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Public Place Ambience Sound Effects

Public place ambience sound effects from everywhere people gather. Football grounds. Shops, offices, libraries, courtrooms, temples and amusement parks. Packed and loud, or hushed with only a handful of people in the room. Both are useful, because an empty public space sounds wrong, and these fill it with real people doing real things.

Libraries
214
Publishers
69
Formats
Mono, stereo, M/S, surround, ambisonic
Sample rates
44.1 to 192 kHz
Licence
Royalty-free for commercial work
Price range
$4 to $400
FiltersAll 214 libraries in Public Place AmbienceFilter by the spec, not just the subjectRecorded or designed, sample rate, bit depth, channel format, embedded metadata and file count. Narrow it down before you download anything.
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RecordedDesigned

Recorded means captured in the field or a studio. Designed means built from other material.

Sample rate
44.1 kHz48 kHz96 kHz192 kHz
Bit depth
16-bit24-bit32-bit
Channel format
MonoStereoM/SSurroundAmbisonic

Mono for 3D positional audio. Ambisonic and surround for immersive mixes.

Embedded metadata
Tagged for Soundminer or UCSUntagged

Soundminer and UCS fields written into the files.

Number of files
Under 5050 to 150150 to 500500 to 1,0001,000 to 2,5002,500 and up
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Urbex room tonesUseful Sound Effects
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Abandoned building room tone sound effects recorded in old cinemas, chapels, factories, and medieval ruins, featuring howling drafts, interior wind gusts, electric hum, rattling objects, and structural cracks with loops.
28 files · 4.9 GB · Metadata
$45.00
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Urban RussiaLesser Vibes
44.1 to 96 kHz, 24 to 32-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Moscow and Saint Petersburg sound effects featuring 171 clips of street traffic, subway rides, train stations, airport crowds, museum murmur, elevators, and canal waves recorded between 2012 and 2015.
171 files · 10.5 GB
$80.00
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City Ambiences Sounds – 250+ Urban Sound Effects for Traffic, Crowds, Transit & Public SpacesGfxSoundsStudios
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
City ambience sound effects covering busy traffic, crowded markets, shopping malls, metro stations, airports, schools, parks, suburban neighborhoods, construction sites, and thunderstorms, with morning and night variations in stereo.
264 files · 5.18 GB · Metadata
Was $65.00, now $49.00
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Summer Ambiences Sounds Bundle – Beach, Park, City & Outdoor Crowd Sound EffectsGfxSoundsStudios
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Summer ambience sound effects featuring over 100 recordings of beach waves, resort crowds, parks, playgrounds, schoolyards, skateparks, outdoor cafes, festivals, city streets, and birdsong from seaside, suburban, and urban locations.
132 files · 2.74 GB · Metadata
Was $59.00, now $39.00
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UK Football - Complete344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
This UK football bundle features over 270 recordings from men's and women's matches, including authentic crowd atmospheres, fan chants, and gameplay foley sound effects like kicks and saves.
270 files · 2.56 GB · Metadata
Was $193.00, now $89.00
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Sounds from Japansoundholder
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Japan field recording sound effects captured across Tokyo, Osaka, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and other cities, featuring pachinko parlors, train and metro interiors, street traffic, pedestrian crossings, ramen shops, suburban neighborhoods, and Tsukuba Circuit racing.
149 files · 10.3 GB · Metadata
Was $80.00, now $32.00
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Modern Office Sound Effects – Keyboards, Mouse Clicks, Paper, Phones, Printers & Office FoleyGfxSoundsStudios
44.1 to 48 kHz, 16 to 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Modern office sound effects featuring 919 files covering keyboard typing, mouse clicks, paper handling, phone ringtones, printer operations, desk furniture, stationery foley, notifications, and workplace ambiences.
919 files · 1.03 GB · Metadata
Was $59.00, now $35.00
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World Ambiences - Complete344 SFX
48 to 96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
This library comprises 567 global ambient sound effects, featuring urban cityscapes, nature, transportation, and public spaces recorded across the USA, Brazil, India, Europe, and East Asia.
567 files · 43 GB · Metadata
Was $129.00, now $58.05
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London Train and Tube Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Detailed recordings capture authentic London transport ambience, featuring underground and railway sound effects, from screeching rails to passenger chatter and station announcements in high-quality 24-bit format.
23 files · 1.42 GB · Metadata
Was $17.50, now $7.00
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Stadium Crowd Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Immersive stadium crowd sound effects captured from 80,000 fans at a UK wrestling event, featuring authentic cheers, chants, body slams, and bell rings in high-quality 24-bit format.
