal for layering, stretching and bending to achieve surprising results. The goal is to streamline the workflow for editors and sound designers by providing ready-to-use sound batches for their middleware projects, avoiding auditory repetition and fatigue for gamers while keeping them fully immersed in their upcoming adventures.
You’ll find in this library the following folders with clear nomenclature and corresponding metadata related to various interactions either with environmental objects or the characters in the game:
“Ambisonic Sounds – Inside Passenger Jet Vol.2” is a collection of immersive sounds for multimedia content creators, computer game developers and those who like to experiment with sound.
The sound pack includes 31 files in Ambix.wav format and 31 files in wav format that can be used to create ambience sound inside a passenger plane.
All recordings were made with a Zoom H3-VR recorder in the Ambisonics A format (96 kHz 24 Bit) and then converted to the AmbiX and Stereo formats (96 kHz 24 Bit), which are located in different folders of this sound pack.
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.
Adaptive Triggers is a sound library focused on the unique haptic mechanics of the PlayStation DualSense game controller. At the heart of this collection are detailed recordings of the controller’s adaptive triggers and rumble features, captured to showcase a range of mechanical and tactile sounds.
To generate these sounds, custom trigger behaviors were programmed using reWASD mapping and DualSenseX controller software. This allowed for the creation of varied press patterns, resistance levels, and haptic feedback combinations. We created a wide range of sounds: from gritty, grinding trigger pulls to rhythmic press sequences, mechanical clicks, and deep rumbles. These sounds were captured using a Sennheiser MKH 8050 microphone paired with a Zoom F6 recorder, ensuring ultra-clean recordings with extended high-frequency detail—ideal for pitch manipulation.
The result is a versatile set of controller-based source material, perfect for creating sci-fi weapon reloads or trigger pulls, futuristic interface interactions, robotic mechanisms, or experimental percussion layers for music and sound design.
The final collection includes 150 WAV files delivered in 24-bit 192kHz format, with a total size of 668 MB. All files are fully UCS-compliant and include detailed metadata for easy integration into your workflow.
Controllers is especially well-suited for:
Futuristic interface design and control systems
Weapon mechanisms or sci-fi gear in video games and film
Robotic movements, servos, or haptic feedback emulation
Experimental percussion layers in music production and sound design
Library Specifications:
Source: PlayStation DualSense controller
Focus: Adaptive triggers & haptic rumble mechanisms
Reprogramming Tool: reWASD / DualSenseX (custom trigger tension, click patterns, rumbles)
Microphone: Sennheiser MKH 8050 (supercardioid)
Recorder: Zoom F6 (32-bit float, 192kHz)
Final Format: 150 WAV files at 24-bit / 192kHz (Mono)
Library Size: 668 MB
Metadata: UCS-compliant with embedded keywords
Rustling Winds captures the many nuances of wind as it moves through fields, grasslands, forests, and dense shrubs.
You’ll hear soft breezes brushing through tall bamboo, strong gusts sweeping across wheat and cornfields, leaves rustling high in forest canopies, and frozen branches creaking in the winter cold. Each recording reveals a different texture shaped by its environment.
Recorded in multiple countries using various microphone setups, and delivered in both stereo and surround, this library offers a rich variety of natural winds in vegetation.
Vegetation Types
Cornfield • Wheat field • Bamboo • Frozen branches • Dry & green grass • Palm tree • Dead pine • Eucalyptus • Bushes • Ferns • Poplar • Beech • Kauri • Raupo reeds • Alpine forest • Deciduous & coniferous forest
Stereo and Surround
Recorded with multiple microphone setups, this library is delivered in 5.0 (L/R/C/Ls/Rs) and Stereo.
43 Stereo files + 10 Surround files
Gear used
Zoom F3 • Zoom F6 • MixPre-6 II • Usi Pro • MKH30 • MKH8040 • H1n • mikroUsi • NT-SF1
Metadata
This sound library is UCS compliant and comes with fully embedded metadata compatible with Soundly, Soundminer and Basehead.
A collection of sounds with seamless loops of wind sounds.
This small wind sound pack contains 21 non-looped and 21 looped sounds.
Streetscape is an extremely focused urban ambience library: It features nearly two hours of exterior stereo recordings of only a few city blocks, portraying a gritty and dense urban setting, perfect for any urban thriller, modern noir, or cyberpunk project.
Recorded four stories above street level in San Francisco, articulate details are balanced with natural diffusion and slapback in this dense urban corridor, allowing the recordings to sit in a mix with definition but without distraction. The recordings are between three and nine minutes long, have UCS-compliant filenames and metadata, and are provided with markers describing significant sound events. They have been carefully curated to not have any music from radios inside passing vehicles or local businesses, no wind, only adult voices, and only a handful of birds can be heard in a few of the recordings.
