Note: I translated Suzumofu's guide quickly, because there are so many pages for KotonoSync alone, not counting the other companion software like KotonoTone and all of the tutorial videos (I don't want to spend an eternity translating everything). There might be some parts with not 100% natural English because of how I translate Japanese > English in my head and some software specific terms that I don't remember the most common English equivalent for. But overall it should make enough sense to follow without problems.
[Link to original guide]
Suzumofu Log
Introduction to the automatic rhythm and tuning application <<KotonoSync>> for VOICEROID-use
1. KotonoSync Introduction (This article)
2. How to use KotonoSync 1: Basics
3. How to use KotonoSync 2: Rhythm
4. How to use KotonoSync 3: Settings
5. How to use KotonoSync 4: Usage
[Skipped stuff about updates]
[Warning #2]
If the application isn't working properly, Kotonosync might be being blocked by security software. Please try to add KotonoSync as an exception in the security software.
Details of updates are listed in a text file included with the distribution file.
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KotonoSync Introduction Video
Note: I think if I translate the video, I will make a separate guide for it, because it is very long. I will provide a link once translated.
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Let's try to make Voiceroids sing!
[Skipped this part, because it's not about using KotonoSync's method]
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About KotonoSync
It can create phrase dictionaries arranged in intervals with tuning from sequence data (VSQXs) made with VOCALOID for use with VOICEROID. Also, it can perform completely automatic rhythm and tuning work that is extremely labor-intensive by measuring playback time of all notes.
Knowing the basics of using VOCALOID is a prerequisite, but based on this, the time it takes will be reduced and you will be able to make a VOICEROID sing.
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About converting songs
Fundamentally, it is not the goal to perfectly convert data from a VSQX to data usable by VOICEROID, it is being assumed that the VSQX will be used as an aid for tuning with VOICEROID.
For that reason, it is very likely that VSQX files with finely tuned phonemes won't sing very well. Also, VOICEROID doesn't have many parameters, so parameters other than VEL, DYN, and PIT settings will be disregarded. (Please see the article about treatment of parameters for details)
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Necessary software
There are several software required to run this application.
* Even if you own the required software, it is possible the application won't work due to differences in PC environments.
VOICEROID+ EX series / VOICEROID 2 / Software built with the AITalk engine
This is necessary for voice recitation and rhythm.
VOICEROID+ Yuzuki Yukari EX and other software with the EX name attached are the target.
VOICEROID+ Kotonoha Akane & Aoi don't have the EX name attached, but they have the same features, so they are compatible.
Previous VOICEROIDs without the EX label unfortunately won't work.
Ver 1.5.0 and on can use VOICEROID 2.
Characters that aren't VOICEROIDs like Galaco Talk and Otomachi Una Talk Ex are also compatible.
Ver 2.2.0 and on can use Gynoid Talk Meika Hime & Mikoto.
VOCALOID Editor / VOCALOID Editor for CUBASE / Piapro Studio and so on
It is necessary for creating sequence files (VSQX) that become the base for song conversion.
VOCALOID3 Editor and VOCALOID4 Editor's VSQXs have the same file extension, but the style of the contents are slightly different, either version is supported. Operation confirmation hasn't been conducted, but I think subsituting with other software like VOCALOID Editor for CUBASE and Piapro Studio and so on VSQX output is possible.
And people have made tools that convert from things like UST format to VSQX, so it is possible to use that to make them sing. (But conversion in this method hasn't been confirmed, so please take heed.)
[Warning 1] About the VOICEROID link function
Kotonosync implements recitation and rhythm tuning functions by sending messages from outside of VOICEROID. It is possible that VOICEROID might become unable to run properly because this differs from the intended usage method of VOICEROID.
It is recommended to back up the original VOICEROID settings and dictionary files. Also, please use responsibly and do not cause problems for the distributor AH-Software.
[Warning 2] About using VSQXs distributed by other people
In the case of using VSQX files distributed by other people, there may be terms of use, so please confirm there are no problems when using them in order to avoid trouble.
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About publishing voice & videos made with this application
Please review the following points when working with voices/videos made with this application.
Terms of use for the automatic rhythm and tuning application <<KotonoSync>> for VOICEROID-use
#1 (About using various software before linking)
1-1. Please follow these terms of use when using VOICEROID voice data and characters. There are several reference links pasted, so confirm the details there.
<<VOICEROID license types>>
www.ah-soft.com
<<Application for distribution involving money for individuals/doujin circles>>
www.ah-soft.com
It is a page mainly about doujin events and using character voices for products being distributed for money.
