Soundtrack faster with Final Cut Pro
Our desktop app helps you work more efficiently and stay in your creative flow.
How to install the desktop app
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
With our desktop app, you can stay within your creative flow in Final Cut Pro, with no need to switch windows, download files, or search for missing files.
Super smooth drag & drop
Drag tracks and and drop them to 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 better
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.
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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 for Final Cut Pro?
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 folder 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 Final Cut Pro?
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 Final Cut Pro.
How do I add voiceovers in Final Cut Pro?
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 Final Cut Pro.
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.
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