Sound effects tag

Tailpipe Sound Effects

Tailpipe sound effects from the back end of real cars, vans and motorbikes. Revs at a standstill, departures and arrivals, and pass-bys heading off down the road. The vehicles run from a big van and a muscle car to a tiny city car with its diesel under the boot. Sports bikes too. Most are recorded outside and onboard.

Libraries
9
Publishers
5
Formats
Mono, stereo, surround
Sample rates
48 to 96 kHz
Licence
Royalty-free for commercial work
Price range
$20 to $159
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
A rear-mounted diesel engine powers this compact Smart Fortwo, delivering clean onboard and exterior sound effects, dramatic gear changes, door operations, and dashboard chimes.
60 files · 662 MB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
This comprehensive van sound library captures the 6.0L V8 engine's performance, interior and exterior sound effects, plus essential mechanical components and cabin accessories.
188 files · 5.8 GB · Metadata
48 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Stereo.
This vintage Cadillac Deville 2000 library features interior and exterior sound effects, meticulously captured from idle to acceleration, providing authentic recordings for automotive audio projects.
73 files · 786.9 MB · Metadata
48 kHz, 16-bit. Formats: Stereo.
This comprehensive motorcycle library captures detailed sound effects of a Honda RC 51, featuring authentic exterior recordings of idling, acceleration, maneuvering, and various speed transitions.
177 files · 959.6 MB · Metadata
48 kHz, 16-bit. Formats: Stereo.
These motorcycle recordings capture diverse sound effects from a Yamaha YZF R6, featuring detailed engine behavior including idles, revs, stalls, and various running conditions.
164 files · 1.5 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo.
This authentic collection captures both interior and exterior sound effects of a powerful 1969 Impala, featuring its 425hp engine, detailed foley elements, and signature mechanical characteristics.
33 files · 1.34 GB · Metadata
96 kHz, 24-bit. Formats: Mono, Stereo, Surround.
Multiple perspectives capture a BMW 320i's complete sound effects, featuring interior 5.1 surround, engine compartment, exhaust, and exterior recordings during various driving conditions and maneuvers.
518 files · 13.6 GB · Metadata

The tailpipe is where an engine's character leaves the car, so the exterior recordings carry a lot here, with revs and pass-bys heading away. The cars come with their Onboard side too, which means a scene can cut from the driver's seat to the kerb without changing vehicle. Gear changes and manoeuvres come with the driving. Several cars come with their doors, and some add dashboard chimes. The motorbikes add departures and arrivals, with the ride heard onboard and from the roadside. They suit car chases and taxi scenes, or a muscle car pulling away from the lights.

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