SoundQ Level up your sound workflow

SoundQ is our free sound library software that integrates with your editor of choice. Your go-to sound source that sends directly from the cloud to your timeline.

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Find sounds faster

Spend less time searching and more time creating. SoundQ puts your sonic palette at your fingertips to make your sound effects library work for you – so you can finish projects faster.

Your library intelligently organized

Using Finder/Explorer to search by filename? You’re only seeing the tip of the iceberg. Organize all your local files with unlimited records and databases. Customize with collections, and edit metadata in open iXML format.

Send to timeline instantly

Seamless integration into your workflow with the press of a button – including Spot to Timeline for Pro Tools, Reaper, and Premiere. SoundQ works with all NLEs and DAWs, so you can drop directly to your editing software of choice.

Compatible with:
Pro Tools, Reaper, Nuendo, Premiere, Media Composer, Resolve, Live, Audition, Logic, Final Cut

Get cloud access to your PSE libraries

Access your Pro Sound Effects purchases in the studio and on the go. Or get started with the SoundQ Free library of royalty-free sound effects and music tracks.

SoundQ full features

Free Cloud Library of Sound Effects & Music

Unlimited Local Files: Import Your Local Library for Search

Spot to Timeline for Adobe Premiere, Pro Tools, and Reaper

Drag and Drop Sounds to Any Application

Shared Collections: Create, Customize, and Share to Organize and Optimize Your Workflow

Smart Search: Combine Keywords with Boolean Search, Show/Hide Results from Any Collection

Keyword Translation: Enter Search Terms in Any Language

Add Effects: Apply High-Quality Varispeed and Reverse in Real-Time

Universal Category System: All Sound Effects are UCS-Optimized

Metadata: Read & Write Metadata to Database in Open iXML Format

Multi-Channel Support: Select and Audition Individual Channels for Export

Freesound.org Integration: Unlimited In-App Access to the Freesound.org Library (CC0 Only)

Access Your PSE Libraries: Unlimited In-App Access to Your Purchased Pro Sound Effects Libraries

File Type Support:

  • Mono, Stereo, and Multi-channel
  • WAV, AIFF, OGG, FLAC, MP3 (Read Only)
  • Up to 32-bit/192kHz

System Requirements:

  • macOS 10.12 and later
  • Windows 10 – 64-bit version
What creators are saying about SoundQ
A quick search and send directly to Premiere Pro is something I've been looking for forever. SoundQ is the missing link!
Kelsey Brannan
Premiere Gal
After a quick and easy setup, I was blown away at how seamless the implementation was into our everyday workflow. SoundQ’s user-focused design and robust cloud-based library makes it a must-have for any team looking to boost creativity and efficiency.
Grant Elder
Harbor Picture Company
Working with a Team?

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Empower your creative organization with a world-class sound library and powerful workflow. Deliver better sound faster and smarter than ever with our complete sound solution for teams.

  • World-Class SFX & Music Library
  • Fast, Intuitive Search
  • Drag-and-Drop or Spot to Timeline
  • Quick Setup, Access Anywhere
  • Custom License Agreement
  • For Companies & Schools with Multiple Users
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SoundQ? What is SoundQ?

SoundQ is our free desktop application for macOS and Windows. It lets you database and organize your local sound effects library, access the Pro Sound Effects library in the cloud, search by keyword from any source, and send sounds directly to your editing software for quick workflow.

Can my team use SoundQ with multiple users? Can my team use SoundQ with multiple users?

Yes! Learn more about how teams can use SoundQ here.

What’s included in the SoundQ Free Library? What’s included in the SoundQ Free Library?

The SoundQ Free Library gives you unlimited access to 2,000+ sound effects and 100 music tracks and stems – with unlimited downloads. All sound effects are curated from the Hybrid Library from Pro Sound Effects.

What’s included in the subscription? What’s included in the subscription?

Subscribing gives you unlimited access to the SoundQ Library of 100,000+ sound effects and 20,000+ music tracks/stems – with unlimited downloads. All sound effects are curated from the Hybrid Library.

Please note: Subscribing does not give you unlimited access to the entire Pro Sound Effects library of 1 million+ sounds. Sounds outside of the SoundQ Library can be licensed using credits starting at $3.99 each.

How do credits work in SoundQ? How do credits work in SoundQ?

