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Ambisonics sound effects libraries are captured with a special, full-sphere surround sound technique for 3D audio.
This library is the result of a really special recording trip, with field recording legend Chris Watson. Chris Watson’s work as a wildlife sound recordist has covered television documentaries and experimental musical collaborations. We spent 4 days in Delta Ebro learning from him!
We recorded in ambisonic (Zoom F8 and Sennheiser Ambeo VR Mic), and decoded and mixed in Dolby ATMOS at AdHoc Studios.
We recorded 13 beautiful tracks in ambisonic format. As always, top quality recordings specially designed for film audio projects.
Every now and then an opportunity comes along that you just cannot pass up. The chance of going on a recording trip to Zimbabwe alongside someone who knows the area and many locals was exactly that.
I traveled to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe in August of 2023. As the dry season and the coldest time of year was still in full swing, the land is dry, and animals travel long distances to reach watering holes and rivers to drink. With the trees dried out and few insects in sight, the soundscape across the steppes is eerily quiet day and night, save for the large number of helicopters flying tourists around during the day.
Not only was it an utterly inspiring experience just taking in the beauty of nature and the warm spirits of the people I have met, it was also an exercise in navigating the challenges of anthropogenic noise becoming more prevalent around the globe. With this time of year being the height of tourism season, capturing the sounds of nature meant having to find pockets of silence to avoid the sounds of helicopters, safari trucks, and trains carrying coal.
By resorting to drop rigs, overnight recording, and getting up before sunrise to record, I captured a wide range of birds, mammals, and ambiences that will let you recreate the soundscapes of this vivid nation in your projects. Of course, I also had to capture the incredible majestic power of Victoria Falls’ namesake waterfalls, both in stereo and Ambisonic format.
A portion of the sales proceeds for this library will be donated to local conservation efforts including Painted Dog Rescue, African Wildlife Foundation, as well as CARE‘s efforts in providing food and nutrition security, climate resilient livelihoods, economic development, education, and water.
Read my Article about the Trip here!
Ambisonic Aircraft pass by – low altitude is a collection of airliner passes recorded at the Barcelona airport. Barcelona airport offers the advantage of proximity to the landing strip, allowing one to stand directly beneath low-flying airplanes and capture high-quality sound easily.
A special rig was created for this recording session, holding a Sennheiser Ambeo VR mic, an XY stereo-matched pair of Neumann 184, and an AB stereo pair of DPA 4062.
Besides the natural differences between the microphones, The 1st order ambisonic signals allows rendering of the sonic sphere in multiple methods and changing the pass-by direction to meet your requirements.
The Neumann 184 XY pair reflects a destructive and wide stereo image, with minimal background information. The DPA 6042 has a crisp frequency response. Rycote windshields were used for the Amber and Newmann mic, and Bubblebe was used for the DPA.
Various aircraft were recorded for this release, including:
This collection is great for post-production, VR/AR experiences, game developers, and any real-time 3D audio engine.
Supported formats: First Order AmbiX B-Format, Stereo Binaural, Stereo AB, Stereo XY (Total of 140 files).
Rivers, Lakes and Streams recorded in Ambisonic
Many different sound perspectives. Ambisonic or “immersive audio” approach kept in mind while recording. Ambiences as well as close up (“surrounded by medium”) recordings. Recorded in all seasons, during all year.
Clean recording without birds and other unwanted sounds and recordings (ambiences) recorded with birds and other ambient sounds intentionally. 26,5 GB or 544 mins of high quality recordings.
Recorded with Sennheiser Ambeo VR mic. (Rycote blimp) and Sound Devices recorder. Audio files included: B-format, Ambix and Binaural. Preview is in Binaural (stereo).
Elevate your film, TV, and video game projects to new heights with our Immersive Dark Drones Audio Library. Embrace the darkness, the suspense, and the mystique like never before. This isn’t just sound; it’s an experience.
Unveiling our 50th audio library – a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence in sound design & field recording. Prepare to embark on an auditory journey like never before! It’s a new Milestone in our catalog: Our 50th Audio library!
