Software developer Krotos has recently announced an advancement in its audio production toolkit with the release of an update for its AI Ambience Generator v2, aimed at enhancing the audio landscape for creators in Edinburgh, Scotland, on January 9, 2025. This latest iteration builds on the foundational capabilities introduced in the first version, which was launched in 2024, allowing users to generate unique ambience presets through text prompts.
The AI Ambience Generator v1 enabled creators to describe their desired scene and receive immediate audio feedback; however, Krotos has since extended its functionality significantly with the new update. One of the most notable features of the AI Ambience Generator v2 is its ability to transform visual media into sound. Users can now upload images such as film stills, video screenshots, or concept art. The AI interprets these images to create a custom sound prompt that reflects the depicted scene. This innovation addresses a common challenge faced by those working with AI-generated videos, where the visuals often lack accompanying sound tracks.
Among the key elements of this update is the image-to-sound functionality, which allows for a more intuitive creation process. By simply uploading an image, users can instantly generate a scene-specific audio prompt, thus enhancing the harmony between visuals and sound. This capability not only streamlines the sound creation workflow but also allows users to refine the AI-generated prompts based on specific criteria such as mood, complexity, and overall energy level of the soundscape.
Additionally, the update includes a 2.6GB AI Ambience Expansion Pack that focuses specifically on urban environments, broadening the creative horizons for users. This expansion pack can be integrated within various Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), Non-Linear Editing systems (NLEs), or operated as a standalone tool, catering to a diverse range of production needs. Advanced features such as multi-channel outputs afford users detailed control over individual sound elements, while a preset export function simplifies the sharing and reuse of custom sound settings.
As the creative industry increasingly embraces AI technologies, Krotos’s ongoing developments highlight the potential for automation to transform traditional business practices, particularly in the realms of audio production and multimedia content creation.
Source: Noah Wire Services