Refers to voice databases created with the AI method, in which a machine learning algorithm analyzes vocal samples from a human voice provider. The AI engine uses this analysis to mimic the provider's voice and singing style in a way that matches the user's input in the application. Some features are exclusive to AI voice databases.
Basic Edition
The free version of Synthesizer V Studio. This version has certain features disabled. Synthesizer V Studio Basic is compatible with paid voice database products. Unlike a trial or demo, there is no time limited evaluation period and the software may be used for commercial purposes within the terms of the voice database(s) being used.
Synonyms: SynthV Studio Basic, free version
Cross-lingual Synthesis
A feature allowing AI voice databases to access the phoneme list of any supported language (English, Japanese, and Chinese). Pro edition only.
Dictionary
A list of word-to-phoneme mappings used to accomodate easier entry of lyrics and quickly adjust pronunciation of multiple notes at a time.
Dreamtonics Co., Ltd.
A small company based in Tokyo, Japan responsible for the development of Synthesizer V and Synthesizer V Studio.
Engine
The portion of the software responsible for generating synthesized output based on the user's input in the application.
Synonyms: synthesis engine, AI engine
Expression Group
A distinct set of recorded samples of a specific pitch. Only applies to Standard voice databases. Selecting a non-default expression group gives the user control over which original sample is used during synthesis.
Synonyms: pitch group
Gender
A parameter that alters the timbre of the selected voice database.
Synonyms: formant shift, gender factor
Group
A set of notes that can be nested within one or multiple tracks. Multiple instances of the same group will remain linked, which allows identical sections of a song to be inserted and edited at multiple points in the arrangement without duplication of work.
Synonyms: note group
HDVM
HDVM (High Dynamics Voice Models) is a feature that allows AI-driven changes to dynamics and timbre via the AI Retakes panel. Similar to auto-pitch tuning, HDVM attempts to create realistic improvisations to mimic a human vocalist.
Instant Mode
A setting toggled via the upper right corner of the piano roll. While instant mode is enabled, auto-pitch tuning will be run on every note as the user makes changes. These pitch deviations will not appear in the parameters panel until instant mode is toggled off.
JUCE
The GUI framework and rendering engine that provides the basis for the user-facing components of the SynthV Studio application.
Kanru Hua
The founder of Dreamtonics.
Lite Version (voice database)
Free, feature-limited versions of voice databases. Lite voice databases are generally lower quality than their paid counterparts and cannot be used for commercial purposes. The use of a lite voice database must be disclosed when posting works that make use of them.
Synonyms: lite voice, free voice
Phoneme
A symbol that represents a single sound SynthV Studio is capable of producing. A series of phonemes can compose a word or lyric, and all synthesized output is based on phonemes. Each supported language has a separate list of phonemes (English arpabet, Japanese romaji, and Chinese x-sampa). The phoneme sequence for a note is displayed above it.
Pro Edition
The paid version of Synthesizer V Studio. This version has access to all features and functions.
Synonyms: SynthV Studio Pro
Script
A JavaScript or LUA script that can be run by the user to perform a task within the SynthV Studio application.
Synonyms: user script
Standard (voice database)
Refers to voice databases created with the Standard concatenation method, in which a voice provider records an extensive set of discrete phonemes and phoneme transitions. The samples are pitch-shifted, formant-corrected, and stitched together to produce sound that matches the user's input in the application.
SVD
Short for "singing voice database". See Voice Database below.
SVP
A project file for Synthesizer V Studio. Comparable to a VSQ or UST used by other vocal synthesis software, and some users may refer to it by those names. SVP files are saved in JSON format.
Synthesizer V
The legacy software released by Dreamtonics in August 2018. The legacy version has been retired in favor of Synthesizer V Studio, and all voice databases for it have been repackaged or otherwise recreated for the newer software product.
Synonyms: SynthV R1, SynthV gen-1, 1st-generation, Synthesizer V Editor
Synthesizer V Studio
The current software product by Dreamtonics, released in July 2020. Synthesizer V Studio is based on a hybrid engine capable of both concatenative synthesis and, as of December 2020, AI-driven vocal synthesis.
Synonyms: SynthV Studio, SVS
Tone Shift
A parameter that adjusts the vocal tone of the selected voice database. Pro edition only.
Tuning
A broad term relating to the manual adjustments performed in order to achieve a desired sound. Often involves adjustment of multiple parameters such as pitch deviation, loudness, and tension. Different producers often have different "tuning styles", similar to how vocalists have varying singing styles.
Voice Database
A virtual vocalist software product compatible with Synthesizer V Studio. Each voice database is created based on the voice of a human voice provider.
A parameter allowing partial or full devoicing of a phoneme.
Web Synthesizer V
A browser-based vocal synthesis engine with limited functionality released in December 2019. Features a user interface similar to the later-released SynthV Studio and serves as a low-barrier way to try vocal synthesis without installing additional software.