Breaking new ground, we proudly present our first third-order ambisonic library. Why is this so significant? Because it takes the immersive experience to an entirely new level, capturing sound with unparalleled precision and depth. Feel the shivers down your spine as you’re enveloped by every haunting whisper, every ethereal echo.
But there’s more. In our relentless pursuit of perfection, we’re thrilled to introduce our first 9.1.6 Dolby Atmos library. The third-order resolution takes this format to heights previously unattainable. Picture yourself in the midst of the sound, where the line between reality and imagination blurs. It’s not just listening; it’s living the sound.
Key Features:
✨ 50th Audio Library Milestone: A testament to our dedication to audio excellence, delivering our best yet.
✨ Third-Order Ambisonic Technology: An immersive experience like never before. Sound that surrounds, captivates, and transports you.
✨ 9.1.6 Dolby Atmos: Unmatched sound precision and resolution. Step into the heart of the audio, where every nuance comes to life.
✨ Versatile Mixing Options: 16 channel Third Order Ambisonic, 9.1.6 ATMOS Bed, 5.1, First Order Ambisonic, and Stereo downmixes included in the collection. Customize your sound to perfection. Tailor the experience to your specific needs, whether you seek the enveloping embrace of high-order ambisonics or the classic simplicity of stereo.
As always, all the sounds that this collection is composed of have been obtained and recorded on an ambisonic format. Besides, all the recordings include metadata in English and Spanish, and they are compatible with software of sound library management like Soundminnner.
We have decoded all the Third Order Ambisonic recordings with Audio Brewers plugin into 9.1.6 Dolby ATMOS bed configuration, using the top channels to create totally outstanding ambiences tracks ready to use! Audio Brewers tools give use amazing control over high order AmbiX configurations with top notch CPU optimization! Ambisonics recordings are the way to go for VR and modern Film Sound Post Production workflows.
Sound of the sea, coastline, port, small port harbor, people, ship, boats etc. Recorded during year, all seasons.
Many sound perspectives. Ambisonic or “immersive audio” approach kept in mind while recording.
24,2 GB of high quality recording of the sea environment.
Recorded with Sennheiser Ambeo VR mic. (Rycote blimp) and Sound Devices recorder. Audio files included: B-format, Ambix and Binaural. Preview is in Binaural (stereo).
Recorded on 5 different Portuguese beaches and coastlines, Ambisonics – Beach contains over 4 hours of oceanscapes acquired under different weather conditions and distances, including summertime crowds and early morning unpopulated takes suitable for any desired situation or scene. Rising tides, calm seas, rocks splashed by turbulent waves, distant boats, beach sports, children playing, boardwalk crowds, palm tree details, playful birds on sandy dunes, amongst other oddities, complement this feature-complete library, ready to satisfy your VR ambitions. These long audio files are perfect for creating neutral beach soundscapes.
This sound library is available in both Ambisonics FuMa (B Format) and Stereo (Binaural) formats.
Budapest is often called the “Pearl of the Danube”, and it truly is a stunningly beautiful place.
During a small trip from Spain to Budapest & Vienna, we managed to record the most iconic places in the city in truly 360º spatial audio ambisonic format!
We choose ambisonic for our libraries as the most adaptive format in Audio Postproduction. We serve the edited and mastered AMBIX files, and decoded surround format in Dolby ATMOS, 5.1 and ST .
All our libraries are UCS compliant (universalcategorysystem.com). In this new category system all files contain extensive metadata like file description, Category & Subcategory. Metadata can be read and processed by the most common audio libraries management tools . Starting with Full support from Soundminer and more audio tools adopting this system, we are adopting metadata UCS system in our files!
Explore the beautiful soundscape of this impressive historic city.
In this soundlibrary you can hear more than just the popular tourist center. You can also explore outskirts and suburbs, trams, busses, subways and more.
41 georgeous ambiences, recorded carefully, professional and inconspicuous. With the 1st-order ambisonics AmbiX format you are completely free in what you want to do. For VR productions or to decode it into stereo, binaural stereo or multichannel-formats.
