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Big SoundFonts The soundfont files on this page are big, so to minimize your time to download, some are sfArk compressed. If you don't have the sfArk decompressor, you can get it. This page is now on a new server, anddownloads are handled via FTP.

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If you've read any of the discussion on this page about problems with downloading sfArk files with Netscape, you may recall that Netscape downloads files with the sfArk extension as ASCII instead of binary, resulting in a corrupt sfArk file. Additionally, certain ZIP utilities change the sfArk extension to SFA, again preventing correct extraction. Make sure you read the notes on before you download any of these files to make sure you end up with a usable soundfont.

I've been advised by a user that some of these soundfonts may seem to be out of tune unless you're using the latest drivers for the SBLive card. Until this latest driver set, there definitely problems with filtering, so before you suspect one of these soundfonts, update to the latest drivers. Enjoy these soundfonts... For these files in smaller multi-parts for those who are having trouble with the large downloads. For the main site home page, and more soundfonts. NOTICE TO USERS OF 'DOWNLOAD MANAGERS' - DISABLE YOUR DOWNLOAD MANAGER NOW!!!

PersonalCopy v5r2 (26,795k) 57,201k decompressed This is a self-extracting EXE file to make sure it's correctly downloaded as a binary file by your browser. The source file is compressed as a self-extracting sfArk file - you do not need to have any decompressing utilities installed - just double-click on the file name to start the extraction process. NOTE: You must have the MS-DOS Prompt set correctly or this file will not extract. If you have problems, to see how to configure your PC correctly!

The piano is completely reworked in this release, and is probably it's high point. This is the Maganda_Piano from Robert C. Allen, and HAS NO LOOPS - all samples are stereo and you hear the full natural decay of this piano. This is a bright sounding piano, but I've structured it with 12 velocity layers, so it's expressive and soft if you want it to be. You HAVE to hear it! Robert sells this soundfont on his web site at Trade-Mania.com, so I will not be making this piano available separately - go to Bob's site and get it there.

Also, the drums are completely reworked, with many new sounds, and now with 6 layers so they're more realistic, and there are MANY new samples in this drum set. Many thanks to Jeremy Janzen for his contribution of bass soundfonts which remain in this newest release - there's nothing better. LIMITATIONS: To load PC51c you must have at least 128MB of system memory installed. Like other large soundfonts, this one occasionally must be reloaded because it will start dropping samples after lengthy play. I've even had to reboot on occasion to get everything working right again, which is why I sometimes use the Lite version (see below).

This soundfont is a 'work-in-progress', and will probably never be finished as long as enthusiasts keep creating new and better GM soundbanks and individual instruments. If you like some of the sounds in this soundbank, feel free to put them into your own collection or reuse them any way you want. This is really all about being able to tailor the sound of your MIDI to fit your hardware and your own ears. If you like the way it sounds, then it's good. PersonalCopy Lite v4r1 (16,124k) 30,661k decompressed This is a self-extracting EXE file to make sure it's correctly downloaded as a binary file by your browser.

The source file is compressed as a self-extracting sfArk file - you do not need to have any decompressing utilities installed - just double-click on the file name to start the extraction process. A completely new soundfont for me. One of the problems I've heard from several users is that because they only have 64MB of memory, they can't use the PersonalCopy soundfont.

For these users, here's a version they can use. There are a few compromises (some samples that are stereo in the full version have been converted to mono in the Lite version) and (unfortunately) there just isn't room for the Maganda_Piano from the full version, but this is a great soundfont and well worth having. As it's less than 32MB, it doesn't suffer from some of the quirks that you have with larger soundfonts - I often use it myself. Unison 1.00 (18,745k) 26,573k decompressed Peter Jevnisek's wonderful new GM/GS soundbank is now here for download and is one of the most popular on this site. This is the one that's been talked about in the newsgroups, previewed with some mp3 samples, and has everyone waiting with baited breath! A wonderfully musical and clean sound; if you're using the SBLive!

You must download this soundfont. Musica Theoria v2.0 (18,580k) 29,807k decompressed Jeff D's latest version. I owe Jeff a lot, as his first version of this soundfont got me started with large soundfonts for the SBLive which lead to this web site. Here's his latest version.

