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Environment recordings, ambiences and soundscapes – from all over the world, and beyond
“Nazare, Portugal. Big Waves spot” includes 9 stereo files (WAV, 96 kHz, 24 bit) of total length: 33m52s. All files were carefully edited and described with UCS metadata.
Recorded with Zoom H6 with internal mid-side capsule during three “big waves” days of January 2020.
What you can expect to hear is general loud ocean roar with strong wind, large waves breaking at the cliff rocks and much calmer morning recordings on the beach with long breaking waves and sea birds. Perfect as ambience for seaside scenes.
“Nazare, Portugal. Big Waves spot.” is 9 stereo files, 96/24. 1,08 GB big, all UCS ready!
Copyrights by Błażej Kanclerz
www.blazejkanclerz.pl
Immerse yourself in the dynamic and bustling soundscapes of India’s largest cities with ‘Ambiences from Urban India’. This large sound library transports you into the heart of Mumbai, Delhi, and Jaipur, encapsulating the vibrant chaos, cultural richness, and relentless energy that define these urban jungles.
Experience the cacophony of different transportation modes and ever-present traffic. Travel through Delhi’s transit hubs, capturing the constant buzz of train stations, the clamour of public announcements, and the hurried footsteps of countless commuters. Feel the pulse of Agra’s busy streets, where tuk-tuks, taxis, and tourists converge amidst a symphony of honks and street sounds.
Venture into Jaipur’s lively markets and historic sites amidst heavy traffic and bustling crowds. Experience the sounds of metalwork in blacksmith, textile and jewellery markets that paint a vivid auditory picture of the city’s vibrant commercial life. Transition to Mumbai, where the evening rush envelops you in a relentless stream of horns. Explore the iconic landmarks, including the Taj Mahal, Hawa Mahal, Elephanta Caves and many more.
This sound library captures the essence of urban India, providing a rich tapestry of sounds that showcase the country’s unique blend of chaos and culture. Perfect for adding an authentic Indian atmosphere to your projects, Ambiences from Urban India brings the true sound of India’s cities to your ears.
This library was recorded in conjunction with the ‘Ambiences from Suburban India’ sound library, recorded in the quieter part of India – Kerala – available on asoundeffects.com
Sweeping my flashlight across the still water I see the red glow of multiple black caiman eyes, a haunting stillness. Suddenly a reverberating splash breaks the rhythmic chorus of frogs and crickets as a caiman finds its evening meal, the first of many tonight. Giving a greater sense of space to this Amazonian lake the eyes of the caiman go on glowing, waiting for an unsuspecting fish to pass their open mouths.
It is impossible to not be present in the rainforest. Surrounded by mysterious night vocalization, stinging, biting insects, and penetrating humidity. Gratitude fills me for the Cofan guides who have taken our small group of sound recordists deep into their wildest territory. Nearly a constant buzz fills the soundscape which takes a few days to adjust to, but as I do I start to notice the thrilling variety of calls. Near and distant, there is a spectacular spaciousness and an intimacy that can only come from this unique location.
The beautiful sounds of one of the world’s oldest and most vibrant cities in the world… İstanbul, Turkey!
This library covers a wide range of flowing waters. From the gentle bubbling of small mountain streams to the terrifying roar of gigantic waterfalls.
The extensive collection includes 125 tracks with a total length of approximately 99 minutes, recorded in more than 10 locations across Austria and Slovenia.
Microphone setup:
Vienna Ambiences sound library brings you ambient sounds recorded in various locations all over the city of Vienna — Austrian capital and one of the most beautiful European cities!
From restaurants, cafes, stores, busy city streets and city parks, all the way to the airport, subway stations, trains, buses, and more, this sound library will help you to bring your production to life. Perfect for movies, television, games, and other productions this sound library will provide you with plenty of authentic sounds from one of the most popular European cities!
Vienna City Ambiences sound library contains 50 sound effects (8.8GB) recorded in high definition 24bit/96khz Stereo WAV format, and embedded with metadata to speed up your workflow.
Scrap Metal Factory Provides you 64 original sounds recorded in a Recycling factory Based in the North of France.
She includes :
• Ambiences with Machines, bulldozers, cranes, forklift
• shredded, crushed, launched car, and various metal objects.
• Indoor Workers in sorting room of garbage recycling facility.
• Destructions and impacts.
Scrap Metal Factory was recorded in 96kHz/24 bits and provides a 48kHz/24 bits version.
• 23 MS and decoding versions
• 14 Binaural Ambiences !
