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Autotune is an indispensable music production tool. You can hear autotuned vocals in all music genres, from the latest chart-topping singles to demo tracks by indie artists.
Thanks to free autotune alternatives, the pitch correction features that were once exclusive to the Antares Auto-Tune Pro ($399) plugin are now available to everyone.
Yes, you can try the Antares Auto-Tune plugin for free for 14 days, but the alternatives listed below are the preferred option if you’re looking for a more permanent solution.
If your music production software collection lacks a pitch correction tool, our list of free autotune VSTs will help keep your vocals pitch-perfect. All you’ll need to get started is a digital audio workstation that can host VST plugins.
Pitch correction is primarily used to correct pitch imperfections in a vocal recording. If used sparingly, an autotune plugin can provide perfect vocals that don’t sound unnatural.
However, pitch correction can also change the vocal timbre and melody more intentionally, in which case autotuning is used as a creative effect.
The latter scenario is also known as the “T-Pain effect” or “the Cher effect,” which was made famous by Cher’s song “Believe.”
Regardless of your pitch correction requirements, the free autotune plugins listed below can substitute the original Auto-Tune effect by Antares.Free Autotune Plugins (2024 Update)
Here are the best free autotune plugins of 2024:
- Graillon 2 Free Edition
- MAutoPitch
- Spoton
- GSnap
- KeroVee
- TrapTune Free Edition
- Vox Tune Auto Pitch
- Voloco
Scroll down for more info about each free autotune plugin.
Graillon 2 Free Edition by Auburn Sounds
Graillon 2 Free Edition is the best free autotune software on the market.
Its pitch correction module is efficient and easy to use, earning Graillon 2 the number one spot on the autotune freebie list. It is compatible with all digital audio workstations on Windows and macOS.
Autotuning vocals with Graillon 2 couldn’t be more straightforward. Place it as an insert effect in your vocal mix channel (or your live vocal processing chain), turn on the Correction module, and you’re ready.
Those who require more control over the pitch correction process can limit the note range to a particular scale, adjust the pitch correction speed, and define the autotune algorithm’s note detection range.
Graillon 2 can sound more or less artificial thanks to its flexible pitch correction engine, depending on your project’s stylistic requirements. The mix knob on the right-hand side of the user interface can further reduce the autotune module’s impact where needed.
On the other end of the realism spectrum, you can pair Graillon 2’s pitch shifter module with its pitch correction algorithm to develop some unusual-sounding vocals. For example, you can mix the dry vocal with the autotuned signal for a unique chorus-like effect.
Or, you can add some pitch shifting with preserved formants to the mix. This will effectively thicken the vocals, adding depth and slightly correcting the pitch simultaneously.
The developer recently released an updated version of Graillon 2. It features a resizable user interface (you can set it to any size between 75% and 200%), increasing compatibility with different screen sizes.
Download: Graillon 2 (32-bit & 64-bit VST/AU plugin format for Windows & Mac OS)
MAutoPitch by MeldaProduction
MAutoPitch is in no way a less capable Antares Auto-Tune alternative than Graillon 2.
While the pitch correction features of the two plugins are roughly the same, MeldaProduction’s product adds a few bonus tools, such as stereo width adjustment, automatic gain control, and a limiter.
This free autotune effect is flexible and easy to operate, with adjustable speed, range, scale, and depth. The added stereo widening feature can be helpful in a vocal processing chain, but double-check your mix in mono when using it.
MAutoPitch has a user interface that is slightly less intuitive than Graillon’s, but your mileage may vary.
To be fair, MeldaProduction provides a wide choice of different skins with its plugins, so you can choose a look that fits your preference (or your DAW’s interface).
Aside from those drawbacks, MAutoPitch is a brilliant free autotune that could quickly become your go-to pitch correction tool. Like Graillon 2, it is compatible with all PC and Mac VST and AU plugin hosts.
Download: MAutoPitch (32-bit & 64-bit VST/VST3/AU/AAX plugin format for Windows & Mac OS)
Spoton by Sixth Sample
Spoton is the easiest-to-use free autotune plugin. However, that doesn’t make it less useful if you’re looking for quick pitch correction results.
The plugin utilizes a simple plug-and-play workflow. Load it on your vocal track, and the pitch should be corrected as soon as you move the Amount knob.
If the resulting vocal is too “autotuned” for your taste, use the Speed knob to make the pitch correction more natural.
You can also use the keyboard at the bottom of the interface to define the scale. This will ensure the pitch is corrected to the notes that fit your song.
And that’s it! You can use Spoton to autotune vocals in seconds if you don’t require advanced features.
Spoton is a simple and fast autotune effect that’s completely free. During our test, it matched the pitch correction quality of Graillon 2 Free Edition quite closely while being more straightforward to use for beginners.
Download: Spoton (VST3, AU, AAX for Windows and macOS)
GSnap by Graham Yeadon
GSnap is an old freeware autotune plugin. It was the first free autotune VST on the market. Pitch correction software was still somewhat of a rarity when GSnap was released.
