The Samplecast

02/08/2024

I've been super impressed with these emotive guitars from Sonora Cinematic. Anyone creating cinematic, lo-fi, electronica and other twangy genres should give Panorama Guitars a whirl.

EDIT - They've just updated the library and added 50 more presets for even more gorgeousness, currently on discount intro pricing.

Panorama Guitars is a Kontakt Player virtual instrument born from a love of genre-defining acts like Explosions in the Sky, Mogwai, and Slowdive as well as the guitar textures that have inspired a plethora of music for media in the last three decades.

18/07/2024

DEAL SPASM...

95% OFF hybrid / trailer instrument bundle from Hidden Path Audio.

Tranzform / Barrage / Battalion - a versatile collection of rhythmic elements, huge percussion and powerful brass.

DEAL HERE: https://bit.ly/95-off-HPA

26/06/2024

BONUS DISCOUNT RATE for the next couple of days

I'm currently using some of these sounds to score a video game trailer and they are PHAT. New coupon code FINAL40 gives the deepest discount - now 40% off everything!

DEAL HERE: https://www.gothictools.com/

11/06/2024

NEW LAUNCH: These SFX packs are 🔥🔥🔥

Sound like a million dollars with Gothic Tools & Gothic Instruments - 58 packs of bespoke SFX sounds curated especially for musicians. Previously only available to bespoke trailer houses, these collections will melt minds and bust speakers. Intro discount of 25% using coupon IGNITE25 - there's also a cheeky free taster sample pack available.

Check 'em out: https://gth.st/-launch

02/06/2024

FREE TRAILER & SOUND FX...

Gothic Tools & Gothic Instruments are launching soon and to get into the swing, they're offering a FREE download of sounds from their packs, used in hundreds of AAA movies and TV shows. There's also a scoring competition where you can win all their packs!

Grab the sounds here: https://bit.ly/GTW-freebies

24/05/2024

Public Service Announcement...

YouTube has just introduced a "Stable Volume" toggle which is switched ON by default (for some unknown reason). This is basically a heavy-handed compressor. So switch that sucker off if you enjoy dynamics.

18/03/2024

Tempted by 50% off all Symphobia libraries? My video might push you over the edge...

Blockbuster-ready orchestral ensembles and effects for your all film scoring projects – no matter the genre.More info: https://www.native-instruments.com/spe...

27/02/2024

DEAL SPASM...

80% OFF LA Scoring Percussion from Audio Ollie. The definitive blockbuster percussion collection for Kontakt.

Recorded & mixed by mixing legend Alan Meyerson at Warner Bros Eastwood Stage, the drums were produced exactly the way he does them on AAA movies. Highly recommended, and a STEAL at just $59

LA Modern Percussion by Audio Ollie is the definitive blockbuster percussion sample library for Kontakt recorded & mixed by Alan Meyerson.

14/12/2023

Honoured and excited to be involved with e-instruments new baby... a collection of timeless and inspiring guitars for media scoring: Desolate Guitars.

Here's my walkthrough video, showcasing the tones and features of these classic instruments:

Watch composer and Product Specialist Reuben Cornell take a short tour of Desolate Guitars' presets, explore each page in detail, and explore how you can edi...

07/12/2023

Gah... I forgot to pre-warn everybody about the annual "12 Days Of Christmas" sign-up from Sonokinetic. Super-cheap deals and freebies for 2 weeks - each for only 48 hours.

They're already on Day 3 so hurry up!

Sonokinetic sampling high quality and affordable virtual instruments. Unique and one of a kind sample libraries. For composers, producers and sound designers. Original and authentic sample collections from ancient musical cultures and forgotten historical music heritage. Cinematic sampling and origi...

27/11/2023

More deals added to my personal recommendations courtesy of pesky Cyber Monday (why is this even a thing?)... I've also listed some cool freebies.

Grab 'em here: https://thesamplecast.com/black-fday-2023/

25/11/2023

It's the annual Samplecast Black Friday recommendations!

Are this year’s deals any better than last year? At this point, it’s real hard to tell, but there are certainly loads of companies that are absolutely desperate for your money. As per Samplecast tradition, the deals highlighted below are not just any old thing – they’re the libraries and plugins that I personally vouch for and use on a regular basis. I’ll be adding more deals as the weekend progresses so keep checking in…

https://thesamplecast.com/black-fday-2023/

25/11/2023

RUN, don't walk for this amazing BF offer from Red Room Audio...

Their entire orchestral collection for 83% off. Includes 76 GB of orchestral sections, matched FX, arp & run builder and legato melodics. A brilliant price for an awesome set of libraries.

Palette is a series of thematic professional orchestral and cinematic Kontakt virtual instruments for songwriters and media composers. It was recorded in a dedicated hall with world-renowned performers by a passionate and experienced team of sample makers.

18/10/2023

65% OFF FLASH SALE...

Sounds From Hell is highly recommended if you're composing any kind of trailer, action, horror or thriller music. Super-useful in my template.

DEAL HERE: https://redroomaudio.com/product-category/sounds-from-hell/?ref=1

24/06/2023

Old, but 100% solid drum samples. BARRAGE by Hidden Path Audio for epic drum ensembles and processing. An absolute no-brainer at this price.

94% OFF for a very limited period - just $9 !!!

Barrage is a cinematic percussion designer that lets you create epic drum hits with ease. It is based on a dual-engine with a total of 256 multisampled soundsets and comes with onboard effects like chorus, delay, reverb, and a master filter.

