Krotos is based in Edinburgh, Scotland and creates unique audio software products for AAA game studios, film studios, and top-notch post-production companies worldwide. Their first product, Dehumaniser Pro, was launched November 2013 to rave reviews and since, the company has quickly grown in size whilst releasing numerous exciting products. As the brainchild of sound designer Orfeas Boteas, Krotos is always looking for ways to improve the post-production process while simultaneously making it fun for sound engineers.
We’re excited to offer you the chance to win $1,000 worth of Krotos sound effects libraries – a massive boost for your next project. Pick anything from Foley to footsteps, impacts to cinematic whooshes – the choice is yours. See what you could choose from here.
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Read MoreKrotos Studio is full of sound effect presets, and there are currently over 300 presets included.
The factory library gets you started with over 10GB of sound effects. On top of this, we add a new content pack every month, so your collection will continue to grow for as long as you are subscribed.
What’s more, you can import other peoples presets that have been shared online with ease. And if you are a Krotos Studio Pro user, you can even import your own sound effect files and create presets from them.
Once created, you can export them out and share with other Krotos Studio users around the world. Check out the Preset Export feature in the video below:
Explore the presetsOn the Krotos Studio page, we have built a Preset Explorer, which you can browse through and listen to demo’s of what the sounds can do.
It’s broken into categories and each preset has it’s own video, making it easy to navigate and hear what Krotos Studio can do, before you subscribe.
Check out the playlist of demos below:
Explore Krotos Studio with a 7-Day Free TrialStart your journey today and explore the potential of Krotos Studio with a free trial. Discover how easy and enjoyable sound design can be.
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Read MoreKrotos Studio: Transforming Sound Design for Creatives
Krotos Studio is a powerful, intuitive platform designed to revolutionize the way creatives approach sound design. Aimed at content creators, video editors, and professional sound designers, Krotos Studio simplifies the traditionally complex process of creating sound effects, making it accessible to anyone, regardless of their expertise level.
What Sets Krotos Studio Apart?Krotos Studio’s standout feature is its ability to bring Hollywood-quality sound effects to any project in a matter of seconds. With its simple interface, users can explore a wide range of sound effects categories, from cinematic sound effects to Foley sounds…all removing the barrier of experience and proficiency in audio production.
Krotos Studio uses X-Y pads for real-time manipulation of sound effects. You control your sounds by simply dragging across the screen. The performative approach allows for fast synchronisation to footage, offering users control over pitch, power, intensity and more.
There are over 300 ready-to-go sound effect presets in the library. These cover: Ambiences and background sound effects
…and so much more.
Find and tweak the perfect sound for your projects, or import your own sounds and perform them in real time, for even greater customization.
Get a taste of some of the Krotos Studio Presets in this YouTube playlist Rapid Sound Design layers with Drag and DropTraditional sound design can be a tedious process—requiring hours spent searching through vast sound libraries, auditioning countless files, and layering multiple sounds to create the desired effect.
Krotos Studio eliminates these challenges by offering an immediate, drag-and-drop workflow. Users can experiment with presets, perform sounds in real time, and instantly export high-quality WAV files directly to their preferred editing software or folder by dragging the sounds out of Krotos Studio, and directly onto their timelines.
This seamless experience not only speeds up production but also enhances creative freedom, allowing users to focus on their vision rather than technical hurdles.
Moreover, Krotos Studio records all sounds you create from start to finish, ensuring users capture the perfect take every time. If the sound doesn’t meet expectations, users can easily re-perform it until they achieve the desired length, emotion, and nuance.
Unmatched Flexibility and ControlKrotos Studio is designed to cater to a wide range of users, from those just starting in sound design to seasoned professionals. Krotos Studio Subscribers enjoy unlimited access to all presets, while Krotos Studio PRO users have the ability to import their own sounds. Regardless of which subscription you need, you will have the freedom of creating infinite variations on your sound effects, making it an ideal choice for professionals looking to enhance their sound libraries continuously.
