AUDIO SAMPLES

Audio loops and samples

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Free audio loop and sample collections that were originally included on CD, free with issues of Music Radar Magazine.

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214 8-Bit Bonanza Samples - from SampleRadar

Based on simple synth sources, these have been squashed and processed to give you that authentic chiptune vibe like from the old, first gen gaming systems like the NES, Gameboy, Sega, Commodore, Atari, and more. The 8-bit bonanza samples are divided into four folders: Bitty Noises, FM Arp Loops, VocoBit Hits and VocoBit Noises.

502 80's Samples - from SampleRadar

Bowie, Numan, MJ and ABC-style 80's sounds. The samples are split into six folders, each of which contains a construction kit of samples at a defined tempo (93, 117, 118, 120, 125 and126bpm). As well as loops, each kit also contains hits.

235 80's Heat Samples - from SampleRadar

Epic drum, guitar and synth sounds from the era of excess. Music in the '80s meant drums drenched in reverb, big guitars and bombastic synths, and all of these things are represented here. The '80s heat samples are divided into five folders, each of which is labelled according to the tempo of the sounds contained within it.

331 '90s Ambient Samples - from SampleRadar

Going back to the '90s. The 1990s were a boom time for ambient music, blissful beats, synth washes, vocals effects and more. The '90s ambient samples are divided into three folders, each of which contains a range of different sounds.

360 Abstract Samples - from SampleRadar

Six collections of out there loops range in tempo from 90 to 150bpm, and each contains loops in Abstract, Atmospheric, High frequency, Low frequency, Melodic and Percussive folders.

266 Acoustic Guitar Samples - from SamplRadar

Clean and effected loops for your productions recorded on a Takemine EAN45CX six string acoustic guitar, Yamaha FG-412-12 twelve string acoustic guitar and Terada six string (nylon) classical guitar. The samples are split into two tempo-labelled folders: 85 and 120bpm. These contain mixes of several guitars, effected loops and single instrument loops.

345 Afrobeat Samples - from SamplRadar

Beats, bass, guitars, percussion and more. Hailing from Africa in the '70s and christened by Fela Kuti, the infectious sound of Afrobeat combines elements of jazz, funk and traditional Nigerian music. Talking Heads, TV On The Radio and Vampire Weekend have all been influenced by the genre. The samples are split into three construction kits of different tempi (105, 110 and 118bpm). These contain drum, bass, guitar, keyboard and percussion loops.

363 Alarm and Siren Samples - from SampleRadar

Based on the sound of emergency services vehicles, air raid sirens, fog horns, alarm clocks and more. The alarm and siren samples are divided into seven folders, each of which is labelled according to the tempo of the samples contained within it.

195 Ambient Allsort Samples - from SampleRadar

Kick back relaxing loops. Far more than lightweight tinkles, these are sounds that can be used in some serious productions. The ambient allsort samples are divided into four folders: Analog loops, Lengthwise loops, Processed vox and whisper sessions and Spherical loops.

382 Ambient Samples - from SampleRadar

Ethereal sounds and textures. The samples are split into two construction kits of different tempi (80 and 120bpm). These contain arpeggiated synth, bass, drum, pad, Rhodes, guitar and other loops.

440 Amped Samples - from SampleRadar

Toughened-up dub, jazz, experimental and funk sounds. It offers re-amped bass, drum and guitar loops in four different styles. The samples are split into four tempo-labelled construction kits: Dub, Jazz, Experimental and Funk. Each of these contains drum, bass and guitar loops.

280 Analogue Circuit Samples - from SampleRadar

Add some character to your productions with these outboard-processed sounds. Sounds recorded digitally can sound great, but in many cases, they can benefit from being pushed through an analogue circuit or two before going back into your computer. That's exactly the process that was used to concoct the loops. The analogue circuit samples are divided into three tempo-themed folders, each of which contains drum, percussion and instrument sounds.

586 Analogue Drum and Bass Samples - from SampleRadar

Hits, squelches and more. Stuffed with clean and processed sounds that were created using a selection of vintage analogue drum and synth hardware. The analogue drum and bass samples are split into seven folders, each of which is labelled to indicate the type of sounds you'll find within it.

261 Aquatic Adventure Samples - from SampleRadar

Submerge yourself in these watery sounds. Subterranean sound collection calls to mind the bubbly musical motifs that sountracked the underwater levels of several classic video games. The aquatic adventure samples are divided into three tempo-labelled folders, each of which contains loops and lead lines.

404 Arabian Nights Samples - from SampleRadar

A collection of desert delights. There's a strong percussive feel to this collection, but look out for some more melodic loops, too. The Arabian nights samples are divided into five three folders: Beats, Drum Hits and Loops.

462 Atmospheric Samples - from SampleRadar

Pads, textures, bleeps, drones and more. These sounds can be used to add interest to an existing track or, if you're feeling particularly experimental, serve as the basis for a new one. The samples are split into 11 categories: Dark, Earoh, Harmoneutic, Light, Orgonite, OutSect, Pads, ReAtmos, Sweepa, SynAtmos and Textures.

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136 B-boy Electro Samples - from SampleRadar

'80s street sounds revived. Adidas tracksuits, Gazelle trainers, a huge boombox and your own roll of lino. The era of the B-boy, electric boogaloo and the 808. The samples are split into five tempo-labelled construction kits, plus a bonus folder that contains beats, hits and robot vox.

504 Balearic Bliss Samples - from SampleRadar

Warm yourself up with these sun-kissed sounds. This is the sound of an Ibizan sunrise. The samples are split into four folders, each of which contains a construction kit of samples at a defined tempo (100, 105, 125 and 135bpm). As well as loops, each kit also contains hits and multisamples.

195 Bass Boutique Samples - from SampleRadar

All about that bass. A variety of instruments were used to create the loops 'n' 'lines. The bass boutique samples are divided into five folders, each of which is labelled according to the tempo of the sounds contained within it.

392 Bass Guitar Samples - from SampleRadar

Riffs, arpeggios, chords and more. There are all kinds of ways to create a bass sound, but there are times when only the distinctive tone of a proper bass guitar will do. Here is a sizeable collection of bass guitar samples. The bass samples are split into themed folders. Some of them conform to a set tempo, while others are more freeform.

263 Bassline Samples - from SampleRadar

Beats and, err, basslines. Growing out of speed garage, bassline (the genre, not the musical element) first came to prominence in the early part of the century. The samples are split into three folders: Bass loops, Beats and Drum hits. The Beat loops are also supplied as REX files for maximum flexibility.

289 Battery-Powered Samples - from SampleRadar

Having a battery power option in an electronic music device not only makes it portable, but it also somehow lends it an innate sense of fun. It's these mains-free (and often minuscule) marvels that we're celebrating here, as SampleRadar ditches the power supply and digs out the AAs.

