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As both a sound designer and a father of three, I know how challenging it is to capture the spontaneous sounds of children at play in a perfect studio setting. Kids Vol. 1 brings that elusive magic straight to your fingertips, featuring a meticulously curated collection of authentic kids’ sounds—laughing, grunting, playing, screaming, singing, speaking, and more—recorded in both solo and group settings.
Each file has been carefully treated to remove unwanted noise without sacrificing the character and nuance of the original recordings. The sounds are trimmed and given clear, UCS-compliant filenames and metadata, so you can easily drop them right into your films, games, commercials, or any project that needs an infusion of childlike energy.
Kids Vol. 1 captures the sound of kids at their best—having fun.
Oil-Paper Umbrellas is a collection of sound effects recorded from three sizes of traditional oil-paper umbrellas.

It includes various actions such as unfolding, folding, handling movements, creaking, shake-outs, lock mechanism clicks, and grabs.
Microphones & Recording Equipment:
Mic (Facing Inward): AKG C414 XLII
Mic (Facing Outward): Sennheiser MKH 8040

Recorded at 96kHz/32bit using a Sound Devices MixPre-10 II, and bounced to 96kHz/24bit.
Over 28 minutes of startups, idling, takeoffs, hovering, approaches, pass-bys, and shutdowns from an Airbus three-blade helicopter, delivered in both stereo and ambisonic formats.
Also you’ll receive a processed folder containing 24 additional files featuring engine failures, whine ramps, distant fly-bys and other helicopter sound simulations. These have been crafted exclusively from the original source files, showcasing the flexibility of this library and the creative possibilities it offers.
This library features a Sonic Snapshot into the sonic signature of Shanghai, China. Hear traffic ambiences from a city with the world’s highest EV adoption rate, street sweeper bells played by workers driving three-wheeled trucks loaded with cardboard, walla from art galleries and metro stations, and the low-frequency drones of passing ships in the Huangpu River at the Shanghai Bund.
We recently visited Shanghai, and our BNB had an electric mahjong table — so naturally, we recorded it. Hear all the mechanical sounds it makes, from the magnetic dice roller to the automatic shuffler and dispenser. We also captured manual shuffling, as well as tile and table foley. Many of these sounds can be repurposed for designed mech SFX as well.
Ready to take your sound design to the next level? The Melee Weapons Sound Effects Pack 2 collection is packed with 1200+ exclusive sounds tailored for melee and ranged combat, designed to give your projects the depth and realism they deserve. From high-quality weapon swings and slashes to impacts and sheathing effects, each sound is optimized for all weapon types—ensuring your creations stand out with rich, dynamic audio. Perfect for any project that demands professional-grade sound.
What’s New in MWP2:
Royal Tactics: Casual Strategy Tunes by SwishSwoosh is a whimsical and regal music pack crafted for lighthearted yet competitive strategy experiences. Featuring 13 original tracks and 15 complementary stingers, this collection blends playful charm with a heroic flair — perfect for menus, battles, matchmaking, victory screens, and everything in between.
Expect a sound that’s royal, cute, and mischievously triumphant, with melodies that elevate the feeling of tactical fun without ever taking themselves too seriously. Along with the full versions, designed to loop seamlessly and harmonize across cues, these tracks bring a polished, cohesive soundscape to any casual strategy or fantasy setting.
Several compositions in the pack include alternate versions—from short and intense cues to lighter or richer arrangements—giving you the flexibility to match a variety of gameplay moments while maintaining a cohesive sound throughout.
MUSIC & STINGERS
Perfect for films, video content, and games, featuring ready-to-use, professionally designed music tracks and stingers. Ideal for creators seeking polished, high-quality music tracks that requires no additional processing.
