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Tool Sound Effects

Tool sound effects for anyone building, fixing or wrecking something on screen. Drills, grinders, chainsaws, compressed air. Hand saws and hammers from a carpenter's bench. A blacksmith working an anvil. Spades, garden tools and a hose. You get the big noisy power tools and the small fiddly handling stuff, which is usually the bit you can't find anywhere.

Libraries
81
Publishers
33
Formats
Mono, stereo, M/S, surround
Sample rates
44.1 to 192 kHz
Licence
Royalty-free for commercial work
Price range
$3.72 to $400
FiltersAll 81 libraries in ToolsFilter 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.
Recorded or designed
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/SSurroundAmbisonic100kHz

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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Survival LootGCRadix GmbH
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Looting sound effects covering metal containers, barrels, tool boxes, wooden drawers, backpacks, leather bags and sewing kits, with open, close, lock, break-in, pickup and inventory transfer variations.
62 files · 500 MB · Metadata
Was $35.00, now $24.00
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The Construction Site - Complete344 SFX
96 to 192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
Construction site sound effects covering power tools, nail guns, chop saws, angle grinders, excavators, concrete mixers, tree shredders, brick debris, and site ambiences recorded at 192kHz across close and distant perspectives.
674 files · 14.9 GB · Metadata
Was $139.00, now $97.00
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The Construction Site - Mini344 SFX
96 to 192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
Construction site sound effects recorded at 192kHz, covering angle grinders, nail guns, DEWALT and Makita drills, excavators, tree saws, concrete pours, tape, rope, and site ambiences.
225 files · 4.04 GB · Metadata
Was $49.00, now $34.00
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The Butcher's ShopTone Loom
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Butcher shop sound effects featuring 156 files of cleaver chops on wooden blocks, knife sharpening and scrapes, meat handling, mincer machinery, freezer doors, and cash register foley.
156 files · 282 MB · Metadata
Was $50.00, now $25.00
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Cozy CraftJustin Jet Zorbas
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
This library contains 202 sound effects for gathering, building, and crafting, covering five skills, five crafting stations, structure placement, and various surface interaction sounds.
202 files · 172 MB
Was $40.00, now $30.00
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Build & CraftJustin Jet Zorbas
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono.
This library contains 104 sound effects for crafting and building, featuring tool interactions, wood impacts, structure construction and destruction, and detailed Foley.
104 files · 38 MB
Was $25.00, now $18.00
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Cozy FishingGCRadix GmbH
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Fishing sound effects featuring 254 rod casts, reel drags, tackle box foley, water splashes, lure jigs, and stylized UI clicks recorded at 96kHz 24-bit with multiple variations per action.
37 files · 405 MB · Metadata
Was $35.00, now $24.00
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Fantastic Foley - Complete344 SFX
96 to 192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
This collection offers over 1,750 foley sound effects including footsteps, fabrics, skin contact, car noises, and household objects, fully embedded with essential UCS metadata for post-production usage.
1,750 files · 7.25 GB · Metadata
Was $149.00, now $67.05
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Fantastic Foley - Mini344 SFX
96 to 192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
This mini library includes 170+ essential foley sound effects, covering footsteps, fabrics, skin contact, car foley, floor textures, and a variety of everyday objects.
170 files · 947 MB · Metadata
Was $69.00, now $31.05
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Musket Handling Vol. 1344 SFX
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Historical musket sound effects comprise diverse handling, loading, and mechanical actions recorded using professional microphones, featuring authentic 19th-century firearms manipulated on multiple surfaces with varying perspectives.
85 files · 1.08 GB · Metadata
Was $50.00, now $20.00
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Hammer & AnvilJustin Jet Zorbas
44.1 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
Meticulously recorded hammer impacts and sharpening sound effects featuring 115 high-quality files, including various tool impacts and blade maintenance sounds for professional audio production.
115 files · 19 MB · Metadata
Was $20.00, now $15.00
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The Compressed Air LibraryPole Position
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, 100kHz.
Meticulously recorded compressed air sound effects capture high-resolution bursts across everyday objects, featuring multiple mic perspectives and extensive metadata for professional sound design applications.
39 files · 1.06 GB · Metadata
Was $9.99, now $7.49
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LumberjackMechanical Wave
96 kHz, 32-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Multiple tree falls and chainsaw sound effects captured from various angles, featuring detailed cutting, breaking, and impact sounds, delivered in 87 high-quality broadcast wave files with metadata.
