Vocal Tuning Software

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• 4 Band Shifter is a free and open source Auto Tune software.It can be used to enhance vocals and instruments sounds by adjusting various parameters of 4 frequency bands. It only works on Wavosaur. This free auto tune VST plugin independently shifts Pitch and Volume of 4 frequency bands.By varying the knobs, you can get a tuned vocal output.
• A tuner is a great tool for training one's ear to hear pitch and determine whether notes are sharp or flat. An effective way to use a tuner is with long tones: leave the tuner on while practicing them and watch the indicator, adjusting your embouchure each time you get out of tune.
• Autotalent by Oli Larkin is a great real-time pitch correction auto-tune Vst plugin. The Autotalent plugin ensures that only the specified notes are hit. Also, use this auto-tune Vst plugin to make Cher-like vocal effects, or use it as a simple pitch shifting / pitch correction audio effect.

To get your track vocals just right, there's nothing better than specialized vocal software. Offering everything you need to get started, as well as advanced features if you're really into production, these software sets will completely transform your studio setup. A digital audio workstation (DAW) is a more heavy-duty version of voice recording software. This kind of software can handle more inputs and tracks, has wider file format compatibility, and generally produces higher quality audio files. Because DAWs are more powerful, they cost more and are predominantly made for audio professionals.

Whether you're a home producer or work at a major recording studio, Autotune and other pitch correction software can help deal with a weak vocal performance.

In a hurry? I love Melodyne 4 Studio from Celemony. It's sounds incredible, leaving little to no artifacts on vocals recorded in a treated space, but are in need of a little fixing.

But Autotune isn't reserved exclusively for pitch correction. T-Pain popularized the hard-straightened pitch, even going as far as releasing an iOS app called 'I Am T-Pain.'

Pitch correction software can also be utilized for other instruments as well. I've even used VariAudio (the 'Autotune' built into Cubase) on bass guitar parts that were slightly out of tune. The result was surprisingly excellent, with little to no audio artifacts.

There's a lot you can do with Autotune and similar software.

With so many options for producers, how can you decide on which one to use? Fortunately, I've had the experience working with many pitch correction plugins to weed out the good from the bad.

I'm going to include both free and paid options, so please read on!

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1) Antares Auto-Tune Pro (Paid)

Auto-Tune is the original pitch correction software. It's so popular that its name is synonymous and is more of a colloquial term.

Antares gives you a couple of options to pick from depending on your needs — Pro, Artist, Access, or EFX+. As you'd guess, the price moves up the more features there are.

Auto-Tune is very hands-off. I'd even go as far as to say that it's the most straightforward plugin for correcting pitch.

Pros

• Easy to use for beginners
• Lightweight on memory
• Great-looking user interface

Cons

• AUTO mode is limited
• Difficult for beginners to use GRAPH
• A little outdated compared

When using Auto-Tune on a vocal track in AUTO mode, set the key, the retune speed, and the amount of humanization. You should be able to hit the playback button now and hear hopefully great results.

Because it's simplicity, I find that it doesn't perform as well as others (when using the quick settings) that require more fine-tune vocal editing.

To fix an abysmal vocal performance, use the graph mode and hand tune each note to your liking. This process is much more complicated but yields a far better result.

I am not huge on Auto-Tune (I know many are), but it can deliver exceptional results. If you take the time to learn how to use it properly, you'll have great-sounding vocals with ease.

Auto-Tune from Antares is available at Plugin Boutique.

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2) Steinberg VariAudio — Cubase Pro (Paid)

Steinberg's VariAudio is a pitch correction software included in Cubase Pro. It's not a standalone plugin, so you won't be able to use it if you don't own Cubase Pro.

But, for those of you with Cubase who didn't realize your DAW has pitch correction, rejoice!

I love VariAudio — so much so that I couldn't imagine switching DAWs. I've been on Cubase for ten years, so I know my way around, but VariAudio is the one thing that will keep me as a forever customer.

Pros

• Integrated into Cubase
• Quick to edit any clip
• Very fast and no CPU

Cons

• Audio artifacts are very noticeable if not careful
• Limited cutting resolution
• Not intuitive at first

VariAudio functions similar to Melodyne and Auto-Tune's graph mode. Double-clicking on a clip opens up the editor, where you can choose to enable VariAudio — no plugin required.

From here, it's simple as using Pitch Quantize and Straighten Pitch on each clip. Cutting clips also helps pitch only individual sections of a waveform.

The newest version of VariAudio introduced some incredible options for adjusting pitch that make the software even more valuable.

I highly recommend considering Cubase Pro if you plan to switch DAWs — for VariAudio exclusively!

Steinberg's Cubase Pro is available from Plugin Fox.

3) Celemony Melodyne (Paid)

We're moving up the price ladder, but for a good reason. Melodyne from Celemony is one of the most utilized pitch correction plugins used by professional vocal editors and producers.

Melodyne offers (to my ears) the most accurate and musical sounding algorithm, leaving no tuning artifacts that are easily recognizable to the untrained ear.

Pros

• Incredible-sounding algorithm
• Tons of flexibility when vocals sound poor
• Zero audio artifacts in most cases

Cons

• Difficult for new users
• Rather expensive

The software has incredible note detection allowing for more accurate tuning. I find that in VariAudio, there are times that the software cannot understand individual notes, so they are omitted. It's not too often this occurs, but Melodyne does it better.

