Even with thousands of songs, no DJ’s library is complete without DJ sound effects. These small but mighty audio files are essential tools for building energy, shaping transitions, and guiding the crowd’s mood.
Including everything from the iconic DJ airhorn to vinyl scratches, rewinds, vocal stabs, and futuristic sweeps, DJ sound effects can elevate a live performance, add interest to a remix, and keep your livestreams energetic.
We’ve rounded up 20 high-quality, royalty-free DJ effects you can use for everything from live club sets and weddings to livestreams and remixes. Let’s take a look.
Summary
How sound effects transform a set
The best DJs know that their job is to create an experience for the listener. The right sound effects are key to this. They can take a set to the next level, helping you shape the energy in the room, build up and slow down, make drops even more satisfying, and even catch your audience off guard in interesting ways.
Sound effects help DJs:
- Build tension and release it: Use risers, sweeps, or filters to slowly ramp up intensity before the beat drops.
- Create seamless transitions: Whooshes and vinyl stops make it easy to shift from one track to another without losing momentum.
- Punctuate key moments: A perfectly timed DJ airhorn sound effect or vocal sample can emphasize a hook, announce a remix, or hype the crowd.
- Craft a signature sound: Sound effects give DJs a chance to stand out and put a signature stamp on their work.
Popular effects include risers, drops, record scratches, delays, filters, stutter edits, and bass hits. These can be used solo or layered over your tracks to shape flow, add surprise, or shift the vibe entirely.
Whether you’re mixing house, hip-hop, EDM, or pop, putting together a go-to DJ sound effects pack makes sure you’re prepared for any situation. And when you’re producing content or sharing sets online, these effects can be just as essential in post-production as they are live on stage.
Top 20 DJ sound effects and packs for social media videos
Motion Array’s curated DJ sound effects are built for versatility, performance, and ease of use, offering professional-grade audio you can drop into your set or timeline without missing a beat (get it?). From classic vinyl scratches and DJ air horn sound effects to futuristic noises, there’s something here for every genre and vibe.
All sounds are professionally recorded and mastered for clean, powerful playback, whether you’re using club speakers or editing with headphones. And each is optimized for quick use, making it easy to cue effects in real-time performances or drop them into your video timeline in seconds.
Best of all? Many of these DJ sound effects come with multiple variations, so you can choose the one that best fits your needs.
Scratches
1. DJ Scratches And Rewinds
The classic record scratch gives you plenty of flexibility, and this pack is a great place to start. Try each of the 7 options for the right vibe. It’s perfect for any video where you need to add a genuine DJ feel.
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2. DJ Scratch
DJ Scratch is perfect for getting the crowd in the mood or adding a cool opening to your project. With 5 variations, this sound effect can really help bring your film to life. Did you know the vinyl scratch was invented accidentally? It’s hard to imagine sound design without this famous effect.
3. Short Vinyl Scratch SFX Pack
The Short Vinyl Scratch SFX Pack offers 8 variations of the classic vinyl scratch, updated for modern ears. Whether your TV show features a DJ turntable or you want something epic to add to your YouTube video, you can find it here.
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4. Double Scratch
For something simpler, there’s the Double Scratch pack. This easy-to-use DJ sound effects pack will liven up your project right away. It couldn’t be easier to use, either.
5. Record Vinyl Scratch 3-Pack
With 3 variations, this is the perfect addition to your DJ scratch effect collection. This free DJ sound effects pack is great for everything from video games to cartoons.
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6. DJ Scratch Turntable
Download a quick, energetic burst of sound to liven up your projects. With 6 short vinyl scratches included, you’re bound to find one that works for you.
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7. DJ Scratch Sound Pack
Take a seat at the turntable with the DJ Scratch Sound Pack. This sound effect pack also features brief vocal cut-ins. So, it’s perfect if you’re looking for more depth to your scratch.
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Air horns
8. DJ Air Horn
Air horns aren’t just for sporting events, they can add a real bang to your next project as well. Bring stadium vibes to life or shock your viewers with this handy DJ sound effects pack. There are 3 different air horn sounds to choose from. Try them out for your next set or video game.
