"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 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.

Sometimes your DAW scans the plugin once, finds an error, and "blacklists" it even after you fix the samples.

The Fix (Per DAW):

(If you provide logs/screenshots I will replace these examples with actual findings.)

First, check if you actually have the large sample library downloaded.

If the plugin refuses to accept the path or crashes:

After installing Ample Guitar M, users may encounter an error where the plugin loads successfully but reports “Loading samples failed” when trying to load a preset or open the GUI. This prevents the instrument from producing any sound. The issue typically stems from missing, corrupted, or incorrectly referenced sample files.