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Suno Instrumental Prompts: Beats, Background Music & More

Last updated: February 2026

Not every track needs vocals. Whether you're making beats to sell, background music for content, or ambient soundscapes, this guide gives you the exact prompts to generate clean instrumentals with Suno AI.

To understand the fundamentals, read our guide on how Suno prompts work.

How to Get Instrumentals in Suno

Three methods to ensure Suno generates instrumental-only tracks:

Method 1: "No Vocals" in Style Prompt

Add "no vocals" or "instrumental" prominently in your style prompt. Place it early for best results.

lo-fi hip hop, instrumental, no vocals, jazzy piano, vinyl crackle, mellow drums, relaxing study music

Method 2: Empty Lyrics Field + Tags

Leave the lyrics field completely empty, or use only instrumental tags:

[Instrumental]
[Verse - Instrumental]
[Chorus - Instrumental]
[Outro - Fade]

Method 3: Negative Prompting (v5)

In Suno v5, explicitly exclude vocal elements:

electronic ambient, atmospheric pads, deep bass, no vocals, no singing, no humming, no choir, no voice

Best practice: Combine all three methods for the cleanest instrumental output. Use "no vocals" in your style prompt, leave lyrics empty or use [Instrumental] tags, and add negative prompts if vocals still appear.

Beat Prompts by Genre

Trap Beats

Hard Trap

trap beat, hard-hitting 808s, aggressive, crisp hi-hats, dark melody, ominous synths, no vocals, 140 BPM, drill influence
beat selling rap instrumental

Melodic Trap

melodic trap, emotional piano, soft 808s, atmospheric, sad vibes, dreamy pads, no vocals, 130 BPM, lil baby type beat
emotional melodic rap

Drill Beat

UK drill, sliding 808s, aggressive hi-hats, dark piano melody, menacing, no vocals, 140 BPM, london drill
UK drill aggressive

Lo-Fi Beats

Lo-Fi Hip Hop

lo-fi hip hop, instrumental, vinyl crackle, jazzy piano chops, mellow drums, warm bass, nostalgic, no vocals, 85 BPM, study music
study beats chill

Lo-Fi Jazz

lo-fi jazz, instrumental, saxophone samples, dusty drums, upright bass, late night vibes, warm tape saturation, no vocals, 75 BPM
jazz hop relaxing

Lo-Fi Ambient

lo-fi ambient, instrumental, soft pads, gentle rain sounds, minimal drums, ethereal, peaceful, no vocals, 70 BPM, sleep music
ambient sleep

Boom Bap / Classic Hip Hop

90s Boom Bap

boom bap, instrumental, dusty drums, jazz samples, vinyl crackle, golden era hip hop, no vocals, 92 BPM, new york style
classic hip hop sample-based

Soulful Boom Bap

boom bap, instrumental, soul samples, warm piano, punchy drums, bass groove, no vocals, 88 BPM, j dilla inspired
soulful producer beat

Electronic / EDM

Future Bass

future bass, instrumental, supersaws, heavy sidechain, emotional chord progression, drop, build up, no vocals, 150 BPM
EDM festival

Deep House

deep house, instrumental, rolling bassline, filtered chords, four on the floor, hypnotic groove, no vocals, 122 BPM, underground
house music club

Synthwave

synthwave, instrumental, analog synths, arpeggios, 80s retro, neon vibes, driving beat, no vocals, 118 BPM, outrun
retro 80s

Techno

techno, instrumental, driving kick, hypnotic synths, industrial textures, dark warehouse, no vocals, 130 BPM, berlin techno
club dark

Ambient / Atmospheric

Cinematic Ambient

cinematic ambient, instrumental, evolving pads, subtle textures, vast soundscape, emotional depth, no vocals, slow tempo, film score
soundtrack atmospheric

Dark Ambient

dark ambient, instrumental, drones, eerie textures, tension building, horror atmosphere, no vocals, very slow, unsettling
horror tension

Space Ambient

space ambient, instrumental, cosmic pads, deep reverb, floating textures, stars and galaxies, no vocals, ethereal, meditation
meditation cosmic

Orchestral / Cinematic

Epic Orchestral

epic orchestral, instrumental, full orchestra, dramatic strings, powerful brass, timpani, heroic theme, no vocals, cinematic trailer
trailer music epic

