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TC Helicon

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The TC Helicon VoiceLive Play vocal effects processor empowers singers to reach new creative heights, both on stage and in the studio. This compact pedal packs a wealth of professional vocal tools into a simple, pedalboard-friendly design. With intelligent harmony generation, studio-grade effects and a built-in looper, the VoiceLive Play is a powerful ally for taking your vocal performances to the next level.  

Dial in Stunning Vocal Tones With Ease

Dial in Stunning Vocal Tones With Ease  

Finding your signature vocal sound is easy thanks to the VoiceLive Play's massive library of over 100 presets sorted by genre. Simply browse categories like rock, pop, R&B and country to instantly call up amazing tones crafted by studio professionals. You can also search by specific effect types like reverb, delay and distortion. With so many finely tuned options at your feet, you're sure to discover tones that make your voice shine whether performing live or recording at home.  

Harmonize Like a Pro With Intelligent Pitch Tracking

Harmonize Like a Pro With Intelligent Pitch Tracking  

One of the VoiceLive Play's standout features is its advanced harmony engine that actually listens to your voice and music in real time. As you sing, the pedal's pitch detection analyzes every note and chord to generate rich, musically correct harmonies that perfectly complement your performance. You'll achieve the lush, studio-quality vocal stacks you've heard on recordings, but with the convenience of a compact hardware solution that seamlessly integrates with your live rig.  

Elevate Your Performances With Powerful Creative Tools

Elevate Your Performances With Powerful Creative Tools  

In addition to impeccable harmonies, the VoiceLive Play is loaded with inspirational tools to enhance your creativity. The onboard looper enables you to spontaneously craft multi-layered vocal arrangements, adding intricate harmonies and effects on the fly to build energy and atmosphere. The Vocal Cancel feature even lets you remove vocals from songs, allowing you to sing along with just the instrumental tracks for practice or unique live performances.  

Capture Pristine Vocal Tracks With USB Connectivity

Capture Pristine Vocal Tracks With USB Connectivity  

When it's time to track vocals, the VoiceLive Play doubles as a studio-grade USB audio interface to capture pristine recordings directly to your computer. Simply connect to your DAW, dial in your favorite vocal effects, and you're ready to lay down studio-ready takes with professional processing already baked in. With effortless computer integration and a dedicated headphone output, the VoiceLive Play is an ultraportable vocal production solution.  

Whether you're a seasoned touring vocalist or an aspiring singer-songwriter, the TC Helicon VoiceLive Play puts elite vocal processing power right at your feet. Experience the creative freedom of intelligent harmonies, inspiring performance tools and premium vocal tones in this compact, road-ready design. 

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  • Complete vocal path including Tone, Harmony, HardTune, Reverb, Double and more
  • Get perfect harmonies using Auto Key Detection
  • Plug in and practice with your MP3 player, or stream tracks and record over USB including a vocal cancel function
  • Compatible with the MP-75 Modern Performance Vocal Microphone with Mic Control
  • Global adaptive EQ, Compression, De-ess, Gate & pitch correction
  • Two Voices of NaturalPlay Harmonies and two voices of humanized Doubling
  • VLOOP performance looper with undo/redo
  • RoomSense microphones for Auto Key, monitoring and practicing
  • Override the key manually using the footswitches or the Effects menu
  • Navigate over 200 presets by Genre and mark Favorites
  • Practice function with intelligent pitch display tracks and singing stats
  • Simple effects customizing with styles and icons
  • Low-noise Mic-preamp with Mic Control
  • Stereo XLR outputs
  • AUX input for connecting an MP3 player
  • Headphone output
  • USB for audio streaming and connection to VoiceSupport
  • Optional Switch-3 and MP-75 for more performance control
  • Effects include: Adaptive Tone (includes EQ, Compression, De-ess and Gate), Pitch Correction, HardTune, Harmony, Double, Reverb, Delay, Flange, Chorus, Detune, Rotary, Distortion, Radio, Megaphone, Robot, Loop and more

