Troubleshooting "Ample Guitar M Loading Samples Failed" (Error 7 / 7.14)
Open your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) and load an instance of .
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: If you aren't using an admin account, try running a "non-admin-install" from the installer or run your DAW as an administrator . Ample Guitar M Loading Samples Failed
Move your Ample Sound library out of any folder managed by OneDrive or iCloud.
Using outdated versions of either Ample Guitar M or your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) can lead to compatibility issues. An incorrect installation due to corrupted files can also be a factor.
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For macOS Catalina (10.15) and newer, the operating system's enhanced security measures can sometimes block plugins from accessing files in certain directories. Going to and granting your DAW access to the Documents folder and the Ample Sound library location can help.
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Ensure your DAW has permission to access external volumes and system folders. : If you aren't using an admin account,
A significant but often overlooked cause of "Loading Samples Failed" errors is having the sample library stored in a cloud-synced folder like Dropbox, Google Drive, or OneDrive. These services constantly check file status and lock files during sync, which can prevent plugins from reading samples properly. Similarly, antivirus software may interfere by quarantining or scanning plugin files.
: Close and reload the plugin for the changes to take effect. Troubleshooting Common Causes