Emotional Strings

emotional orchestral, instrumental, solo violin, gentle strings, piano accompaniment, melancholic, tender, no vocals, slow tempo
emotional film score

Action Score

action score, instrumental, intense strings, pounding drums, brass stabs, urgent rhythm, chase scene, no vocals, 140 BPM
action intense

Acoustic / Organic

Acoustic Guitar

acoustic guitar, instrumental, fingerpicking, warm and intimate, folk influence, natural reverb, no vocals, gentle tempo
folk acoustic

Piano Solo

solo piano, instrumental, classical influence, emotional, dynamic range, concert hall, no vocals, rubato timing
classical piano

Jazz Instrumental

jazz trio, instrumental, upright bass, brushed drums, piano improvisation, smoky club, no vocals, 120 BPM, bebop influence
jazz trio

Background / Functional Music

Corporate Background

corporate background, instrumental, inspiring, uplifting, clean production, motivational, professional, no vocals, moderate tempo
business presentation

YouTube Background

background music, instrumental, unobtrusive, subtle energy, doesn't compete with voice, clean mix, no vocals, 100 BPM
content creator voiceover

Podcast Intro

podcast intro, instrumental, modern and clean, memorable hook, professional, builds to conclusion, no vocals, 15 seconds
podcast intro

Removing Vocals from Existing Tracks

If you generated a track with vocals and want an instrumental version:

Using Suno Studio

  1. Open your track in Suno Studio
  2. Click "Stems" to separate the track
  3. Download only the instrumental stems: Drums, Bass, and Other
  4. Skip the Vocals stem
  5. Combine the instrumental stems in your DAW if needed

Pro Tip: Studio's stem separation works well for AI-generated tracks. The "Other" stem contains melodic elements like synths, guitars, and keys—combine it with Drums and Bass for a clean instrumental.

Best Practices for Instrumental Prompts

Be Specific About Instruments

Don't just say "electronic"—list the instruments you want:

❌ electronic, no vocals, chill
✓ electronic, no vocals, analog synth pads, arpeggiated bassline, crisp 808 drums, ambient textures, chill

Include Production Descriptors

Describe the sound quality you want:

Specify Tempo and Energy

Instrumentals benefit from clear tempo and energy direction:

Selling Instrumental Beats

Suno instrumentals can be sold on beat marketplaces with a paid subscription:

Where to Sell

Licensing Tiers

License Typical Price Rights
MP3 Lease $20-30 Limited streams, non-exclusive
WAV Lease $50-75 Higher quality, more streams
Trackouts/Stems $100-150 Separated files for mixing
Exclusive $200-1000+ Full ownership transfer

Stem Advantage: Use Suno Studio to separate stems before selling trackout licenses. Buyers expect individual drum, bass, and melody files.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make Suno generate instrumentals only?

Add "instrumental" or "no vocals" to your style prompt. For best results, also add specific instrument descriptors and leave the lyrics field empty or use [Instrumental] tags. Example: "lo-fi hip hop instrumental, no vocals, jazzy piano, vinyl crackle, chill beats".

What's the best prompt for beats in Suno?

For beats, be specific about the style and drums: "trap beat, hard-hitting 808s, crisp hi-hats, dark melody, no vocals, 140 BPM". Include the genre, drum style, melodic elements, and always specify "no vocals" or "instrumental".

Why does Suno add vocals when I want instrumental?

Make sure you're not putting lyrics in the lyrics field—leave it empty or use only [Instrumental] tags. Also ensure "no vocals" or "instrumental" appears prominently in your style prompt, ideally near the beginning.

Can I use Suno instrumentals for beat selling?

Yes, with a paid Suno subscription (Pro or Premier), you have full commercial rights. You can sell beats on BeatStars, Airbit, or your own website. The beats are yours to license however you want.

How do I remove vocals from an existing Suno track?

Use Suno Studio's stem separation feature. Load your track, click "Stems", and download only the instrumental stems (drums, bass, other). The vocals stem can be discarded, leaving you with a clean instrumental.

What BPM should I use for different genres?

Common ranges: Lo-fi (70-90 BPM), Boom Bap (85-95 BPM), Trap (130-150 BPM), House (120-130 BPM), Techno (125-135 BPM), Drum and Bass (160-180 BPM). Include exact BPM in your prompt for better results.

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