Yamaha Corporation is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated “ZOLA Project” voicebank for VOCALOID(TM)6. In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the original ZOLA Project voicebank for VOCALOID3, Yamaha presents a remarkable remake that showcases enhanced vocal synthesis capabilities and an array of exciting features. The new ZOLA Project voicebank is now available exclusively through the official VOCALOID SHOP (vocaloid.com/en).
VOCALOID, developed by Yamaha in 2003, is a groundbreaking singing voice synthesis technology and software that generates vocals for songs using lyrics and melodies as input. With its ability to switch between different voicebanks generated from real human voices, VOCALOID has revolutionized the creation of vocal-based music. The recently released VOCALOID6, featuring the cutting-edge VOCALOID:AI synthesis engine, takes vocal synthesis to new heights by incorporating artificial intelligence for natural and expressive singing voices. VOCALOID songs have gained immense popularity worldwide, captivating a vast community of fans and listeners.
The latest remake of the ZOLA Project voicebank for VOCALOID6 is a testament to Yamaha’s commitment to innovation and creative expression. Yamaha’s SoundUD team produces this voicebank, offering an exciting experience for music creators. The ZOLA Project retains the essence of its original release by featuring three male characters: KYO, YUU, and WIL. However, the artist behind the KYO character voice recorded new vocal data for this remake. In contrast, the voices of YUU and WIL have been revamped using the VOCALOID3 voicebank data and sound specifically tailored for VOCALOID6.
The result is a collection of more natural and expressively rich singing voices, enabling users to freely mix and match them to create solos, duets, or even harmonize. The versatility of the ZOLA Project voicebank knows no bounds, allowing for endless musical possibilities limited only by the creator’s imagination. Furthermore, these voices are not limited to Japanese; they can naturally sing lyrics in English and Chinese. The official demo song “BORDERLESS,” composed by renowned Japanese composer Daisuke Asakura and songwriter Yukinojo Mori, perfectly showcases the exceptional capabilities of the ZOLA Project voicebank.
Key Features of the ZOLA Project Voicebank:
Unleash Creativity with Three Male Voices: The ZOLA Project voicebank includes the distinct voices of KYO, YUU, and WIL, forming a dynamic three-person male vocal group. This voicebank empowers creators to explore various musical possibilities, from solo performances to harmonizing as a trio. Moreover, combined with other voicebanks, these voices can seamlessly blend into ensemble performances, further expanding the creative potential.
Enhanced Expressiveness and Vocal Realism: KYO’s voice has been newly recorded, delivering a fresh and authentic vocal experience. YUU and WIL, on the other hand, have been revitalized using VOCALOID3 voicebank data and sound, specifically optimized for VOCALOID6. The utilization of the VOCALOID:AI synthesis engine elevates the vocal synthesis quality, ensuring more natural and emotionally expressive singing voices than ever before.
Multilingual Singing with Natural Pronunciation: The ZOLA Project voicebank enables multilingual functionality, allowing users to sing lyrics in Japanese, English, and Chinese. The voicebank intelligently detects the language of the input lyrics and delivers native-like pronunciation, granting creators the freedom to write lyrics without being limited by language barriers. The voicebank seamlessly integrates with VOCALO CHANGER, replicating the creator’s unique singing style using their vocal data.
To experience the extraordinary capabilities of the ZOLA Project voicebank, listen to the demo song “BORDERLESS,” composed by Daisuke Asakura and featuring lyrics by Yukinojo Mori, at https://youtu.be/fBwq_KW31b8. The song, created for the release of the “VOCALOID3 Library ZOLA Project,” has been revitalized for this occasion, providing a glimpse of the immense creative potential unlocked by the ZOLA Project voicebank.
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For more information about the ZOLA Project voicebank and to purchase, please visit the official VOCALOID SHOP at vocaloid.com/en.
