Boom Library has released Anime Essentials, a comprehensive sound effects library meticulously designed for anime production.
Infusing synthesised tones with distorted effects and tonal sweeps, Boom reckons that Anime Essentials ‘is set to revolutionise the sound design landscape for anime enthusiasts and professionals alike’.
The library is rich with the surrealism and over-the-top dynamism found in anime series such as One Piece, Full Metal Alchemist and Cowboy Bebop, and features thunderous impacts, mesmerising shimmers and a wide array of high-quality sounds, intended to enhance any scene and exposition. Whether I the hands of a sound designer, animator or game developer, Anime Essentials offers the flexibility needed to create captivating audio experiences.
‘Anime Essentials is our tribute to the world of anime – we drew inspiration from the most iconic shows to create a library that captures the essence of anime soundscapes,’ says project lead, Michael Schwendler. ‘We combined our Euro rack with organic sounds and processed them through heavy FX chains, including pitch-shifts and filters, to deliver a broad range of sounds perfect for modern anime production.’
With categories ranging from Bling, Explosion, and Impact to Laser, Whoosh, and Wobble, Anime Essentials seeks to meet every sound designer’s needs. The library provides a versatile toolkit for various uses, including crafting interface sounds, exploring general sound design concepts, and creating toons. Each sound is intricately designed to be easily dissected by the brain, making it simple yet impactful for fast-paced anime action scenes.
Anime Essentials is a unique and indispensable tool for sound designers aiming to infuse their projects with magic and authenticity. The focus on high-frequency details and diverse categories makes it the cornerstone of any anime sound design endeavour.
