Is selling combinations of free files legal?

[iked]

Just asking - is conglomerating a multitude of free files into a 'sea of voices' file that is then sold legit? Just noticed as I picked up davinit's Redacted 101, and I recognize some of the files that are in the background - free files, at that, and while I can't be 100% sure, some sound pretty damn close to some paid files that are out there as well. Is this legit? I can understand releasing these conglomerations as free files with references to those inside, but otherwise this seems like a dishonest cash grab - at least if they're not stating what files they're using to make the combo. Thoughts?

[EMG]

I was not aware this was happening and will talk to the author in question.

There is no specific prohibition to such things but if you're selling a file that's built out of other people's contents I would expect you to recognize the contributions of the authors in question.

[Jackstock]

You need permission from the creator to do that.
You can do that with my files if you want, so long as I am credited.

[JackDrago]

My opinion is very similar to JackStock's, always ask the author before using their work. I am usually happy to contribute.

[sarnoga]

Thank you for mentioning this iked.

If they were using part of my stuff and posting it for free, all I would want would be credit.

If they are using what I made available for free to create something they are charging money for, and doing that without my consent think that is a problem. Of course if they were doing that with my material and I was aware of it, there is an easy fix. I obtain a copy of their pay content and make it available for free to anyone who wants it and dare them to challenge me.

Regards, Sarnoga