You can listen to a demo of this soundfont - specially composed and played by Milton Pareedes by clicking here: Magic Sound Font v2.0 (41,536k) 71,184k decompressed This contribution by should be a must for the big soundfont enthusiast. It's a big download as you can see, and a big soundfont too - you'll need 256MB of memory to load it, so be aware of this before you invest the time. Also at this size, you will encounter the 'dropped instrument' problem with a Live card - the Audigy will do just fine. Here's what Dennis has to say about it: PLEASE FEEL FREE TO! I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR YOUR OPINION ABOUT MY SF. Soundset ******************************** Soundset Name: MagicSF Soundset Version: 2.0 Building time: ~. 2 years Size: ~67 MBs ***** Melodic presets: 127 -missing presets: bagpipe, gunshot Instruments recorded and built by myself: -Steel String Guitar on 025 -Banjo on 105 ***** Percussive presets: 7 -including 3 standard drum sets on 000,001,002 -also including power set on 016, tr-808 set on 025, brush set on 040 and orchestral set on 048 Reverb Settings: ******************************** I recommend to use the following reverb settings: 1) Auditorium Reverb (master reverb ~50%).

2) _Kathedrale Reverb (master reverb ~60%). The '_Cathedral.ea2'-file is included in the MagicSF.zip!

To use it, start the creative 'audio hq', click at the 'Import Environment'-button and choose the '_Cathedral.ea2'-file. You may now choose '_kathedrale' in your environment list. 3) Never listen to a midi-file without proper reverb settings! Comments: ******************************** MagicSF is intended to be a well balanced set. Therefore i spent much in volume and reverb adjusting for each instrument. I included two of my selfmade instruments - the banjo and the steel string guitar.

I've been working on MagicSF for almost two years now and I think it is time to release it, for I never released version 1.0. I hope you enjoy it the same way I do!! RealFont 2.1 (46,465k) 105,992k decompressed Here's what Michel has to say about the biggest soundfont on this site: RealFont is a GM midi SoundFont I've been working on for a year now.

This is the first public release I have ever done for this one. RealFont 2.1 is a SF2 sound font using mostly stereo samples.

It is a collection of some of the most natural sounding instruments I have found on the web to date. This sound font is intended for pop, rock, r&b and blues/jazz. As for dance and techno, this is another game and I use a different SF for that kind of music. I don't believe there is a 'Perfect' GM sound font out there but this one usually does the job. Mostly, I have packed the best of the instruments I use most which are: Drums (very important, this is where most banks lack quality and natural sound!) Piano, bass, strings, guitars and winds. This is a HUGE bank. To date it is 91MB in size and growing.

This means that you need at least 256MB RAM. Contacts: Realfont homepage ->kickme.to/realfont email->These next three soundfonts are here courtesy of Lavio Pareschi - who needed a host for them. He has a great MIDI site that you really should visit - lot's of exciting things going on there - visit his site at: Note that these files are compressed with the SFPack utility which is still available on this site - Merlin 4mbgm_plus12 6MB (11M uncompressed) It is standard the 4M Emu sound font improved with instruments from big Merlin sf2. Now you can use the standard sf2 included in all Creative Labs sound boards with very better strings, piano, violin, cello, oboe, English horn, fiddle and several important improvements.

Merlin 8mbgm_plus13 8.5MB (15MB uncompressed) It is based on the standard the 8M Emu/SBLive soundfont improved with instruments from big Merlin sf2. Now you can use the standard sf2 included in all Creative Labs sound boards with very better strings, piano, violin, cello, oboe, english horn, fiddle, voices and several important improvements. Merlin_gm22.sfpack, 15MB (29MB uncompressed) It was built after selection of best public samples from Internet, adjusting old and new instruments, balancing parameters against a lot of midi files, classical and not classical and using some Cadenza techniques to improve quality.

It is only for GM and plays every type of music. Version 2.1 has several enhancements, including new timpani (thanks to Seth Neuffer), new fiddle which can work as a second type of violin, cello improvements, new true and realistic tremolo strings, several balances and minor improvements, as well an important percussion bug fix. Version 2.2 has new church organ, synth voice, violin attack adjustment and other balance adjustments.

SoundFonts are a file format that uses sample-based synthesis to play MIDI files. Developed in the early 1990s by E-mu Systems and Creative Labs, its first use was on the Sound Blaster AWE32; an ISA sound card that supported some of the first MIDI configuration. You will always see SoundFonts in PCM format, which is a specific file format that allows the SoundFonts to be read by sample-based MIDI synths. In some ways, this file format is a lot like text typing fonts.

A text font will take the words and phrases inputted into a computer and give it a new look. Similarly, they’re used to select different types of audio modulated by midi notes. Think of the MIDI notes as the “letters” and the audio as the “new look”. This file format has a wide range of sonic possibilities. It can be as simple as a new wavetable instrument set or even as complex and in-depth as the vocals for a song.

Some SoundFonts will have a cheesy old school sound that is pretty outdated for modern electronic music. However, there are a few gems in these packs that can really aid in production. For instance, some include full drum kits that are preloaded with tons of drum and percussion samples or even full orchestral SoundFont kits that include high quality, studio recorded samples. Luckily, there are tons of FREE files available on the internet. Once you have downloaded your favorite ones, all you have to do is load the file into a SoundFont player.

