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Historical Sound Effects

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Recorded or designed
RecordedDesigned

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

Channel format
MonoStereoM/SSurroundAmbisonic

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

Embedded metadata
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Soundminer and UCS fields written into the files.

All 138 libraries in Historical.
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Carefully recorded sound effects capture authentic antique suitcases and trunks in a professional Foley studio, featuring period-specific luggage movements and handling noises.
65 files · 204 MB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
This comprehensive collection features authentic sound effects from a vintage candlestick telephone, including detailed dialing and ringing sounds captured from genuine antique equipment.
61 files · 92.6 MB · Metadata
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96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Professional Morse code audio collection featuring customizable beeps, alphabets, numbers, and electromagnetic sound effects, complete with static layers for authentic transmission ambiance.
292 files · 297.3 MB · Metadata
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192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Ancient didgeridoo recordings capture indigenous Australian culture through 175 authentic sound effects, including animal imitations, drones, and designed elements in high-resolution stereo format.
120 files · 1.17 GB
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, M/S, Ambisonic A.
This military vehicle library captures 504 detailed sound effects from a 1982 tracked carrier, featuring Ford V6 engine recordings, interior Ambisonic perspectives, and synchronized exterior pass-bys.
504 files · 32.7 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Authentic sound effects captured from rare vintage printing machines, featuring detailed close-ups and ambient recordings suitable for industrial and futuristic sound design applications.
31 files · 3.02 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
The Stridsfordon 90 combat vehicle collection features comprehensive sound effects, including engine recordings, interior ambiance, track movements, and exterior passes across 359 high-quality audio clips.
359 files · 30.45 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Surround.
Comprehensive military vehicle recordings featuring 420 sound effects from a 1972 BRDM-2 patrol car, capturing engine dynamics, interior ambience, and exterior movements across multiple synchronized perspectives.
420 files · 66.32 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Ambisonic B.
Featuring 371 detailed sound effects, this tank library captures authentic Stridsvagn 121 recordings from multiple perspectives, including interior cabin, engine dynamics, and Ambisonic AMBEO recordings.
371 files · 25.56 GB · Metadata
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96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Meticulously captured sound effects of vintage firearms were recorded using multiple microphone positions, documenting both field acoustics and detailed weapon mechanics during outdoor range sessions.
31 files · 1.2 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
This extensive collection captures authentic WWII tank destroyer sounds, featuring 303 field recordings with diverse sound effects from engine, exhaust, tracks, and multiple driving maneuvers.
303 files · 20.19 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, M/S, Surround.
Field recordings capture authentic sound effects of a pulse jet snowmobile, featuring both onboard and exterior perspectives across 28 high-quality clips of extreme racing at 96kHz/24bit resolution.
28 files · 1.42 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
This authentic 1940s Panther tank collection features detailed sound effects from multiple angles, capturing engine, exhaust, and track recordings through both interior and exterior microphone positions.
252 files · 19.93 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, M/S, Surround.
This comprehensive collection delivers authentic sound effects from a 1943 Soviet SU-76, featuring synchronized interior and exterior recordings of engines, tracks, and mechanical operations from multiple angles.
282 files · 25.08 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
Comprehensive industrial sound effects capturing operational oil shale factory environments, featuring vintage machinery, mining activities, and detailed interior/exterior recordings at professional 96kHz/24bit quality.
36 files · 8.54 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
This historic tank library delivers authentic Rolls-Royce V12 engine sound effects through 25 synchronized channels, capturing both interior and exterior perspectives of the 1944 British Comet cruiser.
167 files · 11.93 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
Extensive collection of authentic Valentine tank sound effects, featuring multiple perspectives of its GMC diesel engine, driving maneuvers, and mechanical operations across interior and exterior recordings.
171 files · 12.31 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, M/S, Surround.
This comprehensive collection captures authentic sound effects from a 1945 Mercedes truck, featuring detailed onboard and exterior recordings across multiple speeds, maneuvers, and mechanical interactions.
379 files · 29.75 GB · Metadata

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