How to Build Real-Time Horror Soundscapes for Halloween
Want to send shivers down your trick-or-treaters' spines? There is an app for that. Sound effects are normally not a subject that's on everyone's mind, even though we're constantly surrounded by the effects sound designers put into movies, TV shows, and video games. And they're hugely important - just turn the volume down during an action scene... yep, you get it. So, Halloween is really a holiday where sound effects can enter the main stage, or rather, everyone's front porch. Want to impress your neighbors with an immersive experience this year? Well, don't let scary costumes suffice, or the blow-up Frankenstein in your front yard. Nothing will instill more fear in unsuspecting trick-or-treaters than some horrific sound effects! I spoke with the guys at Pro Sound Effects (guess what they're doing? You got it - they're the leading sound effects makers & curators), and they came up with a new app for this October 31: Halloween Haunted House puts the power of DIY sonic terror at your fingertips. You can tap, swipe and shake to mix your choice of Halloween-themed songs with a huge selection of spine-chilling sound effects and ambiences for a fully customizable holiday experience. Here is how you strike terror to into the hearts of your visitors: Browse the Music Player and choose from a wide variety of disturbing and festive music tracks to lay the foundation of your soundscape. These include reimagined Halloween classics like "Nightmare on Elm Street" and a heavy metal "Monster Mash", as well as eerie original compositions like "Night of Terror" and "Howling Souls". Then, head over to the Sound FX Player to layer on as many sound effects as your wicked heart desires! Trigger, loop, and mix sounds ranging from bloodcurdling to silly in categories like Cat Meows, Goblins, Monster Growls, Organ Slides, Screams, Thunderstorms, Witch Cackles, Zombie Bats & more! Shake your phone to make it stop. It's a great app and it's free - Happy Halloween! Download Halloween Haunted House from the App Store for Free or at Google Play
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