9. Air DJ Horn Sound
Do you need a flashier air horn feel? This powerful air horn has a modern electronic flare. Add it to the earlier DJ sound effects pack for more flexibility, or enjoy it as is. Just don’t prank your friends with this one!
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Rewinds
10. Vinyl Rewind
Enjoy another famous DJ sound effect with a modern feel. It’s a great way to set the mood. With 4 different options to choose from, this might just be the perfect addition to your game, film, or even app.
11. Rewind Pack
Rewinds are a classic effect that can easily be added to any project. Add emphasis, create a dramatic moment, or add emphasis as you need. With the Rewind Pack, you get 4 rewinds to pick from.
12. Tape Rewind
A clean, punchy tape rewind effect that brings a retro energy to your transitions or beat breaks. Works great in content edits, DJ interludes, or podcast-style video production.
13. Cinematic Vinyl Rewind
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Additional DJ sound effects
14. Turntable Transitions
To add a little drama to your project, there’s the Turntable Transitions pack. Adding one of these electronic beats to your music will increase the suspense immediately. Why not grab this DJ sound effects pack today?
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15. Bouncing Futuristic Noises
Do you need to add a little zip to your next project? Bouncing Futuristic Noise is for you. This sound effect features strange electronic sounds with a futuristic vibe. Try this great DJ sound effects pack for sci-fi projects.
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16. Vinyl Stop
For an abrupt stop that adds drama, there’s the vinyl stop. With 7 different sounds to choose from, this pack is perfect for creating an amazing stop effect.
17. Alarming Notifications Pack
Are you looking for a DJ sound effects pack with a horror theme? With 4 different choices, this alarming burst of noise will help add a little extra shock and awe to your videos.
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18. Needle On Vinyl Crackle Loops
This pack features authentic royalty-free vinyl crackle and needle noise loops that add warmth and realism to your mixes. Ideal for lo-fi edits, throwback transitions, or vintage-inspired sets.
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19. Keyboard
A royalty-free set of realistic keyboard typing sounds. Use it as a unique rhythmic layer, a comedic moment, or an audio cue in skits, tutorials, or DJ intros.
20. DJ Rhythmic Record Stops
A high-quality sound effects pack featuring three different DJ record scratches and futuristic-style slow-down effects. These sounds are ideal for transitions, music builds, or visual montages.
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Why choose Motion Array’s DJ sound effects pack?
When it comes to building a set that stands out — live or online — you need more than a few basic sounds. Motion Array’s DJ sound effects pack gives you access to an expansive, high-quality audio library designed for real-world use.
Here’s what makes it a go-to for DJs, content creators, and event producers.
- Easy access, endless possibilities: With Motion Array, finding what you’re looking for is fast and easy, and you can download and start using sounds immediately.
- Professional quality, every time: All DJ special sound effects and packs are professionally recorded, mixed, and mastered. This means you get clean, powerful audio that translates across club systems, headphones, livestreams, and mobile edits.
- Built for flexibility: Motion Array has sounds for a wide range of genres, moods, and formats, so you can be sure to find just the thing your mix needs.
- Updated daily: Motion Array’s library is constantly growing, with new sound effects added every day. Whether you’re looking for classic staples or something experimental, the options keep evolving with your style.
- Royalty-free, fully licensed: Every sound in the collection is royalty-free, giving you peace of mind across platforms, from YouTube and Instagram to commercial sets and branded campaigns.
- Value for creators: Instead of purchasing individual samples or navigating complex usage terms, Motion Array offers one affordable subscription that unlocks everything: music, video templates, plugins, and an ever-expanding sound effects library, giving you a long-term creative toolbox.
Ready to build your signature sound?
From hyping a crowd to creating a seamless edit, DJ sound effects are must-have tools for shaping energy and standing out. Whether you’re spinning live, producing social content, or editing a promo video, these effects help create transitions, add drama, and lock in your audience’s attention.
Explore Motion Array’s DJ sound effects now and start building a sound that’s uniquely yours.
