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City Life Sound Effects

City and urban sound effects & recordings – including crowds, walla, traffic and other city activity

  • Hong Kong Residential features a collection of ambience background sounds recorded at Tsing Yi island, the geographical centre point of Hong Kong city. Surrounded by business and industrial zones, there are quiet villages, public housing estates and parks on this island, which manifest the humble, down-to-earth and quieter side of this futurist city.

    Selected locations are recorded at different times of a date. Morning, afternoon and evening, which reflects the ever-evolving sonic dynamics of each locations.

    One can find everyday life ambience in this library, such as bird songs, suburban traffics, market, crowd and more.

  • City Life Sound Effects Sounds of Boston Vol.1 Play Track 122 sounds included, 255 mins total $65

    Sounds of Boston Vol.1 is a sound design toolkit built for creating a plethora of ambiance, vehicle, construction, and transportation audio for any and all kinds of audio/visual media. If you want to take your library to the next level, Sounds of Boston Vol. 1 can help you create vivid auditory landscapes like no other. Our library has been formated following UCS categories (Univeral Category System) in the hope to create a more uniform look to your sound library.

    On top of this, 10% of profits received will go to GLAAD…The Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) is dedicated to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate, and inclusive representation of individuals and events in all media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.

    Thank you!

    P.S. This library is in Stereo, Mono, and LCR…if you just need Stereo and Mono please head to our website or reach out to the email above…thanks.

  • Bombastic and brash. This city never sleeps. A cacophony of noise that can only be the mega metropolis of Moscow.

  • Enchanting Amsterdam, captured in high quality, premium sound. Trams, street scenes, traffic, parks, interiors, exteriors, the distinct echo of Amsterdam’s alleys and air of it’s waterways. This library has all you will need to kit out your project on Amsterdam!

  • City Life Sound Effects London Ambiences Play Track 21 sounds included, 41+ mins total $17

    London Ambiences is a diverse collection of ambiences captured in our field recording sessions around the city of London, UK. The sounds in this library are perfect for creating a natural soundscape of London or other big cities and can be used in your films, documentaries and video games.

    Our Audio Craftsmen recorded ambiences from the busy streets of the capital: cafes, tunnels, the iconic Waterloo Bridge, Westminister Bridge, traffic, construction sites and more. The heavy rumbles from bridges, busy roads and streets are great for building a dense, multilayered city soundscape.

    All of the included sounds are carefully edited and provided dry in 24Bit/96kHz and are tagged with extensive UCS compliant metadata to help you find the right sound for your scene.

  • World Sounds Pachamama Play Track 35 sounds included, 172 mins total $29.99

    Pachamama is a background focused library that features uncharted sounds from Bolivia and Peru. This library invites you on a spiritual journey through the bustling city of La Paz to the sacred mountains of Machu Picchu. 

    This unique collection is comprised of various atmospheres recorded at different times of day – from the drunken hot spring party at night to the pensive street market in the morning. The library is also recorded with an emphasis on indoor perspective ambiences, perfect for your upcoming bedroom scenes. 

    Recorded and mastered in 24 bit/96 kHz, the library is passionately described with emotive yet precise words, and it is UCS (Universal Category System) compliant.  

    Gear Used: Roland R26, four channel built-in microphones (OMNI and XY), four channels merged down to a stereo file.

    Any questions? Shoot me an email here

  • Tokyo Ambisonics is a sound effects library of 46 high-quality urban atmospheres in B-format with “”virtual mic”” software.

    Included software lets users adjust perspective of the city ambiences in real-time for greater flexibility, realism, and creativity. Point “virtual microphones” in any direction with various polar patterns to match the specific setting of a scene!

    The Ambisonics recordings can be decoded to mono, stereo, 5.1, 7.1 and beyond, allowing for versatile use of the library. Pre-rendered stereo versions are included as well.

    Recorded in 24-bit/96kHz with a SoundField SPS200 mic by Masato Ushijima, Tokyo Ambisonics was captured at diverse locations throughout the city including the Yamanote Line railway, Shuto Expressway, Keihin Industrial Region, Daiba Bayside Park & more. The library contains sounds that are unique to Tokyo in addition to some more general-purpose urban ambiences.

    This library is also ideal for use in VR audio and 360 video projects. Equip your personal library for the future of immersive media!

