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The Lynx 50 sniper rifle sound effects library includes 189 clips in 3.27 gigabytes of audio. It showcases the sound of a Finnish mod. 50 rifle made by Pirkan Ase Oy using 50 BMG Ammunition with A-MAX bullet and a high ballistic coefficient 1.050, made by Hornady.
The collection includes 2 takes of firing with 23 mono, stereo, Ambisonic AmbiX, and multichannel microphones from nearby up to 160 meters away. The sound library features performed effects of magazine handling, reloading, and more.
Also packaged with the collection are editing sessions in Pro Tools and Reaper formats, as well as complete embedded metadata support.
The Winchester 70 sound effects library features gunshots and performed effects from a .375 HH Mag (9,5 x 72BR) American rifle in 67 sounds and 1.71 gigabytes of audio.
The collection includes 23 perspectives in 52 tandem channels of audio (including an Ambisonic perspective) and features firing, bolt action reloading, grabbing, loading the magazine, safety moves, and more.
The bundle comes complete with Reaper and Pro Tools mixing sessions, as well as 18+ fields of Soundminer, BWAV, and iXML metadata and MacOS Finder comments, ready to use with your favourite sound organizer app.
The Heckler & Koch USP Expert sound effects library features firing and performed effects from a 2002 German .308W (7.62×51) caliber rifle in 94 clips and 2.59 gigabytes of audio.
The collection includes 23 perspectives across 49 channels of audio (including an Ambisonic perspective) of firing, grabbing, handling, movement, stock hits, and safety movements, and more. The gunshots were captured from close to over 150 meters distant from mono, stereo, up to 8-track Holophone recordings.
The sound library includes 18+ fields of Soundminer metadata, BWAV, and iXML metadata and MacOS Finder comments, as well as Pro Tools and Reaper sessions with all fx pre-aligned to allow editors to begin mixing and editing immediately.
Whoosh intense sound effects for transitions in motion design, perfect for video games, infographics, animations.
This sound effects pack contains 200 wav files in high quality 96kHz/24Bit format.
MASSIVE RF – 156 files of RF sound effects, at varying distances and intensities. From gentle ringing wide-band resonances to violent roaring microwaves and rhythmic beeping WiFi routers to deep bass pulses and broken radio static. Massive RF comes in at over 1 hour and 24 minutes, of radio frequency noises. Bring radioactive power and static energy to your next project. Recorded at 192kHz and 32bit, using radio sensitive microphones capable of recording radio band frequencies. Massive RF filenames are in the Universal Category System format with additional Metadata baked-in.
Don’t need a Massive amount of RF sound effects? We offer ‘Mini’ sound effect libraries as companions for all of our ‘Massive’ sound effect libraries. All recordings are unique to each library with no overlap. Go Mini today, and upgrade to the corresponding Massive library later, when you need more of that particular sound effect.
MINI RF – 30 files of RF sound effects, at varying distances and intensities. From gentle ringing wide-band resonances to violent roaring microwaves and rhythmic beeping WiFi routers to deep bass pulses and broken radio static. Mini RF comes in at over 16 minutes, of radio frequency noises. Bring radioactive power and static energy to your next project. Recorded at 192kHz and 32bit, using radio sensitive microphones capable of recording radio band frequencies. Mini RF filenames are in the Universal Category System format with additional Metadata baked-in.
Looking for a Massive amount of RF sound effects? We offer ‘Massive’ sound effect libraries as companions for all of our ‘Mini’ sound effect libraries. All recordings are unique to each library with no overlap. Go Mini today, and upgrade to the corresponding Massive library later, when you need more of that particular sound effect.
This collection explores New Zealand through three unique sound libraries.
“Wilderness” transports you to the diverse ecosystems of both North and South Island, from alpine forests to wetlands and coastal shores, filled with bird calls and wildlife sounds.
“Geothermal” captures the intense volcanic activity in North Island, with geysers, bubbling mud, hot springs and steam vents.
“Subterranean” explores the underground world, with ambiences of caves, abandoned mines, and tunnels, revealing the rich echoes and shifting textures of these hidden spaces.
With almost 10 hours of recordings, this bundle offers a rich palette of sounds that will bring your project to life.
Cover photo by Harry Bradley.
Stereo and Surround
Recorded with double mid-side and AB microphone setups, this library is delivered in 5.0 (L/R/C/Ls/Rs) and Stereo.
