Antares Auto Tune 5 Native Plug-In For Mac OS X and Windows XP / Vista


Description
For most common pitch problems, Auto-Tune 5's Automatic Mode instantaneously detects the pitch of the input, identifies the closest pitch
in a user-specified scale (including minor, major, chromatic, and 26 historic and microtonal scales), and corrects the input pitch to match
the scale pitch. A Retune Speed control lets you match the retune rate to virtually any performance style. For meticulous tweaking, the Graphical Mode displays the performance's detected pitch envelope and allows you to draw in the desired pitch using a variety of graphics tools. This mode gives complete control over the correction or modification of the most elaborate expressive gestures.
Auto-Tune is used daily by thousands of audio professionals around the world. Whether to save studio and editing time, ease the frustration
of endless retakes, to save that otherwise once-in-a-lifetime performance, or to create striking special effects, Auto-Tune 5 is the tool of choice.
Key new Auto-Tune 5 features include:
Improved pitch detection algorithm: While Auto Tune's patented pitch detection technology has always provided unmatched speed and accuracy, Auto-Tune 5 introduces improvements in performance with marginal quality (noisy, poorly isolated, etc.) audio.
A sleek new interface: As Auto-Tune's features have proliferated from version to version, we have continually focused on maintaining its ease of use. With Auto-Tune 5, we have undertaken a complete graphic redesign. The result is both easy on the eyes and logically groups related controls for intuitive functionality.
Consolidated Pitch Tracking control: The previously separate Automatic and Graphical Mode Tracking controls have been consolidated into a single control and relocated to the Options dialog for set-it-and-forget-it simplicity.
Automatic Mode Features::
Humanize function: For those concerned about pitch correction that is too perfect, the Humanize function allows you to set a fast retune speed for short notes, while still allowing natural variation in held notes, for results that are even more natural and realistic.
Realtime natural vibrato adjustment: The new realtime Natural Vibrato function allows you to modify (either increasing or decreasing) the depth of any vibrato that is present in the original performance.
Graphical Mode Features:
Larger Pitch Edit Display: As you've no doubt noticed, the Pitch Edit Display is now bigger. Lots bigger. Sync to host transport (host dependent): For hosts that provide valid time information, Auto-Tune 5 will now maintain sync with the host program. Once you have tracked audio and created correction curves, you can move around in your track at will. No more having to always start playback at exactly the same location.
Selectable Clock Source: For hosts that do not provide valid time information, Auto-Tune 5's clock display and selection functions let you use an internal time reference for Auto-Tune 4 style operation.
Realtime pitch tracking display: During the Track Pitch process, the graphic representation of the pitch and envelope will be displayed in realtime as the audio plays.
Full-time correction mode (host dependent): Whenever Auto-Tune 5 is not specifically tracking audio, Auto-Tune 5 will be operating in correction mode. There is no longer any need to press a Correct Pitch button. Besides being convenient, that makes possible the following feature:
Multiple simultaneous Graphical Mode instances (host dependent): You can now have multiple instances of Auto-Tune Graphical Mode operating on different tracks simultaneously, even if their windows are not open. In previous versions, since you had to have plug-in windows open to engage Correct Pitch mode, only open instances could be active. No longer.
Editing functions no longer modal: You can now use all of the graphical editing features while Auto-Tune 5 is either tracking or correcting pitch.
Enhanced Envelope Display functionality: We've made changes to the Envelope Display to make it much more useful for quick and easy navigation around your audio:
Realtime graphical vibrato depth adjustment: The Adjust Vibrato control allows you to modify the depth of vibrato in your audio while preserving the contour of the original vibrato. Moving this control results in a real-time graphical representation of the resulting vibrato contour.
Dedicated Snap To Note button: When using the Line Tool, clicking this button constrains the tool to exact scale notes.
Dedicated Clear All Data function: Provides a convenient method to instantly clear all saved tracked audio and correction curve data. Compatibility with Pen Tablet Input: With a pen tablet, you can control Auto-Tune 5's graphical tools (as well as all the other controls) using a familiar pen-style input device. A pen tablet can offer increased drawing accuracy with less wrist stress in long sessions.



