ANRI Arcane

* Physical
* Digital

* AUDIOLOGIE (ANRI Arcane + ANRI Bundle Pack)
**Physical copies:**

* AUDIOLOGIE (Physical Box & Merchandise Add-on)

**This article is about the Synthesizer V Studio software known as a voice database, dubbed Arcane. If you are looking for the Synthesizer V character then click here.**

## History

### 2023

On April 1, 2023, AUDIOLOGIE's second upcoming vocal, JUN, had a demo featuring his "Tsubaki" Vocal Mode. This Vocal Mode was noted to have data that was designed specifically to improve Japanese Cross-lingual Singing Synthesis. ANRI was confirmed to receive a similar update in the future. On April 18, in response to a fan, AUDIOLOGIE confirmed that there would be a special collector's edition of ANRI and JUN's duet pack, which was expected to be distributed at a discounted price and would have a brand new cover illustration by Allenkung1.

On June 14 a special "ANRI & JUN Special Duet Edition Box" was released in commemoration of ANRI's 2nd birthday celebration. The hardcover box features a plastic postcard of ANRI's birthday illustration featuring open slots for ANRI and JUN's digital activation code. It was noted that the box does not contain ANRI or JUN's software and is an add-on merchandise box with an activation code holder intended to be paired with digital purchases or previous physical DVD purchases The bundle includes two clear acrylic standees and an acrylic PVC postcard (activation code holder) featuring ANRI and JUN with an illustration by Allenkung1 and "K.".

On July 2, at Anime Expo, ANRI's previously mentioned update was reconfirmed and was planned for release in the second half of 2023. Regarding the improvement to her Japanese Cross-lingual Synthesis, it was confirmed that she would receive additional data and multi-tone Vocal Modes. This update was noted to have been in development alongside JUN's production. The update would be free to users who have purchased ANRI.

On September 30, AUDIOLOGIE Co., Ltd. posted a new demonstration titled "Back to Basics", written by producer ippo.tsk, featuring a new voice database in development for ANRI titled "ANRI Arcane". ANRI Arcane was introduced as a next generation, upgrade for ANRI to be developed for Synthesizer V Studio, advertised as a new standalone voice database, including eleven new vocal modes as well as additional data recorded for Japanese Cross-lingual Singing Synthesis. A free upgrade option was announced to be made available for all current owners of ANRI's full voice database from her original release date up until December 5. Users who purchased her before that time would be able to enter their activation code for their copy of ANRI's first edition voice database onto the official Dreamtonics Co., Ltd. event page upon her release, and would be eligible to receive a new code and free download copy of ANRI Arcane. Additional details would be provided during the official launch period in December 2023. A physical box edition and included merchandise was announced to be offered as an additional add-on bonus. A digital bundle was also announced to be offered, including the first edition of ANRI, to be released on the official AUDIOLOGIE store. Standalone sales of ANRI Arcane would begin following the end of campaign eligibility window, on December 5, 2023. The upgrade edition was announced to be accessible for all first edition, full ANRI owners, to be made available the following week.

Following the first demonstration AUDIOLOGIE Co., Ltd. answered questions from users on Twitter stating that the Arcane voice database was recorded from new data as opposed to using original data from ANRI's first release. The meaning behind the name was announced to be revealed soon. An update for JUN was planned for the future however a set timeframe for the implementation was not decided. It was noted that the Arcane upgrade was not based on the years that have passed since ANRI's initial release, but on the need to update her capabilities to the current AI standard. It was also noted that JUN and ANRI Arcane share much of the same technology. The focus on the companies' next vocalist was announced to be prioritized, however, a concrete date for the debut was not mentioned. AUDIOLOGIE asked users to look forward to their announcement in the following year after the second quarter of 2024. It was noted that ANRI Arcane and JUN were developed concurrently and that Arcane was noted to be similar to an "act. 2" in VOCALOID terminology. ANRI Arcane is noted to have a different direction as compared to the original ANRI vocal's base tone and technical capabilities. Arcane was recorded to have a sweeter sound that enhances her natural cuteness and aligns more with the companies' fans' expectations while adding additional expressiveness.

