With a wave of new AI tools, creating music has never been simpler. I just churned out a soundtrack in one day using Udio. Sure, it’s just a 16-minute piece, but think about it—it used to take forever to achieve this level of quality.

Is it as original as something crafted solely by a person? Perhaps not. But for many, that swap is totally worth it.

I kicked off this project with both Suno and Udio, but Udio really stole the show. 🎧 I just couldn’t step away from it.

• The Creative Process
• Breaking Down the Workflow
• Editing in Ableton
• Artistic Concessions
• Tips for Creating Your Own Soundtrack
• Final Result & Conclusion

The Creative Process

I could've rushed through my soundtrack, but I wanted each note to capture the essence of Might and Magic IX. I had this picture in my head of how it should all flow.

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Breaking Down the Workflow

I divided my soundtrack into separate tracks, honing in on the feelings and keywords for each game region.

There are eight regions, which means eight tracks. Simple math!

I picked the instruments that fit each track best.

Getting the Starting Point

This part was easy—I threw my keywords into Udio, and it generated two variations, each about 30 seconds long.

Getting that initial sound just right? Crucial. Some songs needed four variations, while others required up to 16 to find the perfect vibe.

As I received outputs, I refined my prompts, simplifying keywords until I captured my vision just right.

Example Prompt: Orchestral, cinematic, simple, basilisk, imp, magic, exploration

Extending to Completion

Once I found a clip I liked, I fleshed it out into a full piece.

I mostly went for the instrumental option, except for one lucky instance where I got some choir vocals.

👉 Creating instrumental music is usually easier than perfecting convincing AI-generated vocals.

Using manual mode often gives better results since Udio's prompts can sometimes take detours. But it’s getting better with time.

I repeated this process across all tracks.

Editing in Ableton

The editing stage was surprisingly seamless.

After polishing off the tracks, I brought them into Ableton to fine-tune the transitions and sync them to the game’s rhythm.

Fades are magic! Cross-fading is a trusty tool, but sometimes, a sharp cut is all you need.

👉 PRO TIP: Always slap a limiter or maximizer on your master track to keep distortion at bay.

Editing is shaping the future of AI music. Think of AI as your trusty tool. You still need to refine the pieces it spits out. Udio is stepping up with features like inpainting and remixing to help in that regard.

For now, software like Ableton is essential for polishing up those outputs to match your vision.

Artistic Concessions

Being an artist often involves trade-offs.

Are you okay with using someone else’s tools? What about leaning on sound samples instead of crafting everything from the ground up?

Some artists shy away from AI entirely, and that's totally fine. Others prefer the manual touch—like a sketch artist who only uses a pencil.

But remember, experimentation is part of the adventure. Sometimes, you have to iterate multiple times to find the right fit. Kicking off each song properly sets the tone.

Creating Your Own Soundtrack, The Easy Way

Good luck on your soundtrack journey! Check out my other articles for extra tips on using these AI tools.

Your approach to guiding the AI hugely impacts the final result.

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Final Result & Conclusion

You can totally create a fantasy soundtrack in just one day with AI—it's a game changer. Just remember: use AI to express your unique perspective. Edit and shape the results until they truly feel like you. Happy soundtracking!