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What happens when AI-synthesized vocals meet choral notation?
Tokyo-based startup Dreamtonics is doing unparalleled work with AI-powered voices; their Synthesizer V Studio enables a level of precision that combines that of recording and synthesis. Add that to Steinberg’s Dorico scorewriter, and you get a machine mockup of solo singers and choirs that we’ve never heard before. But there are a lot of details involved — so let’s hear from an expert.
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Cubase is Japan’s biggest DAW, and you need to watch this Japanese review
Yamaha Vocaloid-based voices in Cubase? It better be able to sing in Japanese, right? Well, I’ve got some more on the engine, and the folks at SLEEP FREAKS have your Japanese-language review. Surprise: that is trippy as hell to watch with the machine learning English-language track. Jump into a must-watch set of tips and tricks for Cubase fans.
Peter Kirn - November 6, 2025
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909 Day: freebies, sales, and celebrations
It’s 909 Day again, and a moment to reflect on the beauty of Tadao Kikumoto’s rhythm composer masterpiece. HAND CLAP. Let’s RIDE.
Peter Kirn - September 9, 2025
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Roland gear gone tiny in new Bandai capsule collection for Japan
Peter Kirn - August 8, 2025
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“Deep calm”: Roland Mood Pan is a digital handpan
Peter Kirn - June 27, 2025
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HyperSplash is glitchy hyperactive fun – $3 Max for Live from MIRA新伝統
Peter Kirn - April 23, 2025
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Celebrate #404day with great grooves from Japan and one cute t-shirt
Peter Kirn - April 4, 2025
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KORG’s adorable Sanrio tuners and other stuff you can only get in Japan
Peter Kirn - March 13, 2025
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