Thunderstorm Chaser - 3D Surround

The Sound of Nature's Fury

Thunderstorm Chaser  brings you the most authentic thunder sound effects - captured over six years of storm chasing, thousands of miles, and life-threatening moments. From distant rumbles to earth-shaking cracks, this library delivers unmatched realism.

Matt Mikkelsen braved extreme conditions, working with meteorologists and high-end recording rigs. In one session, he was nearly struck by lightning - a stark reminder of nature’s raw power.

Thunderstorm Chaser - Uncompromising Thunder SFX

Recorded in true 3D Surround, this library is essential for film, TV, games, VR, and immersive media. A stereo version is included for maximum flexibility. Unlike artificially enhanced libraries, Thunderstorm Chaser delivers 100% natural thunder, captured in the wildest U.S. storms - pure, raw, and untouched.

With over XXGB of high-resolution recordings, every file is precisely labeled for seamless integration into professional workflows. From stereo to Dolby Atmos and Ambisonics, Thunderstorm Chaser is the most versatile thunder SFX library, recorded with the Schoeps ORTF-3D setup for total immersion.

Beyond Thunder - The Full Storm Experience

While thunder is the star, this collection also captures the full storm environment:

• Distant rumbles and eerie silences before the storm
• Explosive lightning cracks
• The pounding rain, hail, and howling winds that complete the storm experience
• Unfiltered natural dynamics, allowing for perfect layering in sound design

What's inside

Included sounds - keywords: BOOMING, CLAPPING, CLASHING, CLOSE, CRACKING, DISTANT, DRIPS, DROPS, FOLIAGE, FOREST, HAIL, HEAVY, LIGHT, METALLIC, MODERATE, PEELING, RAIN, REVERBERANT, ROLLING, STORM, SWEEPING, TAPS, THUNDER, WEATHER, WIND

Immersive Thunder Like Never Before

Captured with the Schoeps ORTF-3D array, Thunderstorm Chaser delivers unmatched spatial depth for 5.1, Dolby Atmos, and VR - placing thunder with precision. Eight supercardioid microphones capture every detail, from distant rumbles to earth-shaking impacts.

Stereo Included - The 3D SURROUND edition also includes all files in stereo, ready to use instantly.

Tech Specs

• Files: 104
• 208 (incl. Stereo version)
• Size    36.1 GB
• 45.2 GB (incl. Stereo version)
• Content Info    PDFXLS
• Format    WAV - 24bit - 96kHz / Windows + Mac
• Track Layout    Lo: L • R • Ls • Rs
• Hi: Lh • Rh • LSh • RSh

This Multi Format Library (included format(s) listed in product description) does not include any playback software. A suitable software is required to load and play the sounds included with this product.