Then you’ll be ready to start making a beat or song in minutes. DAWs such as FruityLoops already have a player ready for you to use. Also supports SoundFonts and is a phenomenal plugin overall. Additionally, are also available online! Instead of having to search for all of them on your own time though, we’ve compiled a master list for you. Grab your headphones or power on your monitors, because it’s time to start downloading and creating with this ultimate list of the best free SoundFonts of 2017!

Do you want to learn music production faster than ever? – Synths by FLStudioMusic.com This pack contains 20 different synths for you to use in electro, trance, or any kind of dance music. By FLStudioMusic.com A raw synth collection by FL Studio Music. Some are simple but can be easily manipulated with effects. By Breity’s Free Instruments A small collection of oldschool synths and basses.

By RKHive.com Another raw synth collection for you to add to your toolkit. Awesome for any sub-genre of electronic music. Hip Hop & Trap SoundFonts by FLStudioMusic.com Huge hip hop collection of sounds covering a large palette, from bass to drums, guitars, and many more!

By Johnny Juliano A free drum kit featuring 60 one shot samples and 3 custom instruments (SF2 format). By Compifont 12 cool samples that are great for hard hittin’ hip hop beats. By FLStudioMusic.com This download only includes one lead synth, but it also comes filled with drum hits, effects, and synth sounds in WAV format. Piano & Organ by FLStudioMusic.com A nice collection of free piano sounds in SF2 format. By Merlin Stated as one of the best providers for high quality SoundFonts, Merlin brings a solid collection of Piano samples by Merlin Another great piano collection by Merlin.

Autocad Removal Tool. By Merlin A large piano sample that sounds like a Clavinova. By Merlin A sample of the Steinway Grand D, one of the best grand pianos out there. By RKHive.com 16 piano sounds that range from a grand piano all the way to the iconic Rhodes. By Merlin Why stop at a simple piano sound when you can give your tracks a funky, jazz feel with these organ samples? By RKHive.com RKHive provides you with some high quality organ samples in this free download. By Kaleidonkep99.it A high quality library of a genuine Steinway B-211 Piano from 1960. By John Nebauer Steinway Piano samples provided by University of Iowa.

By Sonimusicae 214 MB of an 18th century French instrument known as the Blanchet. By Sonimusicae Sampled from a 17th century Italian instrument, this harpsichord kit is available in Kontakt and SF2 format. By Sonimusicae Modest bank of a small house organ, 250 pipes, 5 real stops on two manuals (plus a coupled keyboard), built in 1988.

By Sonimusicae 792 Stereo Samples of an amazing concert grand piano. Gain access to thousands of free samples, presets, and more: Guitars, Basses, and Stringed Instruments by Merlin Easily one of the best Guitar collections from Merlin.

By FLStudioMusic.com Solid collection of Guitar samples. By RKHive.com Another great collection of Guitar samples ranging from Funky to Steel-string. By Pettinhouse Guitars An amazing collection of Jazz and Classical guitar with an electronic drum kit.

By Flamestudios Custom acoustic/electric guitar and basses that we recommend using for Funk, House or even Pop style tracks. Christian Collins by RKHive.com 13 basses that should get you covered in all of your low end rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic needs. By Merlin 2 simple Bass fonts, including a Fender Jazz Bass. By Audiowiesel Les Paul style Ukulele samples. By Merlin Comes with 2 Sitar and 1 Koto which are awesome for Trap, Future Bass or Dubstep. Drums & Percussions by FLStudioMusic.com Great Drum and Percussion SoundFont pack filled with samples that are optimal for Rock, Hip Hop and House music. By Merlin Includes Musicbox and Celeste Fonts.

By Merlin Rock and Techno Drum Kits. B y Merlin Timpani, Gong and Taiko Drums that are awesome for accents and as background percussion. By Merlin Made from the Mystified Timpani sample.

This font includes sustains, rolls, and crescendo rolls. By RKHive.com This percussion samples should be a great addition to your toolkit. It includes chimes, marimbas, and all the way to acoustic drums and everything in between. By Precisionsound A high quality library of music box, cathedral chimes, and chime along toy instruments. By Precisionsound Another great quality SoundFont library featuring Christmas style samples. By Precisionsound Precisionsound brings us another great sample pack featuring Tibetan Meditation Bells. Christian Collins This instrument is a complete overhaul of Subaqueous’ original Live drum rack version.

Great for adding some percussive accents! Over 40 drums and percussion kits. Download our best free samplepack ever: Orchestral SoundFonts by Merlin Jam packed full of Classical and Orchestral samples. By Merlin 6 more string instruments created by our favorite SoundFont creator. By Merlin Sweet, full, and expressive orchestral strings. By RKHive.com This simple pack should get you started in any of your string needs. By Merlin A boy choir and a full grand choir.

