About Sounds of Revolution (SOR)

Oliver Schmitt is an award-winning sound designer based in Germany and the creative force behind Sounds of Revolution (SOR) for over three decades.

He has made significant contributions to the industry, particularly in sample libraries, synthesizer patches, and his numerous collaborations (e.g., the Bass Drum synthesizer D16 PunchBOX).

With a trained ear for sound detail and a deep understanding of the nuances of electronic music, he has created an impressive array of samples and synth patches that have become essential tools for producers and musicians worldwide.

Whether it’s detailed drum loops, dynamic synth textures, hypnotic melodies, unique field recordings, or complex sound effects – his work reflects the pursuit of sonic perfection.

He uses top-shelf (analog) gear and the best plugins to produce creative samples with skilled attention to detail Sounds of Revolution is best known for.

His products have also critically acclaimed press reviews, from both national and international music magazines, blogs, and communities. Many awesome artist reviews by top international DJs, producers, and composers are worth mentioning. Find out what the “heavyweights of the music industry” say about his work.

In addition, he offers personal production advice and discusses his favorite plugins on his well-known blog.

The sounds of SOR are distributed all over the world by the most renowned companies. If you are into Techno, Minimal, Melodic House/Techno, Deep/Tech House, or Dub Techno you should keep his work on your radar.

In the summer of 2011, Sounds of Revolution and CFA-Sound launched the new sound label, shop, and distribution platform Resonance Sound. They combined their expertise to produce the latest sample packs and sounds. After taking that action, Resonance Sound became the exclusive distributor of their own sound labels. Furthermore, in 2014, they collaborated with the D16 Group to create the highly acclaimed bass drum synthesizer known as “PunchBOX”.

PunchBOX is a virtual instrument that combines everything you need for assertive kicks: A virtual analog drum engine, three sample slots for layering, as well as bitcrusher, distortion, filter, and equalizer to prepare the kicks perfectly for the mix

Oliver Schmitt is also highly valued for his collaborations with Steinberg, Arturia, reFX, Xfer Records, Twisted Tools, Magix, Yum Audio, and D16 Group – to name just a few.

Although some of his sound design work is protected by NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement), you can be sure to find unique samples made by Sounds of Revolution in many popular instruments and DAWs. So take a look, have a listen – get infected, feel inspired – Sounds of Revolution is on the horizon!

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