The ambiences are ready to use edited, detailed metadata included.
DL0118 Downtown Los Angeles Ambisonic Library Vol 1. Possibly the largest Downtown Los Angeles Ambisonic Sound FX Library created to date! This amazing collection of ambisonic recordings covers all major districts of Downtown, Los Angeles. The native B-Format ambisonic recordings for VR, sound editorial for film, and more
We recorded Madrid last winter, capturing 40 beautiful tracks in ambisonic format, 48Khz and 24 bits HD. As always, top quality recordings specially designed for film audio projects. The library was decoded and mixed in Dolby ATMOS.
Included Ambix Ambisonic, 7.1.2 Atmos Bed, 5.1 and ST versions.
We're proud to offer our inaugural bundle package, which includes the first four VSCRL libraries- The Park, The Road, The Snow, and The Beach. This collection comes at an incredible deal, and is the ultimate showcase of the immersive and VISCERAL quality of our ambisonics.
Recorded with the stunning Sennheiser Ambeo microphone, each ambience is delivered in both AmbiX and FuMa formats, as well as Stereo, 5.1, and 7.1.
What’s more- a 360 video reference is provided to offer a fully immersive image of the sound effect being captured!
“Morning Atmosphere Seaside Village Loops” is a unique collection of sounds recorded on a warm morning in a seaside village. In this atmospheric recording you will find seamless loops of crickets, rustling leaves on the trees, birds singing, dogs barking and the distant sounds of a train passing by, as well as planes flying high above the village.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking audio experience of California with our latest sound library, captured during our 2024 recording journey. This collection features high-quality field recordings from iconic locations across the Golden State, including bustling cityscapes, serene beaches, tranquil forests, and more. Every recording has been meticulously captured using our state-of-the-art Harpex SPCMIC, a third-order ambisonic microphone, ensuring unrivaled spatial accuracy and sound depth.
From the distant hum of the iconic Los Angeles traffic to the serene waves along the Pacific coastline, this library offers a rich and authentic sound palette ideal for filmmakers, sound designers, and immersive audio professionals. Whether you’re working on a cinematic project, virtual reality environment, or any audio production that demands lifelike spatial sound, this collection provides unparalleled ambisonic audio ready for your next project.
Top-notch third-order ambisonic library. It takes the immersive experience to an entirely new level, capturing sound with unparalleled precision and depth. Feel the shivers down your spine as you’re enveloped by every detail, accurately positioned.
But there’s more. In our relentless pursuit of perfection, we’re thrilled to offer 9.1.6 Dolby Atmos audio files along with 7.1.2 Atmos beds, 5.1, Stereo and First Order Ambisonic. The third-order resolution takes this format to heights previously unattainable. Picture yourself in the midst of the sound, where the line between reality and imagination blurs. It’s not just listening; it’s living the sound.
Key Features:
✨ Third-Order Ambisonic Technology: An immersive experience like never before. Sound that surrounds, captivates, and transports you.
✨ 9.1.6 Dolby Atmos: Unmatched sound precision and resolution. Step into the heart of the audio, where every nuance comes to life.
✨ Versatile Mixing Options: 16 channel Third Order Ambisonic, 9.1.6 and 7.1.2 ATMOS Bed, 5.1, First Order Ambisonic, and Stereo downmixes included in the collection. Customize your sound to perfection. Tailor the experience to your specific needs, whether you seek the enveloping embrace of high-order ambisonics or the classic simplicity of stereo.
As always, all the recordings include metadata in English and Spanish, and they are compatible with software of sound library management like Soundminer.
We have decoded all the Third Order Ambisonic recordings with Audio Brewers plugin into 9.1.6 Dolby ATMOS bed configuration, using the top channels to create totally outstanding ambiences tracks ready to use! Audio Brewers tools give use amazing control over high order AmbiX configurations with top notch CPU optimization! Ambisonics recordings are the way to go for VR and modern Film Sound Post Production workflows.
