Noctal Raises $1.8 Million in Seed Round
Noctal, an AI-driven audio engine for content creators, has secured $1.8 million in seed funding. The company, founded by Isaiah Chavous, aims to simplify sound design by automating effects placement in videos. The investment will support its upcoming product launch in 2025.
The funding round was announced on March 11, 2025, via Business Wire. Caruso Ventures, a Boulder-based venture capital firm, led the investment, contributing between $500,000 and $1 million. Additional backers included Media Empire Ventures, Mitchell Smith, and Tony Kemp.
Noctal’s platform uses AI and machine learning to sync sound effects with video actions. This technology helps creators save time while maintaining high-quality audio. The company’s mission is to empower artists by blending human creativity with advanced tools. The $1.8 million raised will go toward refining the platform and preparing for its official release later this year. Noctal’s website, https://www.noctal.xyz/, describes its software as a solution for audio and sound design challenges.
With this funding, Noctal plans to expand its AI capabilities and finalise its 2025 launch. The investment from Caruso Ventures and others highlights growing interest in AI-powered creative tools. The company’s focus remains on making sound design more accessible for content creators.