Krotos Studio: A Game-Changer for Sound DesignersKrotos Studio has been praised as a “game-changer” by its users, who appreciate its unique combination of ease of use, quality output, and innovative approach. Its intuitive interface, high-quality results, and real-time manipulation capabilities make it a go-to tool for crafting soundscapes, designing foley effects, and producing dynamic audio content.
One of the platform’s most celebrated features is the Preset Export function. This feature allows for seamless sharing of sound presets, making collaboration with team members or across multiple workstations straightforward. Users can package all necessary sound assets and settings into a single file, which can be easily imported by others, even if they only have the standard version of Krotos Studio.
Transforming Your WorkflowBy providing a performative approach to sound design, Krotos Studio not only accelerates the creative process but also fosters experimentation and innovation. Whether crafting ambiences, designing weapon sounds, or adding cinematic effects, users can now create professional-grade audio content without spending hours sifting through libraries or mastering complex software.
Krotos Studio’s versatility extends beyond its sound categories. The software’s real-time manipulation capabilities allow users to perform sound effects as if they were playing a musical instrument. This unique aspect makes it easier to tailor sounds to specific creative requirements, ensuring every project benefits from a personalized, high-quality soundscape.
Empowering Creatives with Tools for SuccessKrotos Studio is more than just a sound design tool—it’s a creative companion that empowers users to produce their best work. With features like dynamic preset creation, sound manipulation in real time, and a library packed with versatile effects, it provides all the tools necessary for success in sound design.
Whether you’re a filmmaker looking to enhance the emotional impact of your scenes, a game developer aiming for immersive audio experiences, or a podcaster needing crisp, professional sound effects, Krotos Studio offers the perfect solution.
Explore Krotos Studio with a 7-Day Free TrialStart your journey today and explore the potential of Krotos Studio with a free trial. Discover how easy and enjoyable sound design can be.
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Read MoreSo here’s the deal, someone discovered a loophole in our End of Summer Sale… and you’re going to want in on this.
You already know our Sound Design Bundle 2 is currently 70% off – down from $1,999 to $599. Well, you can actually get everything in Sound Design Bundle 2 for just $499.
How? By using this hack:That brings your total to $499 instead of $599 – saving you an extra $100.
Buy Now The Sound Design Bundle combines three of our flagship products together into one essential sound design package at... €991.27 Buy Now Driven Creativity In Sound Igniter Full Tank combines the Igniter plugin with an unparalleled 65GB vehicle sound library... €991.27 Act fast, before the boss finds outTake advantage now before these deals are gone. So, act now, combine both products, and save an extra $100 to supercharge your sound design workflow.
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Read MoreWith a Krotos Studio Pro subscription, you gain access to the edit mode, enabling the creation and detailed customization of presets. This guide will explore the core engine area, performance area, and assignment area.
Core Engine AreaThe core engine area is the hub for importing sound files, featuring four tabs, each supporting up to four core engines. this equates to 4,000 sound files able to be added to one preset. You can add engines by clicking the ‘+ Add Engine’ button and choosing between Granular, Reformer AI, or Sampler engines. Up to 16 engines can be combined within a preset.
Sounds can be added directly from your library, with options to mute, solo, or remove samples. Control the level, pan, pitch, looping, volume normalization, autoplay, release trigger, and playback modes (Random and Round Robin) for each engine.
Performance AreaThe performance area mirrors the perform view with added features. The ‘note trigger’ checkbox allows sound generation via the XY pad. Labels can be renamed, and a variety of performing templates are available to suit different use cases.
Assignment AreaAssign parameters by dragging them onto the performance area’s drop zones, which turn green when hovered over. Multiple parameters can be mapped to a single component, and their modulation depth adjusted via sliders. Remove assignments by clicking the X next to the slider.