92 Surround files + 280 Stereo files
Gear used
Zoom F3 • Zoom F6 • Usi Pro • MKH30 • MKH8040
Metadata
This sound library is UCS compliant and comes with fully embedded metadata compatible with Soundly, Soundminer and Basehead.
New Zealand’s landscapes are full of life, from high mountain peaks to quiet fjords, open prairies, lush wetlands, and dense forests. This library captures the sounds of these wild places in stereo and surround.
You will hear Kakas calling in the alpine forests, the rhythmic croaks of frogs at night, distant sheep grazing on the hills, and the powerful crash of waves against the coast. Songbirds fills the shrublands, while fur seals bark along the rocky shoreline.
Recorded in both North and South Island during the spring and summer seasons, this 408-minute library explores the heart of New Zealand’s wilderness.
This library is also available in The New Zealand Collection bundle.
Cover photo by Harry Bradley.
Referenced Species
Australasian Crested Grebe • Australian Coot • Australian Magpie • Black Swan • California Quail • Canada Goose • Common Chaffinch • Common Myna • Common Redpoll • Dunnock • Eurasian Blackbird • Eurasian Skylark • European Goldfinch • European Greenfinch • European Starling • Fur Seal • Grey Warbler (Grey Gerygone) • House Sparrow • Indian Peafowl (Peacock) • Kaka (Bush Parrot) • Mallard Duck • Morepork • New Zealand Bellbird • New Zealand Fantail • Paradise Shelduck • Pied Cormorant (Pied Shag) • Pukeko (Purple Swamphen) • Red-billed Gull (Silver Gull) • Ring-necked Pheasant • Rock Pigeon • Rooster (Feral Chicken) • Sheep • Silvereye • Song Thrush • South Island Pied Oystercatcher • South Island Robin • Southern Bell Frog (Growling Grass Frog) • Tree Frog • Tui • White-fronted Tern • Yellowhammer
Stereo and Surround
Recorded with double mid-side and AB microphone setups, this library is delivered in 5.0 (L/R/C/Ls/Rs) and Stereo.
59 Surround files + 176 Stereo files
Gear used
Zoom F3 • Zoom F6 • Usi Pro • MKH30 • MKH8040
Metadata
This sound library is UCS compliant and comes with fully embedded metadata compatible with Soundly, Soundminer and Basehead.
Birds of Central Europe 2 expands the auditory journey through Europe’s vibrant avian life. This meticulously captured collection features 47 authentic tracks recorded in early summer, showcasing a diverse array of bird species in their natural habitats.
The library continues the exploration of Central Europe’s rich acoustic ecology. From the flute-like song of the Eurasian Blackbird to the melodious phrases of the Song Thrush and the energetic chatter of the Eurasian Nuthatch, each recording reflects the distinct character and seasonal behavior of its subject. The recordings were made using KM184 microphones with a Telinga parabolic dish and KMR81i microphones, ensuring excellent sound fidelity and isolation.
Species featured in this collection include the Coal Tit, Common Chaffinch, Eurasian Blackbird, Eurasian Blue Tit, Eurasian Green Woodpecker, Eurasian Jay, Eurasian Nuthatch, European Robin, Great Tit, Mistle Thrush, and Song Thrush.
Whether you’re enhancing a documentary, designing immersive sound environments, or simply appreciating the beauty of bird vocalizations, Birds of Central Europe 2 offers a rich and evocative collection — perfect for sound designers, ornithologists, and nature lovers alike.
Discover an exclusive collection of recordings captured in Parisian museums. These authentic sounds faithfully recreate the unique atmosphere of these places.
All files are embedded with extensive UCS compliant metadata.
Transport your audience to the breathtaking foothills of the Himalayas with our meticulously recorded sound library. Captured by Rick Blything during an intensive 2-week expedition with Chris Watson and a group of wildlife sound recordists in 2011. This collection focuses on the diverse wildlife sounds in and around the Jim Corbett National Park.
The stunning landscape includes:
Forests,
Hills,
Grasslands,
Riverines,
Woodlands.
Dive into a symphony of wildlife, from the vibrant calls of exotic birds (see metadata for list of species) to the subtle sounds of dew drops hitting leaves in ancient Sal forests. The area’s rich biodiversity provides a varied sound palette to choose from.