All SoundQ tiers include in-app access to purchase credits starting at $3.99 each. Credits can be used to download additional sounds outside of the SoundQ library from the entire Pro Sound Effects library of 1 million+ sounds. Think of this as your sonic safety net – if you can’t find the sound you need in the SoundQ library or your local library, you’ll find it in the PSE Library.

When you download sounds using credits, these are covered for perpetual 1-user, royalty-free, commercial usage in all media, worldwide. Credits will sync with your account and can also be used on app.prosoundeffects.com.

How does licensing work? How does licensing work?

Sound Effects:
​​All sound effects from the SoundQ Library are covered for 1-user, royalty-free, commercial usage in all media, worldwide. Any project created while subscribed to SoundQ will stay covered even after you unsubscribe. Full information on licensing can be found in the SoundQ EULA.

When you download sounds using credits, these are covered for perpetual 1-user, royalty-free, commercial usage in all media, worldwide.

Music:
All tracks are pre-cleared for worldwide use, in perpetuity (forever), in all media. For broadcast use (Film, Television, VOD/OTT & Radio), please submit a music cue sheet to your local performing rights organization (PRO), and also share a copy of that cue sheet with PSE at cuesheets@prosoundeffects.com. Full licensing information can be found in the Music EULA.

What is the usage rights difference between purchased libraries or sounds from Pro Sound Effects vs. the SoundQ Library? What is the usage rights difference between purchased libraries or sounds from Pro Sound Effects vs. the SoundQ Library?

When you buy any Pro Sound Effects library (like CORE), or purchase individual sounds within SoundQ or from the PSE website, you get 1-user royalty-free unlimited usage on any project, forever. Explore Pro Sound Effects libraries here.

When you subscribe to SoundQ, you’re covered for 1-user royalty-free commercial usage on any project while you are subscribed. Any project created while subscribed to SoundQ will stay covered even after you unsubscribe.

Can I get unlimited or customized access to the PSE Library in SoundQ? Can I get unlimited or customized access to the PSE Library in SoundQ?

Yes! Contact us for options.

Does SoundQ work with my editing software? Does SoundQ work with my editing software?

Yes! SoundQ lets you drag-and-drop files to any software. SoundQ also supports Spot to Timeline for Adobe Premiere, Pro Tools, Reaper. We will be adding Spot to Timeline support for more applications soon!

I have Soundminer, BaseHead, Soundly or another database software. Can SoundQ complement my workflow? I have Soundminer, BaseHead, Soundly or another database software. Can SoundQ complement my workflow?

Yes! SoundQ gives you unlimited cloud access to the SoundQ library, your purchased PSE libraries, and Freesound.org (CC0) – plus in-app access to purchase additional sounds from the full PSE Library as your sonic safety net. Have all the sounds you need on any project, in the studio or on the go.

Can I access my own local files in the cloud with SoundQ? Can I access my own local files in the cloud with SoundQ?

No, you can not upload your own files to the cloud… yet! Your local library currently must be stored on your computer or external hard drive. Files you can access in the cloud include the SoundQ Library, Freesound.org, and your purchased PSE Libraries.

I own PSE Libraries. What does this mean for me? I own PSE Libraries. What does this mean for me?

SoundQ gives you unlimited in-app access to your purchased PSE Libraries – even on the Free tier. Download now to try it out!

I own Search software by Pro Sound Effects. What does this mean for me? I own Search software by Pro Sound Effects. What does this mean for me?

For Search owners, we’ve enabled unlimited local files and are offering an extended SoundQ trial – contact us to get set up.

Your Search software will continue to work, and your iLok license is perpetual, so you can continue using it. However we will not be actively developing or releasing non-critical updates. Learn more here.

Search was our first foray into software and enhancing the experience of using PSE libraries. SoundQ is the future as it brings together our software and libraries – we hope you’ll join us!

What happens when I cancel my SoundQ subscription? What happens when I cancel my SoundQ subscription?

When you cancel your SoundQ subscription, you are moved to the SoundQ Free plan at the end of your payment cycle. Here’s what happens to your account:

  • Sounds Effects & Music: Your access will switch to the smaller SoundQ Free Library of sound effects and music. You will still have unlimited downloads.
  • Payment: You will not be billed on your next payment cycle.

Your full local database will still be available, and you will still have unlimited in-app access to your Purchases and Freesound.org, plus the ability to purchase additional sounds from Pro Sound Effects.

I need help. How do I access Support? I need help. How do I access Support?

Visit the SoundQ User Guide for step-by-step instructions, an overview of features, and more support resources. You can also submit a support ticket, or chat in the bottom right corner.

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