Saving and Loading PresetsSave your customized presets by selecting ‘save preset as’ from the burger menu, naming, and storing them in your library. Load presets via the ‘load user preset’ option.
Krotos Studio Pro empowers you to add your sounds, create new presets, and customize existing ones. Dive into our library or start building your own presets today.
Explore the full capabilities of Krotos Studio Pro and elevate your sound design to new heights. Happy creating!
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Read MoreThis engaging tutorial highlights how Krotos Studio, Weaponiser, Reformer Pro, and Simple Monsters can be seamlessly integrated into your sound design workflow, demonstrating their potential through a concise, practical application on an action sequence.
Perfect for sound designers aiming to explore new tools and techniques, this video is a must-watch for those eager to enhance their sound design projects. Discover the ease and impact of Krotos plugins in your work by watching the video above.
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Read MoreNew Jersey, USA, March 5, 2024 —
For 24 years, Emmy Award-winning sound designer and editor James David Redding III has contributed to the post-production of Hollywood’s most acclaimed projects, such as The Americans, American Rust, and Amazon’s Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving industry, Redding relies on Krotos’ innovative tools—Reformer Pro, Weaponiser, Igniter, and Krotos Studio—to enhance his workflow. These tools not only streamline his process but also enable deeper customization and creative sound design, allowing him to meet the demanding standards of today’s entertainment landscape and advance the art of sound.
Efficient SoundscapingIn a typical TV project, James David Redding III is allotted 7-10 days to craft the sound for an episode, a timeline within which he has found Krotos to be indispensable.
“My approach to sound is akin to Bob Ross painting,” James explains. “I start with broad strokes, laying down the background, and then focus on the details. Depending on the budget and time constraints, I refine it further, adding those ‘happy little trees.'” Krotos Studio, in particular, empowers him to swiftly introduce unique atmospheres and background ambiences, freeing up time to infuse more creative elements, such as the nuanced sounds of a distant ping pong match.
For example, in Mr. & Mrs. Smith, where dialogue scenes can stretch up to eight minutes—far exceeding the typical 2-3 minute sound files—he leverages Krotos Studio’s capabilities to reimagine a 2-minute NYC recording.
“By applying granular synthesis, I can reorder the sounds, creating a unique, customizable background efficiently”. – James David Redding III
This innovative use of Krotos not only accelerates his workflow but also elevates the auditory experience, making his soundscapes as vivid and detailed as the visuals they accompany.
Performance and RealismKrotos tools shine in their ability to bring a convincing sense of realism to any scene, simplifying what was once a complex process. For instance, accurately capturing the multifaceted sounds of water—a task notorious for its difficulty due to the need to match the varied movements and sounds—has been streamlined by James’s innovative use of Krotos.
“[With Krotos] What used to take a whole day to perfect can now be accomplished in minutes”. – James David Redding III
His technique involves loading custom water sounds into Reformer Pro and using his voice to perform the movements, a method that proves invaluable for scenes requiring precise sound matching to specific actions.
James further illustrates this approach’s effectiveness with an example from a documentary set in an African market.
“The scene involved people handling clothes, which have a distinct sound based on their movement. By loading cloth sounds from my library into Reformer Pro, I was able to accurately perform these sounds with my voice.” This capability of Krotos tools to capture the essence of real-life sounds with such ease and precision underscores their transformative impact on sound design, allowing James and others in his field to achieve an unparalleled level of realism in their work.
MIDI Integration Creative Sound PerformanceThe MIDI compatibility of Krotos tools unlocks a new realm of sound design possibilities, enabling sound actions within the plugins to be mapped and performed on MIDI keyboards and controllers.
This feature proved invaluable in The Patient, starring Steve Carell, particularly during a scene that required the sound of digging. James ingeniously utilized Weaponiser, Krotos’s specialized SFX engine designed for gun sounds, to recreate the digging actions with remarkable realism.
