New Feature: Sample Search with the Duration Filter!

We're excited to announce a feature that improves your search experience on Sample Focus. The Duration Filter is made to help you find samples based on specific time durations. And it actually helps your search process in more than one way. Let's take a look.

What’s new?

Precise Duration Search: It may sound simple but it makes a big difference in the end result. Just adjust the slider to set your sample length. Whether you need a short clip or a longer loop, find exactly what you're looking for.

Why you should use the duration filter

Finding the perfect sample can completely change a track. And it's the minor details that count – you can't spend hours searching for that missing piece.

You need it quick.

The Duration Filter simplifies the search process by allowing you to:

• Be Specific: Narrow down your search by setting a precise duration range.
• Be Quick: Quickly locate samples that fit the exact length needed for your project, saving you time.
• Get Creative: Explore a wider array of samples that match your timing requirements, giving you new creative ideas.
• Find New Sounds: Discover new samples that you might have overlooked.
• Be Precise: Find samples that fit perfectly into your track without needing to edit the length.
• Combine Filters: Combine it with other search filters like tempo (BPM), key, and mode to narrow down your search results.

Blend Search Filters to Find the Perfect Sample

In addition to the Duration Filter, Sample Focus already has several useful search options to help you find the the perfect sound.

Here's how to make the best use of them:

1. Tempo (BPM): Adjust the tempo slider to match the beats per minute of your project. This ensures that the sample will fit into your track without needing tempo adjustments.
2. Key and Mode: Find samples that blend harmoniously. Select the key and mode to match your composition. This is useful for melodic and harmonic elements.
3. Tags: Use the Include Tags and Exclude Tags fields to get exactly what you need. Save time and mental energy. Include Tags help you find samples with specific characteristics, while Exclude Tags filter out unwanted elements.
4. Organized Results: Quick access to the most relevant samples by sorting your results.

When it's useful for you

Here are a few real scenarios where this feature can be very useful:

• Loop Creation: If you’re creating a loop that needs to be exactly 4 seconds long, simply set the filter to 4 seconds and browse through all available samples.
• Sound Effects: When you need a quick sound effect that lasts less than a second, adjust the slider to a maximum of 1 second and find all relevant samples instantly.
• Background Layers: For producers looking to add subtle background layers, filter for longer durations to find samples that sustain throughout the desired section of your track.

Final Words

This feature allows all users to find precise sounds based on their specific needs – and is part of a broader scope that makes Sample Focus the web's most organized sample library.

We're excited to see how you use this new feature. Try it out and let us know what you think!

Check out Sample Focus to explore the Duration Filter and find your next favorite sample!