Our Complete SSL Collection is a unique offer that gives you access to all current and future sound libraries in our catalog. By purchasing this collection once, you’ll receive a lifetime subscription that grants you free access to all new libraries we release in the future, at no additional cost. It’s the most convenient and economical way to ensure you always have access to the latest sounds for your projects.

Over our 10 years of experience in creating sound libraries, we have significantly evolved our recording techniques. We started with Mono and STEREO microphone setups, which allowed us to capture basic but essential sounds for various applications. Over time, we upgraded our equipment to include DOUBLE MS recordings, expanding our range of sound captures and improving the quality of our libraries.

Our evolution continued with a focus on ambisonic microphone techniques, enabling us to capture immersive and enveloping sound experiences. Most recently, we have made the leap to third-order ambisonics technology, an advancement that allows us to offer an unprecedented level of quality and detail in our recordings.

Álvaro de Iscar is the principal field recordist for Surround Sound LAB. In addition to his work in field recording, he is also the founder of Blacktone Studio and Foley Collection. With a distinguished career in audio post-production, he has contributed to numerous projects across film and television. You can learn more about his work on his IMDb page.

Surround Sound LAB also benefits from contributions by other talented field recordists like Barto Alcaine, Oscar de Avila, and other friends of the project.

Each library in our catalog is recorded using different microphone techniques, which is reflected in the color of the cover. These categories are not selectable options; instead, they indicate how each library was recorded, ensuring that the product you purchase aligns with your specific production needs:

• Black: Libraries recorded using a combination of techniques to capture sounds in MONO, STEREO, and Surround formats, offering versatility for a wide range of applications.
• White: Libraries recorded entirely in first-order ambisonic format, designed to provide an immersive and high-quality sound experience.
• Gold: Libraries recorded entirely in third-order ambisonic format, a technologically advanced format that delivers unprecedented detail and extreme precision in sound capture.
• Green: Private Blacktone Studio Audio Library Collection. The Private library we have been recording during all our history for our projects in the studio.

To purchase a sound library, simply select the library you’re interested in, add it to your cart, and proceed to checkout. Once your purchase is complete, you will receive an email with the files or the serials needed to license and download the library through PULSE DOWNLOADER.

Starting in October 2024, we will use PULSE DOWNLOADER for distributing our sound libraries. PULSE DOWNLOADER is an application that allows you to easily manage and download your sound libraries from a single location. 

Here’s how it works:

1. Download PULSE  from their web, and download the installer for your operating system.
2. Install the application: Once downloaded, follow the instructions to install PULSE DOWNLOADER on your computer.
3. Create an account or log in: Open the application and enter your details to create a new account on PULSE if you don’t have one yet. If you already have an account, simply log in.
4. License your libraries: After purchasing a library from our store, you’ll receive an email with a unique serial. This serial will allow you to license and download the library through PULSE. Within the application, select the option to add a new product and enter the serial number you received via email.
5. Download and manage your libraries: Once you’ve entered the serial, the library will appear in your account within PULSE. From there, you can download it directly to your computer. PULSE DOWNLOADER also allows you to manage your libraries, keeping them organized and ensuring you always have access to the latest updates.

Important: The purpose of using PULSE DOWNLOADER is to facilitate the download of the libraries, as they occupy a considerable amount of space, estimated at around 800 GB by the end of 2024. It is crucial to follow the recommended guidelines when installing the libraries to ensure a smooth and error-free installation.

Our sound libraries are available in high-quality WAV format, with a minimum of 48KHz at 24-bit. Some libraries are available in higher formats of 96KHz or even 192KHz, allowing for high fidelity and greater flexibility when manipulating audio. For ambisonic formats, all files are encoded in AmbiX format, with the ambisonic content already centered, edited, and mastered for ease of use.

For working with ambisonic content, we recommend several tools that offer powerful processing and decoding capabilities:

• Harpex: Known for its high-quality ambisonic processing, Harpex is a popular choice for professionals seeking precise spatial audio manipulation.
• Audio Brewers: This company offers a range of ambisonic plugins and tools that cater to various needs, providing innovative solutions for spatial audio production.
• Noise Makers: Another excellent option, offering versatile tools for ambisonic sound design and mixing.
• Rode Ambisonic Decoder: For first-order ambisonic decoding, we recommend the free Rode Ambisonic Decoder plugin, which is user-friendly and effective for basic ambisonic processing.

These are the tools we use daily in our own workflow and for mastering our sound libraries, ensuring that we achieve the highest quality results in our ambisonic productions.

Within PULSE DOWNLOADER, downloads are limited to 3 attempts. If you encounter any issues with the downloads or reach the limit and need further assistance, please contact us at our support email: surroundsoundlab@gmail.com. We’ll be happy to help.

We accept payments via credit card, PayPal, and bank transfers. All payments are secure and encrypted. If you choose to pay by bank transfer, please send the payment receipt to our support email: surroundsoundlab@gmail.com so we can process your order as soon as possible.

If you encounter any issues downloading the files, please contact us through our support form on the website or by emailing us at surroundsoundlab@gmail.com. We’ll be happy to assist you.

Since our products are digital, we cannot offer refunds once the files have been downloaded. We recommend carefully reviewing the product description before making your purchase.

You can contact us through our contact form on the website or by emailing us at surroundsoundlab@gmail.com. Our support team is available Monday through Friday to assist you.

Yes, we offer multi-seat licenses for large studios, allowing multiple users to access our sound libraries under a single license. If you’re interested, please contact us so we can provide a personalized proposal based on your needs.

Yes, at Surround Sound LAB, the field recording label of Blacktone Studio, we offer custom field recording services for individual projects. We can perform private recordings anywhere in the world, adapting to the specific needs of your project. If you’re interested in this service, please contact us to discuss the details and receive a personalized offer.

Blacktone Studio specializes in audio post-production for film, with facilities adapted to the current needs of the industry. We have a Dolby Atmos room, which allows us to offer an immersive and high-quality sound experience, meeting the most demanding standards in the market.

Our End User License Agreement (EULA) outlines the terms under which you can use our sound libraries. This includes permissions for personal and commercial use in various types of media projects. However, we strictly prohibit the use of our sound libraries for training or developing any artificial intelligence (AI) models or systems. By purchasing and using our products, you agree to adhere to these terms.