All our libraries are UCS compliant (universalcategorysystem.com). In this new category system all files contain extensive metadata like file description, Category & Subcategory. Metadata can be read and processed by the most common audio libraries management tools . Starting with Full support from Soundminer and more audio tools adopting this system, we are adopting metadata UCS system in our files!
ambiX First Order Ambisonic, Dolby ATMOS 9.1.6, 7.1.2, 5.1 and ST files have been mastered with Pro Tools 2024 Ultimate system, and are included in the purchase.
Volkswagen T-Cross Audio Sample Pack
Capture the authentic soundscape of the VW T-Cross with this comprehensive collection of high-quality recordings. This pack includes in-city driving, highway cruising, dynamic rev-ups, and crisp single shots of interior interactions, such as the turning signal, handbrake, and gear switches.
The recording session utilized professional-grade equipment, featuring two DPA 6062 microphones, a Countryman B3, and a Sennheiser Ambeo VR, all meticulously wired into a Zoom F8n recorder. The small mics were equipped with Bumblebee wind protections, while the Ambeo was safeguarded by a Rycote wind shield, ensuring clear and immersive audio quality.
Whether you’re a sound designer, filmmaker, or automotive enthusiast, this pack delivers the true essence of the VW T-Cross’s acoustic signature.
Note that this pack does not include static rev recordings for cross-fading techniques. However, there are 14 different excelaration recordings that are greate for granular synthesis engine emulation.
Vehicle details:
2020 VOLKSWAGEN T-CROSS
ADVANCE 1.0 TSI 70 KW (95 CV ) 5 manual SPEED
When my wife and I were taking a little vacation in the woods of Hardwick, Vermont, I was awestruck by just the utter absence of any anthropogenic noise around us. Whenever there was a car coming through, you’d hear it from miles away, and, with it being late November, there were no bird calls for the majority of the time.
In a small patch of forest near Nichols Pond lies a network of creeks and water runoffs that are ideal for capturing undisturbed, serene sounds of water flowing. Stable temperatures meant that there was very consistent snow melt and the flow of the water stayed steady throughout many hours of recording.
As a result, this single-purpose library contains long-form recordings of these creeks that will excel wherever the sounds of water flowing are desired with not even the slightest hint of looping. With the exception of two babbling brooks captured in stereo during a hike, all recordings are 10 minutes long and captured in AmbiX (Ambisonic B-Format) for the greatest possible flexibility when it comes to placing them in a virtual environment.
These recordings are free of edits and include stereo versions for dragging and dropping without the need for Ambisonic decoding. As a special treat, three long-form recordings are also accompanied by a Geofón track that captures the vibrations caused by the water in the nearby soil.
Recording Specs: 24 Bit / 96 kHz AmbiX & Stereo. 48 kHz Mono Geofón Recordings
Channel Formats: AmbiX (Ambisonic B-Format), Stereo, Mono
File Format: WAV
Size: 4.6 GB Stereo & Geofón, 8.3 GB AmbiX, 12.8 GB total
Gear used: RØDE NT-SF1 Ambisonic Mic, LOM Geofón, LOM Uši Pro, Zoom F6, Zoom F3
Processing: Level adjustment, Fade Ins/Outs, AmbiX to Stereo Conversion (perspective-optimized)
Beach Ambiences and Textures recorded in Summer.
Sound of the sea, people, children, boats etc. Crowds, people on the beach enjoying Summer.
Many sound perspectives. On the beach (middle of the beach), beach in distance (ambient sounds like crickets, cicadas, included) , people close, distant, all around, footsteps close, distant, swimming, jumping into water, sea surface close and other.
European languages (but mostly in background-indistinguishable), recorded in Mediterranean, Adriatic sea.
Recorded with Sennheiser Ambeo VR mic. and Sound Devices recorder. Audio files included: B-format, Ambix and Binaural. Preview is in Binaural (stereo).
