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Heavyocity vs ProjectSAM
Both stand on music sample libraries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Heavyocity offers cinematic instruments, samples, and effects with free Foundations content and product trials. Its catalog spans major plug-in formats, while pricing varies by item and some products do not list a price.
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ProjectSAM focuses on cinematic orchestral libraries, with a free collection and several paid examples. Consider the listed download sizes and the one-user, three-system license limit when choosing a library.
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| Heavyocity | ProjectSAM | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | PUNISH Lite: $49, paid once | Colours: Animator: $119, paid once |
| Plans published | 3 | 12 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | heavyocity.com | projectsam.com |
| On music sample libraries | #11 of 31 | #15 of 31 |
Heavyocity: what it does well
- Free Foundations instruments are available
- Convergence includes over 480 presets
- VAST supports VST3, AU, and AAX
- Staccato Strings is NKS-ready
- Portal provides downloads and updates
What to know first
- VAST trial demos time out after 15 minutes
- PUNISH Lite costs 49.00 USD once
- Portal requires macOS 10.14+ or Windows 10+
ProjectSAM: what it does well
- Free Orchestra includes 14 instruments and 1.8 GB.
- Most titles work in the free Kontakt Player.
- Adaptive Sync matches sampled effects to project tempo.
- Paid library license allows up to three systems per user.
- Supports macOS and Windows.
What to know first
- Downloadable libraries can range from 1 GB to 50 GB.
- Paid licenses are limited to one user.
- No phone support is offered.
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