Features
- Correct intonation problems in vocals or solo instruments
- Realtime operation
- No distortion or artifacts
- Preserves the nuance of original performance
- Efficient, easy-to-use interface
- Improved pitch detection algorithm
- Sleek interface
- Consolidated Pitch Tracking control
- Humanize function for correction
- Realtime natural vibrato adjustment
- Large Pitch Edit Display
- Selectable Clock Source
- Realtime pitch tracking display
- Full-time correction mode
- Multiple simultaneous Graphical Mode instances
- Enhanced envelope display functionality
- Realtime graphical vibrato depth adjustment
- Snap ToNote button
- Clear All Data function
- Pen tablet input to control graphical tools
Specs
- RTAS: Pro Tools HD or Pro Tools LE 6.2 or later: Pro Tools HD 7.2 or Pro Tools LE 7.3 or later required for Graphical Mode sync: Mac OS 10.3.9 or later as required by your version of Pro Tools
- VST: A host program that supports the VST plug-in format: Mac OS 10.3.9 or later as required by your host
- Audio Units: A host program that supports the Audio Units plug-in format: Mac OS 10.3.9 or later as required by your host
- RTAS: Pro Tools HD or Pro Tools LE 6.2 or later: Pro Tools HD 7.2 or Pro Tools LE 7.3 or later required for Graphical Mode sync: Windows XP or Vista as required by your version of Pro Tools
- VST: A host program that supports the VST format: Windows XP/Vista as required by your host
- Auto-Tune 5's MIDI functions require that your computer be equipped with a MIDI interface and properly configured system level software. Some host applications may not support the routing of MIDI to plug- ins, in which case Auto-Tune 5's MIDI functions will not operate.
- Auto-Tune 5 requires authorization via iLok USB smartkey.
- Upgrades to Auto-Tune 5 will be available for purchase and download by current registered Auto-Tune owners.
- If you purchased and registered a copy of Auto-Tune 4 after September 15, 2006, you will be entitled to a free upgrade to Auto-Tune 5. To get your free upgrade, you must still complete the upgrade process at the Antares Software Upgrade page when Auto-Tune 5 becomes available.
Reviews
4.16
186 Reviews
81%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend
Most Liked Positive Review
A very cool guitar, if you're into the 1980's shred thing!
I have been in the market for an 80's style shredder for a few years now. As a big fan of George Lynch, in particular the stuff he did from 1985 to 1990, I've been looking for a used ESP Skulls and Snakes model. That said, they are hard to find on the used market, and they command a premium price. Enter the Friedman Cali model. With its high-output humbuckers, Floyd Rose tremolo, and single volume knob, it's got similar specs as the Skulls and Snakes, and with a much lower point of entry. So, I jumped on it, and I am glad I did. I've spent the last few days getting to know my new Friedman Cali and I can say with confidence this is an excellent guitar for the price. That said, it does have some minor drawbacks that I will gladly look past given how amazing the guitar feels and sounds. My particular guitar was a scratch and dent, which in my case means pre-owned. I say this because when I took delivery of the guitar, I noticed a tremolo stop had been installed, poorly I might add. I confirmed with Friedman they did not install these at the factory; hence my opinion the guitar was previously sold to another customer. In any case, there are no other blemishes or visual imperfections to speak of other than, of course, the factory relic job. After my initial inspection, I put the guitar back in the case to chill out for 24 hours to acclimate to the environment. After that, I remove the old strings, cleaned and polished the frets, lubricated the hardware, applied contact cleaner to the pot and switch, put on fresh strings, and gave it a proper set-up. Some things I noticed during the whole process: the b-string tuner doesn't seem to work as smoothly as the other tuners. These appear to be Hipshot open gear locking tuners, similar to what I have on my Tyler, and I know they usually work very well. Next time I change strings, i will pull the tuner and take it apart for inspection. Another thing I noticed is the screw-in style tremolo bar on the Floyd Rose. This is simply an antiquated design and needs to go the way of the rest of the dinosaurs: extinction. I much prefer the convenience, feel, and adjustability of the drop-in replacement bar, so that is what I installed. Now