Contrary to popular belief, the sound was not created by Vine or its users. It originated in a professional stock audio library:
: The creators designed it as a "cinematic impact" for movie trailers and high-tension action sequences. It was never intended to be comedic. THE Boom Sound Effect
: It has transcended social media, appearing in professional podcasts, Twitch alerts, and even major television productions. Contrary to popular belief, the sound was not