The ambiences range from quiet and sparse to vibrant and active, with shouts and murmurs between car pass-bys and other events, echoing off the buildings crowded together like uninterrupted canyon walls. The city comes to life through the clanks of truck lift gates, rattling manhole covers, skateboard wheels over sidewalks, and even open grates down to the subway below, emitting an infamous “howl” as the train cars pass underground. Conversations, arguments, vehicular beeps, garbage trucks, electric buses, motorcycles, hydraulic brake releases, jackhammers, police sirens, car alarms, and more provide textures and specific sounds useful for any story set in a big city.
Whether used as full beds or sliced up into specific sound events, Streetscape can help build a dynamic, lived-in city soundscape for your film, show, or game.
The Dhyāngro is a Nepalese Frame Drum, often used by the Shamans during special ceremonies. I had the opportunity to sample one that was made in 1930. I’ve captured the sounds of the drum in a variety of different ways, including:
– Various impacts
– Bead Rolls
– Skin Slides
And it also includes pre made Drum Loops to give you inspiration for new song ideas.
SENTINEL is a cinematic sound library crafted by French sound designer Julien Caraz, known for his raw, visceral approach to audio storytelling. Created exclusively for HorrorSound, this collection is a deep dive into organic sonics, stylized textures, and hybrid cinematic intensity.
Built for composers, trailer editors and sound designers, music producers working in film, TV, video games, and dark audio environments, SENTINEL delivers cutting-edge audio assets that push the boundaries of traditional sound libraries.
At the core of SENTINEL is a versatile collection of pulsing, tempo-synced loops, clearly labeled with BPM and key information. These elements are purpose-built to provide the foundation of your cues—delivering tension, momentum, and a sense of narrative progression with ease.
What’s Inside
Over 750 high-quality WAV sounds, broken down into:
430 Loops
Fully stemmed and mixed for maximum flexibility
BPM + Key labeled
Rhythmic beds, pulsing grooves, evolving patterns
320 One-Shots
Braams
Impacts & Hits
Drones & Abstract Textures
Risers
Signature Sounds
Designed For
Film & Game Sound Design
Horror, Thriller & Sci-Fi Scores
Trailer Music Production
Ambient & Experimental Music
Audio Post & Immersive Installations
Available in three separate versions:
Complete – 750+ sounds $99
Loops Only – 430 sounds $69
One-Shots Only – 327 sounds $49
The Master Gun RPK-74 Sound Effects library is recorded using a large array of various microphone configurations, we recorded shots from several distances in an open shooting range in the Nevada Desert.
Our raw shots features a total of 28 channels including 13 Stereo and 2 mono sources. All of our close and mid spaced pair Microphone options can be used as two independent mono microphones. The right side of every spaced pair will have more Mech than its left side counterpart.
Every single gun has been recorded using the same gain settings on the same recorders, and we have level matched each microphone option between the same calibers so your 50ft microphones will be the same or similar across all libraries that share the same calibers. This makes mixing large amounts of weapons easier as the loudness and character of each gun is predictable.
Our foley features a total of 4 audio channels with 1 Stereo and 2 mono sources, including the Sanken CO-100k which captures frequencies above 100kHz for extreme pitch shifting workflows.
In addition to the unsuppressed shot recordings, we’ve also sampled the RPK-74 with a suppressor attachment. The suppressed RPK-74 was sampled right after the unsuppressed recordings using the exact same microphone setup as the unsuppressed version. This provides you a seamless transition between the unsuppressed and the suppressed recordings.
The suppressed recordings also have the added benefit of muting the shot layers which helps bring out the intricate details of the mechanism (mech layers).
Because adding a suppressor to the firearm increases the weapons muzzle velocity, the fire rate of the suppressed weapon is slightly faster than its unsuppressed counterpart.
Created from the ground up we’ve designed a collection of game-ready mixes for your next project. If you are creating your own custom weapons system and would like to use our designed mixes in your project, you can use our no-tail options which are our realistic designed mixes without our tail layers. Just drag, and drop.
All files contain extensive metadata to provide you with the fastest and easiest workflow possible. Metadata can be read and processed by audio management tools. Some digital audio workstations feature an included search tool that can also read embedded metadata.
Spaceship Flying By Vol.2 is a sound effect library for creating exciting scenes in science fiction films, cartoons, animations and video games.These sounds convey the feeling of dynamic and fast spaceship flights, immersing the listener in the world of intergalactic adventures.
Spaceship Flying By Vol.2 includes flybys of 30 spaceships.
There are 3 variations of sound duration: 5, 15 and 30 seconds (+- 2 sec.), including 5
variations of spaceship movement in position in the stereo image, namely:
As a result, each spacecraft has 15 options for flying past.
Demo files for review (5, 15 and 30 second versions of the spaceship flybys “Stereo To Mono”) from the sound set “Spaceship Flying By Vol.2” in mp3 format with watermarks can be downloaded from this link.
(Ominous, pulsing music starts to build in the background) In a world where sound reigns supreme… comes the ultimate arsenal for your audio production. Imagine a collection of earth-shattering, spine-tingling, and awe-inspiring sound effects that will leave your audience breathless.
