Generative AI
May 20, 2026
Stability AI launches new audio models capable of generating six-minute songs
May 20, 2026
AI Summary
Stability AI has introduced Stability Audio 3.0, a new family of audio models that can create professional-grade music lasting over six minutes. The models include small, medium, and large versions, with the latter available only through paid services. This release marks a significant advancement from the previous version, which could only generate shorter compositions.
- Stability AI has released a new family of audio models called Stability Audio 3.0, which includes four models: small SFX, small, medium, and large.
- The small models can generate sound and music for up to two minutes, while the medium and large models can create compositions lasting 6 minutes and 20 seconds.
- The new models are built on fully licensed data, following previous partnerships with Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group.
- The small SFX, small, and medium models are available with open weights for public use, while the large model is accessible only through API and paid services.
- Stability AI is also developing products aimed at professional musicians, led by Ethan Kaplan, a former executive at Universal Audio and Fender.
- The audio generation market is competitive, with other companies like Google and ElevenLabs also developing similar technologies, highlighting the importance of data licensing and partnerships in the industry.
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