Content
15 x Complementary Stingers
Format
16bit, 44.1kHz & 24bit, 48kHz
File Size
2.8 GB
Elevate your project with this sound pack featuring 105 robotic and droid voices, perfect for adding a futuristic touch to your game or multimedia project. These high-quality sounds can also be used as data calculation effects, ideal for creating immersive, high-tech scenarios in futuristic settings. Whether you’re developing a sci-fi game, interactive experience, or any project in need of robotic audio, this versatile pack will enhance the user experience and bring your game to life with realistic and dynamic robotic sounds.
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A raw, cinematic sound library forged from the pulse of Los Angeles.
In collaboration with L.A.-based VFX editor and motion designer Zachary Craig, L.A. Grit is a high-impact, meticulously curated collection of 1,000+ premium sound effects built for trailers, transitions, motion graphics, and dynamic visuals. Drawing from the unfiltered grit of the city and the polished world of professional post-production, this library blends brand-new custom recordings with powerful selects from SoundMorph’s top-tier libraries, delivering a toolkit that’s both versatile and hard-hitting.
Whether you’re designing bold visuals, explosive title sequences, or immersive cinematic trailers, L.A. Grit gives you the edge — with categorized folders that make it easy to find the sound you need, fast.
A showcase video featuring Zachary’s own work is included on the page, offering a real-world glimpse into how this library performs in action. Watch as Zachary brings visuals to life using only the sounds from L.A. Grit — a powerful testament to its creative potential.
L.A. Grit is built for modern editors, designers, and artists who need maximum emotional impact with minimal effort.
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.
Immerse your players in the sounds of the city with our 30 City Ambience Sound Recordings pack. Featuring a rich variety of urban soundscapes, this collection includes recordings of city traffic from both the street and rooftop perspectives, the calming patter of rain falling in the city, lively playground sounds, birds singing in the morning. Perfect for adding authentic, atmospheric depth to any game environment, these versatile sound effects are ideal for creating dynamic cityscapes and enhancing the realism of urban settings. Whether you’re building bustling streets or quiet, rainy corners, this pack provides the perfect backdrop for your game world.
Features:
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.
This is a sound library containing some extremely close up recordings of nesting Great Tits, from a few hours after hatching through to fledging.
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Step into the shadows with Dark Dungeon Soundscapes Pt. 2, the soundscapes collection for game developers, filmmakers, and creators seeking spine-chilling atmosphere. This second edition brings you even deeper into the abyss with haunting ambient textures, eerie whispers, unsettling drips, distant screams, and the deep echoes of forgotten catacombs.
Designed for horror and cinematic projects, these soundscapes will set the perfect tone for dark fantasy, gothic horror, or deep dungeon-crawling adventures. Whether you’re unveiling an ancient crypt, leading players into a cursed temple, or orchestrating a demonic ritual, these immersive sounds will pull your audience into the darkness.
🔥 Features:
✅ Diverse environments, from eerie ruins to underground horrors
✅ Seamless looping for extended play sessions
Rev up your creativity with Speed Engines Sound Effects, a collection of roaring, revving, and accelerating engine sounds. Perfect for game developers, filmmakers, and content creators, this pack features a variety of engine types, from thunderous muscle cars to high-speed motorcycles.
Each sound is recorded to deliver crisp, immersive audio that brings speed and power to life. Whether you’re working on a racing game, an action-packed movie, or a thrilling YouTube video, these sound effects will add adrenaline-pumping realism to your project.
🔥 Features:
✅25 – Engine SFX / 77 – Pass By
✅ Variety of engine types and variations
✅ Royalty-free – use in commercial & personal projects with no extra fees
✅ Ready for use in games, films, and multimedia projects
RAW BUFFERS – a Discman glitch library.
Abrasive glitch clicks, scrambles, tones and bursts.
Harvesting the glitches from short-circuiting the “electronic skip protection” chip on a late 90’s Discman player.
Connecting the legs of this chip mangles and scrambles the buffer data, resulting in abrasive digital clicks, stutters, tones and bursts.
