Risk: Moderate

Starting a side hustle selling sound effects packs can be risky, especially for beginners with limited funds. There is a potential to lose money on software, equipment, and marketing without guarantee of returns. Beginners may invest time and energy creating packs without immediate profits. Some online reviews mention beginners spending money on ads or software with little to no sales in return. While there are low-cost options to create sound effects packs, the competition is high, and success may take time. I'd rate the risk a 3 out of 5 because there is a possibility of incurring setup costs without immediate profits, which could deter those unable to afford losses.