moosers
Published on 11/18/09 at 22:19
I can't say anything about the installation process with the Antares Systems Auto-Tune Evo as the one that I have used was already installed on the studio's computer. I don't think that there were any issues related to installation, but can't say for sure as I wasn't the one installing it. Since it does work with the system that I've been using it on, I do know that we didn't have any compatibility problems. The interface of the software isn't hard to follow and is very similar to the last version of Auto-Tune and other versions as well, so if you have any experience with other Auto-Tune editions, you should be able to catch on to this one quickly. The manual is put together well, but I didn't need to look at it much as I was familiar with previous versions.
SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE
Since I have been using Antares Systems Auto-Tune Evo on a Pro Tools HD system, this plug-in has run flawlessly. I can't say how well it would run on a Pro Tools LE system or something equivalent, but I do know that I have been able to run previous versions of the plug-in well on an LE system and this version isn't all that much different. I have only used one of these plug-ins at a time in a single session, but I think it will run fine granted that you can already run plug-ins well on your system and have an overall adequate system. I only first used this version of Auto-Tune a few months ago, but feel I've been able to adapt quickly to the new interface.
OVERALL OPINION
Overall, Antares Systems Auto-Tune Evo is the best version of Auto-Tune to date as it sounds cleaner than its predecessors. While I generally prefer using Melodyne to tune vocals as I think it sounds smoother overall, for using auto mode this plug-in is the way to go. The price isn't unreasonable and is definitely affordable for both home and professional studios. If you are looking to get your first tuning program, I would suggest trying out both Auto-Tune Evo and Melodyne to see what will best suit your style and preference. All in all, this is a powerful plug-in that is definitely worthy of being using if you are looking to tune.
SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE
Since I have been using Antares Systems Auto-Tune Evo on a Pro Tools HD system, this plug-in has run flawlessly. I can't say how well it would run on a Pro Tools LE system or something equivalent, but I do know that I have been able to run previous versions of the plug-in well on an LE system and this version isn't all that much different. I have only used one of these plug-ins at a time in a single session, but I think it will run fine granted that you can already run plug-ins well on your system and have an overall adequate system. I only first used this version of Auto-Tune a few months ago, but feel I've been able to adapt quickly to the new interface.
OVERALL OPINION
Overall, Antares Systems Auto-Tune Evo is the best version of Auto-Tune to date as it sounds cleaner than its predecessors. While I generally prefer using Melodyne to tune vocals as I think it sounds smoother overall, for using auto mode this plug-in is the way to go. The price isn't unreasonable and is definitely affordable for both home and professional studios. If you are looking to get your first tuning program, I would suggest trying out both Auto-Tune Evo and Melodyne to see what will best suit your style and preference. All in all, this is a powerful plug-in that is definitely worthy of being using if you are looking to tune.