Splice Acquires Spitfire Audio for $50M to Boost AI Music Creation
April 28, 2025
Both companies have acknowledged the need for ethical use of AI in music creation, ensuring fair compensation for artists while addressing concerns from creators.
The acquisition reflects a strategic move to integrate high-quality, royalty-free samples and advanced technology to enhance music production.
Splice has rapidly grown since its founding in 2013, boasting over 10 million users and generating more than $100 million in annual revenue.
Founded in 2007, Spitfire Audio is known for its high-end sampled virtual instruments, favored by film and television composers.
Olivier Robert-Murphy, CEO of Spitfire Audio, noted that the partnership will introduce Spitfire's sounds to a broader audience, from amateur producers to professional composers.
New features leveraging artificial intelligence are expected to be released later in 2025, focusing on integrating Spitfire's tools into Splice's workflow.
Post-acquisition, Splice and Spitfire Audio will operate independently, with Spitfire maintaining its brand identity and product experience.
The executives from both companies aim to inspire a new generation of creators by combining their strengths in sound and technology.
This partnership seeks to tap into a rapidly growing music creation market projected to reach $14 billion by 2031, nearly doubling in size.
The collaboration aims to develop a comprehensive toolkit for modern music makers, combining traditional sound libraries with innovative AI technology.
Splice, a music creation start-up, has acquired the UK orchestral sound studio Spitfire Audio for approximately $50 million, aiming to enhance its AI music-making capabilities.
Kakul Srivastava, CEO of Splice, emphasized a commitment to enhancing the creative experience without replacing human creativity through their technology.
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