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The Original Sample Libraries Used in Ocarina of Time

It’s well-documented that Koji Kondo used sample libraries to make the Ocarina of Time soundtrack. Let’s take a look at those classic products.

ROM-hacked sounds are a cool way to make authentic game music. But are soundfonts legal? We explore arguments for and against using them.

Digidesign’s Samplecell sounds were often used in Nintendo 64 games. Learn more about the library’s history and what games they appeared in.

Longtime Cakewalk fans may be familiar with Z3TA+ 2, the “Ultimate Waveshaping Synth”. It was one of the first virtual … Read more

Lately, I’ve been hunting down the instruments and samples used in my favorite video game soundtracks. One sample library that’s … Read more

Voice Spectral is a collection of over 1000 vocal hooks and phrases. Learn more about it’s history and what games they appeared in.

Z3TA+ 2 is a classic virtual synth that was discontinued in 2017. Even if you’ve managed to redownload the software, … Read more