Hatsune Miku

Hatsune Miku (初音ミク) is a Japanese voicebank made by Crypton Future Media for the vocal synthesizer program Vocaloid (as well as Piapro Studio for her NT voicebank), and a main character in the Project Sekai series. Having been responsible for the majority of popularity in the Vocaloid scene, she's one of the most well known virtual singers around the world.
==Basic Information==
Hatsune Miku debuted on August 31st, 2007 to the VOCALOID2 engine, being the first Cryptonloid and character in the CV (Character Vocal) series. She would rapidly blow up in popularity on Nico Nico Douga, spreading to multiple other platforms as well. She would gain multiple voicebanks for later engines (as well as multiple versions), such as Append, V3, V3 (English), V4 (Chinese), V4X, and V6 AI. A separate voicebank for Crypton's own engine, Piapro Studio, would be made as well, called NT.
==Archetypes==
===Artsy===
Miku was made with the intention of serving as a singer, although dances as well in many music videos and PVs around official games.
=== Big Ol' Eyes ===
Miku's image is designed in an anime style, so her eyes are also large like that.
===Distinctive Voice===
Miku's voice has a sweet, youthful, and clear tone that is pleasant to listen to. As a virtual singing voice (Vocaloid), her voice also has a distinctive "robotic" quality, creating a modern yet charming feel. Miku can express a wide range of emotions, from joyful to melancholic, depending on the song, highlighting the versatility of a virtual character in music.
===Perpetual Smiler===
Miku mostly keeps a smile in her voicebank art, game illustrations, and more.
===Quotable Catchphrase(s)===
"ミクだよ" (Mikudayo).
=== Retro ===
She has a connection to the "Retro" theme through her music and imagery. Many of her songs have a synth-pop and chiptune vibe, reminiscent of the '80s and '90s. Her design often incorporates classic anime styles, evoking a sense of nostalgia. While she isn't solely defined by a retro style, Miku attracts fans by blending modern elements with vintage influences.
===Robot===
She is described as an "android diva" by Crypton. https://web.archive.org/web/20080501152250/http://www.p-tina.net/interview/98
===Theme Song/Flanderization===
"World is Mine" by ryo. Additionally, in Miku's early development, Crypton was thinking about giving each Cryptonloid a character item. This is the reason why lots of promotion, art, and Vocaloid music features Miku with a leek. One of the most well known Vocaloid songs using Miku and a leek, is the song "Ievan Polkka".
=== Well-Dressed ===
Her fashion style is distinctive and easily recognizable. She often wears a black crop top with a bow, a short green skirt, and long black gloves. Accessories like a headband and knee-high boots complete her youthful and energetic look, creating an iconic image in pop culture and anime.
==References==
Category:Characters
Category:Sillywoman
Category:Apollyon
Category:Vocaloid
Category:Anime
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Category:Artsy
Category:Big Ol' Eyes
Category:Distinctive Voice
Category:Flanderization
Category:Perpetual Smiler
Category:Quotable Catchphrase(s)
Category:Retro
Category:Robot
Category:Theme Song
Category:Well-Dressed