    Key Features:

    • 46 pristine recordings in B-Format (FuMa) & Stereo (22GB)
    • Over 3.5 hours of immersive Tokyo ambiences
    • Average recording length of 5 minutes
    • Diverse Tokyo atmospheres: Including traffic, trains, & parks
    • 24-bit/96kHz Broadcast Wave Files 
    • SurroundZone2 software by TSL Products: Control “virtual microphone” position and polar patterns
    • 100% Royalty-Free

      Notes:

      • Your DAW must support Quad (4-channel) tracks in order to use SurroundZone2 plug-in.
    • Ambisonic Sound Effects Sounds of Belgrade Winter – Ambisonic Play Track 29 sounds included, 69 mins total $49

      The library is the collection of atmosphere recordings in the city of Belgrade during the winter months. It’s a gathering of 29 ambisonic atmospheres recorded at many different places in Belgrade. There are atmospheres from famous places in Belgrade, parks, busy streets, traffic, underground passages, pedestrian streets, atmospheres on Ada Isle, below and on the Ada bridge, Ada Lake, two rivers Sava and Danube.

      All atmospheres are recorded at 96kHz/24Bit with condenser ambisonic microphone Rode NTSF1 and Zoom F8, in FuMa format.

      You can convert ambisonic FuMa format in real time with free SoundField plugin to stereo, 5.1, 7.1, 7.1.4, or any other surround format. You can also change the panoramic view of the sound because they are 360 degrees recordings, as well as automate the panoramic perspective.

      All recordings have metadata.

    • My Trip To LA: Airport Airplane is the first in a four part collection. Join us as we take our flights to Los Angeles, California from Chicago, Illinois. In the first pack, we hear various different areas inside two airports. LAX (Los Angeles) and Midway (Chicago). Have some lunch at both food courts, take a seat near the terminals, and get past security.

      All recordings are metadata tagged and updated using the Universal Category System in Soundminer, Basehead, and Soundly. Each are recorded at 192kHz, 24 bit into the Sony PCMD100 Portable Recorder.

      Sit back, relax, and enjoy the flight.

    • Sounds of the London Underground contains 40 minutes of recordings exploring the sounds of the London tube trains and station platforms.

      • 15 minutes of platform ambience with multiple arrival and departures, passengers alighting and announcements.
      • 25 minutes onboard the Circle and Bakerloo lines.
    • City Life Sound Effects City & Suburbs Ambiences Play Track 135+ sounds included, 340 mins total $27

      City ambiences, downtown ambiences, suburbs, residential area, harbor, industrial area.. traffic, people in background, urban birds, nocturnal-quiet ambiences etc.

      Check the sound list for additional info.
      High quality recordings recorded in MS, XY, AB; NOS, etc., mostly with Sennheiser MKH microphones and Sound Devices recorder/mixer. Files are without any dynamic manipulation (compression) with max. peak around -5dBFS.
    • Animal Sound Effects Collections Natural Hong Kong Play Track 44 sounds included, 52 mins total $20

      Recorded across multiple trips to Hong Kong, this pack captures the dynamic energy and contrasts of one of Asia’s most vibrant regions. From the bustling streets of Kowloon to the serene peaks of Dragon’s Back, the sounds of Mong Kok’s fishing villages to the quiet shores of Lamma Island.This collection offers an authentic sonic journey through the region.

      Featuring recordings of bustling urban streets, metro rides, market vendors, city ambiences, crashing beach waves, and atmospheric landscapes, this pack highlights the diverse and ever-changing soundscape of Hong Kong.

      Includes 44 audio tracks all recorded at 24bit / 96 kHz. Captured using a Tascam DR-40 for crisp, high-quality sound.

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    • Recorded across some of China’s most breathtaking locations, including the limestone peaks of Yangshuo, the historic alleyways of Beijing’s Hutong districts, and the iconic Great Wall. This pack captures the rich and diverse natural soundscapes of China, from serene countryside to ancient city environments.

      Featuring recordings of heavy thunderstorms, cascading waterfalls, dense insect and frog choruses, and the atmospheric sounds of Beijing’s traditional neighborhoods, this collection showcases the raw beauty and tranquility of China’s natural and cultural landscapes.

      Includes 23 audio tracks, all recorded at 32bit/96 kHz with UCS metadata. Captured using 2 x Clippy EM272Z1 into a Zoom F3 and carefully cleaned in RX for pristine audio quality—ready to use straight out of the box.

    • City Life Sound Effects Ambiences from Paris, France Play Track 65 sounds included, 176 mins total $59.99

      Step into the vibrant and diverse soundscape of Paris with Ambiences from Paris, a meticulously recorded sound library capturing the authentic atmosphere of the city and its surroundings. From the rhythmic hum of metro journeys to the grandeur of the Louvre, the lively chatter in historic cafés, and the serene ambiance of the gardens of Versailles, this collection offers an immersive audio experience.

