by Vakago Tools·Audio
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Music Search earns its place in the adobe_exchange library as a music-sourcing extension that keeps free-to-use tracks and their licenses inside the panel.
Music Search is an extension from Vakago Tools for After Effects and Premiere Pro that lets you search for free-to-use music and samples directly. Many of the songs are suitable for both commercial and non-commercial purposes.
The majority of files are Creative Commons licensed, and the respective license is shown in the extension panel, so the terms stay clearly visible next to each track. Music Search is listed as free here, with the licensing details surfaced through the panel.
Music Search is currently at version 1.2.8, last updated on 13 February 2025. The most recent update improved compatibility with newer CC versions. For more on the available tracks and their licensing, the Vakago Tools developer page is the place to check for current details.
Music Search is best for editors and motion designers sourcing free-to-use music and samples for After Effects and Premiere Pro projects.
Music Search is completely free to download and use.
Music Search supports After Effects 18.0 and later and Premiere Pro 15.0 and later, so recent versions of both applications are covered. Its most recent update, released on 13 February 2025, improved compatibility with newer CC versions, which helps if you are running an up-to-date Creative Cloud release. If you use an older build of either application, it is worth confirming against the version requirements on the Vakago Tools developer page before installing.
Music Search is listed as free here. The extension is built around searching for free-to-use music and samples, and many of the songs are suitable for both commercial and non-commercial purposes. The majority of the files are Creative Commons licensed, with the respective license shown directly in the extension panel. Because licensing can vary from track to track, check the Vakago Tools developer page for the current terms that apply to the music you plan to use.
Music Search displays the respective license for its files inside the extension panel, so you can see the terms for a track as you browse. Since the majority of files are Creative Commons licensed, the specific license tells you what each track allows. For the full picture on licensing and any conditions attached to individual tracks, the Vakago Tools developer page is the place to look.
Music Search provides free-to-use music and samples, and many of the songs are suitable for both commercial and non-commercial purposes. The majority of the files are Creative Commons licensed, and the respective license is shown in the extension panel, so you can check what a given track permits before using it. Licensing differs between tracks, so review the license for each one and consult the Vakago Tools developer page for current details.
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