UVI Soundbanks is a catalog of soundbanks and instruments for music production, spanning orchestral collections, individual instruments, sound effects, vintage synths, and Falcon Expansions. Its Soundware category page lists 82 products, with 2,300,000 samples, vocal content, and unlimited downloads. Soundware can be read with Falcon or the free UVI Workstation, which includes the complimentary UVI Starter soundpack. Workstation has preset tagging, search, favorites, audio previews, layering, effects, and an arpeggiator. Supported formats include Audio Unit, AAX, VST, VST3, and Standalone. UVI lists compatibility with macOS 10.14 through macOS 26 and 64-bit Windows 10 through Windows 11, and names Ableton Live, Bitwig, Cubase, Digital Performer, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Reaper, and other DAWs as certified. Product registration and activation require a free iLok account and an internet connection; products can be used offline after activation, and a dongle is not required. UVI Portal automates downloads and installation, then checks soundware integrity at first launch and after updates or new installations. Files can be kept on internal or external drives, and multiple soundware locations can be set. UVI is headquartered in Paris, France.
Who it is for
UVI Soundbanks suits music producers looking for instrument collections, orchestral sounds, effects, or vintage synth sounds to use with Falcon or the free UVI Workstation. Its listed operating system and DAW compatibility can help buyers check whether the setup fits their production system.
What is good
- Catalog includes orchestral collections, instruments, effects, and vintage synths.
- Free UVI Workstation includes the UVI Starter soundpack.
- Supports AU, AAX, VST, VST3, and Standalone formats.
- Products can be used offline after activation.
- Soundware can be stored across internal or external drives.
What to know first
- Activation requires a free iLok account and an internet connection.
- Listed system support is macOS and 64-bit Windows.
Verdict
Choose UVI Soundbanks if its range of soundware fits your music production needs and you can use Falcon or UVI Workstation. Check the listed operating system and format support, and account for the iLok and internet requirements during activation.
Get started with UVI Soundbanks
- Check that your system is within the listed macOS or Windows support range.
- Choose soundware from UVI.
- Create or use a free iLok account and connect to the internet for registration and activation.
- Install UVI Portal for automated download and installation.
- Open the soundware in Falcon or the free UVI Workstation.
Questions about UVI Soundbanks
How much does UVI Soundbanks cost?
The pricing note says From $24/mo. Listed one-time plans include Emulation II+ at 149.00 EUR per once, Orchestral Suite 2 at 199.00 EUR per once, World Suite 3 at 299.00 EUR per once, and Vintage Vault 5 at 499.00 EUR per once.
Is there a free option?
Yes. UVI Workstation is free and includes the complimentary UVI Starter soundpack.
Which operating systems and formats does it support?
UVI lists macOS 10.14 through macOS 26 and 64-bit Windows 10 through Windows 11. Supported formats include Audio Unit, AAX, VST, VST3, and Standalone.
Can I use soundware offline?
Products can be used offline after registration and activation. Activation requires a free iLok account and an internet connection; a dongle is not required.
What can I use to play the soundware?
Soundware can be read with Falcon or the free UVI Workstation. Workstation includes preset tagging, search, favorites, audio previews, layering, effects, and an arpeggiator.
Where is UVI based?
UVI lists its headquarters in Paris, France.
UVI Soundbanks plans and pricing
All plansCompared on music sample libraries
- Free plan
- No
- Paid from
- $24/mo
- Included content
- instruments, effects, soundware, sound effects, orchestral collections, premium single instruments, vintage synths and Falcon Expansions
- Sample count
- 2,300,000 samples
- Download model
- unlimited
- Vocal content
- Yes
- Sample formats
- UFS, AIFF, FLAC, MP3, MP4, REX1, REX2, SDII, WAV, WAV64, SND, CAF
