Mercedes Benz W123 1975 executive car Sound Effects Library
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Library Overview & Details
The Mercedes-Benz W123 is widely regarded as one of the most reliable and over-engineered vehicles ever produced. This library captures the distinct, rhythmic and mechanical soul of a car that defined mid-70s executive luxury. Its sound is characterized by a steady, dependable engine idle and a solid, dampened interior ambience that radiates quality. It offers an authentic and nostalgic soundscape that is perfect for period-accurate dramas, European noir films or any project requiring a vehicle with an unmistakable aura of durability and prestige.
Whether you are designing a smooth highway cruise or building a realistic library of vintage executive cars, the W123 provides a rich and high-fidelity experience of a true automotive icon.
Mechanical straight-six heart: Captures the balanced, sewing-machine-like precision of the W123 engine, featuring smooth idles and a dignified, resonant roar under acceleration.
Unrivaled sonic detail: Recorded using a specialized multi-mic array including the Shure KSM 137, Line Audio Omni1, FEL Clippy XLR EM272, Sonorous Objects SO.3 and JrF C-Series Pro+ contact microphones for intimate mechanical vibrations.
Advanced contact mic perspectives: Features dedicated contact microphone recordings that isolate the raw mechanical transients of the engine and drivetrain, providing unique textures for sound design.
Comprehensive tactile foley: A massive collection of 227 files documenting every physical detail - including the vacuum-sealed central locking, the heavy "clink" of the steel doors, the mechanical sunroof operation and the precise feel of the 70s-era dashboard switchgear.
Technical Specifications
Audio Quality: 32-bit / 192 kHz (Lossless resolution for professional-grade manipulation)
Workflow: Fully UCS compliant (Universal Category System)
Microphones: Shure KSM 137, Line Audio Omni1, FEL Clippy XLR EM272, Sonorous Objects SO.3, JrF C-Series Pro+
Recorders: Sound Devices MixPre-6 II, Zoom F3
Content: 227 WAV files (Complex driving maneuvers, multi-perspective RPM states, high-speed pass-bys and an exhaustive archive of vintage mechanical and electrical foley).
Individual sound effects can be purchased for €2 each or you can purchase the entire library for €60.
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Included Tracklist (227 Audio Files)
UCS (Universal Category System) compliant metadata embedded in each master WAV file
Technical Specifications & Licensing FAQ
What audio formats and specifications are included in the Mercedes Benz W123 1975 executive car library?
The Mercedes Benz W123 1975 executive car library delivers broadcast-ready, master-edited 24-bit / 32-bit float Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) files recorded at high-resolution (up to 192 kHz). All audio files contain embedded iXML metadata and standardized category tags.
Is this sound effects library UCS (Universal Category System) compliant?
Yes, 100%. Every audio file follows strict Universal Category System (UCS) naming conventions (Category-SubCategory-Vendor-Project-Description) with embedded keywords, ensuring instant searchability and categorization in Soundminer, BaseHead, Soundly and Reaper.
Can I use Mercedes Benz W123 1975 executive car sound effects in commercial video games and films?
Yes. Your purchase includes a worldwide, perpetual 100% royalty-free commercial synchronization license for video games (Unreal Engine, Unity, Godot), feature films, television, commercials and streaming media without recurring royalty payments. Refer to our End-User License Agreement (EULA) for full terms (AI/ML training is restricted without written consent).
What recording perspectives and techniques were used for Mercedes Benz W123 1975 executive car?
Recorded using synchronized multi-microphone configurations capturing onboard engine bay, exhaust tailpipe and cabin interior perspectives, alongside exterior drive-bys, idling, revving and mechanical maneuvers.
