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General Questions
What is Sample Vault?
Sample Vault is a modern sample browser enhanced with advanced AI capabilities. It helps you organize, find, and manage your audio samples more efficiently. With intelligent tagging, natural language search, and creative suggestions, Sample Vault makes your production process faster, easier, and more enjoyable by helping you find the perfect sounds when inspiration strikes.
Who built Sample Vault?
Sample Vault is built by an independent producer who understands studio workflow challenges. Every click, every feature has been obsessed over by someone who knows that when inspiration strikes, your tools need to get out of the way.
Sample Vault is available for:
- Windows
- Mac (Apple Silicon)
- Mac (Intel)
Does Sample Vault work offline?
Currently, Sample Vault requires an internet connection to access its full functionality, including AI features and cloud storage. However, we understand the importance of offline access for many producers, especially when working in studios with limited connectivity. Based on user feedback, we’re exploring the possibility of implementing a partial offline mode in future updates that would allow access to locally stored samples.
AI Features
Does Sample Vault generate sounds using AI?
No, Sample Vault doesn’t generate new sounds. Instead, it uses AI to help you discover and organize your existing sample library. The AI analyzes your samples and suggests relevant ones based on your search criteria, making it easier to find exactly what you’re looking for without having to dig through countless folders.
How do AI suggestions work?
Sample Vault’s AI learns from your search history and interactions with the app to provide personalized sample suggestions. For example, if you’ve been browsing through drum kicks, the AI will suggest specific kicks that might fit your needs. In other scenarios, it might recommend complementary samples that would work well together or inspirational sounds to spark creativity. The more you use Sample Vault, the better it gets at understanding your preferences and workflow.
Does the AI assistant understand the contents of my samples?
The AI assistant’s understanding of your samples is based on metadata, filenames, and audio characteristics extracted during processing. While it can identify patterns and features in the audio, it doesn’t have perfect knowledge of exactly what’s in each sample. It makes educated guesses based on the available data. This approach works well for most common sample types, but may occasionally misinterpret unique or unusual sounds. We’re continuously improving our audio analysis algorithms to enhance the AI’s understanding of sample content.
Does the Sample Vault assistant understand music production techniques?
Currently, the Sample Vault assistant has limited knowledge about music production beyond what’s in its underlying model. While it can help you find samples and organize your library, it’s not yet specialized in providing detailed production advice. Always trust your ears and experience when making creative decisions. We’re working on enhancing the assistant’s music production knowledge in future updates to make it an even more valuable tool for your workflow.
How does the AI analyze my samples?
Sample Vault’s AI scans your entire collection, automatically identifying:
- BPM (beats per minute)
- Musical key
- Genre
- Mood
- Instrument type
- Sonic characteristics (like ‘bright transient’ or ‘gritty bass’)
- And much more
It’s like having a personal librarian who speaks producer.
Collections and Organization
What are collections in Sample Vault?
Collections are custom groupings of samples that help you organize sounds by project, mood, or any category you choose. When you use AI to generate a collection, Sample Vault intelligently finds samples that match your prompt and groups them together. This makes it easy to create themed sets of sounds for specific projects or to gather inspiration for new ideas.
How does the AI Assistant work for finding samples?
The AI Assistant understands natural language queries. Need ‘a short, punchy techno kick with a bit of saturation’? Or ‘an ethereal pad similar to [Artist Name/Track]’? Sample Vault’s AI Assistant understands natural language and digs up exactly what you need, or options you never knew you had.
Can I organize samples manually?
Yes! Sample Vault imports your existing sample folders and creates a searchable database of all your audio. You can still organize samples manually while benefiting from AI-powered tagging and organization features. Every sample is just a search away, no more digging through endless folders.
How do I organize my samples better for the AI?
The AI understands context from:
- Folder names: “808s,” “Dark Synths,” “Vocal Chops”
- File names: “acidbass_125bpm,” “kick_hard,” “pad_ambient”
- Directory structure: Organizing by genre, instrument, or energy level
- Your AI instructions: Explaining your library organization helps the AI navigate it
You don’t need to reorganize existing libraries - just help the AI understand your system through clear naming and good AI instructions.
Storage and Cloud Features
How does cloud storage work?
Sample Vault uploads and syncs your library to the cloud, ensuring your perfectly organized sonic toolkit is always with you. Whether you’re producing on your laptop, studio desktop, or at a friend’s place, your samples are accessible across all your devices.
What happens to my samples after downgrading my plan?
If you downgrade your plan, your samples will be securely stored on our servers for 30 days. During this period, you can upgrade again to regain access or download your samples. After 30 days, samples exceeding your new plan’s storage limit will be deleted. We recommend downloading any important samples before downgrading or ensuring your new plan has sufficient storage for your needs.
Pricing and Plans
Why is there a paid plan?
The paid plan helps us cover the significant costs associated with AI processing, cloud storage, and ongoing development. Running advanced AI models and storing large audio files securely requires substantial resources. Your subscription enables us to maintain high-quality service, develop new features, and ensure Sample Vault continues to evolve with your needs. We’re committed to providing value that exceeds the subscription cost by saving you time and enhancing your creative process.
What’s included in the Free Plan?
The Free Plan includes:
- Full library browse & AI organization
- 100 daily AI credits
- Fast Mode for AI assistant (optimized for quick searches and rapid responses)
- 1 GB cloud storage
- 1 project
- Experience of all core features
- No credit card required
What’s included in the Explorer Plan?
The Explorer Plan ($9/month) includes:
- 10,000 monthly AI credits
- Smart Mode & Fast Mode for AI assistant
- Advanced AI sample analysis
- 50GB cloud storage
- Unlimited projects
- Priority support
- Early access to new features
What’s included in the Studio Pro Plan?
The Studio Pro Plan ($29/month) includes:
- 50,000 monthly AI credits
- Smart Mode & Fast Mode for AI assistant
- Advanced AI sample analysis
- 200GB cloud storage
- Unlimited projects
- Priority support
- Early access to new features
Will there be a paid plan without AI features?
We’re considering offering a plan focused on storage and basic organization without the advanced AI features. This would provide a more affordable option for users who primarily need a reliable sample management system. We’re currently gathering feedback to determine the demand for such a plan and what features it should include. If you’re interested in this option, please let us know through our feedback channels.
Technical Questions
Sample Vault supports all common audio formats used in music production. The specific formats supported include most standard sample formats that producers typically use.
How long does it take to analyze my sample library?
The time to analyze your library depends on the size of your collection and the complexity of your samples. The AI processes samples in the background, so you can continue using the application while analysis is running.
Can I import my existing sample library organization?
Yes! Sample Vault can import your existing sample folders and preserve your current organization while adding AI-powered enhancements on top. You don’t need to start from scratch.
How secure is my sample data?
Your samples are securely stored and processed. We take data security seriously and use industry-standard practices to protect your content.
Workflow Integration
Does Sample Vault integrate with my DAW?
Sample Vault is designed to complement your existing workflow. While specific DAW integrations may be added in the future, the current version works alongside any DAW by providing better sample discovery and organization.
Can I preview samples before using them?
Yes, Sample Vault includes audio preview functionality so you can audition samples before deciding to use them in your projects.
How does Sample Vault help with creative blocks?
Sample Vault addresses common creative challenges by:
- Providing constant inspiration through AI suggestions
- Helping you discover overlooked samples in your own library
- Reducing time spent searching for sounds
- Making sample discovery feel fun rather than frustrating
- Unlocking hidden gems you forgot you had