Regarding its features and design, GSnap is still a fantastic pitch correction tool. At first look, it looks pretty similar to Graillon 2 and MAutoPitch. One excellent feature that sets it apart is the ability to tune the processed audio signal according to the MIDI notes on the input.
In other words, you don’t have to rely on the plugin’s automatic pitch detection algorithm. Instead, the user can feed the correct MIDI notes into the plugin and let it take care of the rest.
GSnap’s automatic pitch detection algorithm also does a great job, although it lacks the formant shifting features available in Graillon 2 and MAutoPitch.
Unlike Graillon 2 and MAutoPitch, GSnap only works on Windows-based systems. However, it does come with a very well-written manual. The instructions are worth reading if you want to use GSnap as your go-to free autotune effect.
Download: GSnap (32-bit & 64-bit VST plugin format for Windows & macOS)
KeroVee by g200kg
KeroVee is another old-school pitch correction tool, released way back in 2010. Although it looks slightly less slick than the previous three autotune VSTs on this list, KeroVee’s feature set is on par with the competition. In fact, it also features the MIDI input mode seen in GSnap.
Although MIDI input isn’t required for that classic “T-Pain autotune effect,” the feature is convenient if you want absolute control over the vocal pitch. In a way, KeroVee is closer to Celemony Melodyne than Antares Auto-Tune.
However, KeroVee can also operate in automatic “free autotune” mode, like Graillon 2 and MAutoPitch.
One area in which KeroVee doesn’t shine is system compatibility. It will only work as a VST plugin in Windows-based digital audio workstations, so macOS users are out of luck.
If you use an older Windows DAW, KeroVee could be the best option for a gratis autotune plugin. It uses almost zero CPU resources and works excellently on older 32-bit systems.
Download: KeroVee (32-bit VST plugin format for Windows)
TrapTune Free Edition by UnitedPlugins
TrapTune Free Edition is a freeware autotune alternative by UnitedPlugins. It is a freeware lightweight edition of the full TrapTune pitch correction software.
The plugin’s main limitation is that several pitch correction controls are locked. However, users can browse the included presets covering various common autotune effects.
Furthermore, users can fine-tune the pitch correction intensity, speed, and character. The plugin also includes a set of vocal-processing effects like distortion, reverb, and delay.
TrapTune Free Edition is a helpful tool for producers who need a quick autotuning effect with plenty of presets.
Download: TrapTune Free Edition (64-bit VST/VST3/AU plugin format for Windows & macOS)
Vox Tune Auto Pitch
Vox Tune Auto Pitch is a simple but effective autotuning plugin by Vox Samples.
It’s a barebones pitch correction tool that you can quickly load on a channel to instantly get the classic “autotuned vocal” sound. The plugin features a streamlined interface, sacrificing flexibility while providing immediate results.
You can adjust only three parameters: Key, Smooth, and Scale. The Key and Scale define the target pitch regions, whereas the Smooth knob lets you make the vocal sound less artificial if needed.
I tested Vox Tune Auto Pitch, and the results are acceptable but far from perfect. It’s certainly helpful if you want to quickly create a trap-style vocal.
On the other hand, if you’re looking for something more subtle, Vox Tune Auto Pitch isn’t the autotune alternative you’re looking for.
Download: Vox Tune Auto Pitch (64-bit VST3/AU plugin format for Windows & macOS)
Voloco by Resonant Cavity
Voloco is a simple free autotune designed exclusively as a creative tool.
Don’t expect to achieve subtle vocal pitch correction with Voloco. This is an intentionally robotic-sounding autotune plugin for electronic and urban music.
Although Voloco is available as a VST3 and AU plugin on desktop operating systems, it is primarily used on iOS and Android. The app version of Voloco is easily the best free autotune for mobile devices.
Voloco is an excellent free autotune alternative for beginners who don’t want a plugin with advanced controls. It offers six autotune vocal presets and lets the user adjust the song key and scale.
More info: Voloco (32-bit & 64-bit VST3/AU plugin format for Windows & macOS)
Budget-Friendly Autotune Alternatives
A budget-friendly autotune plugin that won’t break the bank is Auto-Tune Access by Antares. If you’re looking for something more advanced, give iZotope Nectar 3 a try. Brainworx recently released a new autotune effect called bx_crispytuner.
Although more of a pitch shifter than a pitch correction plugin, another interesting vocal processing tool is the excellent Little AlterBoy by Soundtoys. For complete control over the pitch correction process, try using Waves Tune.
If you want a more pricey pitch correction tool, check out Melodyne 5 Essential.
Browser-Based Free Autotune
If you want to quickly autotune a vocal without using VST plugins and your DAW, check out the free Web Tone-Tuner by Matt Mouligan.
This free autotune utility lets you upload a vocal and apply pitch correction from the comfort of your internet browser. The pitch correction algorithm is based on Tom Baran’s Autotalent software.
Web Tone-Tuner can handle uploaded audio files in WAV and MP3 formats. You can also record a new vocal using a microphone. The autotuned vocal can be downloaded as a WAV file.
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