Audio has been making a large impact in the startup scene ever since the inception of podcasting. With the industry moving towards voice activated technology and an increase in demand for high quality audio products, it has become an interesting space for startups to contribute unique and innovative solutions in India. This article showcases a selection of startups that were founded in the year 2020 or later, which have been creating waves in the audio industry scene while maintaining their base in India.
The audio industry is diversifying, covering aspects such as e-learning, artificial intelligence, podcasts, music streaming, social networks, video conferencing, language learning, and much more. The companies highlighted here are making strenuous efforts to bring the best of these services in their respective domains. Some of them are offering AI-driven text-to-speech conversion, audio-based e-learning, spiritual audio content, audio sharing platforms, and also tools to build video conferencing infrastructure. The common thread among them is their emphasis on fostering customer interaction through high-quality audio services.
The startups mentioned in this list emphasize the diversity in terms of services and the extensive scope within the audio industry in India. Some are aimed at language learning while others concentrate on building social networks or creating platforms for spiritual content. This is a testament to the increasing diversity of the startup ecosystem in India, servicing niche domains with their unique offerings.
Mentza
Founded by Anand Parameswaran, Anurag Vaish, Divya Balakrishnan, and Fareesh Vijayarangam, Mentza is headquartered in Mumbai. It offers an audio-based conversational learning platform aimed at user engagement through focus-driven conversations. Topics are diverse and conversations are recorded with features like highlights, 40-second snippets, and curated content recommendations. Know more
Listen2It
Founded by Girish Singh, Listen2It is an artificial intelligence-based product with its headquarters in Gurgaon. It offers text-to-speech conversion, helping users convert their brand’s text content into audio through 600+ voices in 75 different languages. Know more
MeHoot
MeHoot is a social audio app headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The platform helps users share their audio content socially. Know more
FameName Media
FameName Media is located in Hyderabad and was founded by Zishan Alam. The company specializes in the reproduction of records, audio, and video from master copies. Know more
Vaarta – Where India Talks
Vaarta, situated in Chennai, was founded by Senthil Venkat. The startup offers an app for downloading and listening to audio shows in preferred regional languages. Know more
Mysticadii
Founded by Aditii Das and Tirupati Balan, Mysticadii is located in Mumbai. The startup specializes in sharing magical stories about Gods and Goddesses for the modern mystics. Know more
Soundfry
Soundfry is based in Kolkata and offers a cutting-edge platform for audio sharing. It enables users to curate their own audio sharing profile. Know more
Breakout
Breakout is an Indianapolis based startup with its founders being Apran Shah, Branden Hampton, Brandon Poplstein, and Devin Johnson. It offers an audio social network, allowing users to create audio rooms, express views, and collaborate. Know more
Brytecam Technologies Pvt. Ltd
Founded by Aniket Behera, Kshitij Gupta, and Sarvesh Dwivedi, Brytecam Technologies Pvt Ltd operates from Bengaluru. The startup helps developers build truly interactive experiences with high-quality audio-video. Know more
Bhasa
Bhasa is based in Bangalore. The startup focuses on providing a platform for language learning. Know more
QuHu
QuHu is a New Delhi-based startup. The platform offers audio-rich applications to deliver superior user experiences. Know more
As the digital wave sweeps over the globe, the demand for high-quality audio services in a diverse array of industries is showing promising growth. Startups like these are leading the way in not only meeting but exceeding user expectations, offering innovative solutions to cater to niche industry needs. With their unyielding dedication towards creating and offering superior audio applications and services, the Indian startup scene is looking spectacular.
GIPHY App Key not set. Please check settings