The interactive boundaries of AI music generation have been further expanded, and creators now have a more precise "conductor's baton."

On April 10th, the large model company MiniMax officially released its new music generation model Music 2.6. This update is not a simple version upgrade, but rather a comprehensive evolution from the underlying engine to the front-end creation tools.

Core Upgrades: Smarter, Smoother, Better Sounding

Music 2.6 has undergone significant optimization at the technical level, focusing on solving pain points in AI music generation:

  • Significant Reduction in Latency: The generation logic has been optimized, significantly reducing the waiting time for users from inputting commands to hearing the melody.

  • Precise Control: The model's control accuracy over rhythm, style, and emotion has been enhanced, making the generated music more in line with the expectations of creators.

  • Acoustic Quality: The acoustic quality has been improved, resulting in more delicate and spatially rich audio, further narrowing the gap with professional studio recordings.

Innovative Features: Launch of "Cover" and AI Agent Skills

The biggest highlight of this release is the introduction of two new interactive features, aimed at breaking the "black box" state of AI music generation:

  • New "Cover" Creation: Allows users to use the model to "cover" or reshape existing songs, greatly unleashing the potential of music re-creation.

  • Music Skill (Music Ability): Designed for the AI Agent (intelligent entity) ecosystem, this skill enables agents to have native capabilities for music creation, further enriching the application of intelligent entities in various entertainment scenarios.

Creator Benefits: Global Free Beta Testing Now Open

To quickly return the technology to the community, MiniMax has also launched a large-scale experience event:

  • 14-Day Free Trial: Starting today, Music 2.6 is open for a two-week free beta test for creators around the world.

  • Ecosystem Collaboration: Real feedback will be collected through the beta test, aiming to further optimize the practical performance of AI in music creation scenarios.

Conclusion: From "Random Generation" to "Intentional Creation"

When MiniMax Music 2.6 introduces more controllability and the Cover feature, AI music is evolving from a random and fun tool into a creative partner with industrial potential.