Unveiling 8-Bit Instruments in Soundtrap: Retro Sounds, Reimagined
Sep 16, 2023
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Anton Berner
Dust off your Game Boys and press play on nostalgia—because 8-bit is officially live in Soundtrap! We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new set of 8-bit instruments, inspired by the chiptune sounds of classic video game consoles. Whether you're scoring your next pixel-art adventure, producing synth-heavy pop, or just love that crunchy retro vibe, these instruments are here to level up your sound.
What’s Included?
Our new 8-bit collection features a curated range of authentic sounds—from square wave leads and triangle basses to glitchy arpeggios and lo-fi drums. Each instrument is fully playable, tweakable, and ready to drop into any Soundtrap project.
Why 8-bit?
We’ve seen the retro revival booming across genres—from indie games to hyperpop to lo-fi hip hop. These sounds have stood the test of time, not just for their charm, but for their character. With this update, we’re giving Soundtrap creators the tools to tap into that unique aesthetic—no cartridge required.
Collaboration-Ready
Like everything in Soundtrap, the 8-bit instruments are cloud-based and collaboration-friendly. Whether you’re remixing your favorite game soundtrack with a friend across the globe or building an entire chiptune EP with your crew, everything syncs in real time.
How to Get Started
Head over to the Instruments panel and look for the “8-bit” category to explore the new sounds. You’ll find them compatible across all devices and available in both free and premium tiers (with some exclusive sounds for our subscribers 
).
We can’t wait to hear what you make with them.
Stay creative, stay nostalgic—and most of all, have fun.