06/04/2023

I don't post many deals these days, but this is a STEAL for a library that I worked on: 80% OFF Steampunk by Fallout Music Group - JUST $18

DEAL HERE: https://audioplugin.deals/product/steampunk-by-fallout-music-group/ref/10/

Clocks, cranks, levers, metals, steam, engines, machines, ticks, and clicks. create hits and patterns that are not only unique, but simple to manipulate and put into your own tracks.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iaJZWF2WI4E

Overview of the new Steampunk engine from Fallout Music Group - totally unique engines for creating rhythms and hits from organic, steampunk-inspired samples...

30/01/2023

Do you use Cinematic Studio Strings / Woods / Brass etc?
Do you also use Studio One or Logic?

Then you need this amazing orchestral template from Oli Kember that brings these libraries to life.

PS... he's also running a competition where you can win Seventh Heaven Pro, Gullfoss or Fabfilter Pro-Q3

Transform your Cinematic Studio Series libraries with the Hollywood Scoring Stages treatment. Learn more here.

21/12/2022

WTF... is this a price error?

iZotope Nectar 3 Plus - Vocal Mixing Suite - for 90% off!

Get your vocals to sit in the mix with the most sophisticated set of tools for vocal production. Bring out your intended performance with everything you need for a professional sound, fast.

26/11/2022

48 HOUR DEAL SPASM!

83% OFF Palette Orchestral Collection - NOW JUST $149

Red Room Audio is a developer that I've whole-heartedly supported from the very start. This is an awesome deal for their entire orchestral series for less than the price of just one pack! Even if you already have plenty of orchestral libraries this is worth picking up for gorgeous legato Melodics, hundreds of FX and tempo-synced Runs are worth the price of admission alone.

For just $199.99 (instead of $600), get Red Room Audio's Palette Bundle featuring 3 of their finest plugins. Limited time offer, don't miss out!

21/10/2022

DEAL SPASM...

Currently an OBSCENE price on Eventide's Blackhole reverb, which I use on literally everything.

Blackhole, Blackhole plugin, buy Blackhole, download Blackhole trial, Eventide Blackhole

21/10/2022

Just in time for Halloween - this amazing offer from Sampletraxx (whose sounds I use all the blimmin' time)

90% off 8 cinematic sound design libraries - was €411 - NOW €39

DEAL HERE: https://bit.ly/Sampletraxx_Spooky

04/07/2022

SNEAKY DEAL SPASM...

83% OFF Cinematic Keys for Kontakt Player. Use code JULY4 at checkout and grab this inspirational keys library before it's gone forever. Was $349 - now just $39.

https://audioplugin.deals/cinematic-keys-by-sample-logic-final-sale/ref/10/

Cinematic Keys by Sample Logic is a complete collection of 850+ traditional and mutilated Instruments & Multis. Get 80% off now for a limited time only!

14/06/2022

HOT DAMN!!!

My favourite reverb for 85% off - grab Eventide's Blackhole whilst it's super cheap...

https://www.pluginboutique.com/product/2-Effects/17-Reverb/2855-Blackholev/?a_aid=574721fe6ef9b

Blackhole, Blackhole plugin, buy Blackhole, download Blackhole trial, Eventide Blackhole

30/05/2022

Did you know that friend of The Samplecast, Red Room Audio founder Dickie Chapin also designs board games in his spare time?

He's just launched an awesome one Kickstarter called JOYSTICK HEROES. It’s a family-friendly game about playing video games in a retro arcade and it’s a blast! If you’re into games, please check it out and pledge to help bring it to life!
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/frownclowns/joystick-heroes-the-board-game-about-playing-video-games/

Insert tokens to fire up your favorite retro arcade games. Improve your skillz, compete for high scores and become Joystick Heroes!

06/05/2022

ANOTHER DEAL SPASM (this time for Ukraine)...

4 libraries from Sonuscore for just $9..90

Lyrical Violin Phrases, Ha.pi Concert Harp, Origins Vol.5: Ukulele & Muted Piano, HD Orchestra Chords.

https://sonuscore.com/donation-sale-2022/

Help us to raise money, and in return, we want to offer you this SPRING DONATION BUNDLE. Available until May 17th for incredible $9.90/€9.90, instead of $217/€217.

03/05/2022

More synth goodies from The Unfinished

Generate Noire is a collection of 170 patches for Newfangled Audio’s Generate synth... and it sounds exceptional.

Generate Noire is now available to buy and download!

https://www.theunfinished.co.uk/shop/generate-noire/

15/02/2022

68% OFF Hybrid Two Project Chaos - NOW €69 (reg €219)

From the twisted mind of Daniel James, it's time for CHAOS. This is a hard-hitting toolkit like no other and now at a bargain price!

DEAL HERE: https://bit.ly/absolute_chaos

03/02/2022

WHOA...

18 hard-hitting soundpacks from SampleTraxx for just $49 (that's 91% off) - YES PLEASE!

https://audioplugin.deals/arsenal-dark-textures-bundle-by-sampletraxx/ref/10/

Powered by the full version of Kontakt 5.8, this bundle features 180+ Kontakt instruments, 18 soundpacks and over 3,700 high-quality wav files

25/01/2022

DEAL SPASM...

One of my very favourite developers is doing a 78% OFF sale for a limited time. Innovative and unusual trailer sounds for hard-hitting scoring. Was €174 - NOW €39.

GRAB IT HERE: https://bit.ly/FALLOUT78