The startup operates a musician and studio matching platform that utilizes a search engine to connect clients with producers, singers, and audio technicians based on project requirements. This platform streamlines the music production process by enabling users to compare profiles and prices, facilitating efficient online collaboration between musicians and studio owners.
Funding
$460K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Musicians and studio owners often struggle to find each other, leading to inefficient networking and project delays. Existing methods for finding collaborators and booking studio time lack streamlined communication, payment processing, and file sharing capabilities.
Solution
Upsound is a platform designed to connect musicians with recording studios, producers, and mixing/mastering engineers, streamlining the music production process. The platform enables users to search and filter based on specific needs, facilitating hourly or session-based bookings of recording studios and connecting musicians with professionals for services like music production, mixing, mastering, and songwriting. Upsound integrates communication, booking, payment processing, and file sharing into a single platform, ensuring secure transactions and efficient collaboration.
Target Audience
Upsound targets musicians seeking recording studios, producers, and mixing/mastering engineers, as well as studio owners and audio professionals looking to connect with potential clients.
Features
- Search and filter functionality for finding recording studios, producers, and mixing/mastering engineers based on specific criteria.
- Integrated communication tools for direct interaction between musicians and service providers.
- Secure payment processing through Stripe, ensuring safe transactions.
- File-sharing capabilities for easy exchange of audio files and project materials.
- Review system for both musicians and providers to ensure quality and maintain good collaboration.
- Monthly subscription model for providers with 0% commission on bookings.
- Option for providers to create detailed profiles showcasing their skills and services.