Can I generate multiple versions?

Yes, each generation creates a unique variation. Try with "Variation 1", "Slower version" etc.

How to get a more professional result?

Specify instruments ("Rhodes electric piano"), atmosphere ("rainy urban night") and references ("Daft Punk style").

Tutorial

Create Your First Music with ElevenMusic AI (Complete Guide)

Updated May 9, 2026 · Reading time: 10 min

ElevenMusic interface with AI music being generated — ElevenMusic's intuitive interface for creating AI music

ElevenMusic by ElevenLabs revolutionizes music creation by letting anyone generate original tracks in seconds — no instrument required, no DAW knowledge needed. You describe what you want in plain text and the AI composes for you. This step-by-step guide covers everything from account creation to final export.

What Is ElevenMusic, Exactly?

ElevenMusic is the music-generation module of ElevenLabs, the same company behind industry-leading AI voices. Launched in late 2024, it uses an audio diffusion model trained on a licensed music library to create original tracks from a simple text prompt.

What sets it apart from Suno or Udio:

Native integration inside the ElevenLabs ecosystem — one account for voice AND music.
Licensing agreements with rights holders (Merlin, Kobalt) to reduce commercial-claim risk.
API access for developers who want to automate music generation in their own apps.
Working free plan: 10 generations/month, no credit card required.

Step 1: Access ElevenMusic and Create an Account

Go to the official ElevenMusic website and create a free account. Sign-up takes under 2 minutes with an email or Google account. The Free plan includes 10 generations per month — plenty to explore the tool.

Tip: If you already have an ElevenLabs account for AI voices, it gives you direct access to ElevenMusic — no need to re-register.

Step 2: Understand the Interface in 3 Minutes

The ElevenMusic studio has 3 main areas:

Prompt area: The text field where you describe your music. This is where everything happens.
Advanced settings: Duration, musical style, suggested instruments, tempo (BPM), mood. These are optional but significantly improve output quality.
Player and history: Generations are saved automatically. You can replay, download, or re-generate with variations.

On first visit, explore ElevenLabs' built-in presets — they showcase the range of available genres (pop, cinematic, lo-fi, electro, jazz, world music, etc.).

Step 3: Writing a Good Music Prompt

Prompt quality is the single biggest factor in output quality. A vague prompt produces generic music; a precise prompt produces exactly what you imagined. Here is the formula that works consistently:

[Genre] + [Instruments] + [Mood/Atmosphere] + [Tempo] + [Use case] + [Optional duration]

Concrete examples by use case:

Use case	Example prompt
YouTube intro	"Dynamic electro intro with bright synths and punchy beat, 10 seconds, cyberpunk style, no vocals"
Podcast background	"Calm lo-fi ambient with piano and soft rain, 3 minutes, no dominant melody"
Cinematic score	"Epic orchestral crescendo with strings and tribal percussion, fantasy adventure vibe, 90 seconds"
Social media content	"Energetic pop with female AI vocals, catchy hooks, 128 BPM, TikTok viral style"
E-learning / training	"Neutral focus background music, minimalist piano, no strong rhythm, for work or study"

Step 4: Advanced Parameters That Make a Difference

Don't skip the advanced options, especially for professional use:

Parameter	Recommended values	Impact
Duration	30 s to test, 2-3 min for a full track	Credit cost
Style	Pop, Electro, Cinematic, Lo-fi, Jazz, World...	Overall genre
Instruments	Name them explicitly in the prompt	Sound precision
BPM	60-80 for ambient, 120-140 for energy	Perceived rhythm
Mood	Happy, melancholic, epic, mysterious...	Emotion conveyed

Pro tip: Start with simple prompts ("energetic pop music") to validate the style, then progressively refine by adding instrument and atmosphere details.

Step 5: Generate, Listen, Iterate

Click "Generate" — generation takes 15 to 45 seconds depending on requested duration. If the result doesn't fully satisfy you:

Re-generate with the same prompt: each generation is unique, you'll get a different variation.
Add details: if the rhythm is too slow, add "tempo 130 BPM"; if the melody is too busy, add "stripped-back arrangement".
Segment for long tracks: generate intro, verse, and chorus separately, then assemble in an audio editor.

Step 6: Export and Use Your Music

Once satisfied, several export options are available:

MP3 or WAV download: available on all plans, including Free.
Direct share link: to send a preview to a client or collaborator.
API integration: for developers who want to automate music generation in their workflow.

For commercial use (monetized YouTube, ads, streaming), check your ElevenLabs plan's terms. Creator and higher plans include full commercial rights.

Full example: Music for a travel YouTube video

Goal: a 2-minute cinematic soundtrack for a Southeast Asia travel montage.

"Epic cinematic music with Indian sitar and Asian percussion, adventure and discovery atmosphere, progressive crescendo, 2 minutes, no vocals"

Result generated in 30 seconds. Usable directly on YouTube with reduced claim risk (per ElevenLabs terms).

ElevenMusic Plans & Pricing (2026)

Plan	Price	Generations/month	Commercial rights
Free	$0	10	Personal use only
Starter	~$5/mo	30	Personal + limited projects
Creator	~$22/mo	100	Full commercial included
Pro	~$99/mo	500	Full commercial + API

The Creator plan offers the best value for regular content creators.

Creation FAQ

Yes, every click on "Generate" creates a unique variation even with an identical prompt. Try adding "Variation 1", "Slower version", or "Minimalist arrangement" to guide the variation.

Specify instruments ("Rhodes electric piano", "fretless bass"), atmosphere ("rainy urban night", "forest at dawn") and stylistic references ("Daft Punk style", "Hans Zimmer vibe"). The more precise the prompt, the more controlled the result.

ElevenLabs has agreements with rights holders (Merlin, Kobalt) to reduce claim risk. This doesn't guarantee zero strikes, especially for commercial use. Check your plan's terms before monetizing.

Yes, ElevenMusic supports AI-sung vocal generation. Specify "with sung vocals in English" or "female AI vocals" in your prompt. Vocal quality depends on the model used.

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