How to make sound effects with AI
In Genie Studio, move the playhead (or set a loop) to the moment you want, then choose Add → Sound effect (1 credit). Pick a type — riser, uplifter, reverse cymbal, whoosh, impact, sub drop, downlifter, vinyl stop or crowd — or describe your own. Build-ups are placed so they end exactly on that downbeat; hits start on it. The effect arrives as a new track, and the credit is refunded if it fails.
Melody Genie team · Published · Updated · 4 min read
Steps
Find the moment
Put the playhead on the downbeat where the drop or the new section starts, or set a loop around it.
Open Sound effect
Choose Add → Sound effect (riser, impact, whoosh…) · 1 cr.
Pick the type
Build-ups (riser, uplifter, reverse cymbal, whoosh) end right on the downbeat they lead into. Hits (impact, sub drop, downlifter, vinyl stop, crowd) start on it.
Or describe your own
Choose Describe your own and write it: “glass shattering”, “laser zap”, “thunder”, “door slam”. Add details to any preset type if you want.
Place and blend
The effect lands as a new track at the right time. Lower it under the music, add reverb, or fade it so it supports the transition rather than covering it.
Where effects work best
- Into a drop or chorus: riser, uplifter or reverse cymbal
- On the drop: impact or sub drop
- Out of a big section: downlifter
- Breaks and endings: vinyl stop
- Live feel: crowd
Common mistakes
- Too many effects. One strong transition beats five weak ones.
- Effects too loud. They should lift the moment, not mask the music.
- Wrong spot. Put the playhead exactly on the downbeat before you generate.
Questions
How much does it cost?
1 credit per sound effect, refunded if it fails.
Can I describe any sound?
Yes. Choose Describe your own and write what you hear in your head, up to 200 characters.
Can I reuse an effect?
Yes. Right-click the clip and save it to your library to use it again.