<<VOICEROID license for individuals>>
www.ah-soft.com
This is the page for the previously mentioned introduction to licenses for using VOICEROID voices commercially, but other various usages of the voices are listed.
Please check once regardless of being for commercial/non-commercial use.
<<VOICEROID music license application>>
www.ah-soft.com
<<Guideline for using each character>>
Each character's product page and official site have this published on it, so please confirm there.
1-2. You can use software other than VOICEROID that implements the AITalk engine .
Please follow the terms of use for corresponding characters and software.
#2. (Requirements for this application)
2-1. If following the terms of services for voices and characters from #1, then commercial use is OK.
2-2. It is prohibited to use for slander in order to prevent trouble.
#3. (Reporting usage and writing credits, etc)
3-1. Basically, it's okay not to report using this application.
Please contact me once if you are feeling unsure about usage conditions.
3-2. Crediting this application is optional.
Writing it somewhere would make me happy, but in cases where it's difficult to write, it's okay not to.
3-3. Introduction video for submitting to niconico as a content tree (link) so I am notified (This isn't required)
Note: The video links to the video linked to in the "KotonoSync Introduction Video" section, so I didn't link to it again.
3-4. It's OK to submit to sites other than just niconico (like Twitter and YouTube)
Please enjoy using while following the above contents.
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Contact
Please contact Suzumofu's Twitter @suzu_dov with questions, bug reports/requests or in the comment field of this article regarding this application.
This is developed as a hobby, so I can't necessarily answer every request, so please understand this point.
*Inquiries addressed to the email address mentioned on my niconico user profile are OK, but it is likely responses will be slow.
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Download location
KotonoSync's download location is the following URL:
The download password is
The application's most recent version:
Note: I'm not going to actually paste the link so that I don't have to update this tutorial, go to the link I just posted a bit earlier instead.
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How to download
Click the latest version of KotonoSync (will have a blue square icon by the name and be at the top):
Fill in the password:
Click the download button to get a .zip of the files:
If you have a red error box instead of a green box, the password was inputted incorrectly. Sometimes I have problems downloading and have to keep trying to put the password in and closing the window and starting over. Don't give up, keep trying until you get the password to work.
====================================================================================================
Extra information
Please follow Rylitah's tutorials for setting up KotonoSync with your Voiceroids.
[Link to original guide]
Suzumofu Log
Introduction to the automatic rhythm and tuning application <<KotonoSync>> for VOICEROID-use
1. KotonoSync Introduction (This article)
2. How to use KotonoSync 1: Basics
3. How to use KotonoSync 2: Rhythm
4. How to use KotonoSync 3: Settings
5. How to use KotonoSync 4: Usage
[Skipped stuff about updates]
[Warning #2]
If the application isn't working properly, Kotonosync might be being blocked by security software. Please try to add KotonoSync as an exception in the security software.
Details of updates are listed in a text file included with the distribution file.
====================================================================================================
KotonoSync Introduction Video
Note: I think if I translate the video, I will make a separate guide for it, because it is very long. I will provide a link once translated.
====================================================================================================
Let's try to make Voiceroids sing!
[Skipped this part, because it's not about using KotonoSync's method]
====================================================================================================
About KotonoSync
It can create phrase dictionaries arranged in intervals with tuning from sequence data (VSQXs) made with VOCALOID for use with VOICEROID. Also, it can perform completely automatic rhythm and tuning work that is extremely labor-intensive by measuring playback time of all notes.
Knowing the basics of using VOCALOID is a prerequisite, but based on this, the time it takes will be reduced and you will be able to make a VOICEROID sing.
====================================================================================================
About converting songs
Fundamentally, it is not the goal to perfectly convert data from a VSQX to data usable by VOICEROID, it is being assumed that the VSQX will be used as an aid for tuning with VOICEROID.
For that reason, it is very likely that VSQX files with finely tuned phonemes won't sing very well. Also, VOICEROID doesn't have many parameters, so parameters other than VEL, DYN, and PIT settings will be disregarded. (Please see the article about treatment of parameters for details)
====================================================================================================
Necessary software
There are several software required to run this application.
* Even if you own the required software, it is possible the application won't work due to differences in PC environments.
VOICEROID+ EX series / VOICEROID 2 / Software built with the AITalk engine
This is necessary for voice recitation and rhythm.
VOICEROID+ Yuzuki Yukari EX and other software with the EX name attached are the target.
VOICEROID+ Kotonoha Akane & Aoi don't have the EX name attached, but they have the same features, so they are compatible.
