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My Impressions of Using Udio and Suno – A Comparative Review of Music Generation AI
1. Introduction
Recently, I became interested in music generation AI and tried two services called Udio and Suno. My main purpose was to find AI tools that would be useful for music production and to compare the features of each AI.
2. Features of Suno
The biggest feature of Suno is that it can mass-produce songs of a stable B-level quality. The operation method is also simple, and you can enjoy music production immediately. However, it seems difficult to generate songs of higher quality than B+. With Suno, all songs turn out to be listenable to some extent. However, all songs give a similar impression, and there are few songs that leave a special impression. I think Suno is a recommended service for those who want to easily experience music production.
3. Features of Udio
On the other hand, Udio is a slightly quirky service. Songs of C or D level quality are often generated, but occasionally outstanding songs of A or A+ level are generated, which surprises me. For example, let’s say you generate 10 times with Udio. Then, about 8 out of 10 times, songs of not-so-good quality will be generated, but about once you will encounter a good song at a level where you think, “This might be usable!” and the remaining one time, a truly moving A+ level masterpiece will be generated. However, it takes patience and trial and error to find good songs. Udio is recommended for those who enjoy creating elaborate works.
4. How to use the two AIs
Since Udio and Suno have different characteristics, it is best to use them well according to the situation. When you want to enjoy music casually or want songs at the level of background music, it is recommended to use Suno. It will generate relatively high-quality songs quickly. On the other hand, when you want to make good songs carefully or create elaborate works, it is better to use Udio. If you persistently repeat the generation, you will surely encounter good songs that resonate with your heart.
5. Conclusion
By using Udio and Suno, I felt the current state and potential of music generation AI. Each has its pros and cons, but if used well, they will surely be a powerful help in music production. In the future, music generation AI will evolve further. I look forward to the day when higher quality songs can be generated more easily. I encourage all music lovers to try various music generation AIs.
The sound of Korg Gadget is too clean and too Hi-Fi. What should I do?
The sound of Korg Gadget is too clean and too Hi-Fi. What should I do?
When it comes to the sound of Korg Gadget being too clean and too Hi-Fi, here are some approaches you can consider:
- Crafting your sound design
Korg Gadget comes with over 40 high-quality built-in synthesizers and drum machines, allowing you to instantly create desired sounds with sophisticated parameters. However, if you want to avoid sounds that are too clean and perfect, you can intentionally aim for a lo-fi sound. Utilize effects like filters and distortion to add appropriate grit and muddiness to the sound, achieving a more analog-like texture. - Adjusting the mix and mastering
It’s important to adjust the EQ and compressor of each track to balance the overall sound. Be careful not to raise the overall volume too much, and maintain an appropriate dynamic range. Applying tape saturation or vintage compressor emulations can also be a way to achieve a more organic sound. - Utilizing external gear
It can be an interesting experiment to output the sound from Korg Gadget to external devices to change the sound texture. Passing the sound through tape echoes, guitar amplifiers, or outboard EQs can enable you to create a retro and lo-fi sound. - Referencing other tracks
Choose reference tracks that are close to the sound you want to achieve and challenge yourself to see how close you can get with Korg Gadget. This should give you hints on how to craft your sound.
In any case, how you utilize the high-quality sound of Korg Gadget is up to the creator. Pursue your ideal sound according to your genre and concept. “Dirtying up” a sound that is too perfect can be one of the joys of music production.
- Crafting your sound design
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