• Stereo ORTF and Mono
The gear :
Sound Devices MixPre6, DPA 6060 (Binaural), MKH 8040 (ORTF), DPA 4018/ATE308 (MS,Stereo)
Low-price. High-quality. Essential.
An essential collection of 100 wind sounds, including realistic, synthesized and hybrid wind, gusts, tonal whirring and seamless background loops!
Each sound was created at 96kHz / 24-bit stereo and is fully compatible with the Universal Category System (UCS) – a public domain initiative establishing a standardized category list for the classification of sound effects.
Note: All of these sounds (and more!) are included in the 96 General Library (get 3,000+ SFX for FREE!)
A beautiful rainfall ambience perfect to be used in any project.
Recorded in the french countryside on a rainy day with some lovely drips and drops coming from the roof
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Ribbiting Sounds for Your Next Project with our “Frogs” sound effects pack!
This collection of high-quality, professionally recorded sounds captures the unique vocalization of frogs in their natural habitat.
Ribbits, croaks, and chirps
Perfect for aquatic or forest environments
High-quality, 32-bit/192kHz
Get Ready to Make a Splash with Your Next Project!
Roll the dice and win big with this collection of audio tracks and SFX for any card or board game. Hit the jackpot with a collection of over 500 royalty-free sound effects, meticulously crafted in Hi-Res (24 bit/192 kHz). From the satisfying thud of dice rolls to the dramatic shuffle of cards, every action is enriched with realistic and engaging audio. Set the perfect mood with 3 funky and jazzy music tracks, and punctuate key moments with sizzling stingers for an added layer of excitement. Play your cards right with Card and Board Games SFX & Music PRO Pack.
Electromagnetic sensors recording in stereo a range of soundfields from static, shimmering electric fields to pulsing, bass-heavy drones, and extreme ultrasonic incandescents, fully UCS metatagged and filenamed.
We’ve bundled together Submerge and Cave Design to give you more audio for a reduced price
The Water Bundle will give you enough audio to give your project the authentic sound of water boosting your project to the next level. The Water Bundle has been edited to allow a drop in ready and Royalty Free sample pack. These Samples can be used in a variety of projects from Sound Designing/Compositions for TV, Film, Documentaries and Video Games. UCS Compliant and Metadata is attached to the samples
Experience the crisp and immersive sounds of winter with The Ultimate Snow & Ice Bundle. This comprehensive sound effects library is an essential resource for professionals in film, gaming, and multimedia projects, seeking to create authentic winter soundscapes.
This collection includes a vast array of high-quality sound effects:
Recorded with high-quality gear, including Zoom H1N and Zoom H4, these sounds offer unparalleled clarity and realism. The library is perfect for professionals seeking to enrich their audio projects with detailed and atmospheric winter sound effects.
This meticulously crafted sound effects library is an essential tool for professionals in film, game development, and audio production who seek authentic and high-quality water soundscapes.
Recorded using high-quality equipment such as Zoom H4N, H1, and H6, these sounds offer unparalleled clarity and realism. Whether you’re creating serene nature scenes or designing complex audio environments, ‘Natural Water Streams’ provides a versatile range of water sound effects.
As Springs shifts to Summer, the bird choirs change to solitary signals and thunder rolls across the hills as the cicadas sing their farewells into the night and the wolves gather for their hunt.
The character of the EUROPEAN SUMMER focuses on capturing the spirit of Europe’s summer in stunning detail. The season in Europe expresses itself through its different and unique birds, wolves, insects, weather, and much more.
Now available in immersive 3D Surround.
Kaleidoscope is the first library of the project. It includes field recordings of various categories made in 2022-2023. All files are standardized according to the UCS system. The library features various atmospheric recordings immersing listeners into specific vivid and deep states.
Working on this library was very challenging personally for me. It took over a year to perfect it. It was difficult to remember where each recording was from and why I made it in the first place. Sometimes, photos from the locations helped, where I had to dig deep into my memory and listen to the recordings multiple times.
Kaleidoscope is a collection of disparate recordings united by one idea – to capture the here and now. From the clicks of waves resonating in the concrete confines of an abandoned duct to the atmosphere of an empty hotel room, from rain drumming on a metal canopy to sliding crystals in icy voids. The library is presented in two versions – stereo and spatial (5.0). Everything was recorded on the incredible Nevaton MS50 microphone in quad and DMS modes
Soundtrack Radio is a collection of music tracks spanning various genres and concepts – ideal for any game, movie, advertising videos and other media.
