Desktop app for MacOS
The shortest path from search to timeline
Bring the world’s best catalog directly into Final Cut Pro, Avid Pro Tools, and other editors. Our universal desktop companion for MacOS is designed to sit perfectly alongside your workflow.
How to install the desktop app for MacOS
1. Download
Download the Epidemic Sound desktop app.
2. Install
Open Epidemic Sound.dmg from your Downloads folder, then drag it into your Applications folder.
3. Launch
Open the desktop app from your Applications folder.
Save time & stay focused
Pin the app on top of your editor to stay within your creative flow. No need to switch windows, download files, or search for missing files.
Super smooth drag & drop
Drag full tracks or specific segments directly from the app and drop them onto your timeline, exactly where you want them. It’s super intuitive and makes soundtracking smoother than ever.
Organizational bliss
Choose a folder on your computer, and all files that you add to your timeline will be saved there, neatly organized for you.
Customize tracks to fit perfectly
Found a track you like, but it’s not quite the perfect fit? Easily tweak it to suit your project. Adjust the length, loop sections, or reshape parts of the track to make it your own.
Compatible with Final Cut pro, Avid Pro Tools, Capcut, and more
- Simplify your workflow today.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know which version to download — Apple silicon or Intel?
Apple silicon and Intel refer to the types of processors in Mac computers. In certain models from late 2020, Apple began transitioning from Intel processors to Apple silicon processors, often named M1, M2, etc. Learn how to check which processor you have.
How do I log in to the Epidemic Sound desktop app?
After you download and open the desktop app, follow the on-screen instructions to log in via browser. To download tracks with the desktop app, an active Epidemic Sound subscription is required.
Where are my downloaded tracks stored, and can I change the download location?
Files are stored by default in your documents folder. You can change the download location in your app settings, found under the three horizontal bars in the top right corner.
How do I add music in my editor?
When you find an Epidemic Sound song that you like, select the downward arrow to download the track to your selected folder. Then drag and drop the song file to your timeline in your editor.
How do I add voiceovers in my editor?
Select the Voices tab and choose a voice artist. Enter your voiceover script in the text box and select “Create voiceover.” When you’re happy with the voiceover, select the downward arrow to download the file to your selected folder. Then drag and drop the voiceover file to your timeline in your editor.
Are there any other Epidemic Sound apps or plugins available?
Yes, we have plugins for Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, and DaVinci Resolve Studio. Learn more about our plugins.
Is the Epidemic Sound desktop app compatible with the free version of DaVinci Resolve?
Yes! The Epidemic Sound desktop app works seamlessly with both the free version of DaVinci Resolve and the paid Studio version.
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