This article is about the VOCALOID3 software known as a voicebank, dubbed Megpoid. If you are looking for the VOCALOID character then click here.
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History[edit | edit source]
Megpoid Extend; 2010[edit | edit source]
Following the success of Crypton's Append series for Hatsune Miku and Kagamine Rin/Len, Internet Co., Ltd confirmed GUMI would receive an "Extend" edition in 2011.[1]
V3 Megpoid; 2011[edit | edit source]
On January 20, confirmation was released that recordings had started for the V2 Megpoid Extend, several vocal recordings having already been recorded.[2]
The first voicebank demo, Megpoid Extend Power β was uploaded on May 21, 2011 to Nico Nico Douga, however its time spent up was only brief.[3] Demos for Power and Whisper α were also put up, but also removed a short time later.[4] A more permanent version was uploaded later.[5] GUMI's whisper Extend was used to sing "Fly me to the moon" and "BeMyself" in her power Extend; their uploads were also temporary and were removed at a later date.
By June, it was mentioned that there was 4 vocals in the extend development and they were being pushed to enter β by 26 of Jun.[6][7]
It was mentioned in September, that they had performed checks on 1,200 connections for V3 Megpoid, this was done 5-6 times for roughly every 1GB of data. Modifications occurred where necessary.[8]
The Extend idea was later dropped and instead they were launched as new voicebanks for VOCALOID3. According to Noboru, "Extend" was dropped from the name because it would cause confusion on whether or not VOCALOID2 Megpoid was needed to use the vocals.[9] The voicebanks are sold individually or as a pack. The new update of information confirmed a October 21 release date.[10] The term "Extend" was dropped from the product name entirely.
Product Information[edit | edit source]
Demonstrations[edit | edit source]
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雨が降って。 (Ame ga Futte.) (Sweet) | Niconico YouTube |
狂躁ヒュプノシス (Kyousou Hypnosis) (Power) | Niconico YouTube |
Showroom Dummy (Adult) | Niconico YouTube |
NIGHTMARE - Power | Niconico YouTube |
見知らぬ人のためのワルツ (Mishiranu Hito no Tame no Waltz) (Whisper) | Niconico YouTube |
真夏の閃光 (Manatsu no Senkou) (Sweet) | Niconico YouTube |
メガネの向こうの世界 (Megane No Mukou No Sekai) (Whisper) | Niconico YouTube |
An introduction about her was also added.
System Requirements[edit | edit source]
- OS: Windows 7 (32/64bit), Windows 8 (32/64bit)/ Vista (32bit)/ XP (32bit)
- works in 32bit compatibility mode (WOW64) in 8/7 64bit versions of Windows.
- CPU: Celeron Dual Core 2.1 GHz or more
- RAM: 1GB or more
- Free space of 200MB or more
- In addition for each vocal you need;
- Megpoid Adult Space +200 MB 900MB or more:
- Megpoid Power Space +200 MB 900MB or more:
- Megpoid Sweet Space +200 MB 900MB or more:
- Megpoid Whisper Space +200 MB 900MB or more:
- Requires a computer that is connected to the Internet environment to perform the DVD-ROM drive / sound device / activation process.
Voicebanks[edit | edit source]
GENERAL USAGE[edit source]
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Trial/Demo Vers?: No Starter Available?: Yes | |
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Originally intended as a expansion pack for Megpoid, V3 Megpoid was released as a separate Megpoid vocal. They are sold as a "complete" package (excluding the V3 Megpoid - Native vocal) or separately on their own. These vocals are natural sounding and offer a simple change of tone, resulting in V3 Megpoid keeping professional singing results. GUMI's new voicebanks do not require Megpoid or V3 Megpoid - Native software to use.[11] | |
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Cross-Synthesis as noted: | |
When any vocal from this package is imported into VOCALOID4, it will be registered for the cross-synthesis (XSY) function. You will need at least two Megpoid vocals from VOCALOID3 or VOCLAOID4, however, to allow Gumi access to XSY for use with her Megpoid voice.
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Individual Vocals[edit source]
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Optimum | |
Optimum Range: F2 ~ A4 Optimum Tempo: 60 ~ 175BPM Total Tempo (min-max): 115 BPM No. of Keys: W ~ 17, B ~ 12, Total ~ 29 | |
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The "ADULT" voicebank has a "dark" tone to it to make it sound mature. | |
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V3 Megpoid Adult
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Optimum | |
Optimum Range: F2 ~ A4 Optimum Tempo: 60 ~ 175BPM Total Tempo (min-max): 115 BPM No. of Keys: W ~ 17, B ~ 12, Total ~ 29 | |
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"POWER" is a strong voice with clear consonants and strong attack. | |
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V3 Megpoid Power
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Optimum | |
Optimum Range: F2 ~ A4 Optimum Tempo: 60 ~ 175BPM Total Tempo (min-max): 115 BPM No. of Keys: W ~ 17, B ~ 12, Total ~ 29 | |
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"SWEET" voicebank is "cuter" sounding vocal. | |
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V3 Megpoid Sweet
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Optimum | |
Optimum Range: F2 ~ A4 Optimum Tempo: 60 ~ 175BPM Total Tempo (min-max): 115 BPM No. of Keys: W ~ 17, B ~ 12, Total ~ 29 | |
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"WHISPER" is a gentle "whisper" vocal. | |
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V3 Megpoid Whisper
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