Powerful and engaging soundtracks of sporty and futuristic interaction, EDM pack is an elegant, yet energetic addition to the completion of your vision. This pack of music tracks sets up a perfect soundstage for victory, success and an engaging modern music experience with their intro, outro, looped and full versions. These tracks are packed in various resolutions, ensuring compatibility across a range of media platforms. Visual excitement meets the rhythm of life – EDM pack – feel the thrill of the race and ride the wave of electronic sound power!
Dive into the authentic urban atmospheres of French cities with our dedicated sound bank. Recorded in various locations such as Nantes, Strasbourg, Paris, Montpellier, Orléans, and more, our recordings offer a total immersion into the daily life of French city-dwellers.
Our collection is divided into two parts: a binaural section for an immersive spatial listening experience, and a stereo section for use in audio or audiovisual post-production.
You’ll find a wide variety of typically French urban environments, including restaurants, terraces, markets, parks, as well as street atmospheres, tourist areas, and traffic.
Each sound is captured with great precision to faithfully reflect the atmosphere and essence of the recorded locations. This sound bank is designed to meet the needs of sound professionals, offering a valuable resource to enhance their creative projects with realistic and evocative urban atmospheres.
Experience the essence of Mallorca with this collection of natural and urban soundscapes. From the bustling streets of Palma to the tranquil villages nestled in the mountains, each recording offers a slice of life from this diverse island. Hear the subtle interplay of voices, nature, and daily activities in various settings, all captured during a vibrant October in 2023.
Recorded with Sennheiser mkh 8040 and Zoom F3.
This is the perfect traffic ambient bed or road background sound for any media production that features highways, interstates, freeways or German Autobahn.
For this library I recorded dry, moist and wet road surfaces. I recorded sparse traffic, busy interstates and medium filled highways. The cars, trucks, busses and motorbikes drove slow, medium fast or at high speed.
There are highlight sounds like honks or sirens, rattling trucks, creaky suspensions and noisy medians. A lot of pass bys and vrooms.
Different perspectives range from close (<4m), medium, distant (>30m), top ( bridge), below (tunnel) to behind noise barrier.
Most sounds have been recorded at night to avoid other noises. Few selected feature other noises on purpose, like a cicada chirping at a truck stop or birds in close by trees for a full atmo.
Last but not least I recorded some handrails at the Autobahn with a contact mic. These metallic ambiences can be used for experimental sounddesign.
Nehind the scenes video: The vroom of German Autobahn (Ep 06) (youtube.com)
Gear used: Sound Devices 744t, Zoom F6, Schoeps CCM4, DPA 4060, Earthworks QTC50, Lewitt 540s, Schertler Contact Mic, Neumann 81i, Ambient Emesser
The Airbus H130 helicopter in 96khz 32bit wav for clean clear & realistic sound design.
No need for sifting through lengthy audio, these are concise well edited wav files for immediate scenario based application of basic helicopter operations from startup, takeoff, flybys, circling, hover,approach, land & shutdown.
Metadata available under UCS tagging.
Windy Nature is a collection of 24 bit / 96 kHz stereo recordings of wind blowing in large environments such as valleys, forests, woods, grassland and countryside. It has been recorded during the four season in Tuscany – Italy
Volleyball Match Ambience provides three distinct soundscapes spread through long, evolving and captivating sound recordings from Portugal’s primary masculine and feminine leagues, in addition to a regional match.
This is a highly intense and balanced sport characterized by its fast-paced nature, emphasis on teamwork and strategic play, where players use a combination of spiking, blocking, setting, and serving techniques to gain an advantage and outmaneuver their opponents. The game is played on a rectangular court divided by a net, with each team aiming to score points by grounding the ball on the opposing team’s side.
All recordings were attained from a centered front-row seat position in crystal-clear stereo, meaning you have all the necessary field-of-play interactions, in addition to varied crowd reactions ranging from diverse support chants, booing, casual conversations, clapping, local team speaker asking for crowd backing, referee whistles, coach instructions and air horns. This versatility of content guarantees full immersion, drama, excitement, intensity and realism for film, television, videogames, podcasts and more. Your audience will be transported courtside in no time.
The regional match sound files are the longest with a constant stream of clapping and chants from supporters and the players themselves championing their respective team, interspersed with quieter moments, making it ideal for a more balanced volleyball match ambience. Also included in this section are pre-match drills.
With over three and a half hours of content, this library is your all-access pass to the dynamic, exhilarating world of volleyball.
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