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Startle sound effects

Browse royalty-free startle sound effects, loops, and sound design elements for games, apps, videos, podcasts, and production workflows. 4 sounds available.

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startle sounds

4 sounds
0:04

Crowd Shocked Reaction

Crowd reacting with shock and disbelief

adraudiencechatter
0:07

Crowd Shock Gasp

Crowd gasping in shock and surprise

adraudiencechatter
0:04

Horror Stinger Stab

Dramatic stinger stab accent for horror or sci-fi transitions

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0:03

Horror Sliding Transition

Cinematic horror transition with rising tension and metallic clang

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FAQ about startle sounds

What are startle sounds used for?

Startle sounds are commonly used in apps, games, videos, podcasts, and interactive media projects.

Can I preview startle sounds before using them?

Yes. Lots of Sounds provides previewable catalog pages so you can evaluate clips before integrating them into your workflow.

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