Precursor Ventures

Audioshake is a technology company that specializes in music stem creation, enabling musicians, audio engineers, and producers to unlock new opportunities for their music. Utilizing patented AI technology, Audioshake can deconstruct songs into their individual components, or stems, even if the original recordings were not multi-tracked. This capability allows for innovative applications such as remixes, mash-ups, and instrumentals, as well as re-mastering and noise reduction in live recordings. By transforming traditional audio into more interactive and accessible formats, Audioshake enhances the monetization potential for artists and content creators, while also facilitating diverse workflows in sound separation and lyric transcription.

Saga is a company based in Palo Alto, California, that specializes in an application designed to help families preserve the life stories of their loved ones through audio recordings. The application creates a private family channel where these narratives are stored in a podcast format. Users can record these stories by conferencing in multiple family members, allowing for a collective and immersive storytelling experience. This functionality enables families to capture and save cherished memories, which can be downloaded and revisited later, fostering a sense of nostalgia and connection among family members.

Developer of a next-generation podcast platform intended for creators to bring the audience into the story through live, interactive, virtual shows. The company's platform is made for podcasting and conversing with listeners through said podcasts, enabling podcast hosts to distribute shows everywhere with the click of a button, understand what their audiences want more of with sophisticated analytics, and connect with those audiences in real-time.

Heart to Heart is an audio-first dating app aiming to bring back some intimacy to the process of finding the right person for next foray.

Audioshake is a technology company that specializes in music stem creation, enabling musicians, audio engineers, and producers to unlock new opportunities for their music. Utilizing patented AI technology, Audioshake can deconstruct songs into their individual components, or stems, even if the original recordings were not multi-tracked. This capability allows for innovative applications such as remixes, mash-ups, and instrumentals, as well as re-mastering and noise reduction in live recordings. By transforming traditional audio into more interactive and accessible formats, Audioshake enhances the monetization potential for artists and content creators, while also facilitating diverse workflows in sound separation and lyric transcription.

People love creation and sharing apps. Instagram lets everyone feel like a pro photographer. TikTok lets everyone feel like a filmmaker. But why isn’t there an app that lets everyone feel like a music producer? MashApp's mission is to make music creation fun for non-musicians. We believe one way to do that is to let people play with their favorite music. We think people have always done this through DJ'ing, mix tapes, mashups and karaoke. We believe that new A.I. technologies will take this type of musical play to another level. We want this new creative play to be a great experience for fans and artists. You can mashup popular songs, share your creations with friends via messaging apps, listen to mashups from the MashApp community, and follow your favorite creators.

Tribe is an e-fitness platform founded in 2020 by Justin Marston and based in Austin, Texas. The application caters to boutique studios and local gyms, enabling them to offer a digital workout experience. Tribe provides online and live workout classes, along with functional training, allowing users to engage with local fitness communities. The platform aims to replicate the in-person boutique experience by facilitating connections and interactions among members, ensuring that users can enjoy a sense of community similar to that found in physical fitness locations.

Developer of a data streaming processor designed to transform stream processing, making it accessible and flexible for all users. The company supports workloads powering industrial internet-of-things, finance, consumer technology and cyber security, enabling clients to connect to hundreds of data sources and use the entire ecosystem of data processing libraries.

Stealth audio startup.

The company is currently operating in stealth mode.

Salut Interactive, Inc. is an online platform based in San Francisco, California, that facilitates virtual fitness experiences. Launched in 2020, the platform enables fitness trainers to schedule, stream, and monetize live video workouts while providing users the opportunity to participate in these sessions. Participants can connect with trainers and fellow users, fostering a sense of community and motivation. By offering a space for live interactions, Salut helps individuals maintain their fitness routines from home, making health and wellness more accessible.

Betty Labs Incorporated, founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, California, specializes in developing sports trivia applications aimed at enhancing fan engagement. The company's flagship product, Sideline, is a live mobile game that allows viewers to win money by making predictions about sports events as they unfold on television. This interactive experience transforms mundane moments into exciting opportunities for competition and social interaction among friends. Additionally, Betty Labs offers Locker Room, a social audio platform that connects fans with sports insiders and athletes for live discussions, creating a space for fans to engage deeply with topics and teams they care about.

Feedcast is an online platform that facilitates the discovery of new podcasts and enables content creators to monetize their work through audio courses. The platform allows podcasters and other content producers to develop and host audio courses, which can be accessed by students and listeners on the go. By providing tools for creating and selling audio content, Feedcast aims to enhance the financial opportunities for creators while making it easier for audiences to engage with new educational material.

Provider of on-demand workforce intended to assist industries with a vast network of hand-picked professionals across the globe. The company's platform offers audio, video and social storytelling production and has curated a global community of producers, editors, audio engineers and sound designers, enabling clients to get a professional workforce for their projects.

Drivetime, Inc. is a company that develops interactive audio games specifically designed for users to play while driving. Founded in 2018 and based in San Francisco, California, Drivetime offers a platform that enables hands-free, voice-driven gameplay, allowing players to engage in trivia and challenge friends, family, and co-workers without distraction. The company's focus on non-distracting games aims to enhance the driving experience while prioritizing safety.

Audm is a mobile application that transforms long-form print journalism into professionally narrated audio content. Launched in 2016, the app utilizes professional voice actors to read news articles, providing users with an enjoyable listening experience. By bridging the gap between traditional print media and the growing digital audio market, Audm allows users to conveniently consume news while on the go. This innovative platform caters to the increasing demand for accessible audio journalism, making it easier for audiences to engage with in-depth reporting.

Scout FM is a San Francisco-based company that specializes in creating personalized podcast radio stations. Founded in 2017 by Cara Meverden, Saul Carlin, and Dan McCartney, the company leverages data and artificial intelligence to curate high-quality audio content, including podcasts and talk radio shows. Scout FM aims to transform the audio listening experience by combining the accessibility of traditional radio with advanced editorial curation, allowing users to customize their stations based on personal preferences. This innovative approach enhances how listeners discover and engage with audio content, making it more tailored and enjoyable.