Libraries/Collections FAQ

What formats are your sound effects libraries available in?
Most of our products come as broadcast-quality .wav files with embedded metadata, compatible with BaseHead, Soundminer, Netmix, and other asset management s...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:05 PM
Can I audition libraries before I purchase?
Yes, almost all of our libraries have high-quality audio demos in .mp3 format, which you can preview on the item’s product page. To search, browse, prev...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:05 PM
What is the difference between The Odyssey Collection and The Odyssey Collection: Essentials?
The Odyssey Collection is the complete installment of Mark Mangini and Richard L Anderson’s personal sound library, curated over 36 years of feature film wo...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:06 PM
Is there any overlap between Hybrid/Odyssey and PSE Essentials?
There is no overlap between The Odyssey Collection: Essentials and PSE Essentials. There is, however, a 20% overlap between the Hybrid Library and PSE Essent...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:07 PM
Is the Hybrid Library contained in the Master Library?
Yes, the entirety of the Hybrid Library is in the Master Library. On top of that, our Master Library contains our specialty libraries.
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:16 PM
What’s the difference between the Hybrid Library and the 2017/2018 versions? What about the Master Library and the 2017/2018 versions?
The Hybrid Library has seen several improvements and updates since it was first introduced in 2012 including new sounds and metadata adjustments. In June 20...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:20 PM
I just purchased a general library; when will I have Online Access?
Online Access will be set up within 1-2 business days of your purchase.
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:20 PM
What’s the deal with Hybrid/Master Library annual updates?
Annual Updates are no longer a feature of the Hybrid Library / Master Library. This created complications with versioning, and we opted for a more flexible...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:21 PM
I have a general library and my Basehead trial says it’s supposed to last 90 days; in the email I received with the code, why does it say it expires in less than that?
The code you received to redeem Basehead is what expires sooner; your Basehead trial does not start until you download and activate your trial.
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:22 PM
I received a coupon code from Avid. What is it for and where do I use it?
If you received an offer from Avid Pro Tools (with a code starting with PT… ), it’s for the Pro Tools First Library. If you received an offer from Avid ...
Wed, 21 Aug, 2019 at 6:22 PM