The inclusion of 7 tracks featuring human sounds (such as village ambiences and Mahouts at work) adds a layer of cultural context, weaving the voices of local people into the fabric of their natural habitat.
Recorded using Sennheiser MKH416 and MKH30 microphones and Marantz PDM 661 recorder
Useful for: Film and Documentary Sound Design, Video Game Immersion, Nature and Wildlife Audio Projects, Art Installations and Soundscapes
Each file has a picture embedded, tagged with detailed Soundminer and UCS metadata to speed up workflow and increase organization.
Enhance your audio projects with our premium Sound Effects Pack featuring 88 realistic instrument handling sounds, recorded at 24-bit, 96kHz for crystal-clear quality. This collection includes the subtle yet impactful noises of string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments being played, tuned, and handled. Perfect for films, games, music production, or any creative work requiring detailed, lifelike instrument sounds. Add authenticity and depth to your project with this essential library of expertly captured Foley effects!
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.
Old BMW from the 1980s.
Recorded with Sennheiser, DPA and Line Audio microphones.
Ambiences recorded in South-East Asia, Thailand. Mostly northern Thailand but some recordings are also from Bangkok and the islands.
Recorded with Sony PCM D100.
Enhance your audio projects with our Cutlery and Crockery Sound Effects Pack! This meticulously crafted collection features high-quality recordings of clinking forks, scraping plates, and the gentle sounds of dishes being set and cleared. Ideal for filmmakers, game developers, and podcasters, these realistic sounds bring authenticity and atmosphere to your culinary scenes. Whether you’re creating a cozy dining experience or a bustling kitchen ambiance, our sound effects will add the perfect touch. Elevate your storytelling with these essential audio elements today!
Old Mercedes-Benz from the 1990s.
Includes 2 models: Mercedes S600 1992 and Mercedes 200 1991.
Recorded with Sennheiser, DPA and Line Audio microphones.
Classic JEEP Cherokee from the 1990s.
Recorded with Sennheiser, DPA and Line Audio microphones.
Unleash the raw intensity of your fight scenes with our 58 Gore Horror Sound Effects Pack, featuring bone-crushing impacts, splattering blood, and visceral damage sounds. Recorded at 24-bit, 96kHz for pristine quality, these effects bring a chilling level of realism to your projects. Whether for films, games, or audio design, this collection is perfect for creating shocking, terrifying moments. Elevate your horror or action scenes with these highly detailed, spine-tingling Foley sounds, guaranteed to immerse your audience.
Master Gun Mojave Desert Tails was recorded in the Mojave Desert and includes nine different unsuppressed calibers and five suppressed calibers all captured from 6 different distances. These guns were recorded with the soul purpose of capturing the reverb tail produced by the gun with minimal or no mechanical sounds for easy implementation. (135 Files – 15.26GB)
Recorded deep within in the rolling hills of the Mojave Desert free from human interference. The report of the guns of this location comes out to just a little over 6 seconds. All recordings are delivered at 192Khz 32bit float. We shot each gun 10+ times of which we selected and meticulously cleaned the best 8 shots to deliver. On our DMS Microphone which includes the Schoeps CMIT 5U, CCM 4, & CCM 8, we decoded it into 5.0, XY Front, XY Back, and a mono center.
Unsuppressed Calibers:
5.56×45 – 7.62×39 – 9×19 – 12g – 45 ACP – 50 BMG – 50ae – 300 WIN MAG – 308 WIN
Suppressed Calibers:
5.56×45 – 9×19 – 12g – 45 ACP – 308 WIN
Master Gun Desert Forest Tails was recorded in a remote Las Vegas Forest and includes nine different unsuppressed calibers and five suppressed calibers all captured from 6 different distances. These guns were recorded with the soul purpose of capturing the reverb tail produced by the gun with minimal or no mechanical sounds for easy implementation. (126 Files – 13.62GB)
We spent weeks searching for the perfect place to record forest tails and we found a perfect location that produces a characterful tail in the remote forests of Las Vegas, free from human interference. The report of the guns of this locations comes out to just a little over 6 seconds. All recordings are delivered at 192Khz 32bit float. We shot each gun 10+ times of which we selected and meticulously cleaned the best 8 shots to deliver. On our DMS Microphone which includes the Schoeps CMIT 5U, CCM 4, & CCM 8, we decoded it into 5.0, XY Front, XY Back, and a mono center.