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  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 7-7/8" x 1-13/16" x 6-1/8" (200 x 45 x 156 mm)
  • Weight: 2.1 lb. (0.95 kg)
    • ANALOG INPUTS
    • Connectors, balanced: Mic.: XLR, AUX: 1/8³ stereo mini jack
    • Impedance: Balanced/Unbalanced: Mic.: 2.14/1.07 kOhm
    • Mic Input Level @ 0 dBFS: -42dBu to +13dBu
    • EIN @ Max Mic Gain Rg = 150 Ohm : -127 dBu
    • Mic SNR: > 104 dB
    • AUX Input Level @ 0dBu: +2dBu
    • A to D Conversion: 24-bit, 128 x oversampling bitstream, 110dB SNR A-weighted
    ANALOG OUTPUTS
    • D to A Conversion: 24-bit, 128 x oversampling bitstream, 115dB SNR A-weighted
    • Connectors, balanced: XLR
    • Output Impedance Balanced/ Unbalanced: 80/40 ohm
    • XLR Output 0dBFS: +2 dBu
    • Dynamic Range: > 109dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
    • Frequency Response: +0.30/-0dB, 20Hz to 20kHz
    • Headphone Out: 1/8" Mini stereo jack
    CONTROL
    • USB: USB-B (Firmware Updates, Preset Management, audio I/O)
    • Pedal: 1/4" TRS phone jack
    POWER
    • External Power Supply. Mains Voltage Input: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60Hz (auto-select)
    • 12V DC 0.4A max output
    • Power Consumption: < 14W
    SAFETY
    • EMC - Complies with: EN 55103-1 and EN 55103-2 FCC part 15, Class B, CISPR 22, Class B
    • Safety - certified to: IEC 65, EN 60065, UL6500 and CSA IEC 65, EN 60065, UL6500 and CSA
    OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
    • Operating Temperature: 32 F to 122 F (0 C to 50 C)
    • Storage Temperature: -22 F to 167 F (-30 C to 70 C)
    • Humidity: Max. 90 % non-condensing
    INCLUDED
    • Region specific power supply
    • USB cable
    • User guide
    • TC Helicon sticker
    • 1 year warranty parts and labor

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    4.25

    28 Reviews

    69%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

    15584331211
    I'll more than likely upgrade! Great product line!!

    Most Liked Positive Review

    4

    Great unit, but I wish there was more control

    Overall I'm very happy with the device. It is solidly built and extremely easy to use and program. The controls are logically laid out and it's got all the inputs and outputs that I need. I do have some things I don't like. Primarily that there isn't very fine grained control - especially over the core tone. It's designed to be "easy" to use, so all of the settings are very basic/shallow and rely on the presets. The overall sound quality is great, and like with most things, the effects sound good when used in moderation. Many of the harmony and other effects tend to "sound" like effects when it's just you in a room singing - there is a "digital" sound that's obvious you're voice is being processed. For some of the effects this makes sense because they are supposed to be extreme (T-Pain style auto-tune, alien and robot voices) but for others it's distracting. When playing with a full band this isn't as noticeable since the natural reverb of a room or club masks it. Because of this, it would only be useful in a live environment, not in the studio which makes sense having the word "Live" in it's name and all :) More about limitations: According to the manual, you can set tone on each patch/preset as an "effect", but there is no such configuration page in the settings (the manual says there are eight effects, but there are actually only seven - the missing one being Tone). I updated the firmware to the latest version, but it's still not there. For overall tone you don't have any kind of EQ, gate, or compression settings - just a handful of presets, which is disappointing. The advertising leads you to believe that the ambient mics will pick up the sound from the stage and atomatically set the key for harmony and auto tune effects. While this is true, it is limited to a single instrument being close to the unit; ie: it's not going to work sitting on the ground in fron of you with the whole band playing, it would need to be close to a single guitar amp, or keyboard. Since it takes aux in, this is kind of useless. It is isn't a big deal, really, but a let down. I primarily play bass in my band and do background vocals, so it doesn't really apply to me. Definitely worth the money, and some of my gripes may be fixed with future software updates. Depending on your needs, some of the other pedals in the line may be more appropriate. Even with the limitations, this is perfect for a lead singer, or a backup singer like me who isn't doing solo performance with a guitar or keyboard.

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    Most Liked Negative Review

    3

    An expensive toy.

    Without the assistance of YouTube tutorials, I'd still be trying to figure out how this works. Yes, the presets are easy to use, but with over 200 presets, there are only about 40 that sound noticeably different. I had a very difficult time getting the harmonizer to work. I have it hooked up to a nice PA. With the Voiceplay hooked up, the volume suddenly increases to an ear splitting level. If you venture off of the presets you will need to literally spend hours with this thing figuring out what it is capable of, the manufacturer provides no menu to refer to to save time. I assume most people will use 2 or 3 settings and that's it. Interesting to goof around with, but I don't need to sound like an alien, someone of the opposite sex, or any of the other pure junk they put in this thing just for the novelty.

