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Mubert

Mubert

AI-Powered Copyright-Free Music Generation Service

Launching an AI startup and raising $200k in pre-seed investment

4k
MAU month 3
13%
Retention D7
$200k
Pre-seed
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Context

In 2015–2017, the generative music market barely existed. Our idea was born from a hypothesis that electronic music could be algorithmically generated based on context (e.g., for running or focus) rather than just recorded. We launched Mubert.com.

Challenge

Design and launch an AI-generated music product from scratch: from developing the music algorithm logic to raising initial investments and building a professional team. Create an endless stream of copyright-free music.

Actions & Solutions

Algorithm Design: Together with the CTO, developed the music generation logic that linked mathematical algorithms with music theory. Personally selected and classified thousands of audio loops for the initial database.

Fundraising & Pitching: Presented the project to investors and funds. The project gained recognition at major festivals (e.g., Alfa Future People).

Team Building: Recruited key specialists to the project, including the future CTO, music director, and database architect.

Product Analytics: Set up analytics systems to track early user behavior and validate Product/Market Fit hypotheses.

Monetization Strategy: In the early stages, laid the foundation for a B2B model (Generative Audio API for business), which later became the company's main revenue driver.

Results

4k
MAU month 3
13%
Retention D7
$200k
Pre-seed
Pre-seed investment raised. The product gained an audience within the first 3 months after launch. Won the Skolkovo startup competition and received a training grant. Product reached Product Hunt Top-5 on launch day. The project grew from a bold idea into a generative music market leader.

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