Black Octopus Sound vs Cymatics
Black Octopus Sound
blackoctopus-sound.comCymatics
cymatics.fmSide by side
| Figure | Black Octopus Sound | Cymatics |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $7.33/mo | $13.92/mo |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Plans published | 3 | 2 |
| Spec score · Music Sample Libraries | 7.7 (#21) | 8.1 (#12) |
| Security | The privacy policy says sensitive or credit information is transmitted using SSL and encrypted in the site's databases. | Cymatics says customer data is handled confidentially and encrypted using SSL secure server software. |
| Support | The site provides a Contact Us form and says collected information may be used to respond to customer service requests. | Customers can contact [email protected] for technical difficulties, download issues, order problems, or general questions. |
Plans
Black Octopus Sound
- BOS Gold Community Membership – Monthly Plan$11 a month
- BOS Gold Community Membership – Yearly Plan$88 a year
- BOS Gold Community Membership – One Time PaymentPrice not published
Cymatics
- Cymatics Unlimited Monthly$29 a month
- Cymatics Unlimited Yearly$167 a year
In their own words
Black Octopus Sound
Black Octopus Sound has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Cymatics
Cymatics sells sample packs, plugins, presets, and music-production courses through its website and Cymatics Hub. A Free Downloads page offers thousands of free samples, plugins, and other downloads. Cymatics Unlimited includes all Cymatics plugins, 10 premium sample packs each month, and the course library, with tools described for vocal tuning, atmospheric reverb, and creative effects chains. Plugins are stated to work on Windows and Mac OS, including FL Studio, Ableton, Logic, and other DAWs supporting VST or AU. Purchased products appear in a customer account and Cymatics Hub. The maker describes sample packs and soundbanks as royalty free, while prohibiting redistribution and repackaging. Unlimited has a 10-day trial and monthly or yearly billing. The monthly plan is $29 a month; the yearly plan is $13.92 a year, billed at $167 yearly after the trial. Eligible purchases may receive store credit refunds within 30 days under stated limits.