      This library features:
      🏙️ Urban Atmospheres – Bustling streets, busy cafés, markets, and iconic landmarks.
      🚇 Transport Sounds – Metro rides, train journeys from London to Paris, station ambiences, and public announcements.
      🏛️ Cultural Landmarks – The Louvre Museum, Notre Dame, and the grand halls of Versailles.
      🌿 Natural Soundscapes – Tranquil gardens, riverside walks, and peaceful plazas.
      🎢 Theme Park Energy – The excitement of theme park queues, rollercoaster screams, and park crowds.

      Whether you’re a filmmaker, game developer, or sound designer looking for authentic French ambiences, Ambiences from Paris delivers an expansive collection of rich, high quality and evocative recordings, perfect for bringing your projects to life.

    • Walla, public places recorded in ambisonic B-format (ambix) and binaural.
      Including some actions like walking, running around mic etc.
      Recorded with Sennheiser Ambeo VR microphone and Sound Devices recorder. See the track list for additional info.

      The download contains each recording in B-format (RAW-4ch.) and as Binaural Stereo files. The audio preview is binaural and should be listened to with headphones. All files are tagged with Metadata.

    • City Life Sound Effects FRL. Vol. 1. Stereo Play Track 240 sounds included, 900 mins total $100

      Field Recording Library presents its new sound library – Vol. 1. This collection continues the tradition of high-quality field recordings, now with even higher standards and a focus on the unique sounds of Russia, particularly St. Petersburg.

      All materials were recorded using 96kHz, 24Bit parameters, meeting global standards for professional sound libraries. This ensures maximum detail and clarity, capturing every nuance and texture of the environment.

      The collection is entirely dedicated to the sounds of Russia and St. Petersburg. It includes both urban and natural ambient recordings, allowing users to convey the unique atmosphere of Russian life.

      Another significant addition is the longer ambient recordings, which now reach up to 20 minutes. This enables users to find the best fragments and create more complex sound combinations for their projects.

      Vol. 1 was developed with feedback from the first library, Kaleidoscope, in mind. This allowed for improved structure and content, making the library even more convenient and valuable for professional use.

      All recordings were made between early spring and late summer 2023, making Vol. 1 especially suited for projects set in these seasons and currently in post-production.

      Additionally, the sounds from this library can be used as layers to create custom atmospheres that aren’t tied to Russia specifically. These versatile recordings are ideal for blending into various soundscapes and crafting unique audio environments.

      This library is an excellent tool for creating vivid and immersive soundscapes in film, games, television, and other media formats, bringing audiences into the unique sonic world of Russia while offering the flexibility to shape your own sound environments.

    • Bird Sound Effects Birds Sounds Play Track 56 sounds included, 46 mins total $15
      This sound pack is a unique collection of sounds of different birds recorded in their natural habitat.
      Including a variety of locations such as city, forest, city park, and seaside town, this pack offers recordings that are perfect for creating authentic and realistic soundscapes.
    • City Life Sound Effects City Traffic Vol.2 Play Track 75 sounds included, 180 mins total $30

      City Traffic Vol.2 is the sounds of city traffic that takes you right to the center of the metropolis.
      You will be able to hear real recordings of city sounds, ambulance sirens, the hum of traffic on weekdays in spring and summer, as well as the sounds of helicopters flying over the city. This collection also includes the sounds of the city atmosphere after the rain, when the streets become deserted, and the morning of spring, when the city wakes up and comes to life.
      City Traffic Vol.2 is the perfect tool for creating a city atmosphere in your projects or just to enjoy the city sounds.

      All sounds are recorded in WAV format, 96 kHz, 24 bit.

      The following sounds are included:

      • Ambulance Siren in City Traffic
      • Busy City Traffic on Spring Day
      • Busy City Traffic on Summer Day
      • Car Passing by City
      • City Ambience with Helicopter
      • City Atmosphere and Jet Plane
      • City Traffic After Rain Outside Window
      • City Traffic on Spring Morning
    • Car Sound Effects Ford F100, 1963 Play Track 114 sounds included, 296 mins total $199

      This 1963 Ford F100 is a full size pickup truck with a grizzly V8 engine. It’s seen better days but that’s what makes it a great character vehicle. With loads of performances and perspectives you’ll be covered for everyday country driving to full out hillbilly car chases. Also included are the old doors, hood, switches, wipers and roll up windows.

      25 takes in total, all organized and synced up for fast efficient cutting.

    • Beautiful Bells Vol 2 contains the solo sound of 135 different stationary bells, captured in 39 bell towers, chapels, carillons, churches, cathedrals and clock towers across France, with unprecedented quality. Most of the sounds were recorded inside bell towers.

      Stationary bells are struck by external hammers. They have a steady and rich tone, with a long sustain. They are mostly used as musical instruments in carillons, to indicate the hour in clock chimes or to alert the population in tocsins.