210 Berlin Beats Samples - from SampleRadar

Hard hitting techno sounds. As well as being home to some of the world's best-known music software companies - Native Instruments, Ableton, and upstart DAW developers Bitwig are all based there - Berlin has a thriving techno scene. The Berlin beat samples are divided into ten mini kits, while there's also a folder of bonus analogue percussion hits.

321 Bitcrushed Samples - from SampleRadar

Bitcrushing sounds is like squeezing bubble wrap - once you get going, you just can't stop. This collection was brought to you by running sounds through the BugBrand BabyBugCrusher v1 pedal and Malgorithm bit crusher. The bitcrushed samples are divided into three folders containing beats, loops and percussion hits.

50 Bomb Squad Samples - from SampleRadar

Tactical beats and sample artillery from Hank Shocklee. As a member of The Bomb Squad, Hank Shocklee helped to produce a selection of seminal Public Enemy records. He's also been responsible for film soundtracks and set up his own production company. The samples are split into two folders: loops, and sounds and FX.

355 Breakbeat Samples - from SampleRadar

Not just drums, but basslines and synths, too. Not just drums but melodic sounds, too. The samples are split across four construction kits, each of which contains breaks, basslines and synths (some contain FX sounds, too). As well as loops, there are single hits and multisamples.

400 Broken Beat Samples - from SampleRadar

Damaged goods that sound great. Those seeking rhythmic rigidity should look elsewhere, but if you want to stray away from the metronomic, this collection could be right up your street. The samples are split into four tempo-labelled construction kits, each of which contains loops, hits and multisamples.

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792 Carnival Rave Samples - from SampleRadar

Bringing the sunshine back. To expand a little more, these sounds are tinged with ragga, reggaeton, breakbeat, house and basement flavours: click the download button and get the party started. The samples are supplied in five folders: Extreme synth bass, Rhythmic loops, Single hits, Vox loops and Vox slices. All the loops are supplied at 130bpm.

464 Cartoon Caper Samples - from SampleRadar

Make your music sound a little more animated. We all remember those Saturday mornings spent watching cartoons, but it isn't just the visuals we recall; it's the sounds as well. If you're looking for bangs, boings, squelches and blasters, you've come to the right place, indulge in some cartoon capers. The cartoon capers samples are divided into seven folders, each of which is labelled according to the sounds contained within it.

438 Cheap Synth Samples - from SampleRadar

Collection of classic lo-fi sounds. Loops, sounds and hits from some classic affordable synth hardware. The cheap synth samples are divided into six folders, each of which contains samples from a specific synth. There are further sub-folders within each of these.

352 Chillout Samples - from SampleRadar

Chillout and relax. Lower the stress levels and calm things down. That's right: enter the blissful world of chillout: set the speedometer to 90bpm and relax. The samples are split into four folders: Bass, Drums, Keys and Pads. These contain both loops and multisamples.

437 Chunky Guitar and Drum Samples - from SampleRadar

Heavy sounds for rock productions. Bold and brash drum and guitar sounds. You'll hear echoes of Led Zeppelin in some of the beats, and some lead guitar snippets alongside the heavy riffs and chugs. The samples are split into seven folders, each of which is named to give an indication of the type of drum or guitar sounds contained within.

293 Cinematic Drama Samples - from SampleRadar

Inject some movie magic into your productions. If you want to add some tension and suspense to your projects, check out this cinematic selection of impacts, loops, scene setters, sound beds and stings. The cinematic drama samples are divided into five folders, each of which is labelled according to the sounds contained within it.

384 City Nights Samples - from SampleRadar

Urban sounds from after-hours. This collection of samples celebrates the sleazy concrete jungle soundtracks that you've heard in gangster movies, cop shows and crime-based videogames. The city nights samples are divided into four tempo-labelled folders and contain bass, beat, guitar and keyboard samples.

976 Classic Synth Samples - from SampleRadar

ARP and Roland sounds are just a click away. These come from ARP's Odyssey and Solina instruments, and Roland's System 100. The samples are split into four folders. Three of these cover the featured synths, while the fourth contains all the drum machine content. There are riffs, multisamples and single hits.

148 Cosmic Soul Samples - from SampleRadar

Flying Lotus-style sounds for all. Let's just settle for saying that if you're keen to get your glitchy LA hip-hop vibe on, this is a good place to start. The samples are split into three folders, each of which is tempo-labelled and contains bass, beat and synth loops.

259 Country Crunk Samples - from SampleRadar

Guitar, Rhodes, drum, bass and harmonica loops. Guitars of various flavours, beats, basslines, Rhodes piano progressions, organ licks and harmonica parts. The samples are split into four construction kits, each of which is supplied in a tempo-labelled folder (84, 110, 98 and 90bpm). Inside these you'll find further folders that are labelled by instrument, and the samples are contained within.

475 Crate Digger's Samples - from SampleRadar

For a true sample collector, nothing beats the feeling of crate digging. Hunting down a dusty record shop, wiping off an old, forgotten record, dropping the needle onto it and hearing a crackly old sound that could be the basis for a whole track. The crate digger's samples are divided into seven folders. Six of these are organised by tempo, and there's also a folder of vinyl noises.

1,007 Criminal Damage Samples - from SampleRadar

Create audio carnage with these bruising sounds. A load of mangled, crushed and generally messed-up sounds. The samples are split into 13 folders, and the name of each one should give you a good idea of the carnage that awaits within. As well as loops, some of the categories also contain hits, while there's a dedicated folder of multisamples.

277 Cyborg Beats Samples - from SampleRadar

Electronic drums with human feel. This bundle of beats features a cast of drum machines, but the rhythms have been given a human touch. Each of the cyborg beats samples has its tempo in the filename, along with the name of the gear used to create it.

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295 Dance/Urban Pop Samples - from SampleRadar

Radio-friendly sounds to kickstart your hit-making. If your aim is to produce pop music then the dance/urban pop samples are split into six folders containing beats, drum hits, loops and one-shots.

212 Dancehall Samples - from SampleRadar

Paying tribute to the reggae-derived genre of dancehall. You'll find everything you need to unleash your inner rudeboy. The samples are split into five folders, each of which contains a construction kit in a specified tempo. Each kit features bass, drums, lead and other loops, while drum hits are also provided.

358 Dark Dub Samples - from SampleRadar

Shut the curtains and turn out the lights. The sound of dark dub blends hard electronica and dub reggae rhythms/production techniques into one sinister whole. Beats, bass, keys 'n' synths and percussion folders are all on offer, with the sounds being supplied at three tempi (125, 130 and 135bpm).

