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Samplephonics vs Samples From Mars

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.

Samplephonics

Free plan Web

Samplephonics combines downloadable production tools and sound content with free and paid access options. Review the licensing and refund terms before purchasing.

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Samples From Mars offers per-item libraries in formats spanning common DAWs and samplers, with one free plan and paid options. Check the license distinctions before using sounds beyond commercially released musical compositions.

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The facts

	Samplephonics	Samples From Mars
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Mac, Windows
Lowest paid plan	Noiiz Unlimited: $99 a year	Cassette Drums From Mars: $29, paid once
Plans published	2	3
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	samplephonics.com	samplesfrommars.com
On music sample libraries	#20 of 31	#16 of 31

Samplephonics: what it does well

Free catalog includes samples, loops, and synth presets
Individual packs can be bought without membership
Multiple listed formats include WAV and Kontakt
Unlimited plan includes lifetime royalty-free license for downloads

What to know first

Unlimited plan costs $99 a year
Purchased products cannot be redistributed in original form
FAQ allows at most one exchange per purchase

Samples From Mars: what it does well

Free plan includes 60 drum hits.
Paid libraries are downloaded for offline use.
ZIP libraries contain 24-bit, 44.1 kHz WAV files.
Formats include Ableton, Kontakt, MPC, and WAV.
Seven-day money-back guarantee is offered.

What to know first

No free trial is offered.
Each file has two download attempts per order.
Software and website use requires a separate license.
Redistribution of sounds is prohibited.

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