      Every bell size and pitch is represented in this library, from huge 8 ton bourdon to tiny carillon bells weighing a few kilograms. You will find bells founded from 14th to 21st century with a great variety of timbres and tunings, over a range of 5 octaves (from G2 to G7).

      The library contains 2 carillons with 54 bells and 10 bells, available as sound files and virtual instruments (NI Kontakt and EXS24 with round robin).

      All the sounds in this library were recorded in bell towers or as close as possible to provide great sonic precision and optimal signal-to-noise ratio.

      Over 12,000 kilometers were traveled during six months to get you one of the most exhaustive stationary bell, chime and carillon sound collection ever recorded.


      SUMMARY:

      • A total of 135 different bells, sorted by note from G2 to G7
      • Wide variety of bells (size, age, tuning)
      • 2 carillons virtual instruments
      • Contains a collection of 10 small ancient bells
      All notes from G2 to G7
      • Metadata with detailed information about each bell


      SPECS:

      • 96KHz/24bit
      • Very low noise
      • Metadata UCS-compliant
      • Mainly recorded with Sennheiser MKH 8040

    • 30 Alicante sound effects recordings of urban street life from a southern Spanish city.

    • City Life Sound Effects Paris Underground Play Track 89 sounds included, 335 mins total From: $119

      Enter the bowels of Paris, where metro passages shake the walls, and machines and ventilations echo down the corridors and platforms.

      All files are embedded with extensive UCS compliant metadata.

    • Get the authentic sounds of West Africa with over 6 hours field recordings from Gabon.

      This library features a broad range of unique field recordings covering tropical thunderstorms, vibrant markets, walla, bustling city/beach soundscapes, a selection of unique industrial ambiences and even some rainforest atmospheres. The sounds were all recorded over a two week period in 2023 in the capital Libreville and the surrounding areas.

      All sounds were recorded using a Sound Devices Mixpre6ii with either a Rode NT5 stereo pair or a more covert DPA 4060 stereo pair, as well as 3 bonus mono sounds.

      All sounds are UCS compliant with burnt in metadata and PDF spreadsheet with sound list.

    • A good range of Barcelona city sounds. Different perspectives. Authentic high-quality ambiences will serve as ideal background tracks. Find the true sound of it with Vadi Sound Library.

      About Barcelona Ambiences

      Whether you’re working on projects that crave the immersive ambience of a modern city or need close-up sounds of crowds and walla to place audience right at the heart of Barcelona, this is your go-to collection.

      Dive into Barcelona that is always in full swing with having a good time. From vibrant town squares to back streets, parks to touristic landmarks and cheerful crowds, this pack of 40 sounds is an indispensable toolkit to create the perfect cinematic atmospheres, with or without being in the foreground.

      It gives you access to 153 minutes of Barcelona ambiences in varying activity levels of the city’s top locations. We’ve captured close, medium, and distant perspectives with rich reverb and roof top /off-stage POV, in both controlled and stealth recording techniques.

      You will find yourself strolling through Plaza De La Vila De Gracia, Plaza Del Sol, La Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, La Rambla, Mercat De La Boqueria, Plaza Dels Angels, L’Eixample, Carmel Hill and bidding farewell at the El Prat Airport.

      You will at once get a hold of the key spots, squares, cathedrals, parks, cafes, bars, farmers’ markets, streets, residential areas, rooftops, and the city rumble and hum at its best. There are diverse soundscapes, crowds, walla, skaters, vehicles pass-by and more at different times of the day.

      These meticulously recorded sounds of 5.3 GB have clarity and room for further sound design. Compatible with all DAWs, middleware, video editing tools and 100% royalty free.

      40 high-resolution sounds in 24bit/96 kHz .wav format with intuitive naming and thorough metadata. Recorded with joy on our favorite Sennheiser MKH8040 stereo pair and Zoom F3 recorder in ORTF technique and the usual Vadi Sound craft and attention to detail.

      Keywords including Location, Activity, Style

      City, ambience, soundscape, field recording, urban, hum, road, street, cathedral, courtyard, balcony, peaceful, vibrant, busy, loud, calm, elevated, park, horn, birdsong, kids, street musicians, tapas bar, people, crowds, walla, day, morning, evening, night, Gracia, Plaza Del Sol, La Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Mercat De La Boqueria, Plaza Dels Angels, farmers’ market, L’Eixample, Carmel Hill, El Prat Airport, Barcelona, Spain.

      What else you may need

      You may also want to check out our City Ambiences Series; London, China, Japan and Istanbul for access to more urban ambience essentials.

      City Perspectives is another good choice with 56 loopable high-quality urban ambiences. From busy intersections to back streets, vibrant parks to rooftops, 3 hours of city ambiences will serve as ideal background tracks.

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