(Dramatic, cinematic sound effects start to play) Introducing Trailer Essentials – Big Screen Sound Elements. With over 370+ heart-pounding, cinematic sound effects at your fingertips, you’ll be able to craft trailers, teasers, adverts and cutscenes that will leave a lasting impact.
(Quick cuts of futuristic, dystopian, and horror-themed sound effects play in rapid succession) From blockbuster hits and sweeps, to sub drops and dystopian impacts, this curated collection of premium audio has it all. Perfect for games, film, motion graphics, cinematic music, and any interactive sound design project that demands the attention getting sound.
(Music reaches a crescendo) With 376 sound effects, all in stunning 96k 24bit .wav format, plus other formats, you’ll have the tools to create audio that’s truly unforgettable. 1+ GB of inspiring samples, 124 sound sets – glued files for faster sound design. The possibilities might just be endless.
(Music drops to a deep, ominous tone) Unleash the drama, the tension, and the excitement with Trailer Essentials – Big Screen Sound Elements. The ultimate sound resource for the modern audio designer. (Music fades, video fades to black)
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.
Dark Drone Soundscape Vol.2 is a set of soundscapes for creating atmosphere in horror games, movies and sci-fi. They allow you to immerse yourself in a world of mysterious and frightening sounds, creating a feeling of presence in uncharted space.
With the help of seamless loops and sounds of Dark Drone Soundscape, you will be able to create unique soundscapes that will keep your audience on the edge of their seats and make them feel like they are part of an exciting adventure. These sounds are perfect for creating a tense and mystical atmosphere, which is necessary for the successful development of the plot in your projects.
All sounds and loops in the Dark Drone Soundscape sound pack are created using a hybrid analog-digital hardware synthesizer, recorded and mixed in 24 Bit 96 kHz format.
Dark Drone Soundscape Vol.2 includes sound effects such as:
Each sound effect in this sample pack has 10 variations of different tones (from low to high pitch), looped and non-looped versions.
Demos of all sounds of “Dark Drone Soundscape” (one version, mid-tone) with watermark are available to download here.
Esoteric Series Bundle Vol. 2 – AIR & WATER is a premium professional SFX library that unites Esoteric Series Vol. 1 (Third Element – WATER) and Vol. 3 (Second Element – AIR) into one epic collection. Featuring 370 studio‑quality WAV samples at 24 bit/96 kHz, drawn from seven years of meticulous field recordings and advanced post‑production, it delivers the full spectrum of water and air:
Each noise‑free sample is engineered for deeply immersive ambiences, making this bundle ideal for film, video games, VR experiences, trailers and immersive installations. Download now to harness the raw power of air and water sound effects and elevate your projects to elemental heights.
A compact and intimate feline sound library recorded in pristine detail.
Cat Close-Up captures the subtle, healing sounds of a domestic cat at very close range — focusing mainly on purring, but also containing drinking and licking.
This modest collection was recorded using a Nevaton MC59 cardioid microphone paired with a Sound Devices MixPre-II recorder, allowing for exceptional detail, depth, and warmth. The proximity effect of the MC59 cardioid microphone brings out the rich low frequencies of the purr, giving it a tactile and soothing presence. Every sound is designed to feel close, soft, and real, even if the sounds are mono. The mono format creates an immersive, grounded feel — ideal for projects that benefit from a direct, unembellished sound rather than broad stereo space.
Though compact in size, the library was crafted with care to extract the most emotionally resonant tones from these everyday moments of feline life.
Includes:
Continuous and broken purring (deep, soft, rhythmic)
Licking sounds (grooming fur, tongue on fur)
Drinking (lapping water, natural variations)
Tech Specs:
Recorded with Nevaton MC59 cardioid mic + Sound Devices MixPre3-II
24bit / 96kHz WAV
Cleaned and lightly edited, ready to use
UCS compatible file names, descriptions
Nature Ambiences: Dawn Chorus
Experience the breathtaking spring morning birdsong in pristine, untouched nature. Recorded across remote woodland and mountain forests, this collection captures the pure, emotional beauty of dawn chorus of joyful birds in its most unfiltered form.
From the lyrical song of the nightingale and blackbird to the rhythmic calls of the great tit, robin, warbler, owl, and woodpecker, each recording reflects a living, breathing soundscape—almost out of this world in its stillness and clarity.
These 20 long immersive soundscapes offer rare access to approximately 1,5 hours of authentic birdsong ambiences that are increasingly hard to find—or record.
Designed with filmmakers, game studios, installation artists, and immersive audio practitioners in mind, this collection has the power to elevate beautiful scenes and evoke deep emotion.
This library reflects our deep passion for field recording and our commitment to preserving sonic environments with precision and emotional depth. Recorded using Sennheiser MKH 8040s ORTF setup
Find the true sound of nature’s richest birdsong.
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