“Weaponiser is equipped with four engines, each capable of holding four sound slots, which I can map to different keys on a MIDI keyboard for individual triggering. For the digging scene, I loaded shovel sounds into one engine, various slides into another, and different throws into a third. This setup allowed me to accurately perform the sounds using just three keys, bringing the scene to life with precise auditory detail.”
This innovative use of MIDI integration not only showcases James’s creative approach to sound design but also demonstrates the versatility of Krotos tools in transforming traditional workflows into dynamic, performance-based sound creation processes.
In Redding’s home studio, located just 20 minutes outside of NYC, he is utilizing a 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos monitor setup. He accredits Krotos for its efficiency and ability for detail which results in giving him back the creative time to focus on placing sounds in Atmos.
“Using Krotos for projects like Mr. and Mrs. Smith, I can speed up production, especially for complex scenes like gunfights. Weaponiser lets me map gunshots and impacts separately, allowing for detailed sound layering. Its modulation capabilities mean I can cycle through sounds, subtly altering pitches for variety. Now, I have the time to play with other aspects of the production like placing the sounds in Atmos.”
About KrotosFounded with the vision of demystifying sound design, Krotos develops software that empowers artists to create immersive audio experiences. Our products are used by leading studios and creators worldwide, pushing the boundaries of audio innovation.
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Read MoreSpring is finally in the air! At Krotos, we’re celebrating, longer days, lighter evenings and warmer weather with deals so good they’ll make your petals bloom.
From March 14th until April 14th, we’re offering discounts that will help your creativity to blossom. Whether you’re a seasoned sound designer or just starting to sprout your audio wings. Spring is the perfect opportunity to cultivate your sound design toolkit.
Star of the Sale: 80% Off Sound Design Bundle 2A treasure trove of creativity, with an astounding 80% off! Sound Design Bundle 2 is our best value and most versatile software bundle, designed to cater to all your sound design needs with Weaponiser, Reformer Pro, Igniter and Dehumaniser 2 plugins.
More Blooming Good Deals: Up to 70% Off BundlesAn enormous saving is also available on our other bundles, too. Sound Design Bundle features our essential plugins (Weaponiser, Igniter, Dehumaniser 2) Whilst Krotos Everything Bundle 4, provides all of our plugins and an enormous selection of libraries, and both of these are available with 70% off.
Plus, Ultimate Bundle 4, our biggest and most complete collection, is 50% off. This is the ultimate Krotos experience, featuring every plugin, and sound effect library. It is everything you could possibly need for professional grade sound effect design, in one comprehensive bundle!
Learn more about our bundles here!
60% Off Individual PluginsIf you are simply looking for one plugin to get your creativity flowing, We are also offering 60% off individual plugins, including Dehumaniser 2, Reformer Pro, Weaponiser, Igniter, and Concept 2
40% Off A Krotos Studio Annual SubscriptionAccess a year of our exciting and innovative sound design platform Krotos Studio, with 40% off! With new presets and features being added every month, you will have a suite of fresh, exciting and customisable sounds to cover your audio needs for every season.
Krotos Studio is growing faster than the flowers this spring, so there’s no better time to subscribe.
50% off Third-Party Sound Effect Libraries & CollectionsIf you are looking to freshen up your sound effects collection this spring, we have this covered too, with up to 50% off any of our Third Party sound effect libraries, including SoundMorph, Mattia Cellotto, Penguin Grenade and more! And if that’s not enough, we’re offering 60% percent off the libraries we craft in house, exclusively by Krotos.
Our Spring Sale isn’t just about great discounts; it’s about growing your skills, expanding your creative horizons, and joining a community of sound designers who are as passionate about audio as you are. Krotos, helps to support your creative journey, and bring your audio visions to life. Don’t let these deals wilt away! grab them before April 14th and let your sound design skills blossom.