Melodyne is available at Plugin Boutique.

4) Waves Tune (Paid)

Waves Tune operates similarly to Auto-Tune and Melodyne. Before you begin tuning, the software scans the audio track and displays audio waveforms.

The process of editing is quite similar as well, though the interface is slightly dated.

Pros

• Included in many of Wave's plugin bundles
• Relatively lightweight on CPU

Cons

• Outdated
• Difficult to use

I have never enjoyed using Waves Tune but figured it needed a mention since Waves is one of the most popular audio plugin companies.

5) Waves Tune Real-Time (Paid)

While cheaper than the regular version of Tune, Tune Real-Time offers a quick and user-friendly experience for tuning vocals. I'd compare this plugin to using Auto-Tune on AUTO mode.

Note transition is iffy at best and artifacts are present throughout (at least when I used it). The plugin isn't smooth sounding at all, and there aren't many parameter changes available.

I'd recommend Real-Time for two different scenarios. The first being someone new to audio production looking to fix a vocal without technical knowledge of tuning vocals. You won't get the most professional sound, but it will be acceptable.

The second scenario is for producers working with singers in the studio who struggle to sing on pitch.

Using a pitch-correction software can boost the confidence of the singer in the booth, though I can't say for sure if this will lead to a better sounding vocal take.

Despite the marketing of Waves Tune Real-Time, claiming instant vocal tuning, I could envision latency becoming an issue in some home studio settings.

Free Auto-Tune VST Plugins

If you're on the fence about which one to get or want to save a little cash, try some of these free pitch correction plugins I've listed below.

Things To Consider When Choosing a Pitch Correction Software Plugin

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Despite all the choices I've laid out, you still may be confused on the correct option. Here are some things to consider before making a decision.

Does the software maker provide a trial?

If so, take the trial and check out the software! There's nothing more frustrating than buying a plugin only to find out that it's non-refundable.

Do you need graph editing functionality?

Graph editing, like seen in Melodyne and VariAudio, is for advanced vocal editors. If you need a quick tuning for a little enhancement of a track, you may not need to edit each note.

If you want to draw in the notes physically, a more advanced pitch correction software will be necessary.

Further features you may desire are formant control, MIDI input (for vocoder), and note straightness. These types of effects are often essential in a lot of today's popular music.

Does your DAW already have pitch processing?

Mine does — that's why I've included VariAudio in this list. Digital audio workstations like Propellerhead's Reason and MOTU Digital Performer also come with their native pitch correction software.

Wrapping Up

Which one do I like most? If I didn't have VariAudio included in Cubase, I'd most likely be using Melodyne exclusively. It sounds incredible, and the workflow is so intuitive.

So there you have it — my list of the best Auto-Tune/pitch correction VST plugins. Which one do you currently use in the studio? I'd love to hear from you down below in the comments. Thanks for reading!

Quick Start Guide

1. Allow access to your microphone if prompted.
2. Enter the reference pitch. This is usually only neededif your flute is designed to play best when tuned to a pitch center other than A440,or if you are going to play with a fixed-pitch instrument such as a piano.The standard frequency for middle A is 440 Hz,but you may need to tune to 442 Hz or to some other frequency depending on various factors.
3. Tune your flute. Play a single note, such as low A or B-flat, and sustain it for a few seconds.The tuner will show the name of the note you are playing.If the red line above the note name stays in the center of the gauge, then the note is perfectly in tune.
   • If it stays on the left, you are flat. Push the headjoint in slightly and try again.
   • If it stays on the right, you are sharp. Pull the headjoint out slightly and try again.

What is a Tuner?

A tuner is a device capable of accurately detecting the pitch of notes.It can be used for two slightly different purposes:for initial tuning (the one described in the quick start guide),and for checking if you play in tune with yourself.

Playing in Tune

Playing each and every note in tune is an art that takes a lifetime to master.A tuner is a great tool for training one's ear to hear pitch and determine whether notes are sharp or flat.

An effective way to use a tuner is with long tones: leave the tuner on while practicing them and watch the indicator,adjusting your embouchure each time you get out of tune.Play along with a tuner regularly, and your sense of pitch will grow stronger and stronger!

When tuning individual notes, you should be aware of all the factors that can influence the pitch being played.These factors include embouchure tension, air speed and angle of the air stream.

• If you are sharp, try relaxing your embouchure and aiming your air stream lower.
• If you are flat, make sure you have a strong air stream, and direct the air up toward the ceiling.

Another technique consists in rolling the flute in towards the lips to make a note flatter, or out away from the lips to make the note sharper.Keep in mind, however, that the best way to alter pitch when playing is by moving the lips, not by rolling the flute in or out.

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Some Tips

• During initial tuning, play with your normal embouchure, not too loud and not too soft.
• Playing an arpeggio can be a good way to check that the head position is optimal for the whole range.
• A cold flute is a flat flute. In a cold environment, don't forget to warm your flute up before tuning it.Finger a low C, then cover the embouchure hole with your mouth and blow sharply and with force for a few seconds.
• This tuner uses the equal-tempered scale, the same one that pianos use.If you want to tune a just major or minor third above a certain note, use the special marks at -14 (for a major third) and +16 (for a minor third) cents on the meter.For example: if you want to tune to a just major third above A, tune your flute to a C# so that the meter is at the -14 mark.

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