201 Deep Dub Samples - from SampleRadar

Atmospheres, beats, FX and bass loops. The deep dub samples are divided into four folders containing atmospheres, beats, FX and bass loops.

284 Digital Lover Samples - from SampleRadar

Funky enough to bring a disco to its knees. This collection of sounds is designed to help you to create your own seductive grooves. The digital lover samples are split into three tempo-labelled construction kits (124, 128 and 130bpm), each of which contains beats, basslines, guitars, synths and other instruments.

246 Dirty Dutch House Samples - from SampleRadar

Construction kits, beats and FX. Dutch house is, of course, a hard-edged style of dance music from the Netherlands, and this collection takes inspiration from it. The dirty Dutch house samples are split into ten folders: there are eight tempo-labelled construction kits plus FX and bonus beat folders.

176 Dirty Grime Samples - from SampleRadar

Audio filth for your DAW. Drums come courtesy of Linplug's RMIV drum module (with layered claps and snares to add extra weight), while the basses and synths have been left deliberately simple using basic waveforms. The samples are split into nine construction kits, and there's also a bonus folder of 'bits and FX'.

280 Distorted Drum Loop Samples - from SampleRadar

Clean beats are all well and good, but there are times when you need the character that only distortion can provide. To save you the bother of roughing-up your rhythms, SampleRadar have put together this fine collection of distorted drum loops, all of which have undergone some kind of out-of-the-box processing. The distorted drum loop samples are divided into seven folders, each of which is labelled based on the tempo of the samples contained within it.

545 Domestic Appliance Samples - from SampleRadar

Saws, drills, fans, toasters, microwaves and more. What do saws, drills, extractor fans, an oven, a microwave, pots and pans and a breast pump have in common? They were all sampled for this SampleRadar collection is the answer, and then processed using all manner of different effects. The domestic appliance samples are divided into four folders: Beats, Hit n One Shots, Loops and Verbed Out.

1,000 Drum Samples - from SampleRadar

Kicks, snares, hi-hats, crashes and more. A round thousand drum samples are awaiting your attention: we've got single hits, complete kits that can be loaded into your drum machine or program of choice and a selection of ready-to-go loops. The samples are split into three folders: Assorted Hits, Drum Kits and Rex Loops. The first two contain further sub-folders that let you know the type of hit and kit you're dealing with (both acoustic and electronic sounds are on offer), while the third feature

200 Drum Break Samples - from SampleRadar

Clean and processed beats. These were all recorded on a '70s Ludwig Super Classic Kit and are supplied both clean and processed. The drum breaks are split into two folders (Clean and Processed) and each has its tempo listed in the file name.

100 Drum'n'Bass Atmosphere Samples - from SampleRadar

Brooding soundscapes for your DnB productions. First up, atmospheres: if you're looking for eerie and futuristic soundscapes that will help you to create great intros, you've come to the right place. The samples are supplied in a single folder, so just dive in and explore them.

200 Drum 'n' Bass Breaks Samples - from SampleRadar

Fast and furious drum loops. Rather than go down the construction kit route, this time you get 200 breakbeat-style loops that are ripe for twisting and reprogramming. The breaks are numbered 1 to 200 - go ahead and do with them what you will.

100 Drum 'n' Bass FX Samples - from SampleRadar

Use these sounds to add interest to your DnB productions. You'll find risers, descenders, impacts and abstract noises, all of which are designed to add interest to your DnB productions. The samples are supplied in a single folder, so just dive in and explore them.

130 Drum 'n' Bass Pad Samples - from SampleRadar

Sweeping DnB soundscapes. 130 sweeping chords and drones that are perfect for anyone who wants to give their DnB projects a more epic quality. The samples are supplied in a single folder, so just dive in and explore them.

328 Drum 'n' Bass Samples - from SampleRadar

Download loops, hits and multis. This may be a genre that had its big moment in the mainstream more than a decade ago, but it continues to thrive and its influence is felt on the likes of grime, dubstep and ghettotech. The samples are split across two construction kits, each of which contains – appropriately enough – drum and bass sounds. As well as loops, there are single hits and multisamples.

250 Dub Designer Samples - from SampleRadar

Laidback beats, basses, guitar chops and more. The laid-back reggae sub-genre of dub is surely one of the most influential, especially to anyone using technology to make music. The Dub designer samples are divided into four tempo-labelled folders. All the samples are supplied as WAV files so can be imported directly into your DAW or sampler of choice.

204 Dub Drums Samples - from SampleRadar

Spacey beats you can download for nothing. Armed with spring reverbs and tape echoes, the SampleRadar team has set about producing a set of dub drum loops that will dominate your mixes. The dub drums samples are divided into four folders: 85, 105, 120 and 130bpm.

281 Dub Samples - from SampleRadar

More top-quality sounds for your library. Dub, the throbbing drum- and bass-heavy genre that grew out of reggae. The samples are split across four construction kits, each of which contains drum, bass, guitar, keyboard and other loops, plus a selection of drum hits.

342 Dubstep Samples - from SampleRadar

The much-talked-about style that features elements of garage, grime and 2-step. One of the great things about dubstep is that you don't need loads of gear to create it. The samples are split across five construction kits, each of which contains beats, basslines, synths and more. Use them together or pick and choose just one or two loops – it's completely up to you.

160 Dubstep Bonus Samples - from SampleRadar

342 free dubstep samples are available above for download, but if that's not quite enough for you, here is some extra bonus content. The samples are split into four folders: Beats, FX, Loops and Percussive FX. Each of these contains samples of the type that the folder name indicates.

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721 Electro House Samples - from SampleRadar

Beats, basslines, synths, FX and guitars. Massive in its own right and currently influencing pop music around the globe, this is very much the sound of now. The samples are supplied into eight folders, with each one labelled according to its contents: Bass loops, Beats, Drum hits, FX, Guitar chunks, Guitar loops, Processed beats and Synth riffs.

220 Electronic Pop Samples - from SampleRadar

Cutting-edge, chart-friendly sounds. When you're approaching these loops, think David Guetta, Lady Gaga and Tinie Tempah (among others). They were created using some of the very latest soft synths, including Tone2's ElectraX and Audio Damage's Phosphor. The samples are split into five folders. These contain the full loops, the various loop elements, the drum loops only, the drum loops without kick drums, and the drum loops with bass.

451 Emo Samples - from SampleRadar

Fist-clenching, tear-fighting sounds. So, sweep your hair across your head, slip on your skinniest fitting jeans and get ready to experience some angst. The samples are split into five construction kits, each of which contains bass, drum (loops and hits), lead and rhythm guitar samples.