Unsuppressed Calibers:
5.56×45 – 7.62×39 – 9×19 – 12g – 45 ACP – 50 BMG – 50ae – 300 WIN MAG – 308 WIN
Suppressed Calibers:
5.56×45 – 9×19 – 12g – 45 ACP – 308 WIN
(Previously Known As Interior Gun Tails Volume 1) Small Room Gun Tails Volume 1 is a collection of gun 10 guns shot from inside a small room. Each gun has 2 interior microphone options and 2 exterior microphone options which provide some occluded options.
Each gun was shot from within the structure with an opened window which allows you to have outside perspectives of interior gunshots.
Various distances and perspectives were captured, including 2 inside stereo microphones and 2 outside stereo microphones. In addition to providing the RAW untouched recordings, we have also designed 6 different mixes for you to implement into your projects right away.
Unsuppressed Calibers:
5.56×45 – 7.62×39 – 9mm. – 12G – .45 – 50 CAL – 50AE – .338 – 762.54r – 762×51
Keyboards is a detailed sound library featuring recordings of four unique computer keyboards, each with its own distinct sound and feel. Every detail, from the subtle differences in switch types to the nuanced dynamics of real-world typing, has been carefully captured to provide an authentic and comprehensive collection of keyboard sounds.
The library features recordings from a Drop Alt mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX Brown switches, a Logitech G915 TKL with linear switches, a Logitech Craft with butterfly switches, and a Cherry MX Switch Tester, which includes 12 additional switch types. With 15 different switch types in total, the collection ranges from sharp, clicky keystrokes to smooth, muted presses, offering an extensive variety of sounds.
A wide range of typing styles were captured, including single keypresses with varying velocities, rapid and rhythmic keypresses, and multi-key combinations. Full-speed typing sequences were also recorded using Monkeytype.com to ensure natural and realistic key movement. Special attention was given to unique key sounds such as spacebar, enter/return, backspace, escape, and delete.
Recorded with a Sennheiser MKH 8050 microphone and a Zoom F6 recorder, all sounds were captured in pristine 32-bit 192kHz resolution, taking advantage of the MKH 8050’s extended frequency response (up to 50kHz). This makes the sounds perfect for pitching down and creative sound design applications. The final library includes 237 WAV files at 24-bit/192kHz, totaling 1.3GB of high-quality audio, with UCS-compliant metadata for easy searchability.
100 Crescendo Sound Effects of Swarming Bees & Twisted Strings. Welcome to the Swarm.
HIVE STRINGS is a brutal hybrid sound pack that fuses the relentless buzz of real bee swarms with the chaotic rise of detuned string crescendos.
The result? A collection of 100 exclusive sound effects that feel alive, dangerous and on the verge of snapping.
Inside the Hive:
100 High-Quality, Royalty-Free WAV Files
Bee Crescendos – swarming, layered, unpredictable
Buzzing Strings – warped, dissonant, cinematic
Designed for layering or standalone impact
Useful for:
Horror & Thriller Trailers
Dark Sound Design Projects
Creepy Ambient Scores
Experimental Music & Audio Art
Game Audio – Monsters, Madness & Movement
Designed by Alessandro Romeo for HorrorSound, HIVE STRINGS is a fresh entry into the world of tension-based sound design. Raw. Unhinged. Not available anywhere else.
Volume 3 – AR of the Esoteric Series is a fully immersive SFX library dedicated to the natural element of air. From the gentle rustling of leaves in a soft breeze to the ferocious howls of raging storms, and even the sonic ruptures created by massive moving structures tearing air molecules apart, this collection captures the complete spectrum of moving air.
Every sample stems from meticulous field recordings in both urban and wilderness environments, then noise‑cleaned and enhanced to deliver crystal‑clear quality. Backed by years of research and expert sound design, Volume 3 offers an unparalleled aural journey through the limitless variations of wind SFX—perfect for film, video games, VR, trailers, and immersive installations.
A retro consumer sports car from the 70s.
Recorded with Sound Devices recorders; Sennheiser, DPA, Schoeps and Line Audio microphones.
Exterior recordings (2-3 different ext spot mics) and onboard recordings (engine, exhaust and interior mics).
Check out the PDF – there are many variations of driving action.
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