🔎How to find free sounds ?
Are you in need of sounds for your next theater production, improv show, or role-playing game session but working with a tight budget?
There are plenty of sources where you can find high-quality, free sounds.
Below are some of my favorite places to search.
❤️Consider donating to the sites and creators whose sounds you use. Your support helps keep these free sound platforms available for everyone.
📄Always check the license under which the sounds are released. Even free sounds may require attribution or be restricted to non-commercial use.
Sources
Freesound.org
One of the largest collections of free sounds, Freesound.org offers over 600,000 sounds. You can find a vast array of sound effects (SFX) and even some music. Their API also allows software developers to integrate Freesound directly into applications, such as Sound Show.
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Chosic.com
Chosic provides a wide range of sound effects. The sounds are in the public domain, meaning you're free to use them however you like, including in commercial projects.
Filmmusic.io
This site offers an impressive collection of free music, with various styles and genres. The quality and diversity of the music make it worth exploring.
Pixabay.com
Pixabay is a treasure trove of free media. In addition to sound effects and music, you can find free images, videos, GIFs, and more.
Youtube Audio Library
YouTube offers a free sound library specifically for content creators. The library includes a wide range of music styles and sound effects, though you'll need to log in to access them. Licensing varies, so be sure to check the terms for each track.
Gamesounds.xyz
This site offers a collection of free sounds tailored for game development. While the sound quality is good, the search functionality can be somewhat challenging.
I hope this guide helps you find the sounds you need.
If you know of other great sources for free sounds, feel free to contact me so I can add them to this list.
Enjoy your sound journey!