    Filters
    Best Uses
    1. Performances14
    2. Home Studio11
    3. Professional Recording6
    4. Amateur Recording5
    5. Outdoor Events / Games3
    Cons
    1. Difficult To Use6
    2. Limited Functions3
    3. Poor Quality Duplicates2
    4. No guitar or key 1/4" input to utilize smart1
    5. Not Durable1
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced7
    2. Professional Musician7
    3. Novice2
    Pros
    1. Good Audio10
    2. Easy To Use9
    3. Versatile9
    4. Professional Functions8
    5. Good Power Output5

    Reviewed by 28 customers

    • No guitar input to recognize smart chord in other pedals

      2

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitted17 days ago

      byJarrett

      fromBrick, NJ

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      Extremely disappointed in myself for not doing the homework on this. I own 3 other tc pedals that I really like but this one is a,let down. Doesn't make sense they didn't put a quarter inch jack for guitars to use the smart chord/harmony feature.

    • This is a great effects pedal. Amazing functions and sounds.

      5

      Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

      submitted4 months ago

      byColin

      fromSt. Helens, OR

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      I have yet to use this product live but I will be using it next month. In the studio it is amazing and saves a lot of time already. Theres great blend options for the presets so that you can have your desired sound in seconds.

    • I have 2 of these!

      5

      submitted5 years ago

      byBryman

      fromNevada

      The first one I bought sounded so nice with the doubling and echo features that my lead singer wanted one so I bought another. Nice product!

    • Learning curve, still having trouble dialing it in..

      4

      submitted5 years ago

      byBil Black

      fromImperial Beach

      Seemed a good idea, if you're planning to include your instruments in the mix with this device I would recommend one of the other devices such as the acoustic or electric versions. Something with an actual input for the instrument and the ambient sensors are hit and miss. I still haven't mastered the device and got it for my girl for working on performance looping but this really isn't a looper per se and I didn't understand that at first. This is more of a vocal effects and vocal trainer pedal. Hold out for something more robust, especially if you're Looking for more looping in a performance sense. I was disappointed.

    • Amateur's buddy…

      5

      submitted6 years ago

      byDdancer

      fromOxford CT

      I'm an amateur singer and guitar player – only fair at both. I enjoy playing and singing to the oldies and this little unit does improve my vocal quality, and it has some fun features the grandkids love. I have little doubt that the professional vocalist can benefit using this unit as well. Leaves me curious as to what the higher end models can do. In any case for bedroom singers or budget minded professionals I think it's will be an asset and will improve the quality of either's performance. Built well and not to large or small.

    • TC HELICON LOVE IT SO FAR - STILL WORKING WITH IT

      4

      submitted6 years ago

      byRonnie

      fromDetroit

      Still working with this product. Haven't tired it in the studio yet but working with it for Live Performances.

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    • submitted5 years ago

      asked byAndy

      fromNewport nc

      Can you tell me what microphones are compatible with the TC Helicon voicelive

      Can you tell me what microphones are compatible with the TC Helicon voicelive

      Open Reply - Curtis
      Any dynamic microphone will work with this.

    • submitted5 years ago

      asked byreno

      fromGermantown WI

      Is the ac adapter power supply included ?

      Is the ac adapter power supply included ?

      Open Reply - Kenneth
      NCLUDED Region specific power supply USB cable User guide TC-Helicon Sticker 1 year warranty parts and labor

    • submitted6 years ago

      asked byRam

      fromNy

      Does it have guitar effects?

      Does it have guitar effects?

      Open Reply - Kenneth
      No, this does not have guitar effects

    • submitted6 years ago

      asked byJake

      fromPENNSYLVANIA

      Will it auto tune to my guitar if I used a 1/4" to 1/8" adapter and plugged it in the Aux input?

      Will it auto tune to my guitar if I used a 1/4" to 1/8" adapter and plugged it in the Aux input?

      Open Reply - Beau
      This pedal will not auto tune a guitar. It does not offer this feature.

    • submitted7 years ago

      asked byJonathan

      fromMI

      How well will the harmony function work in a live setting? Is it sophisticated enough to sense harmonies from your fellow musicians playing with you live?

      How well will the harmony function work in a live setting? Is it sophisticated enough to sense harmonies from your fellow musicians playing with you live?

      Open Reply -
      This is designed to function in a live setting. The harmonies are based on a single microphone signal, so it may get cloudy with polyphony.