Excellent for ambient and orchestral music. By RKHive.com You will most likely find a suitable choir sample for any of your needs in this stunning choir mega pack. By Merlin A simple but quality pack to get you started with these powerful wind instruments.

By Merlin The most notable feature in this pack is a nimble clarinet with plenty of sustain. By Merlin This pack includes “Ocarina of Time” as heard in the Zelda video games. By FLStudioMusic.com Over 40 orchestral samples, great for classical or even Hip Hop music. By FLStudioMusic.com This pack comes loaded with trombone, sax, and flute sounds. By RKHive.com 15 orchestral hits useful for multiple styles of music, even for simple audiovisual scores. By RKHive.com A sweet combination of multiple powerful wind instruments, including a flugelhorn. By RKHive.com A very well rounded wind instruments pack.

It surprisingly includes a pagan whistle. Christian Collins SCC Expressive Strings is a virtual string ensemble programmed for maximum expressiveness. To get the most out of this library, it is recommended to have an expression pedal connected to an 88-key MIDI keyboard.

By Marcin Dziembor Custom made SoundFont 2 collection featuring an amazing collection of handpicked samples that are great for orchestral influenced sounds. By Musescore A wide array of orchestral instruments from strings to oboes!

By Musescore Massive orchestral soundfont collection including studio record samples for an authentic sound. By Anthony Deaton 6 free instruments in SF2 and SFZ formats. By Mattias Westlund Nice little collection of old school symphonic sounds. Collections by Soundpacks.com Noted as “the holy grail of SoundFont packs, this collection boasts a massive collection of instruments and sounds. By Merlin An old Merlin GM v32 soundfont bank. By Merlin This pack includes the Piano Merlin, Strings CX, and Percussion EMU with low polyphony load and good quality.

By Merlin Piano WST, Strings SP3, Percussion EMU with a very natural sound in all areas while being well balanced. By Merlin Another old Merlin Silver GM bank. By Merlin 4M GM bank designed for Creative Labs cards. By Hammersound.net Includes a wide array of various instruments from drum kits to Star Trek effects.

By RKHive.com Silly synths, heavy drums, and even a trumpet are included in this bank. By RKHive.com A big collection of drums, trumpets, and synthesizer sounds.

Christian Collins This kit includes the sounds from “Boy Band” featured in an underground PC game “Undertale”. Huge set of free sounds featuring instruments from styles ranging from Pop to Classical.

Great SoundKit collection full of samples ranging from 808 kicks to ethnic influenced instruments. Great list of over 50 kits that include Orchestral, Hip Hop and even Mario sound effects. This collection is packed with a great diversity of instruments, ranging from pianos to sitars. 32 free SoundFont kits that range from electric piano to FX noises.

By Don Allen A very unique bank by Don Allen that features over 259 instruments and sound effects. 22 free ensembles ranging from real acoustic drums to Rhodes’ keyboards. A small pack of sounds from George’s personal collection. A fairly vast and diverse collection of files.

By PipeLoops This pack uses samples from a real steam calliope, one sample per note. It also includes sample sets for the Hauptwerk virtual organ. Christian Collins GeneralUser GS is a GM and GS compatible SoundFont bank for composing, playing MIDI files, and retro gaming. Video Games by Fluidvolt’s Plenty of awesome and hilarious files from you favorite old school Nintendo games. From Yoshi’s Island to Mother 3 there’s plenty of sounds in this pack to weave your favorite retro video games throughout your songs.

By Woolyss Another great collection of nostalgic video game samples. By FLStudioMusic.com Great for ambient noise and tasteful sounds in any song! By RKHive.com Multiple sound effects that might even be useful for contemporary songs if processed properly. Scores by Merlin A bright and quite present piano, yet soothing just the same. By Merlin A soundfont made from samples of this unusual instrument. By Merlin A go to violin that can do it all.

By Merlin High quality piano SoundFont score. By Merlin Amazing Orchestra Score by the ever popular Merlin. By Merlin Another high quality piano SoundFont Score. By Merlin A realistic string quartet and a timpani. By Merlin A soundfont created by sampling a Bosendorfer Piano.

Download thousands of free synth presets, samples, and more – Conclusion SoundFonts are a great way to add diversity to your music production. With free plugins such as EFM SF Synth 2 or Fruity Loops’ very own in house SoundFont sampler, it’s possible to reproduce many sounds ranging from an orchestra to your favorite old school video game.

If you’re feeling in a creative rut, download a couple of these packs and see what kind of cool new ideas you can come up with! Being able to be creative with any and all resources available to you is an essential part of music production. Remember to take precautions whenever downloading content from the internet, and download at your own risk! Leave us a comment and let us know which of these kits are your favorite!