23 minutes (1.6GB) of 192kHz/24 bit recordings
UCS compliant and with relevant 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, foley, mechanical and electrical sounds. It is also available in UCS.
Enhance your project with this collection of 156 realistic metal friction sounds. Perfect for a variety of scenarios, this pack offers a versatile selection of high-quality metal elements that can be easily manipulated and edited to suit your needs. Whether you’re working on games, films, animations, or other creative projects, these detailed friction sounds will add an authentic touch, bringing mechanical interactions and metal-on-metal moments to life. Ideal for adding depth and texture, this pack ensures your project feels more dynamic and immersive.
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Enhance the user experience of your game with this collection of inventory clicking sound effects, designed to elevate a wide range of game genres. This versatile pack includes sounds for inventory actions, openings and closings, menus, transitions, quest acceptances, warnings, and other user interface elements. Whether you’re crafting an RPG, action game, or adventure title, these high-quality effects will provide realistic, satisfying audio feedback for all in-game interactions, making your game feel more immersive and engaging for players.
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Enhance your projects with our 196 Carefully Recorded and Designed Fabric Sound Effects. This diverse collection of high-quality fabric sounds is perfect for adding realism and dynamic movement to your characters and environments. From the rustling of clothing to the swishing of fabrics in motion, each sound has been meticulously recorded and designed to bring your scenes to life. Ideal for game developers, filmmakers, and sound designers, these fabric sound effects will add depth and authenticity to every wardrobe, interaction, and environmental detail. Whether you’re working on character animations, environmental design, or immersive storytelling, these sounds provide the perfect touch to elevate your work.
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City ambiences, downtown ambiences, suburbs, residential area, harbor, industrial area.. traffic, people in background, urban birds, nocturnal-quiet ambiences etc.
Immerse yourself in the serene and captivating sounds of nature with Birds in Various Ambiences – Field Recordings Collection. This compilation features a rich assortment of bird sounds captured in diverse environments.
Each recording transports you to a different setting, featuring a wide array of bird species communicating in their natural habitats.
Perfect for sound designers, filmmakers, meditation enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to enhance their space with natural ambiance, this collection offers a diverse range of audio clips for relaxation, creativity, and inspiration.
Whether you’re creating a calming atmosphere, enriching your audio projects, or simply appreciating the beauty of birdsong, this collection brings the natural world to your ears with unmatched authenticity.
Unleash sonic chaos and chilling unease with BIAS, a collection of 70 sound effects of pure cacophony and dissonance (24 Bit / 48 kHz, wav, UCS).
Dive into a world of cacophony: hear the anguish of tortured laments and the bewildering clash of instruments colliding in discordant harmony.
Venture into the realm of dissonance: encounter the haunting movements of rare, detuned pianos, the nerve-jangling friction of intense violin interactions, and unsettling textures that weave a palpable sense of dread.
Although it is a simple and small library, BIAS is not for the faint of heart. Is aimed to the sound designer, trailer composer, and artist seeking to evoke unease, tension, and the beautifully broken.
Suburbs Of Denver: Evening is the second in the Suburbs of Denver Series. Recorded on the same balcony as the first pack, but this time, between the Evening hours of 7:15pm to 9:53pm. Around 2 and half hours packed into 14 audios files. Similar to the first pack, you’ll hear loud cars, motorcycles, airplanes, sporadic bird chirps, and more! All metadata is tagged using the Universal Category System in Soundminer, and also searchable in Basehead, and Soundly. Recorded at 32 bit, 192 using the LOM MikroUsi Pro into a Zoom F3 Recorder.
With A Sound Effect, Asbjoern has created a web site where our international community can browse, learn, and share the vast fruits of our labors. Together we are accelerating the very real potential power of sound design as a recognized art form.
A Sound Effect is an excellent resource for us to keep our animated films sounding unique and exciting.
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A Sound Effect is a well curated boutique sound effects shop and a great place to find industry interviews and learning resources.