200 Experimental Lead Samples - from SampleRadar

Expected the unexpected. Devised by experimental sound scientist rachMiel, it features lead loops in three categories: 12-tone mirrors (forward and backward versions of the same 12-tone rows); building blocks (short segments extracted from one long melodic line); and modals (rhythmically upbeat Aeolian, Dorian, Lydian and Phrygian fragments). The experimental lead samples are divided into the three categories previously detailed.

100 Experimental Samples - from SampleRadar

Autechre- and Burial-inspired sounds. Don't expect easily digestible rhythms and melodies. Inspired by the likes of Autechre, Burial and Saturn Never Sleeps, many of these sounds were created using Omnisphere and Absynth. The samples are split into four folders: Bass, Drones, Drums and Sfx.

193 Extreme Bass Samples - from SampleRadar

Crank your low-end up a notch. Many of the sounds in this collection move away from the vanilla bass tone, being heavily processed to give them extra bite and edge. The samples are split into two folders: Live bass Biz and Low-end FX.

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171 Feedback Samples - from SamplRadar

Come and feel the noise. For some, feedback is a curse, but SampleRadar is of the opinion that it sometimes pays to embrace its squealy charm. Created by running two or three chains of pedals in and out of an LEM Baby mixer/tape echo. For the guitar samples, a Danelectro Baritone was also used; the others were made simply by feeding the mixer back on itself through the pedals. The samples are split into two folders: LEM Baby Mixer and LEM n Guitar.

242 Feelgood Samples - from SampleRadar

Sweet sounds to brighten your mood. It won't be long before you're putting the finishing touches to your uplifting summer anthem with this collection of upbeat sounds. The samples are split into three folders: Chords (organ and synth choir), Harp and Loops.

1,338 Female Vocal Samples - from SampleRadar

Vocal lines and harmonies for your music. If your latest track is lacking in personality, these could be just the thing to give it some, and because each line is supplied in soft, medium and hard variations (and with two harmony parts), you've got plenty of flexibility. The samples are supplied in six stylistically themed folders: just open them up and start exploring.

410 Filter Fun Samples - from SampleRadar

We get busy with the resonance and cutoff. This collection delivers all manner of filtered fun, with some mad modulations thrown in for good measure. The filter fun samples are divided into six main folders, each of which is labelled to indicate the sounds contained within it.

294 Filthy Hippy Samples - from SampleRadar

Peace, love, and downloadable sounds. The influence of psychedelia, rock and even electronica can all be felt at times, as the sound veers from gritty to mellow. The samples are supplied in five tempo-labelled construction kits, each of which contains drum, bass, guitar, keyboard and other samples.

563 Floor-Filling Samples - from SamplRadar

Real-world beats and loops. Featuring sounds that were captured in places as diverse as Paris, London and the ring road around Bristol. The loops were created with the aid of the Kurzweil K2600r effects engine, while the beats were made with the aid of NI's Kontakt. The found sound samples are split into two folders: Beats and Loops. The samples are then organised by tempo.

189 French House Samples - from SamplRadar

Take that Parisian sound from the dancefloor to the lounge. We're all familiar with the blown-out, heavily compressed and sucked-about sounds that typify a lot of French house, but sometimes, you want the same kind of flavour in a more chilled-out setting. The French house chillout samples are divided into three tempo-labelled folders (120bpm, 128bpm and 140bpm). Each folder contains both rhythmic and instrumental loops.

289 Funk Guitar Samples - from SampleRadar

A prime selection of choppy sounds. Whether you're producing taut funk or a house banger, the value of a good choppy guitar part can't be underestimated. The samples are split into seven folders and are all at 110bpm.

376 Funk Samples - from SamplRadar

Sounds to get you on the good foot. Put some of these in your tunes and the roof of the sucker will be well and truly torn off. The samples are split into five folders. Four of these are labelled according to their tempo and contain instrument sounds, while the fifth is filled with beats.

338 FX Samples - from SampleRadar

Voices, ambiences, sci-fi noises and abstract sounds. Whether you're working on a soundtrack for a media project or your latest dubstep opus, FX samples can help to add interest and atmosphere. The samples are supplied in six folders, each of which contains FX sounds of a particular type.

395 FX and Sweetener Samples - from SampleRadar

Essential ear candy for your tunes. Sounds that can be used to add an extra 'something' to your tracks. FX noises and sweeteners that will serve as the icing on the sonic cake (or, if you're more experimental, the egg and flour). The samples are split into ten folders. Nine of these contain FX sounds, while the final one (which is in a separate zip file) contains the sweeteners. As well as loops, some of the kits also contain hits.

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703 Grime Samples - from SampleRadar

The sounds of the East London underground. Since then, grime's 2-step beats and throbbing basslines have influenced a range of styles, notably dubstep. The samples are split into seven self-explanatory categories: Bass, Beats, FX, Guitar, Kits, Synth and Vox.

272 Guitar and Bass Samples - from SampleRadar

Six- and four-string sounds for your projects. The guitar loops were recorded through a tube compressor and in some cases a Morley wah-wah was used. The bass collection was played on a pair of vintage Music Man Stingrays and treated to some EQ and compression limiting. Some also feature distortion, phaser or an envelope filter pedal. The samples are split into two folders: Bass Loops and Guitar Loops. Inside these, you'll find further folders that are labelled by tempo or tone/style.

216 Guitar Drone Samples - from SampleRadar

Two note wonders for your sample library. Created with a range of guitars, amps, pedals and other outboard and software processors, SampleRadar's selection of 2-bar drones can be used as they are or manipulated even further. The guitar drone samples are divided into six folders, each of which is labelled according to the tempo of the sounds contained within it.

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300 Hand Control Samples - from SampleRadar

Sounds that were made with a waft or a wave. The gear involved includes a Theremin, an Alesis AirFX, a light dimension beam controlling various synths and an Ebow on a Fender Telecaster. The samples are split into five folders, each of which is labelled according to its contents.

252 Heavy Metal Drum Samples - from SampleRadar

Thunderous beats to kickstart your productions. A varied collection of drum loops in this most brutal of genres. Both acoustic and electronic beats are included, and they come at a wide range of tempi. The samples are split into two folders: acoustic and electronic. Each of these contains sub-folders that are labelled by tempo.

400 Heavy Metal Guitar Samples - from SampleRadar

Celebrate Riff Week with these crunchy free sounds. A mighty collection of royalty-free heavy metal guitar sounds. The samples are split into three folders: Guitar A; Guitar B; and Guitar C. Each of these contains riffs, chugs, power chords and more.

303 Hi-NRG Samples - from SampleRadar

30 years ago, dance music sounded like this. SampleRadar has decided to step back to the '80s to bring you a taste of the up-tempo, synth-powered genre that was Hi-NRG. The samples are supplied in five folders: four of these are tempo-labelled construction kits, while the fifth is filled with multisamples.

