Summary
Suno AI v3.5 arrived in May 2024. It could make songs up to four minutes long and add up to two minutes to a song. Suno also said it improved how a song’s parts fit together and how the vocals sound. Suno added Audio Inputs in June, after this post’s May 27 publication. This guide covers v3.5 and possible business uses.
What Suno AI v3.5 does
Suno opened v3.5 early access on May 24, 2024. It became available to everyone on May 30. The release notes describe longer songs and extensions. Suno also said the update improved song structure, or how the parts fit together. It said the update improved vocal flow, or how the singing sounds. For another tool’s approach, see Udio and the songs topping AI playlists.
Suno AI before v3.5
Suno launched in December 2023. People could make songs by typing prompts, or written instructions. Versions 2 and 3 could make full songs. Version 3.5 added features to them.
Suno AI v3.5 features in 2024
1. Extended Song Length
Version 3.5 could make audio clips up to four minutes long. Before that, the limit was two minutes. Businesses could use longer music in ads or in-store playlists.
2. Song structure and vocal flow
Suno’s v3.5 release notes say the update improved how a song’s parts fit together and how the vocals sound. This does not mean every song has clear vocals or is ready to publish.
Other Suno features and workflows in 2024
Audio Inputs arrived after the v3.5 preview
Suno announced Audio Inputs on June 12, 2024, after this article’s May 27 publication. Pro and Premier users could upload or record a sound clip between 6 and 60 seconds long. They could then add to the clip to make a song. Suno opened the feature to free users on June 28. See the Audio Inputs release notes.
Prompts and Custom Mode
The 2024 guide recommends naming the kind of music and mood in a prompt. Custom Mode let users add words to sing and a song title. Suno’s v3.5 release notes did not call these new features of v3.5.
Explore Styles
Suno added Explore Styles to its library on May 29, 2024. The update let users choose a song style and find other songs with a similar sound. Suno listed this as a library feature, separate from the v3.5 model changes, in its release notes.
Business uses for generated music
1. Marketing and Advertising
Businesses could make a short tune, called a jingle, for an ad or background music for a video. Check the words, sound, and fit with your brand before using a track.
2. In-Store Playlists
Stores, hotels, and restaurants could use Suno AI v3.5 to make playlists for customers. They could choose music that fits the place and business.
3. Event Soundtracks
Businesses could play longer music at an event or when launching a product.
4. Custom Brand Music
A business could make a short theme song. It could use it in social posts, at events, or as music customers hear while waiting on the phone.
5. Content Creation
The 2024 guide listed YouTubers, podcasters, and social media creators as possible users. They could use Suno AI v3.5 to make music for videos, podcasts, or posts. For help with lyrics, vocals, and cover art, see our Udio guide.
Watermarking and commercial rights
The 2024 post said Suno used a watermark, or digital mark, to identify songs made with the service. A watermark does not prove a song is original. It also does not give you permission to use the song for business. Check usage rights before using a track.
Launch feedback and planned v4
Pro and Premier members tested an early version of v3.5 in 2024. The announcement said they shared feedback. Suno said v4 was in development at the time, but its plans may have changed since then.
How the 2024 guide said to use Suno AI v3.5
When this post appeared in 2024, Suno offered free, Pro, and Premier plans. The guide said paid plans included more credits, or chances to make songs. It also said they allowed business use and reduced wait times. Check Suno’s current terms before relying on those details.
Setup steps
- Sign up: Create an account on Suno’s website. The 2024 guide says users could sign up with a Google account.
- Choose a plan: The 2024 free tier offered 50 credits per day, according to the guide. Paid plans offered more. Check Suno’s current plan for today’s allowance.
- Create a song: Write instructions that name the kind of music, mood, and details you want.
- Customize: In Custom Mode, add the words to sing, choose a kind of music, and give the song a title.
- Generate: Select Create to make the song.
- Review and edit: Listen to the track, then revise it if it needs work.
- Download: Download the music when you are happy with it. Check Suno’s current terms before using it for business.
Before using Suno for business
This section describes Suno as it worked in 2024. Check Suno’s current plans and terms before using it for business. For more context, see our complete guide to AI music and the creator business.
FAQ
What are the main Suno AI v3.5 features?
Suno AI v3.5 arrived in May 2024. It could make songs up to four minutes long and add up to two minutes to a song. Suno also said it improved how a song’s parts fit together and how the vocals sound. Audio Inputs arrived in June, after this post appeared in May. This guide covers v3.5 and possible business uses.
How many free credits did Suno v3.5 offer per day?
The post says Suno’s free plan offered 50 credits each day in 2024. Users spent credits to make songs. Suno’s current amount may be different.
How do I use Suno AI v3.5 Custom Mode?
In the 2024 guide, Custom Mode let users add words to sing, choose a kind of music, and give the song a title before making it.