The ultimate urban transportation sound library, including soundscapes and isolated sound elements from bustling terminals, spacious interiors, and lively locales. This is your go-to abience kit for crafting immersive soundscapes of urban transportation hubs and locations.
Natural soundscapes in Ambisonic recorded in Spring and early Summer. Forests, meadows, lake, river, streams ambiences. Long recordings. Birds, wind, background wind in trees, branches, wind in grass… Spring ambiences with intense birds song. Immersive recordings.
Recorded with Sennheiser Ambeo VR mic (Rycote blimps) and Sound Devices recorder
(all ch. matched with noise generator). Metadata tagged with info. Mic position is upright.
RAW files: B-format, Ambix (4 ch.) and Binaural stereo (preview is in Binaural stereo).
Check the sound list for add. info.
This production music library offers an irresistible fusion of Jamaican-Caribbean vibes and modern reggae, accentuated by sultry Latin undertones.
Caterham Series Pass-By compiles over 45 minutes of racing sounds from the series’ main annual event. Two speakers provide commentary on the race in both Portuguese and English, with occasional light crowd conversations. Recorded at two distinct locations, in this library, you’ll find long takes recorded at the finish line and the tightest corner of this particular race track, resulting in plenty of engine revving, drifting, and vehicles driving off into the distance. These recordings are perfect for media scenes set in these environments or for creative sound design, given that they were captured just 5 meters from the vehicles themselves.
This sound library is available in both Ambisonics FuMa (B Format) and Stereo (Binaural) formats.
Ambisonics – Lisbon compiles 57 long and evolving sound files from Portugal’s sunny capital, known for its unique river/ocean-side location and diverse lifestyles.
Busy traffic intersections from the city’s famous avenues contrast with the quiet ambience of its picturesque neighborhoods. These areas are splashed with riverside waves and distant boat engines and also include chatty tourist hotspots like Carmo’s Street, Feira da Ladra’s flea market, or A Brasileira’s coffee shop. Lisbon’s main plazas also abound with centered recordings, resulting in complete cityscapes with both busy traffic flow and pedestrian action.
Some of the city’s gardens were recorded on hot summer days, capturing cicada calls, the chirping of multiple bird species, and curious sightseers exploring the surroundings.
The city’s trademark trams are also prominently featured on all traffic soundscapes but also with an interior ride take for full VR immersion. Other city transportation vehicles, such as cable cars, trains, subways, and their respective stations, are also included. They were recorded on multiple floors and distances, some with interior takes as well. With nearly 6 hours of versatile and original content, you’re guaranteed to find the right cityscape from one of Europe’s most sought-after tourist destinations.
This sound library is available in both Ambisonics FuMa (B Format) and Stereo (Binaural) formats.
Racing Citröen C1 Pass-By compiles around 40 minutes of modified Citröen C1 (2008) vehicles racing at a private event, with little to no crowd conversations or unnecessary background noise, aside from the speaker commenting on the race itself in Portuguese. Recorded at two distinct locations, this library features long takes at the finish line and on the tightest corner of the race track, capturing plenty of engine revving, drifting, and vehicles driving off into the distance. These recordings are perfect for media scenes set in these settings or for creative sound design, as they were recorded just 5 meters from the vehicles themselves.
This sound library is available in both Ambisonics FuMa (B Format) and Stereo (Binaural) formats.
The low frequency rumbles, distant traffic and hubbub of daily city life from European Countries captured in high quality audio!
This short but sweet selection of busy city and urban soundscapes with rumbling trams, trains, cars and other general hubbub of a busy European City, with powerful low frequency energy and detailed sounds of the city.
From underneath huge concrete flyovers to the fast moving city street, thunderstorms over a small side street and more.
We were really looking to capture the low frequency energy of the city and when recorded this library this was our main point of interest.
Recorded in locations such as Warsaw, Poland and Wrocław – the former German city and the hubbub of a busy city square in Krakow, Poland with cafe and tourist ambiences.
Recorded with a variety of microphones including ambisonic, omnidirectional and stereo.
All ambisonic tracks are either ambix b-format or binaural. We hope you enjoy!
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