87 files · 2.93 GB · Metadata
Was $32.00, now $27.00
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IlmarinenEiravaein Works
48 to 96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Traditional blacksmithing sound effects captured across three distinct smithies, featuring hammering, grinding, forging, and metalwork, delivering authentic workshop ambiance in high-resolution audio formats.
302 files · 1.4 GB · Metadata
$23.00
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Water HosePole Position
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, 100kHz.
A collection of water sound effects featuring a hose spraying and pouring on various surfaces, including soil, a bucket, stone, tile, and other textures.
11 files · 220.4 MB · Metadata
$4.99
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Rummaging Vol. 1344 SFX
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Inside various containers, this collection captures authentic sound effects of searching through tools, metals, plastics, and miscellaneous items, delivering high-quality 24-bit recordings with detailed metadata.
134 files · 2.03 GB · Metadata
Was $30.00, now $12.00
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NockedEiravaein Works
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
A comprehensive collection of bow and arrow sound effects, featuring eight recorded bows, multiple arrow types, and varied surfaces captured from different positions, including impacts, flights, and detailed Foley.
2,047 files · 1.25 GB · Metadata
$55.00
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PneumaMax Kokopelli
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono.
Pneumatic tool sound effects captured in a working ship workshop with Earthworks QTC 50 microphones, covering angle grinders, die grinders, impact wrenches, needle scalers, and vacuum pumps at idle and under load.
338 files · 2.73 GB · Metadata
$69.00
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Clearing SawPole Position
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
This library provides Husqvarna 245RX clearing saw sound effects, including idles, revs, ramps, and work from multiple perspectives. Includes mixing sessions and extensive embedded metadata.
126 files · 5.96 GB · Metadata
$49.00
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Large ChainsawPole Position
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
This library contains Husqvarna 372 XPG chain saw sound effects, including idles, revs, and work sounds from various perspectives, with included Pro Tools/Reaper sessions.
87 files · 6.89 GB · Metadata
$49.00
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Small ChainsawPole Position
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
A collection of Husqvarna 338 XPT chainsaw sound effects, featuring idles, revs, and working performances from multiple perspectives. Includes mixing sessions and embedded metadata.
77 files · 5.95 GB · Metadata
$49.00
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KnottyEiravaein Works
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: M/S.
A comprehensive collection of sound effects featuring fourteen rope varieties, from cotton braids to kernmantle, captured performing essential actions like tying, cutting, wringing, and handling.
533 files · 2.48 GB · Metadata
$28.00
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Tools & Trades Vol. 1344 SFX
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Real contractors performing construction tasks provide authentic sound effects spanning drilling, hammering, glass breaking, tool handling, and sawing, captured in high-quality 24Bit 96kHz format.
269 files · 753 MB · Metadata
Was $30.00, now $12.00
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Warehouse Vol. 3344 SFX
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Inside vast industrial spaces, authentic sound effects encompass metallic footsteps, heavy machinery, and large equipment, captured at high-quality 24-bit/192kHz with detailed metadata tagging.
83 files · 753 MB · Metadata
Was $30.00, now $12.00
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Warehouse Vol. 2344 SFX
192 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
Extensive industrial warehouse sound effects, featuring machinery, tools, and metal objects recorded at 192kHz, perfect for crafting authentic environments or futuristic mechanical elements.
38 files · 478 MB · Metadata
Was $30.00, now $12.00
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Gardening toolsSound Spectro
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
This comprehensive collection captures authentic gardening sound effects in both stereo and binaural formats, featuring tools like shovels and rakes recorded with precision in a countryside setting.
32 files · 458 MB · Metadata
Was $20.00, now $16.00
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HardworkNikkö Barrera-Amaya
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
Authentic construction ambiance unfolds through 237 distinct sound effects capturing real-world drilling, hammering, and industrial activities from demanding job sites and workshops.
237 files · 613 MB · Metadata
Was $23.99, now $11.99
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ToolsAirborne Sound
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo, Surround.
Professional and consumer shop tools create realistic sound effects, featuring diverse equipment from pneumatic devices and power drills to traditional hammers and saws.
250 files · 5.9 GB · Metadata
$36.00
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Hand tools, power tools, the lot. More industrial textures sit next door in Industrial Ambience, Electronics, Machines, Mechanical, and Objects.

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