the tremolo feels expressive and smooth, and the bar drops in quickly. Once I got the Cali set up, I was amazed how comfortable it is to play. Let's first talk materials and craftsmanship. The relic job on the maple neck and fingerboard, combined with the rolled fret edges and slick fret crowning, make this guitar feel like you've been playing it for decades. It's really quite special and something you have to play to understand. because of the compound radius and excellent fretwork, I am able to set the action very low without excessive buzzing. I use 9-gauge strings, and two tremolo springs are sufficient to ensure the tremolo sits parallel to the body while keeping low tension on the strings. Bending is super easy and very smooth, and the tremolo feels so expressive. The guitar just feels slinky and rather addicting to play. On the tone front, it's an absolute monster. The Friedman Classic pickups feature Alnico 5 magnets, which happen to be my favorite for hard rock tones. The bridge pickup sounds thick with gobs of sustain, while the neck pickup is round and fat. Both pickups are articulate and clear, and allow single notes in complex chords to shine through. Rolling back the volume knob will clean up your tone nicely, especially with a good tube amp. These guitars were a collaboration between Dave Friedman and Grover Jackson. Unfortunately, they are no longer working together, and Grover has moved to the Nashville, TN area. I do believe Friedman guitars will be hitting the market again soon, made by someone other than Grover. With that said, the Grover-era are pretty amazing guitars, and may become harder to find. So, if you are in the market for a 1980's super-Strat style shredder, I'd recommend checking out a Grover-era Friedman while you can.
Most Liked Negative Review
Amazing bass with a major flaw
Being mainly a guitarist, this bass is perfectly ideal for what my needs are. A great bass with a great sound/tone for recording, and many option with the knobs to fine tune and tweak that sound to my preference. However, my biggest gripe is that the string action is ridiculously tight for this bass. I like to play with ticker gauge strings, as I typically go for lower tunings, but this bass is (ironically with it being a 5 string) is simply not made for it. The action towards the neck of the fretboard makes thicker strings unplayable. They make contact with the fretboard at around the 2nd-3rd fret, and raising the bridge to compensate isn't enough. To make matters worse, the screws that are used to raise the strings on the bridge are very easily stripped, and I'm struggling to find any sort of replacements for them.
- Practice4
- Recording3
- All around great guitar1
- Metal songs1
- Rock songs1
- None6
- Poor Quality2
- Virtually no low end warmth.1
- Kind of expensive1
- Shipping box arrived damaged1
- Beginner2
- Stray player since 19741
- 74 years old, been playing 60 years.1
- Jazz, rock, classical player for 60 years1
- Metal,hard rock and instrumental rock1
- Sound4
- Attractive3
- Stays in Tune2
- Stays in tune2
- Tone2
Reviewed by 186 customers
Great all around strat
submitted19 days ago
byCass
fromDenver
Price is right
Sounds really good
submitteda month ago
byTrenton
fromGladwin county
This pedal sounds quite good. It is quite customizable. If you do buy this, if you do not have the cord used to power it, there is a battery adapter under the actual pedal part. you just put the black pins on the pedal in and take the pedal off. anyways, really good sound if you want a proper rock or metal distortion/overdrive for an affordable price.
Not too bad for the price
submitted2 months ago
byJeff
fromNashville TN
Typical Chinese bling, the sound is lacking.
This drum is just like the vintage ones
submitted2 months ago
byJeff
fromSeattle, WA
Play with freelance jazz and rock standards groups. All kinds of gigs and shows. I want to buy one of the sets.
Love this guitar.
submitted2 months ago
byLarry
fromMinnesota
Love this guitar. Easy/Good tuning, very playable, thin neck is fast.
Its so good it fits my church setting well
submitted2 months ago
byjordan
fromHamilton, new jersey
This product is the best drums i've ever played on because the shells are a nice color and when you tune the drums up, it sounds so good. When you play it in a open space it fills the room and when you play it in an enclosed space it sounds even better. All Im saying is that this is hands down one of the best drum sets.
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