316 Hip-Hop Samples - from SampleRadar

All you need to create slammin beats. Collection includes drums, basslines, guitars, synths and keyboards - everything you need, in other words, to produce a hip-hop beat. The samples are split into six construction kits that are labelled according to their tempo (85, 90, 94, 97, 100 and 110bpm). Each kit contains further folders labelled by instrument type.

332 Hip-Rock Samples - from SampleRadar

Urban rock sounds for your productions. Since Aerosmith and Run DMC kicked down the barrier between rock and hip-hop, countless acts have attempted to blend these seemingly distinct genres together. The hip-rock samples are divided into five folders: Beats, Distorted BonusBeats, Drum Hits, Hits FX and Loops.

196 Horrorscape Samples - from SampleRadar

Samples that go bump in the night. Inspired by the sound of horror film soundtracks (the '80s, John Carpenter type in particular). So, you can expect hoppy electro pulse loops, tense synth basslines, clashing pianos, low staccato strings and some chilling chimes. The horrorscape samples are divided into four folders that are labelled according to their tempo.

338 House Samples - from SampleRadar

Four to the floor and hands in the air please. Suffice to say, if you're looking for loops that will help you to produce your next club anthem, you've come to the right place. The samples are split into five construction kits, each of which is supplied in a tempo-labelled folder. Inside these you'll find further bass, beats and synths/keys folders, and the samples are contained within.

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500 IDM Samples - from SampleRadar

Aphex Twin and Squarepusher-style sounds. IDM stands for Intelligent Dance Music. These sounds are inspired by the likes of Aphex Twin, Squarepusher and Mouse On Mars. The IDM samples are split into five key- and tempo-labelled construction kits. Each of these contains the Base kit - which contains beats, drum hits, bass loops, atmospheric sounds and two or three other instruments - and an Alternate folder that features a collection of loops made from the raw materials of the Base Kit.

152 Industrial Metal Samples - from SampleRadar

Synths and beats with extra grit. A selection of no-holds-barred, amped-up beats, synths and basslines, all ready to let rip. The industrial metal samples are split into 100, 140 and 160bpm construction kits.

500 Industrial Samples - from SampleRadar

Prepare for a dose of sonic brutality. Suitably nasty and in-yer-face, but if not, just distort them some more. The samples are split into five tempo-labelled construction kits, each of which contains loops, hits and multisamples.

459 Instant Drum Fill Samples - from SampleRadar

The easy way to add some rhythmic variation. A selection of pre-rolled, err, rolls and fills. The instant drum fill samples are divided into nine tempo-themed folders.

246 Italo Disco Samples - from SampleRadar

The sound of European dancefloors in your DAW. Conceived in the '70s, the futuristic electronic sound if italo disco has enjoyed something of a renaissance recently, with its influence being heard on work by artists such as Sally Shapiro, Glass Candy and even Little Boots. The samples are split into four folders, each of which contains a construction kit in a specified tempo. Each kit features bass, beats, percussion and synth loops.

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326 Jackin' House Samples - from SampleRadar

Bouncing beats and loops. The jackin' house samples are divided into two folders containing beats and loops.

466 Jazz Club Samples - from SampleRadar

In a word, nice. And even if you don't make straight-up jazz, the loops and riffs on offer here may still be useful for adding a touch of sophistication to your productions. The samples are supplied in four construction kits, each of which is tempo-labelled. Inside the main folder for each of these you'll find drums, guitar, bass and keys samples.

626 Jazz Groove Samples - from SampleRadar

Beats, licks, runs and more. A lot of people think that they don't like jazz, but while certain elements of this wide and varied genre can be challenging to say the least, SampleRadar encourages you not to dismiss the whole oeuvre out of hand. The jazz groove samples are split into six folders containing drum, guitar and keyboard sounds.

223 Jen SX1000 Samples - from SamplRadar

Great sounds from this Italian classic. All the sounds in this collection were created using the Jen SX1000 monosynth, which was on the market in the late '70s and early '80s. The Jen SX1000 breaks are split into three folders: Drums, Loops n Lines and Tape Echo Noises.

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408 Layering Samples - from SampleRadar

Because sounds can become more than the sum of their parts. Here is a suite of noises that you know will be useful when you want to do some stacking. The layering samples are divided into five main folders, each of which is labelled so you know what kind of sounds are contained within it.

212 Lo-fi Punk Disco Samples - from SampleRadar

Get your hands on these LCD-style loops and hits. James Murphy-inspired lo-fi punk disco samples. Synths, drums, guitars and basses. The samples are split into 7 folders, six of which contain construction kits, and one of which contains beats at various tempi. As well as loops, there are also some drum hits.

587 Lo-fi Samples - from SampleRadar

Add some bit-crushed grit to your productions. There's a decidedly 8-bit theme and many of the sounds have been degraded to perfection with a range of audio processors. The samples are split into four folders: Lo-fi drum loops, Sound FX, Construction kits and Bonus multisamples.

166 Lounge Samples - from SampleRadar

Put your feet up and drift away. Pull up your plushest studio chair, load it up with your plumpest cushions and prepare to ease yourself into some stress-busting music making. The samples are split into four tempo-labelled construction kits, each of which contains bass, drum and other instrument parts.

500 Loungekore Samples - from SampleRadar

A relaxed collection of smooth sounds. These sit towards the relaxed end of the sonic spectrum, and you can expect the tones to be smooth as opposed to spiky. The samples are split into five construction kits, each of which contains percussive and instrumental sounds at a specific tempo (68, 70, 80, 112 and 120bpm). As well as loops, some of the kits also contain hits and multisamples.

307 Loved-up Samples - from SampleRadar

Get your sexy on with this sensual selection of sounds. These are the sounds of seduction: think Barry White, Isaac Hayes and Teddy Pendergrass and you'll be in the right ballpark. The samples are split into six folders, each of which contains a construction kit in a specified tempo. Each kit features bass, drums, guitar and keyboard loops, while drum hits are also provided.

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350 Minimal House Samples - from SampleRadar

Beats, basslines, synths and percussion. Less cheesy than electro and funkier than funky house (really), minimal is all about infectious grooves and basslines. The samples are supplied in 18 tempo-labelled construction kits (running from 118 to 135bpm), each of which contains bass, beat and percussion samples.

50 Mistabishi DnB and Dubstep Samples - from SampleRadar

Computer Music magazine continues its VIP series. Whether he's making massive rave jams as Mistabishi or indulging his experimental dubstep side with Lol, James Pullen is never less than exciting and innovative. The samples are split into ten folders, each of which is labelled according to the type of samples that it contains.