45 files · 507 MB · Metadata
Was $37.00, now $14.80
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Festive Sound Effects Bundle – Crowds, Fireworks, Party Horns, Cheers, Bells & Holiday SoundsGfxSoundsStudios
44.1 to 48 kHz, 16 to 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Festive celebration sound effects featuring 450+ files including crowd cheers, applause, fireworks, party horns, champagne cork pops, countdowns, holiday greetings, bells, whistles, and designed transitions.
576 files · 502 MB · Metadata
Was $69.00, now $35.00
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CrowdAirborne Sound
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Diverse collection captures authentic human activity sounds, from bustling cafes to subway stations, featuring realistic crowd interactions and sound effects in various everyday settings.
10 files · 913 MB · Metadata
$9.00
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Essentials 10 AMBIENCE 01InspectorJ
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo, M/S.
Background ambience sound effects encompassing diverse environments, from bustling theme parks to alien worlds, featuring 100 high-quality, loopable recordings captured in 96kHz/24-bit stereo format.
100 files · 2.75 GB · Metadata
$19.99
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People & Crowds Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Authentic crowd sound effects captured during Manchester's Jubilee celebrations, featuring international voices, urban movement, and bustling city ambiences in high-resolution 24-bit format.
8 files · 796 MB · Metadata
Was $10.00, now $4.00
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Football Foley Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
A comprehensive collection of grass pitch sound effects featuring authentic football actions, from footsteps to dribbles, recorded in high-quality 24-bit format with detailed metadata.
72 files · 195 MB · Metadata
Was $22.50, now $9.00
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Medical - Sound EffectsAudioHero
44.1 kHz, 16-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Professional medical sound effects including vital sign monitors, respirators, and diagnostic equipment, recorded from hospital machinery for authentic healthcare ambiance.
52 files · 209 MB · Metadata
Was $50.00, now $25.00
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Quiet Spacesecho | collective
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Indoor recordings featuring subtle human movements and breathing fill these authentic sound effects of quiet spaces, from hushed libraries to exam rooms and university hallways.
47 files · 2.93 GB · Metadata
$25.00
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China Temple Bells & CrowdsAHA SOUND
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Chinese temple bell sound effects recorded in stereo at the Yungang Grottoes and a Tang Dynasty Taoist temple near Beijing, featuring prayer bells, wind chimes, twinkling wishing bells, Mandarin crowd walla, and bonus designed elements.
34 files · Metadata
Was $18.00, now $12.60
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Surrounded by TrainsThe Noisery
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Ambisonic B.
This collection of German railway sound effects contains long-form ambisonic recordings of exterior train movements, station ambiences, and detailed interior carriage sounds.
21 files · 5.15 GB · Metadata
Was $60.00, now $30.00
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Spanish WallasSonik Sound Library
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo, Surround, Ambisonic B.
A collection of crowd sound effects in Spanish, Catalan, and Menorcan from various social settings. Includes original ambisonic files with stereo, 5.1, and 7.1.2 decoded versions.
19 files · 10 GB · Metadata
Was $79.00, now $55.00
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UK Ambiences - Complete344 SFX
96 to 192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Featuring over 400 files with UCS metadata, this collection covers authentic UK ambiences, ranging from London streets and Northern England crowds to Scottish landmarks and rural sound effects.
402 files · 38 GB · Metadata
Was $109.00, now $38.15
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Swimming Pool AmbienceSonic Bat
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Immersive pool and water polo recordings featuring intense sound effects, from echoing athlete communications to crowd reactions, splashing competition moments, and ambient swimming environments.
30 files · 7.99 GB · Metadata
$35.00
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Fireworks Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Diverse firework sound effects captured from multiple angles, featuring crowd reactions, explosions, and whistles - ideal for celebrations, battles, and customizable military sound design.
25 files · 953 MB · Metadata
Was $22.50, now $9.00
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Realistic Fight Vol. 1344 SFX
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Professional combat sound effects capture authentic bodyfalls, impacts, and vocal efforts, recorded at 24Bit 192kHz with layerable elements for cinematic fight scenes.
49 files · 260 MB · Metadata
