FAQ: Topline Vocal Tune

This article provides an overview of the new Topline Vocal Tune plug-in, including its key features, system requirements, and how to get started.

What is Topline Vocal Tune?

Topline Vocal Tune is a new plug-in from Universal Audio designed to automatically correct vocal pitch. It can be used to achieve a subtle, transparent pitch correction or a more dramatic "hard-tuned" effect – a signature sound in modern pop, hip-hop, and R&B music. 

Topline Vocal Tune's key features are:

• Intuitive and Familiar Controls: Topline Vocal Tune provides easy-to-use controls for dialing in the perfect sound quickly and efficiently.
• Seamless Integration: The plug-in includes Topline Key Finder, eliminating guesswork and speeding up the creative process by automatically detecting the key and scale of a track.

From pop and hip-hop to R&B and beyond, Topline Vocal Tune delivers the quintessential pitch-perfect sound found on countless charting hits, making it essential for all modern genres.

What is the pricing and how can I get it? 

Topline Vocal Tune is available for the introductory price of $79. It will then be available for a one-time purchase of $99. It can be purchased as a perpetual license directly from the Universal Audio website or through UA authorized dealers, or acquired via a UAD Spark subscription. If you’ve purchased previous UAD vocal plug-ins such as Topline Vocal Suite, automatic discounts may be available at checkout. 

How is this different from other vocal tuning plug-ins and Topline Vocal Suite? 

Topline Vocal Tune delivers the same classic, recognizable sound that has been a staple of pop, hip hop and R&B for decades. You can dial in the same subtle or aggressive effects you've heard on countless hit records. Below is a table that compares both plug-ins and their features:

Topline Vocal Suite is an integrated, all-in-one vocal chain combining our most popular analog tools with state-of-the-art pitch correction, so your vocals are perfectly in tune.

Topline Vocal Tune is a more focused solution with extended controls for those who only want to integrate detailed pitch correction into their production.

Is this difficult to use if I’m new to pitch correction? 

No, Topline Vocal Tune is designed for ease of use. It features a simple, intuitive interface with controls that are familiar to anyone who has used similar products. It also works seamlessly with UAD Topline Key Finder, which can automatically detect the key of your song to help you get started even faster.

Can I use this plug-in for live performances? 

Yes! Thanks to its low-latency performance, Topline Vocal Tune is well-suited for live use. With Topline Vocal Tune’s Low-latency mode, a vocalist can achieve the ultra-low latency and real-time response needed to perform live on stage with confidence.

How many instances can I run at once? 

The number of UAD Native instances you can run depends entirely on the processing power available on your computer.

What are the system requirements to use Topline Vocal Tune?

To view the system requirements, read this article.