204 Modular Madness Samples - from SampleRadar

A truckload of these old-school sonic ramblings in the form of some mad modular synth loops. Created by patching together boxes of flashing lights, crusty faders and derelict dials, all just to coax a handful of noises and beeps out of ancient devices we know only as 'modular synthesizers'. The modular madness samples are divided into six tempo-labelled folders. Each sample's key is indicated in its filename.

250 Modular Synth Samples - from SampleRadar

The sound of an analog monster, tamed. This Eurorack machine contains modules from the likes of Doepfer, Plan B, Make Noise and Bananalogue, and you'll be able to experience its charms very soon. The modular synth samples are split into two folders: FX and Loops.

483 Movie Soundtrack Samples - from SampleRadar

Sci-fi, fantasy, suspense and horror sounds. A collection of samples that are ideal for use in soundtrack work. The samples are split into two folders: Sci-fi & Fantasy and Suspense & Horror. Each of these contains further folders that are labelled to indicate the type of sounds featured within them (atmospheres, bass, beats, FX, synths etc)

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502 Noise, Hiss and Crackle Samples - from SampleRadar

Nasty noise by the lorry-load. This collection includes all kinds of 'unwanted' sounds that can be used to add character to your productions. The noise, hiss and crackle samples are divided into eight folders, each of which is labelled to describe the type of sounds that it contains.

253 Nu Balearic Samples - from SampleRadar

Give your music an Ibizan influence. Collection of beats, basslines, loops and hits. The nu Balearic samples are split into four folders: Basslines, Beats, DrumHits and Loops.

426 Nu-Disco Samples - from SampleRadar

Slip on your boogie shoes and hit the floor. Nu-disco, which takes inspiration from the past while having an upfront sound to please today's club-goers. The samples are split into three tempo-labelled kits of loops 'n' lines, each of which contains drum, bass and guitar loops plus breaks, sweeps and drops.

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306 Off the Grid Samples - from SampleRadar

SampleRadar has switched off the snap in order to hang loose. We all know how useful the 'snap to grid' function can be, but we're also acutely aware that "it don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing". If you want to loosen things up, download this off-kilter pack of grooved-out, skittering loops and add a sense of feeling to your music. The Off the grid samples are divided into six tempo-themed folders of loops.

318 Old-school Rave Samples - from SampleRadar

White gloves, glowsticks and dummies at the ready. Get your old-school rave on, with a collection of sounds that hark back to the early '90s. Grab your whistle and dive in. The samples are split into five folders: Beats, Drum hits, FX, Loops and Construction Kits (127, 135 and 140bpm).

464 Out There FX Samples - from SampleRadar

Download some slightly alien audio. Sometimes, you're looking for a beat, chord or riff that you can use as the basis for a track, but on other occasions, what you need is a bit of other-worldly weirdness to add atmosphere. These sounds that might not make a lot of sense on their own, but in the right context, can take an existing production to another dimension. The out there FX samples are split into five folders, each of which is labelled based on the type of sounds contained within it.

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316 Parisian-Style Samples - from SampleRadar

The sound of the French capital in your DAW. A distinctly French flavour, being inspired by the likes of Kavinsky, Justice, Mr Oizo and the artists on the Kitsuné label. The samples are split into six folders, each of which contains a construction kit of samples at a specific tempo. As well as loops, some of the kits also contain hits.

204 Percussion Samples - from SampleRadar

Cajon, Conga and Djembe sounds. Nothing can spice up a drum track quite like a bit of percussion. There are loops, fills, and single hits; everything you need, in other words, to give your beats some bounce. The drum breaks are split into three folders: Cajon, Conga and Djembe. Each of these contains loops, fills and hits played on that instrument.

462 Pop Samples - from SampleRadar

Radio-friendly, hit-making sounds. There's not much room for subtlety in many of today's pop records: they sound big, brash and ballsy, taking inspiration from dance music, hip-hop and R&B. The samples are split into four construction kits, each of which contains bass, beat and synth samples at a specific tempo (90, 100, 120 and 130bpm).

357 Prodigy-Style Samples - from SampleRadar

Start a fire with these punked-up sounds. Inspiration for this collection comes not from a particular genre but a specific band: The Prodigy. The samples were created around the time of their Always Outnumbered, Never Outgunned album, and come bathed in distortion and heavy limiting for some pure audio filth. The samples are split across three construction kits, each of which contains the likes of drum, bass, guitar, keyboard and synth loops, plus multisamples and single hits.

347 Prog Rock Samples - from SampleRadar

Give your music some hirsute bombast. It's time to let your hair down and dig out your cape and velvet trousers. Taking inspiration from the likes of Yes, King Crimson, Rush and Dream Theater, these sounds will take your music into psychedelic realms. The samples are supplied in three construction kits (138, 150 and 132bpm). Inside their folders you'll find an assortment of guitar, drum, bass, organ and Rhodes loops, and there are some single hits and multisamples too.

225 Pure Evil Samples - from SampleRadar

A collection of bleak and fearful sounds. SampleRadar generally likes to stay on the right side of the tracks, doing good turns and maintaining an amiable disposition. Every once in a while, though, we have darker thoughts, and these are reflected in this week's collection of deliciously dark sounds. The city nights samples are divided into five tempo-labelled folders, each of which contains guitar and string sounds.

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496 Random Sequence Samples - from SampleRadar

You never know what you're going to get…. Sometimes, it's time to throw caution and order to the wind and embrace the unpredictable. Sounds that don't necessarily conform to any strict musical rules. The random sequence samples are split into eight folders, each of which is named according to the type of sounds that are contained within. The BPM for each loop is listed in its filename.

285 Real-World Drum Samples - from SampleRadar

Hits and loops with a difference. Rhythmic hits and loops that have been crafted by samples that were captured in everyday life. Forget about kicks, snares and hi-hats and open your mind to the possibility of using a baby's rattle, food mixer or tin lid sound to generate your beats. The real-world drum samples are split into two folders: Drum hits and Drum loops.

286 Real-World FX Samples - from SampleRadar

Field recordings, body sounds and Foley FX. Broad cross-section of sounds that come from the world around you. The samples are split into three folders: Body FX, Foley FX and Field Recordings.

227 Remix Samples - from SampleRadar

Reworking a track? Inspiration starts here. Sometimes, getting a remix started is the trickiest part of the process, but if you're struggling for inspiration, this collection can help. A range of loops that are perfect for kick-starting your latest remix. The samples are split into three folders that are labelled by tempo (90, 125 and 130bpm). These contain beats, bass and synth loops.

495 Retimed and Repitched Samples - from SampleRadar

Twisted loops, hits and FX. If you like your samples short and sweet, look away now, because we're focusing here on sounds that have been stretched and shifted out of their original sonic form. Loops, drum hits, FX, atmospheres and more. The retimed and repitched samples are divided into six folders, each of which is labelled according to the sounds contained within it.

