Vocaloid

Yamaha's legendary singing-voice synthesizer software with AI-assisted vocal synthesis.

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What is Vocaloid?

Vocaloid is Yamaha's singing-voice synthesizer software that lets users create realistic sung vocals by entering lyrics and melody. Version 6 introduced the VOCALOID:AI engine, which improves the naturalness and expressiveness of synthesized voices. A Vocaloid Mobile Digital Editor is also available as a subscription-based version of the software.

Key features

  • Lyric and melody-based vocal synthesis
  • VOCALOID:AI engine in version 6
  • Large library of character voicebanks
  • Mobile digital editor with subscription
  • Export sung vocals for music production

Pros

  • Industry-standard vocal synth for music producers
  • AI engine produces more natural phrasing
  • Huge existing voicebank ecosystem

Cons

  • Learning curve for beginners
  • Voicebanks are sold separately

Vocaloid at a glance

PricingPaid
CategoryVideo & Audio
Platformswindows, macos, ios
CompanyYamaha
Official websitewww.vocaloid.com
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Vocaloid FAQs

What is Vocaloid?

Vocaloid is Yamaha's singing-voice synthesizer software that lets users create realistic sung vocals by entering lyrics and melody. Version 6 introduced the VOCALOID:AI engine, which improves the naturalness and expressiveness of synthesized voices. A Vocaloid Mobile Digital Editor is also available as a subscription-based version of the software.

What are the main features of Vocaloid?

Vocaloid offers Lyric and melody-based vocal synthesis, VOCALOID:AI engine in version 6, Large library of character voicebanks, Mobile digital editor with subscription and Export sung vocals for music production.

How much does Vocaloid cost?

Vocaloid is a paid product. Prices and plans change over time, so check its official website for the current pricing before you buy.

What are the pros and cons of Vocaloid?

Strengths of Vocaloid include Industry-standard vocal synth for music producers; AI engine produces more natural phrasing; Huge existing voicebank ecosystem. On the downside, Learning curve for beginners; Voicebanks are sold separately.