If you’re an aspiring Vocaloid producer or a musician who wants to experiment with voice synthesis, UTAU is an excellent software to get started. UTAU is a free, open-source voice synthesizer that allows users to create and manipulate singing voices. However, installing UTAU can be a daunting task, especially for beginners.

This guide will walk you through the process of installing UTAU on your Windows or Mac computer, step-by-step. We’ll cover everything from system requirements to setting up UTAU, so you can start creating your own vocal tracks in no time.

System Requirements

Before you start downloading and installing UTAU, it’s essential to ensure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements. UTAU is a lightweight application, but it still requires a decent amount of processing power and memory to run smoothly.

Here are the minimum system requirements for installing UTAU:

• Operating System: Windows 7 or later, or macOS 10.6 or later
• Processor: 1GHz or faster
• Memory: 1GB or more
• Hard Disk Space: 200MB or more

It’s worth noting that UTAU is not compatible with Linux operating systems. If you’re using Linux, you can try running UTAU on a virtual machine or using Wine, but this is not a recommended solution. For optimal performance, we recommend using UTAU on a Windows or Mac computer.

Downloading UTAU

To download UTAU, you’ll need to visit the official UTAU website. The website is available in both English and Japanese, so make sure you select the appropriate language.

Once you’re on the website, navigate to the “Download” section, and select the appropriate version for your operating system. If you’re using Windows, you’ll need to choose between the 32-bit or 64-bit version, depending on your computer’s architecture. For Mac users, there’s only one version available.

After selecting the appropriate version, click on the download button, and wait for the download to complete. The download size is relatively small, so it shouldn’t take too long.

Installing UTAU

Once the download is complete, navigate to your downloads folder and locate the UTAU installation file. Double-click on the file to start the installation process.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process. You’ll be prompted to select the installation location, accept the license agreement, and choose any additional components you want to install. We recommend selecting all the default options unless you have a specific reason not to.

After the installation is complete, you should see the UTAU icon on your desktop. Double-click on the icon to launch UTAU.

Setting Up UTAU

When you first launch UTAU, you’ll be greeted with a blank screen. Before you can start creating your own vocal tracks, you’ll need to configure UTAU to work with your computer’s audio settings and install a voicebank.

Configuring UTAU Audio Settings

To configure UTAU’s audio settings, click on the “Settings” menu and select “Preferences.” In the Preferences window, you’ll see several tabs, including “Audio.” Click on the Audio tab to access the audio settings.

In the audio settings, you’ll need to select your computer’s audio device, set the sample rate and buffer size, and enable or disable audio input and output. We recommend using the default settings unless you have a specific reason to change them.

Installing a Voicebank

A voicebank is a collection of audio samples that UTAU uses to create vocal tracks. UTAU does not come with a voicebank, so you’ll need to download and install a voicebank separately.

There are many different voicebanks available for UTAU, both free and paid. To install a voicebank, download the voicebank files and extract them to a folder on your computer. Then, in UTAU, click on the “Project” menu and select “Voicebank Settings.” In the Voicebank Settings window, click on “Add” and navigate to the folder where you extracted the voicebank files. Select the voicebank folder and click “OK.”

Once you’ve installed a voicebank, you can start creating your own vocal tracks in UTAU.

Setting Up UTAU

Now that you’ve downloaded and installed UTAU, it’s time to set it up for use. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up UTAU:

1. Open the UTAU application and go to the “Options” menu.
2. Select “Preferences” from the dropdown menu.
3. In the “General” tab, set your preferred language and font size.
4. In the “Voice Bank” tab, click on the “Add” button to add a voice bank. You can either use a pre-existing voice bank or create one from scratch.
5. After adding a voice bank, make sure it’s selected as the default voice bank.
6. In the “MIDI” tab, select your preferred MIDI output device.
7. In the “Editor” tab, set your preferred settings for the editor, such as note colors and grid snap.

Once you’ve set up UTAU, you’re ready to start creating your own vocal tracks!

Conclusion

In conclusion, installing UTAU may seem daunting at first, but it’s relatively straightforward, even for beginners. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you should be able to install and set up UTAU on your Windows or Mac computer without any issues.

Remember to ensure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and to download UTAU from the official website. If you encounter any issues during installation or setup, consult the UTAU Wiki or seek help from the UTAU community.

With UTAU, you can create unique vocal tracks and experiment with voice synthesis to your heart’s content. So, what are you waiting for? Start creating today!