546 Retro and Degraded Samples - from SampleRadar

Stock up on 8-bit and messed-with sounds. A vast repository of high-quality samples… of low-quality sounds. Think Atari, Casio, Commodore 64, Nintendo, Sega, Dr Who (version 1) and Speak & Spell. It's a combination of brutal harshness and delicate pathos that only 8-bit audio can bring. The samples are split into six folders, each of which contains a construction kit of samples (some also include a demo loop so that you can hear what you're getting into). Loops, hits, and multisamples.

330 Retro House Samples - from SampleRadar

909 beats, SH-101 synths and more. House music has certainly evolved over the years, but many of us still have a fondness for the deep bass, tight beats and simple instrumentation that typified its early sound. The retro house samples are divided into four folders, each of which is labelled so you know what kind of sounds are contained within it.

223 Retro Video Game Samples - from SampleRadar

Let those 8-bit memories come flooding back. Created using a bevy of hardware and software synths and effects, this is just the sample set you need if you want to create a chiptune opus or give your productions a hint of that 8-bit flavour. The samples are split into three folders: Beats, FX and Loops. Each contains sounds of that particular variety.

449 Reversed Samples - from SampleRadar

Stop and reverse it. We'd become fed up with our sonic world recently. After a lot of soul searching, we finally realised what we had to do: flip it back to front and create an incredible compilation of bespoke reversed sounds! The reversed samples are divided into five folders, each of which is labelled according to the tempo of the samples contained within it.

273 Rhythmic Inspiration Samples - from SampleRadar

Starting points that can be taken anywhere you like. A collection of rhythmic beds, which will get things moving without boxing you into a specific genre. The rhythmic inspiration samples are divided into 13 folders, each of which is labelled according to the BPM of the sounds contained within it.

586 Rise of the Robots Samples - from SampleRadar

Let the machines take over your productions. Prepare for a distinctly vocoded vibe as SampleRadar becomes more machine than man. The rise of the robots samples are divided into four folders: Beats, Robot Voices, Synths and Vochordals.

713 Robotic Synthpop Samples - from SampleRadar

Kraftwerk-style sounds for your DAW. A collection of old-school robotic synthpop samples that were inspired by German pioneers Kraftwerk. The samples are split into nine folders, each of which is named to give an indication of the type of samples that are contained within. The likes of drum machines, FX, speaking toys and vocoded vocals (some in German) are all here.

123 Roland SH-101 Synth Samples - from SampleRadar

Get the sound of this iconic synth. Released in 1982, Roland's SH-101 is famous both for its look - it could be strapped-on, keytar style - and sound. Now you can experience the tones of this single-oscillator, monophonic bass synth. The Roland SH-101 samples are split into two folders: Loops and FX.

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464 Sci-Fi Samples - from SampleRadar

A supreme selection of other-worldly sounds. Whether you're looking for FX, atmospheres, beats or any other kind of galactic gargle, we can help. The sci-fi samples are divided into six main folders, each of which is labelled so you know what kind of sounds are contained within it.

279 Sidechained and Gated Samples - from SampleRadar

Pre-pumped sounds for your productions. That sucky-sucky sound of pumping compression has been a staple 'exciter' for years now, and long may it live on. This sample set provides a set of synth pad and atmospheric loops that come pre-pumped. Cooked up the old school way - using a kick drum sent to the sidechain/external trigger inputs of analogue compressors and gates. The attack and release (and 'hold' in the case of the gates) were tweaked to get the timing of the 'pump' in time with the tempo

320 Ska Samples - from SampleRadar

It'd be madness to miss out! The samples are supplied in a massive 130bpm construction kit. In here you'll find Major, Minor and Percussion folders, which contain bass, brass, organ, sax, trombone, trumpet and drum loops.

235 Songwriter's Samples - from SampleRadar

Drum loops and acoustic guitar parts. A good selection of drum loops and acoustic guitar parts at your disposal, you do at least have plenty of starting points. The samples are supplied in Drums and Guitar folders. In each of these are further folders that are labelled according to the tempo of the samples contained within them.

393 Soul and Funk Samples - from SampleRadar

Get your groove very much 'on'. Soul and funk - two genres that go together like bread and jam. Or a pie and a pint. This collection of soulful sounds that carry a serious amount of groove. The samples are split into five construction kits of different tempi (90, 100, 110, 112 and 120bpm). These contain drum, bass, guitar, Rhodes piano and organ loops.

366 Sparse Soundscape Samples - from SampleRadar

A sublime assortment of atmospherics. Whatever kind of music you're making, there's almost always a place for an atmospheric bed of sound to set the mood and fill out the mix. The sparse soundscape samples are divided into five main folders, each of which is labelled so you know what kind of sounds are contained within it.

161 Stadium House Samples - from SampleRadar

Big sounds for big audiences. Big, crowd-rousing music that's guaranteed to fill the biggest of rooms. If its productions of this ilk that you'd like to concoct, this collection has some sounds that will help you to do it. The stadium house samples are divided into two folders: Beats and Loops.

265 Starting Point Samples - from SampleRadar

We've started so you can finish. If you're struggling to get your project going, try this collection of samples, which takes in chopped-up beats, melodic percussion and more. The starting point samples are divided into three folders: Layer Beats, Mixer Feedback and Tone Beats.

320 Stretched Samples - from SampleRadar

This is what happens when audio becomes elastic. Of course, producers often use timestretching in subtle ways to make parts conform to a project's tempo, but we've pushed things to the limit. The stretched samples are divided into four main folders, each of which is labelled so you know what kind of sounds are contained within it.

296 Sugarcoated Samples - from SampleRadar

Slick hip-hop and pop beatshelp you to do it. Our sugarcoated sample collection is designed to help you to produce hip-hop-leaning, chart-friendly grooves. We'll let you take it from here. The sugarcoated samples are divided into six tempo-labelled construction kits, each of which contains drums, bass, keyboards and other samples.

215 Summer Lovin' Samples - from SampleRadar

Feel the heat of these smooth sounds. Smooth, relaxed, summery R&B feel, with an '80s vibe being evident in some of the samples. The samples are split into four folders, each of which contains a construction kit in a specified tempo. Each kit features a selection of drum and instrument loops.

503 Synth Arpeggio Samples - from SampleRadar

Sounds that go up, down and all around. Contains fast and furious arpeggios from a range of synths. The samples are split into folders, each of which is labelled to give you an idea of what's contained within.

190 Synth Percussion Samples - from SampleRadar

Get your electronic percussion loops here. This collection features sounds from various drum machines and a whole lot of processing loveliness. The synth percussion samples are divided into three folders, two of which contain sounds from the Korg Wavedrum and Vermona DRM1 MkIII and another that contains miscellaneous loops.

