Similar Sample Finder
Upload audio to retrieve similar, high-quality samples from the WAVS library.
Search WAVS by audio file
Upload a loop and retrieve similar sounds
Discover samples that fit with your existing music
License samples with clear royalty agreements
A Better Way to Find the Sounds You Need
Save time in the studio
The artist likes a beat you made, but they want to hear some variations. Drag that loop into WAVS to keep things moving.
Find trending sounds
Trying to capture the vibe of a hit song? Upload clips to WAVS and find loops in a similar style, cleared for commercial use.
Recover a lost sample
Your DAW project file got corrupted, but you have an early bounce. Drop it into WAVS to find the original sample that you used.
Similar sound design
You’ve dialed in the synth patch but your MIDI isn’t hitting right. Find loops in that same style, with better chords and melody.
Access the Sample Finder in your DAW
Don't feel like toggling between the web browser and your DAW? No worries - we've built a music production tool that fits seamlessly into your creative process.
Our free VST includes the AI sample finder shown above, so you can drag MIDI or audio clips from your timeline without the hassle of bouncing the track first.
WAVS will return a large number of results with the sound you're searching for, saving you time and improving your quality of life.
WAVS delivers the same, seamless experience in Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio, Pro Tools, Cubase, Reaper, and more.
Samples you won’t find anywhere else
WAVS is more than a platform
WAVS is an audio sample library specializing in urban and contemporary music. Users have access to over 100,000+ original samples, loops and stems from hundreds of independent artists. Unlike other platforms that dictate terms, we let our creators control their royalty splits and licensing. They often save their best work for WAVS.
When artists have creative and financial control, the quality shows. You're not just getting samples - you're getting the best content from a producer's collection.
FAQ
Upload clear, isolated audio snippets like melodies, synth lines, drum loops, or short sections from original songs. Aim for clips that are 4-8 bars in length for the best results. The sample finder is available in the browser at the top of this page, or you can download our free VST to access it within your DAW.
Yes, we take the privacy of our users seriously. WAVS will never store your music on our servers. We do not train or fine tune models on your audio and we have vetted our technical integration partners to ensure that they maintain those same privacy guidelines. You can read more about this in our terms of service and privacy policy.
Yes, you can use WAVS samples in your songs. At least 40% of our library is available royalty free, but please be aware that royalty splits could apply if your track get a major label placements or sees more than 1M+ streams. Licensing terms are transparent on each track, so you’re informed from the start. High quality samples tend to fetch higher splits.
The sample finder points at the same library regardless of which tool you're using, so the biggest differences come down to convenience. The WAVS VST supports drag-and-drop from your audio timeline, making it easier to audition a range of virtual instruments with your MIDI track and search for similar samples. The web browser app is better for people casually browsing clips in their free time, outside the music production environment.
The Sample Finder is one of our advanced features, helping users gain a deeper appreciation for what's available in our collection. We found that all of the clicks, from metadata filters to hitting the search button, were slowing down the creative process. Searching by sound delivered the results we were looking for in a fraction of the time. Bookmark your favorite samples and review your music history at the end of a session to select the best options.