Stay sounding awesome,
The Krotos Team
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Read MoreIn this exclusive series, James takes on the challenge of designing sound effects for an entire sci-fi scene using nothing but Krotos plugins and libraries.
Final Sound Design > Watch The Intro Now
Concept 2 > Crafting Sci-Fi Spaceship Engines Sounds
Concept 2 > "Ripping Through a Wormhole” Sound Effect
Igniter > Hyperspace Travel Sound Effects
Igniter > Spaceship Landing Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Astronaut Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Creating a Heart Rate Monitor Sound Effect
Weaponiser > Spaceship Wings and Sonic Boom Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Foley Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Footstep Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Spaceship Texture Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Astronaut Breathing Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Ambience Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Travel Momentum Sound Effects
Space Ambiences With Krotos StudioStep into the world of effortless sound design with Krotos Studio, as demonstrated by James David Redding III in his latest space sci-fi sound design video. Krotos Studio simplifies your creative process, eliminating the need to navigate complex interfaces or wade through extensive sound libraries.
In this video, explore how easily you can craft immersive space ambiences, selecting and performing sound effects with intuitive ease, and then seamlessly integrating them into your timeline. Say goodbye to endless sound searching and dive straight into crafting the perfect space ambience, all within moments
Sci-Fi Sound Design Series EpisodesIn this exclusive series, James takes on the challenge of designing sound effects for an entire sci-fi scene using nothing but Krotos plugins and libraries.
Final Sound Design > Watch The Intro Now
Concept 2 > Crafting Sci-Fi Spaceship Engines Sounds
Concept 2 > "Ripping Through a Wormhole” Sound Effect
Igniter > Hyperspace Travel Sound Effects
Igniter > Spaceship Landing Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Astronaut Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Creating a Heart Rate Monitor Sound Effect
Weaponiser > Spaceship Wings and Sonic Boom Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Foley Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Footstep Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Spaceship Texture Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Astronaut Breathing Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Ambience Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Travel Momentum Sound Effects
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Read MoreIn this exclusive series, James takes on the challenge of designing sound effects for an entire sci-fi scene using nothing but Krotos plugins and libraries.
Final Sound Design > Watch The Intro Now
Concept 2 > Crafting Sci-Fi Spaceship Engines Sounds
Concept 2 > "Ripping Through a Wormhole” Sound Effect
Igniter > Hyperspace Travel Sound Effects
Igniter > Spaceship Landing Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Astronaut Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Creating a Heart Rate Monitor Sound Effect
Weaponiser > Spaceship Wings and Sonic Boom Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Foley Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Footstep Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Spaceship Texture Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Astronaut Breathing Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Ambience Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Travel Momentum Sound Effects
Space Travel Momentum Sound Effects With Krotos StudioDive straight into creativity with Krotos Studio, a versatile tool that transforms sound effect creation into an intuitive and imaginative experience. In these sci-fi sound design videos, James David Redding III explores the expansive possibilities of Krotos Studio, with a focus on presets from the cinematic category. Watch as he employs these effects to enrich the texture of wormhole sound effects, demonstrating how Krotos Studio can elevate even the most complex soundscapes with ease and ingenuity.
Sci-Fi Sound Design Series EpisodesIn this exclusive series, James takes on the challenge of designing sound effects for an entire sci-fi scene using nothing but Krotos plugins and libraries.
Final Sound Design > Watch The Intro Now
Concept 2 > Crafting Sci-Fi Spaceship Engines Sounds
Concept 2 > "Ripping Through a Wormhole” Sound Effect
Igniter > Hyperspace Travel Sound Effects
Igniter > Spaceship Landing Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Astronaut Sound Effects
Weaponiser > Creating a Heart Rate Monitor Sound Effect
Weaponiser > Spaceship Wings and Sonic Boom Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Foley Sound Effects
Reformer Pro > Astronaut Footstep Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Spaceship Texture Sound Effects
Dehumaniser 2 > Astronaut Breathing Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Ambience Sound Effects
Krotos Studio > Space Travel Momentum Sound Effects
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