
The Original Sample Libraries Used in Ocarina of Time
By Jack Barton
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.

By Jack Barton
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.

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

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

By Jack Barton
Longtime Cakewalk fans may be familiar with Z3TA+ 2, the “Ultimate Waveshaping Synth”. It was one of the first virtual instruments I ever bought, and ...

By Jack Barton
Lately, I’ve been hunting down the instruments and samples used in my favorite video game soundtracks. One sample library that’s come up a few times ...

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

By Jack Barton
Z3TA+ 2 is a classic virtual synth that was discontinued in 2017. Even if you’ve managed to redownload the software, it’ll be stuck in demo ...