8Dio
8Dio develops Kontakt software instruments and sample libraries for music production and scoring.
What 8Dio is
8Dio develops Kontakt software instruments and sample libraries for music production and scoring. Its catalog includes orchestral, choir, piano, cinematic scoring, and other libraries, and the company describes its approach as deep-sampling. It says its products are used in film, games, television, Broadway productions, and professional sports. Individual instrument products are sold as one-time purchases; a listed example is $19, paid once. Progressive Metal Guitar is delivered by download and contains more than 1,500 sampled phrases arranged into song sections. It requires Kontakt 5.8.1 Full Retail or later and lists Kontakt VST, AU, and AAX formats. The All EDM Bundle includes Kontakt and Maschine versions plus WAV packs, and requires Kontakt Full Retail 5.8.1 or later and Maschine 2.0 or later. A product license covers one user on up to two computers owned and used exclusively by that person, and permits commercial and non-commercial use in finished content. Downloaded products cannot be returned once a download is initiated.
Good
- Catalog includes orchestral, choir, piano, and cinematic libraries.
- Products are available for macOS and Windows.
- Licenses permit use in finished commercial content.
- Support is offered through live chat and email ticketing.
Watch out
- Some products require Kontakt Full Retail.
- The All EDM Bundle also requires Maschine 2.0 or later.
- Downloaded products cannot be returned after download begins.
- A license covers one user and up to two computers.
Who it suits
8Dio suits music makers and scorers looking for Kontakt instruments and sample libraries. Its license allows sounds in finished commercial or non-commercial work, while specific products may require Kontakt or Maschine.
Verdict
8Dio offers a varied catalog of instruments and libraries, with licensing for finished productions. Check each product’s host requirements and the no-return rule for downloads before purchasing.
Plans and prices
From 8Dio's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Individual instrument products | $19, paid once | Download delivery · Kontakt 5.8.1 Full Retail or later required for Progressive Metal Guitar · One-time purchase; example product page lists $19 |
The facts
Each one read from 8Dio's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- AI restriction
- The terms prohibit using 8Dio instruments, samples, or audio content to train, improve, or enhance AI systems.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Audience
- 8Dio offers educational discounts to qualifying full-time students or teachers majoring in a music program, subject to verification and program terms.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Commercial use
- The license permits commercial and non-commercial use of sounds in finished content such as music, sound effects, post-production, performance, and broadcast.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Example product
- Progressive Metal Guitar includes over 1,500 deep-sampled phrases organized into song sections and is delivered by download.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Formats
- The Progressive Metal Guitar page lists Kontakt VST, AU, and AAX.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Host requirement
- Progressive Metal Guitar requires Kontakt 5.8.1 Full Retail or later.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The All EDM Bundle includes Kontakt and Maschine versions plus WAV packs, and requires Kontakt Full Retail 5.8.1 or later and Maschine 2.0 or later.checked 7 Oct 2026
- License scope
- A product license is for one user on up to two computers owned and used exclusively by that user.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- 8Dio says it does not sell or rent supplied personal information and may share it with service providers performing specified tasks.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Product catalog
- Its catalog includes deep-sampled instruments for Kontakt, including orchestral, choir, piano, cinematic scoring, and other sample libraries.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Refund limit
- Downloaded products cannot be returned, and 8Dio says it cannot provide a refund once a download is initiated.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Security
- 8Dio says it does not store credit card details, describes measures to reduce unauthorized access and data loss, and makes no security guarantee for internet transmission.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- The company page says support is available 24/7 through live chat and email ticketing, with a unique ticket number for each inquiry.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Use cases
- The company says its products are used in films, video games, TV shows, Broadway productions, and professional sports.checked 7 Oct 2026
- What it makes
- 8Dio describes itself as an independent developer of Kontakt software instruments and the inventor of deep-sampling.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Founded
- 2011checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- 1907 Olympic Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404, United Stateschecked 28 Sep 2026
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