Looperman
Free community loops, acapellas and plugins with no subscription
Quick Overview
| Company | Looperman Ltd |
|---|---|
| Category | Sample Marketplaces |
| Headquarters | Wilmslow, United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - United Kingdom (Europe) |
| Data Location | not stated on the pages we read |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Free loops, acapellas, tracks, free software, uploads, comments and feedback |
| Pricing | Free; the site states no subscriptions |
| Best For | Beginners and bedroom producers who want free vocals and loops |
| Replaces | Splice |
Detailed Review
The terms identify Looperman Ltd as a company incorporated in England under company number 12575092. The about text adds that the platform is owned and operated by that private limited company, with an address in Wilmslow, Cheshire.
The home page promises 100% free joining, downloading and uploading, and thousands of WAV loops, acapellas and free plugins.
User-made loops and acapellas
Looperman is built on user uploads, with new loops added daily. Alongside loops it hosts acapellas, finished tracks and a software section.
Members can comment, follow other users and upload tracks to get feedback.
Data protection
The privacy policy, last updated 13 February 2024, is written for residents of the EEA and the UK, and Looperman Ltd acts as the data controller. The help pages also list sponsors and an advertising option.
Looperman beside Splice
There is no paid tier in the pages we read, so Looperman cannot match Splice's professionally produced packs or plugins. Its value is in raw material and community.
Because anyone can upload, check the rights stated for each loop before you release a song.
Limitations to Consider
Quality varies because the loops are user generated, and the pages we read do not summarise per-loop licensing. There is no paid catalogue, DAW plugin or label content. The site shows sponsors and advertising. For professionally produced sounds see Prime Loops or Noiiz.
Who Should Use Looperman
Beginners, hobbyists and singers who want free loops and acapellas and a feedback community.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Free with no subscription
- Loops, acapellas and tracks in one place
- Company number published
- Privacy policy written for EEA and UK users
- Community feedback on uploads
Cons
- User-uploaded quality varies
- No paid or curated catalogue
- Ads and sponsors on the site
- Data location not stated
Alternatives to Looperman
Other European sample marketplaces worth comparing before you decide:
See all European sample marketplaces or compare them directly against Splice on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
The home page states that joining, downloading and uploading are 100% free with no subscriptions.
Looperman Ltd, a private limited company registered in England under company number 12575092.
We did not read a licence summary. Because users upload the loops, check the terms stated for each file.