On October 11, a promotion for ANRI Arcane was launched by AUDIOLOGIE titled "ANRI's Locker". The promotion featured a 3D interactive virtual locker created by KUNGOM, containing various items associated with ANRI. Clicking the items allowed users to learn more about ANRI, including information about her interests, fashions, hobbies, an upcoming music video titled "Eyes Closed" (composed by the producers Anh Duy and Marvin Valentin), as well as the upcoming 11 vocal modes. Upon clicking an item, ANRI's voice could be heard in the background providing a small piece of information about each item. Scattered throughout the locker were stickers labeled: S, M, V, W, P, P, F, E, D, S, and S, each referring to a different vocal mode included in the ANRI Arcane package as well as a description of each one. An official contest was launched allowing users to submit their predictions for the vocal mode names to win prizes, including a chance to win a copy of the ANRI Arcane voice database.

On October 25, AUDIOLOGIE announced that after December 5, ANRI's original debut voice database would be delisted from their store, effectively discontinuing her in favor of ANRI Arcane, which was said to be released for regular customers on December 11.

On November 1, AUDIOLOGIE announced the names of ANRI Arcane's vocal modes alongside an artpiece featuring alternate designs representing each mode.  That same day, AUDIOLOGIE announced that a closed beta test had begun for Arcane, with applications opening for a second closed beta that would begin on December 5.

### Updates

ANRI Arcane AI v101b1 - December 18, 2023
A free update for ANRI Arcane was released following the Synthesizer V Studio 1.11.0b2 update. This implemented support for the Spanish language in the Cross-Lingual Singing Synthesis feature.

## Voice Database Information

### Voice Databases

Product Information
**Optimum**

  **Genre:** Up-tempo Numbers, Gentle Ballads, R&B, Pop, Soul, and Rock
**Versions**

  **Lite Version/FLT Available?:** No  **Starter Pack Available?:** No  **Web Version Available?:** No
**Package details** as noted:

ANRI Arcane is a feminine English voice database based on the singing style of the CV kurapichu. According to AUDIOLOGIE, her voice is described to have a "light and bright tone with a pervading sweetness throughout. Her versatile vocal range across 11 distinct vocal modes can handle anything from hard-driving up-tempo numbers to gentle ballads across multiple genres, including R&B, pop, soul, and rock". As expected of an AI voice database, ANRI is capable of singing with a more human-like and realistic voice.

Included with ANRI Arcane are:

* TBA

**Vocal traits** as noted:

Through Diffusion Probabilistic Models (DPM), ANRI Arcane can use AI Retakes to create multiple "takes" of a sung section with variations in pitch, dynamics, and timbre. This replicates the randomness of a human vocalist, adding a more realistic feel, and allows users to find an ideal vocal without the need for "laborious tuning." This feature is only available in the Synthesizer V Studio Pro Editor.
**Phonetic notes** as noted:

* Phoneme format: ARPABET
* Through Cross-lingual Singing Synthesis, ANRI Arcane can sing in not only English but also in Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Cantonese Chinese. Since the release of her v101b1 update on December 18, 2023, she can also sing in Spanish with this feature. This feature is only available in the Synthesizer V Studio Pro Editor.
	+ It should be noted that ANRI's default language is set to English. She was confirmed to also be trained with Japanese songs to further optimize her Cross-lingual Singing Synthesis capabilities.