Was $56.00, now $22.40
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British Pubs Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Authentic sound effects from Northern England pubs capture lively crowds, clinking glasses, footsteps, and kitchen activity, providing immersive ambient recordings in high-quality 24Bit 96kHz format.
17 files · 1.51 GB · Metadata
Was $31.00, now $12.40
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UK Small Town Bundle344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Natural ambiences and sound effects captured across northern England, featuring 124 recordings of canals, markets, traffic, and room tones spanning 328 minutes of high-quality audio.
10.68 GB · Metadata
Was $69.00, now $27.60
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Minimal ambiencesOmar
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Professional field recordings capture diverse ambient locations, from bustling diners to serene beaches, while bonus synthetic sound effects create atmospheric sci-fi and cave environments.
68 files · 7.15 GB · Metadata
Was $14.25, now $8.55
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Amusement Park AmbienceAbilio
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Immersive amusement park ambiences from Buenos Aires feature authentic crowd reactions and sound effects, capturing the energetic atmosphere of eleven distinct carnival locations.
11 files · 443.7 MB · Metadata
Was $8.00, now $6.80
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Local Football MatchRawAmbience
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Grassroots football match sound effects captured on location in five raw stereo ambiences at 96kHz/24-bit, featuring coach shouts, player calls, whistles, and small crowd reactions.
5 files · 1.12 GB · Metadata
$13.99
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Tennis CrowdsAHA SOUND
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Tennis crowd sound effects featuring 338 files of cheering, applause, chanting, and stadium room tones recorded at 96kHz at indoor and outdoor professional matches in China with low, medium, and high energy variations.
338 files · 1.65 GB · Metadata
Was $29.00, now $20.30
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Sonic Snapshot Hong KongAHA SOUND
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Hong Kong urban ambience sound effects featuring 39 recordings at 96kHz/24-bit across street markets, MTR metro stations, harbour scenes, Kowloon Park, crosswalk alerts, ferry interiors, and Cantonese crowd walla.
39 files · 2.35 GB · Metadata
Was $29.00, now $20.30
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Inside the Match AmbiencesRawAmbience
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Football match ambience sound effects featuring 20 high-resolution 96kHz recordings of trainer instructions, sideline communication, player interactions, referee moments, and crowd reactions captured directly from the pitch.
20 files · 888 MB · Metadata
$23.99
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Game Centre Vol 01SFXAFRIK
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Football crowd reaction sound effects featuring outdoor bar and beer parlor ambiences with walla, goal cheers, and game night energy captured at 96kHz/24-bit in stereo.
12 files · 776 MB · Metadata
Was $20.00, now $15.00
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World Ambiences - Mini344 SFX
48 to 96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
A mini library of 50 ambient sound effects from the Americas, Europe, and Asia, featuring diverse content including cityscapes, public spaces, traffic, and natural environments.
50 files · 4.17 GB · Metadata
Was $49.00, now $22.05
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Sound Universe Vol.1Sound Effect Stacks
44.1 to 192 kHz, 24 to 32-bit. Formats: Stereo.
A collection of field recordings and sound effects featuring clean room tones, environmental ambiences, and location-based soundscapes from urban, indoor, and outdoor settings.
1,202 files · 239 GB · Metadata
Was $300.00, now $200.00
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Need the energy of a market? The constant motion of a busy street? Or the splash and chatter of a swimming pool? It's all here. Ready to drop in and bring a scene to life. Transportation Ambience, People & Crowds, Crowds, and Restaurant & Bar Ambience sit next door for layering.

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Can I use these commercially?

Yes. One licence covers commercial use, including client work, broadcast and games. No subscription, and nothing expires.

Film, games, audiobooks, all of it?

All of it. The licence does not care what you are making. Audiobooks, podcasts, film, television, games, theatre, advertising, installations.

Do you accept AI-generated sounds?

No. Every library here was recorded or designed by people. We do not accept generated audio from publishers.

How do I know a sound is in there before I pay?

Libraries publish a full tracklist, linked on the library page, and you can play the previews first. Still not sure? Ask us and we will check for you.

Will the files work with my setup?

Everything is WAV. 4,223 libraries carry embedded metadata for Soundminer and UCS, and the sample rate, bit depth and channel format are shown on the library page before you open it.

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