Free AKAI S950 (Sample Pack)

12-bit texture. Community-powered sound. Timeless grit.

Step into the world of the AKAI S950, the iconic 12-bit sampler that shaped the sound of early hip hop, jungle, house, and experimental electronics. This sample pack was created by resampling user-submitted sounds through the S950 itself, capturing its unmistakable character: crunchy transients, high-end roll-off, metallic aliasing, and deep digital warmth.

What’s Inside

• Loops and one-shots with classic 12-bit punch
• Drones and textures with rich digital grain
• Continuously expanding content through free updates

Each sound has been carefully processed through the original hardware, not emulated. The result is a library of samples that carries the raw spirit of late 80s and 90s production, reimagined for today’s creators.

A Collaborative Archive

This pack is part of an ongoing community project. Anyone can contribute source material, and in return, all contributors receive the full collection for free. It is a growing archive of shared sonic curiosity, powered by collective creativity and a love for detail.

Whether you are already a hardware enthusiast or have never touched an AKAI unit before, this is your invitation to discover the unique musical language of the S950.

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