**Vocal Modes** as noted (Synthesizer V Studio Pro Editor only):

* ANRI is described as having a versatile vocal range that will span across 11 distinct vocal modes.
	+ "**Vivid**": A vocal mode initially noted to be filled with life and color, not dull or timid and described as idol-like with a nasal pronunciation and a slight power on the highs. **Recommended range: D4-E5**
	+ "**Edge**": A vocal mode initially described to be where sound meets its boundary with an attitude. The sound was noted to draw inspiration from the lead vocalist and co-founder of the rock band My Chemical Romance, Gerard Way. Officially described as gritty and full of attitude, with clear enunciations, has a strong tone and contains belt samples in the high range. Recommended genres: Pop-punk, Rock. **Recommended range: G3-F#5**
	+ "**Dark**" A vocal mode initially described as "the shadowy side of sound, where mysteries and secrets hide." Officially described as an expressive mode that can also change pronunciation. Recommended for songs with a rhythmic cadence. **Recommended range: G#2-G4**
	+ "**Smokey**": A vocal mode initially noted as sharing it's name with the mascot of Wildfire Prevention. Officially described as a voice with a dark colouring and hazy, breathy quality. **Recommended range: A2-E5**
	+ "**Power**": A vocal mode with a full, strong tone. The vocal inspiration for it was noted to be based on Beyoncé, "Queen Bey". Officially described as a solid, bright and clear tone with a strong resonance, contains riff and run samples in the high range. Recommended genres: Soul RnB, Pop. **Recommended range: B3-F5**
	+ "**Flow**": A vocal mode specially designed for melodic rap, initially described referencing a line from Flo Rida's original song *Low*, "She hit the \_\_\_ , next thing you know." Meant for performing songs with a rhythmic cadence, can handle fast pronounciation. Recommend genre: Melodic Rap. **Recommended range: A3-B4**
	+ "**Whisper**": A vocal mode initially noted to be a soft spoken secret, a hushed tone in the air. Officially described as an airy, breathy tone. **Recommended range: C4-D5**
	+ "**Sumire**": A vocal mode, depicted using ANRI's cross-lingual singing synthesis, whose namesake was initially noted to represent "small happiness," (小さな幸せ) "sincerity," (誠実) and "humility" (謙虚) in Hanakotoba, the Japanese form of flower language. Officially described as a bright tone used to improve Japanese pronunciation. Users must have the voice Language set to Japanese and Sumire set to 100%. **Recommended range: A3-F5**
	+ "**Serious**": A vocal mode initially described as having a solemn and grave tone, not to be taken lightly. Officially described as having a dark coloring, meant for performing lower range songs. Official male genderbend settings to produce the vocal for ANDI were provided: tension: 0.240, gender: 0.255, tone shift: 142cents. **Recommended range: F2-C5**
	+ "**Mellow**": A vocal mode initially described with a gentle and laid-back sound. Officially described as a laid-back, expressive mode that can also change pronunciation. Recommended on songs with a rhythmic cadence. **Recommended range: G3-C5**
	+ "**Princess**": A vocal mode associated with royalty, which was initially noted to share it's name with a nickname for the late singer Aaliyah. Officially described as a soft, breathy and cute voice with an easy quality to it. **Recommended range: A3-D5**

**System requirements** as noted:

**Hardware Requirements**:

* CPU:
	+ Intel Core i5 processor or equivalent AMD processor
	+ When editing AI in high quality:
		- 4th Generation Intel Core i5 series or later
		- AMD Athlon X4 845 or later, including Ryzen
* RAM: 2GB or higher
* Disk Space: 1GB or more
	+ For one voice database installation
	+ The amount of space required depends on the number of voice databases installed
* Display: 1280 x 800 resolution or higher

**Software Requirements**:

* Operating System:
	+ Microsoft Windows 11/10/8.1 or later (64 bit)
	+ Mac OS X: 10.11 or later
	+ Ubuntu 18.04 or later (64 bit)

**Other**:

* DVD-ROM drive (physical edition only)
* Audio device
* Internet connection required

**License agreements** as noted:

* AUDIOLOGIE's Commercial Use Guidelines - English

**Voice database sample**

## References

1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkOAmsh-Qq8
2. ↑ https://twitter.com/aria240aria/status/1642202952331927555
3. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1648328066924691457
4. ↑ https://audiologie.us/products/synthesizer-anri-jun-duet-special-edition-box
5. ↑ https://twitter.com/aria240aria/status/1675580096374280193
6. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708270501960003594
7. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708270907771560116
8. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708323309715378317
9. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708283694824427742
10. ↑ https://audiologie.us/products/synthesizer-v-anri-arcane-physical-box-merchandise-no-software
11. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708290595041804753
12. ↑ https://audiologie.us/products/synthesizer-v-ai-anri-digital
13. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708330920284246317
14. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708526542513672429
15. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708871736190787892
16. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708872702319374641
17. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708909108005568918
18. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708926372750758343
19. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1708875191282196780
20. ↑ https://locker.audiologie.us/
21. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1712135981309268418
22. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1712136411129024891
23. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1716078905499755006
24. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1719747375370211619
25. ↑ https://twitter.com/audiologie\_en/status/1719836723503362556
26. ↑ https://dreamtonics.com/synthesizer-v-studio-1-11-0b2-update/
27. ↑ The Vietnamese part of the song is confirmed to use the note-level cross-lingual synthesis feature, mixing and matching the English, Japanese, Mandarin, and Cantonese phonemes to mimic Vietnamese. https://twitter.com/AnhDuyProd/status/1713353418595880989
28. ↑ This demo features ANDI, the official genderbent form of ANRI, specifically of ANRI Arcane, using a configuration based on ANRI Arcane's "Serious" vocal mode, using the flags +gen 0.260, toneshift 167 cents.
29. ↑ https://audiologie.us/products/synthesizer-v-ai-anri-digital
30. ↑ https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/695380056943493280/917681424692297748/20211206\_233713.jpg