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503 Techno Samples - from SampleRadar

Pro-quality sounds you don't have to pay for. Covering techno, focusing on the mid-tempo style that's currently very popular. Our samples range in tempo from 120 to 132bpm. The samples are split across four construction kits, each of which contains drum, bass and synth loops, plus bass multisamples and single drum hits.

441 Techno Atmosphere Samples - from SampleRadar

Give your techno tracks a different personality. Channelling the spirit of Detroit. Atmospheric loops designed to give your techno tracks that little bit of extra character. The samples are all supplied in a single folder.

494 Techno Drum and FX Samples - from SampleRadar

Drums are an essential element of a techno track. There are beats and hits aplenty for you in this week's bundle, plus a collection of FX stabs. The techno drum and FX samples are split into four folders, each of which is labelled according to the samples contained within it.

556 Timewarp FX Samples - from SampleRadar

Classic effects from the archives. We've raided the FX archives to put together a collection of such sounds, all ready for you to drop into your DAW. The timewarp FX samples are divided into 12 folders, each of which is labelled according to the samples contained within it.

193 Trance Basics Samples - from SampleRadar

Beats, hits, rolls, loops and FX to get you started. If you're a would-be trance producer this collection will give you the basic project elements you need to get started. The trance basics samples are divided into five folders: Beats, DrumHits, FX, Loops and Rolls.

293 Trance Samples - from SampleRadar

All the sounds you need to make a club smash. Born in the 1990s, this anthemic form of dance music has been a fixture in clubs ever since. Its signature synth sounds are currently being used in hip-hop, too. The samples are split intro instrumental categories: Basslines, Drums, Explosions, Leads, Pads and Trance Piano. The Drums folder features both loops and single hits.

382 Trance Essentials Samples - from SampleRadar

Building blocks for your next club monster. Whether you're just starting your trance-making career or are an experienced producer looking for inspiration, there's something here for you. The samples are split into six folders: basslines, beats, SH-101 loops, synth loops, TB-303 loops and trance FX.

300 Trap Samples - from SampleRadar

Inspired by the beatmakers of Southern rap. Contains plenty of low-end thump and high-pitched squeal, so dive in and download it. The trap samples are divided into five folders: Beats, Drum Hits, FX, Loops and Stabs.

592 Tuneful Toy Samples - from SampleRadar

Your favourite sound-making playthings reimagined. It's these bleepy funboxes that we're paying tribute to in this instalment as we take the electronic toys of your youth out of the attic and into the studio. The tuneful toys samples are divided into eight folders, each of which is labelled according to the type of sounds it contains.

300 Twisted Orchestra Samples - from SampleRadar

A collection of beaten-up symphonic sounds. A collection of synthetic symphonic sounds that have been royally messed with. They range in tone from the atmospheric to aggressively distorted. The samples are split into ten folders, each of which is labelled according to its tempo. In each folder there are sub-folders that contain different sound types, and the loops are contained within.

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316 UK Garage Samples - from SampleRadar

It's time to re rewind to the sound of the early '90s. With the '90s revival in full swing (so we're told) now seems like a good time to cast our ears back to the sound of UK garage. The dub drums samples are divided into five folders: 128, 130, 132, 136 and 142bpm.

477 Ultimate Hi-Hat Samples - from SampleRadar

Acoustic and synthetic loops and hits. Add top-end spark, pace and personality to any groove. An essential rhythmic ingredient. A whopping collection of loops and hits; download the collection and find a hat that fits. Samples are divided into nine tempo-themed folders of loops and another of hits.

300 Undercover Samples - from SampleRadar

A collection of suspenseful, spy movie-friendly undercover sounds. The undercover samples are divided into five folders: Guitar Chords, Horn Swells (both categorised by key) and Loops n Lines (categorised by tempo).

429 Upfront House Percussion Samples - from SampleRadar

A collection of bustling cutting-edge percussion loops, all of which were produced using Reason's awesome Kong Drum Designer. The samples are split into three folders: these contain the original versions of the loops, processed versions and the individual parts for each loop.

199 Uplifting Samples - from SampleRadar

High-quality, royalty-free sounds, which will lift even the gloomiest of moods. Samples that will put your music on the front foot and give it a lift. The samples are supplied in four folders: Arps (arpeggiated synths); ChorPad chords (vocal-esque pads); Pad loops; and String Filters.

162 Urban Rock Samples - from SampleRadar

Rock/hip-hop crossovers have been invading the charts since Run-D.M.C and Aerosmith pretty much invented the genre with their reworking of the latter band's hit Walk This Way. The samples are supplied in three tempo-labelled construction kits (80, 88 and 95bpm). Each of these contains bass, beats and guitar sounds.

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45 Vince Watson Techno Samples - from SampleRadar

A selection of pro samples courtesy of Computer Music magazine and techno bigwig Vince Watson. The samples are split into eight folders, each of which is labelled according to the type of techno samples that it contains.

243 Vinyl-Style Samples - from SampleRadar

The crackle and hiss of old vinyl is still much in demand by many producers. A collection of vinyl-style royalty-free sounds to save you the trouble of crate digging and ending up in court accused of copyright infringement. The samples are supplied in five folders: crackle, drum hits, drum loops, hits and skipped stuff.

327 Vocal Ad-lib Samples - from SampleRadar

Give your songs a human touch with these audio embellishments. A selection of short vocal sounds that you can use individually, stitch together or process into oblivion. The vocal ad-lib samples are divided into three folders containing ad-lib, FX and spoken word samples.

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229 Wavedrum Samples - from SampleRadar

Korg's Wavedrum is one of the most inspiring electronic percussion instruments on the market. A selection of exotic-sounding loops that can be used to spice up your productions. The Wavedrum samples are named according to the type of sound used. The tempo of each one is listed as well.

174 Western Guitar Samples - from SampleRadar

Time to add some twangy guitar sounds to your productions. And, with Stetson on head and spurs on heels, that's exactly what this collection has. The western guitar samples are divided into four folders - Acoustic, Danelectro Baritone, Fender Stratocaster and Gretsch Electromatic. The chord being played is indicated in each filename.

236 Wonky Step Samples - from SampleRadar

It's time to set your quantize option to 'off', throw out The Rule Book and get your wonk on. Funky, frenetic and just a little bit out of control. The samples are split into three construction kits at different tempi (120, 130 and 140bpm). Each of these contains beats and a variety of other sounds.

204 World Music Samples - from SampleRadar

Experience the delights of the bodhran, jaw harp, thumb piano and udu. The world music samples are split into four instrument-themed folders of hits and loops. The BPM for each loop is listed in its file name.