Install: Ample Guitar M Loading Samples Failed
Sometimes your DAW scans the plugin once, finds an error, and "blacklists" it even after you fix the samples.
The Fix (Per DAW):
Before fixing the error, you must understand that Ample Guitar M consists of two separate components:
The error "Loading Samples Failed" means the Engine found the plugin, but cannot locate or read the sample library.
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How to Fix "Ample Guitar M Loading Samples Failed" Errors If you’ve just installed Ample Guitar M (AGM) and are greeted with a "Loading Samples Failed" error message, you’re not alone. This is the most common issue users face with Ample Sound plugins. It usually doesn't mean your installation is corrupt; it simply means the plugin doesn't know where to look for its library.
Here is a step-by-step guide to getting your guitar back in tune. 1. Relink the Library Path (The "Quick Fix")
In 90% of cases, the plugin is looking at the default install path, but your samples were moved or installed to a secondary drive.
Open Ample Guitar M in your DAW (or the standalone version).
Look for the Settings icon (usually a small gear or wrench icon). Find the Library Path or Sample Path section.
Click the button to browse and navigate to your Ample Guitar M library folder. ample guitar m loading samples failed install
Note: You are looking for the folder that contains the .vbi files. Click OK/Save and restart the plugin. 2. Check for File Integrity
If relinking doesn't work, the library files themselves might be missing or incomplete.
Check File Extensions: Ensure your library folder contains files ending in .vbi. If the folder is empty, the "Library" installer didn't run correctly.
The Two-Part Install: Remember that Ample Sound products usually come in two parts: the Software Installer (the plugin/EXE) and the Library Installer (the samples). Ensure you ran both. If you only ran the small software installer (usually ~100MB), you’re missing the 2GB+ of actual guitar sounds. 3. Permissions and Admin Rights
Windows and macOS security settings can sometimes block a plugin from "reading" a folder on your hard drive.
Windows: Try running your DAW as an Administrator. Right-click your DAW icon > Properties > Compatibility > Check "Run this program as an administrator."
macOS: Ensure your DAW has "Full Disk Access" in System Preferences > Security & Privacy. 4. Reinstalling the Library Correctly
If all else fails, a clean reinstall of just the library is the best path forward. Uninstall the current Ample Guitar M library.
Disable your antivirus temporarily (some tools mistakenly flag the .vbi extraction process). Run the Library Installer again.
When prompted for a destination, choose a simple path like C:\Ample Sound instead of deep nested folders or cloud-synced folders (like OneDrive/Dropbox), which can cause read errors. Summary Checklist
Did you install the Library (2GB+) or just the Plugin (100MB)? Sometimes your DAW scans the plugin once, finds
Does the Settings menu point to the folder with the .vbi files? Is your DAW running with Admin privileges?
By following these steps, you should clear the "Loading Samples Failed" error and get back to making music.
Facing a "Loading Samples Failed" error after installing Ample Guitar M (AGM) is a common hurdle, often stemming from mismatched file paths or system-level interference. To resolve this, you must ensure the plugin's internal settings point precisely to where the large sample library files are stored on your drive. Core Troubleshooting Steps
If your plugin is silent or showing Error Code 7 or 14, follow these steps to reconnect your library:
Relink the Library Path: Open the AGM plugin interface and navigate to the Settings panel (usually a gear or wrench icon in the top left). Locate the "Instrument Path" or "Library Path" and manually browse to the folder where you installed the AGM samples (e.g., AGM_Library).
The OneDrive Conflict: Ample Sound officially warns that if your "Documents" folder is synced with Microsoft OneDrive, it can block the plugin from reading sample data. Move your library or "Documents" folder back to a local, non-synced directory to restore access.
Install the Library Separately: Users often install the VST plugin but forget the actual Library Installer. Ensure you have run both the plugin installer and the separate library content installer.
Standalone Test: Run the standalone version of the instrument (often titled ASHost). If it works there but not in your DAW, the issue is likely with how your DAW is scanning the plugin or its permissions.
These video guides walk through the installation process and common fixes for Ample Guitar library issues:
"Loading samples failed" error (often accompanied by Error Code 7 or 14
) typically occurs because the plugin cannot find or access its sample library files. This is common if the library was moved, the installation path is incorrect, or cloud storage like OneDrive is interfering with the local files. 1. Set the Correct Instrument Path The error "Loading Samples Failed" means the Engine
The most frequent fix is manually pointing the plugin to its sample folder. Open Settings
: Click the gear icon or "Settings" button in the top-left of the Ample Guitar M interface. Locate Path : Look for the Instrument Path Library Path
: Click "Browse" and navigate to the folder where your samples are stored. Ample Sound sample files typically have the extension : Close and reopen your DAW for the changes to take effect. 2. Check for Incomplete Installation
If setting the path doesn't work, you may be missing the samples entirely. Library Download
: Ample Guitar M often requires a separate download for the sample library. Ensure you didn't just install the "update" or the "lite" plugin without the full library package. Reinstall the Complete Installer
: A corrupted download or network issue during transfer can cause this error. Re-downloading the complete installer from the Ample Sound website is recommended. 3. Resolve Cloud Sync Conflicts (OneDrive/iCloud)
Ample Sound plugins often fail if the "Documents" folder is being synced by cloud services. : If your library is located in a folder synced by (Windows) or (Mac), the plugin may lose access to the files.
: Move the "Document" or "Ample Sound" folder back to a local, non-synced directory on your hard drive. 4. Run as Administrator
Permission issues can prevent the plugin from reading sample data. Admin Rights
: Ensure you are logged in as an administrator when installing. Non-Admin Installer : If you cannot use an admin account, use the specific "Non-Admin" version installer provided by Ample Sound AGM_3_x_x_Installer_Non-Admin.exe 5. Test in Standalone Mode
To determine if the issue is with the plugin or your DAW (like FL Studio or Logic), try running the plugin outside the host.