Previous VOICEROIDs without the EX label unfortunately won't work.
Ver 1.5.0 and on can use VOICEROID 2.
Characters that aren't VOICEROIDs like Galaco Talk and Otomachi Una Talk Ex are also compatible.
Ver 2.2.0 and on can use Gynoid Talk Meika Hime & Mikoto.
VOCALOID Editor / VOCALOID Editor for CUBASE / Piapro Studio and so on
It is necessary for creating sequence files (VSQX) that become the base for song conversion.
VOCALOID3 Editor and VOCALOID4 Editor's VSQXs have the same file extension, but the style of the contents are slightly different, either version is supported. Operation confirmation hasn't been conducted, but I think subsituting with other software like VOCALOID Editor for CUBASE and Piapro Studio and so on VSQX output is possible.
And people have made tools that convert from things like UST format to VSQX, so it is possible to use that to make them sing. (But conversion in this method hasn't been confirmed, so please take heed.)
[Warning 1] About the VOICEROID link function
Kotonosync implements recitation and rhythm tuning functions by sending messages from outside of VOICEROID. It is possible that VOICEROID might become unable to run properly because this differs from the intended usage method of VOICEROID.
It is recommended to back up the original VOICEROID settings and dictionary files. Also, please use responsibly and do not cause problems for the distributor AH-Software.
[Warning 2] About using VSQXs distributed by other people
In the case of using VSQX files distributed by other people, there may be terms of use, so please confirm there are no problems when using them in order to avoid trouble.
====================================================================================================
About publishing voice & videos made with this application
Please review the following points when working with voices/videos made with this application.
Terms of use for the automatic rhythm and tuning application <<KotonoSync>> for VOICEROID-use
#1 (About using various software before linking)
1-1. Please follow these terms of use when using VOICEROID voice data and characters. There are several reference links pasted, so confirm the details there.
<<VOICEROID license types>>
VOICEROIDライセンス｜製品情報｜AHS(AH-Software)
<<Application for distribution involving money for individuals/doujin circles>>
AH-Software VOICEROID 楽曲使用ライセンス申請ページ
<<VOICEROID license for individuals>>
VOICEROID 個人向け商用ライセンス｜製品情報｜AHS(AH-Software)
Please check once regardless of being for commercial/non-commercial use.
<<VOICEROID music license application>>
AH-Software VOICEROID 楽曲使用ライセンス申請ページ
<<Guideline for using each character>>
Each character's product page and official site have this published on it, so please confirm there.
1-2. You can use software other than VOICEROID that implements the AITalk engine .
Please follow the terms of use for corresponding characters and software.
#2. (Requirements for this application)
2-1. If following the terms of services for voices and characters from #1, then commercial use is OK.
2-2. It is prohibited to use for slander in order to prevent trouble.
#3. (Reporting usage and writing credits, etc)
3-1. Basically, it's okay not to report using this application.
Please contact me once if you are feeling unsure about usage conditions.
3-2. Crediting this application is optional.
Writing it somewhere would make me happy, but in cases where it's difficult to write, it's okay not to.
3-3. Introduction video for submitting to niconico as a content tree (link) so I am notified (This isn't required)
Note: The video links to the video linked to in the "KotonoSync Introduction Video" section, so I didn't link to it again.
3-4. It's OK to submit to sites other than just niconico (like Twitter and YouTube)
Please enjoy using while following the above contents.
====================================================================================================
Contact
Please contact Suzumofu's Twitter @suzu_dov with questions, bug reports/requests or in the comment field of this article regarding this application.
This is developed as a hobby, so I can't necessarily answer every request, so please understand this point.
*Inquiries addressed to the email address mentioned on my niconico user profile are OK, but it is likely responses will be slow.
====================================================================================================
Download location
KotonoSync's download location is the following URL:
The download password is
Note: Sometimes trying to write the password by hand can cause errors, please copy and paste this password.
The application's most recent version:
Note: I'm not going to actually paste the link so that I don't have to update this tutorial, go to the link I just posted a bit earlier instead.
====================================================================================================
How to download
Click the latest version of KotonoSync (will have a blue square icon by the name and be at the top):
Fill in the password:
Click the download button to get a .zip of the files:
If you have a red error box instead of a green box, the password was inputted incorrectly. Sometimes I have problems downloading and have to keep trying to put the password in and closing the window and starting over. Don't give up, keep trying until you get the password to work.
====================================================================================================
Extra information
Please follow Rylitah's tutorials for setting up KotonoSync with your Voiceroids.
