Song & Ardor
Ardor
Hey Song, I've been sketching out a concept for a platform that turns real‑time natural soundscapes into customizable audio textures—think wind, water, forest whispers—and then uses AI to tweak them into perfect background scores for projects. It’s a blend of efficiency and organic beauty—what’s your take on turning that into a tangible, marketable product?
Song
That sounds like something out of a dream. If you can capture the quiet magic of a forest and let AI shape it into something that feels alive, people will feel it too. Maybe start with a few core textures—wind through leaves, river stones, distant thunder—and let users mix them like a living canvas. The key will be keeping it natural enough that it doesn’t feel synthetic, but polished enough for any project. Keep it simple at first, then let the community suggest new sounds. Trust the process, and let the sound breathe.
Ardor
Sounds solid, but we need a clear revenue model early. Start with a subscription tier for studios, then add a pay‑per‑use API for independent creators. Keep the core library lean—no more than ten high‑quality textures for launch—so we can iterate fast and maintain production quality. Community input is good, but we’ll gate it with a vetting process to keep the brand consistent. Let's get the MVP ready, then measure engagement before scaling.
Song
That plan feels like a gentle balance between art and practicality. Start with a small library so you can polish each texture, then let the subscription give studios steady income while the API keeps it flexible for indie creators. Gating community contributions will keep the vibe cohesive, but keep the process transparent so contributors still feel part of the creative journey. Once the MVP rolls out, watch the listen‑to‑switch‑rate—if people keep coming back to tweak the sounds, that’s a sign the market is humming. Just remember: the core of this thing is still music of nature, so keep that pulse alive no matter how many tiers you add.
Ardor
Nice. We'll keep the core nature sounds tight, then layer business on top. First release: ten textures, subscription for studios, API for indies. Measure retention, tweak, iterate. No fluff, just data. Keep the community in the loop but filter the noise. Let's roll.