Suno Studio: How to Add New Instrument Stems — Step-by-Step Guide
Gary WhittakerSuno Studio: How to Add New Instrument Stems — Step-by-Step Guide
Video: Studio Fundamentals — Adding a Brand-New Stem in Suno Studio. Published Oct 17, 2025 · #Suno #MusicProduction #AIMusic Source: official Suno YouTube channel.
What does “Add Stem” mean in Suno Studio?
It allows you to create entirely new instrument parts (like trumpet, guitar, or drums) inside an existing track.
Instead of uploading samples, Suno generates stems from text prompts that fit your song’s rhythm and style.
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How do I set up my project before adding a new stem?
Start by importing or recording a base song on your timeline. You can use tracks from Suno or another DAW.
The key requirement: your timeline must contain audio before you can generate new stems.
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How do I create space for a new instrument?
Select a region on the timeline where you want the new part to appear — for example, after a chorus or during a bridge.
You can remove existing vocals or verses to make space for the new section.
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How does the “Add Stem” prompt menu work?
When you highlight a blank region, a prompt window appears with options such as “Song,” “Vocals,” or “Brass.”
You can describe your part (e.g., “sparse solo trumpet”) and click **Create**.
The system generates the new audio directly in context.
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Example 1 — How do I generate a trumpet solo?
Choose a blank space → select **Brass → Solo Trumpet** → prompt “sparse trumpet solo.”
After creation, you can trim and crossfade the clip for smooth entry and exit.
Use Command + drag to nudge timing if needed.
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Example 2 — How do I add live drums?
Repeat the process, but select **Drums → Live Brushes.**
Prompt “soft live brushed drums.”
If timing feels early or late, hold **Command** and drag to adjust placement on the grid.
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Can I layer multiple generated stems?
Yes. You can build entire new sections by stacking stems (bass, brass, percussion, synths).
Each stem is generated in context, meaning it adapts to the tempo and musical structure of your base track.
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Key Takeaway
Sunо Studio’s “Add Stem” feature transforms how creators expand songs. It bridges generation and production — letting you compose directly from text inside your own arrangement. Start small (a trumpet phrase, brushed drums) and scale into full compositions as Sunо evolves.