Yamaha released VOCALOID7 on November 11, 2026. The latest version of its singing voice synthesis software features an updated second-generation VOCALOID:AI engine, new vocal expression controls and tighter integration with Steinberg Cubase. It is the first major VOCALOID release in four years.
VOCALOID7 adds controls for vocal articulation and timbre, along with changes to pitch editing and the production workflow.
VOCALOID:AI Engine and Vocal Expression Controls
VOCALOID7 uses an updated second-generation VOCALOID:AI synthesis engine. Yamaha says the engine is designed to produce more natural and expressive singing voices.
The update introduces two controls: ATTACK and VOICE TYPE. ATTACK adjusts the onset and articulation of vocal sounds, giving users more control over how syllables begin. VOICE TYPE changes vocal characteristics within a supported voicebank, allowing users to shape the sound without switching to a different voicebank.
VOICE TYPE is available only with VOCALOID7-exclusive voicebanks. The software supports singing synthesis in Japanese, English and Chinese.
Pitch Curve Preservation and Cubase Integration
VOCALOID7 can preserve and lock pitch curves when users switch between voicebanks. This allows them to compare different vocal sounds without losing the pitch shaping already applied to a performance.
Integration with Steinberg Cubase has also been expanded. Users can enter notes and lyrics in the Cubase Key Editor and access VOCALOID7 parameters such as EXPRESSION and ATTACK. This brings more of the vocal editing process into the DAW.
VOCALOID7 runs as a standalone application and supports VST3 and AU plug-in formats.
New Voicebanks and Backward Compatibility
VOCALOID7 Editor includes the asa voicebank. Yamaha has also released five additional voicebanks developed exclusively for VOCALOID7: AI Megpoid, Gekiyaku V, Kazehiki V, NurseRobot_TypeT and LUCI.
Voicebanks from VOCALOID3 through VOCALOID6 are also supported. However, they retain their original synthesis behavior and do not gain VOCALOID7-exclusive features such as VOICE TYPE.
Yamaha discontinued the VOCALOID6 product series on November 11, 2026. Existing VOCALOID6 voicebanks remain compatible with VOCALOID7.
Pricing and Availability
VOCALOID7 Editor is available as a digital download. The full version costs $129 before tax and includes the asa voicebank.
Eligible users upgrading from previous versions can purchase the editor for $69. Yamaha is offering a promotional upgrade price of $39 through December 20, 2026. A valid product serial number is required to qualify.
A free 31-day trial is available. VOCALOID7 Editor Lite is also offered to eligible voicebank owners. The free version runs in standalone mode and supports up to two tracks: one vocal track and one audio track.
VOCALOID7 adds a new synthesis engine, expanded vocal controls and deeper Cubase integration while retaining support for earlier voicebanks. For users already working in the VOCALOID ecosystem, compatibility provides a way to move to the new editor without abandoning their existing libraries.
