Suno AI : AI audio, sound and music generator

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Hey AI music enthusiasts!
If you haven't heard of Suno AI, buckle up – this AI music generator has been making serious waves since its partnership with Microsoft in late 2023, bringing an AI plugin to Copilot that opened up a whole new world of creative possibilities. Think of Suno as the ChatGPT of music creation – but instead of generating text, it makes complete songs!



What Sets Suno Apart?
We've seen other AI music tools before, like Adobe's Project Music GenAI, YouTube's Dream Track, and Voicify AI (now Jammable), but Suno really stands out because of its all-in-one capabilities. It doesn't just give you the instrumental backdrop – you can generate lyrics, vocals, and even the overall genre, all from a simple text prompt! Want a Delta Blues track or maybe something chilled out in the style of electronic chillwave? Suno's got your back. You can even have it work off your own compositions with the Extend feature.

The Magic of Suno V3.5
In its latest version (V3.5), Suno allows you to create full-length, four-minute songs – yes, even with a free account!
The AI can generate tracks in just seconds, although the style and quality might vary depending on your chosen genre. If you're looking for something more specific, you can upload an audio clip to have it base its creation on your music. Pretty wild, right?

Pricing and Plans
Free Plan: With the free version, you can create up to 10 songs a day, but there are limits on how you can use them. For example, you can't use these songs commercially (so no cashing in on YouTube hits or Spotify streams just yet). Still, it's awesome for hobbyists and casual creators. You get 50 credits per day, which is perfect for experimenting and making tracks for personal use.

Pro Plan ($10/month): If you're ready to take things up a notch, the Pro plan gives you 2,500 credits/month, enough for 500 songs a day! Plus, you can use the songs commercially, so upload them to platforms like Spotify or Apple Music. The Pro version also gives you priority access in the song generation queue – meaning you won't have to wait around for your next masterpiece.

Premier Plan ($30/month): This is for the power users. You can create up to 2,000 songs a day (talk about productivity). This plan includes everything from custom lyric writing, audio uploads, and even an instrumental mode to create new work music. Ideal for serious creators.

How Does It Work?
Suno combines large language models (LLMs), like the ones behind ChatGPT, with diffusion models (the tech behind Midjourney's image generation). While LLMs predict the next word in a sequence, making music is a whole different ballgame. That's why diffusion models are used to help Suno generate realistic, unique soundscapes based on your input. The magic of music creation is powered by a mix of different algorithms that process both the audio and musical structure. It's a bit complex under the hood, and that's what makes it so interesting.

Ownership & Rights
Now, the million-dollar question: Who owns the rights to these AI-generated songs? At this point, the legal landscape is still unclear. There's even been a lawsuit questioning the data Suno was trained on, but for now, the platform does allow commercial use for Pro and Premier plan users. So, if you're planning on dropping your AI-generated jams on YouTube, you can start making it official.

Final Thoughts
If you're into AI and music, Suno is a total game-changer. It's like having an AI band ready to jam at your command, from writing lyrics to composing the entire track. Sure, it's not perfect – genres like electronic chillwave might sound a bit off compared to traditional instruments – but for anyone looking to dive into AI-generated music, Suno is an amazing tool to explore. Plus, it's a fantastic way to get creative in those quiet weekend hours when you just want to vibe and experiment.

Has anyone tried Suno yet? What's the craziest track you've created? Drop your thoughts below and let's talk AI music!