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What it is

Melodyne analyzes recordings and samples note by note, letting users adjust pitch, vibrato, volume, sibilants, note length, timing, and formants. Its four editions cover different editing needs: essential handles basic pitch and timing, assistant adds formant and dynamics editing plus audio-to-MIDI export, editor adds DNA Direct Note Access for individual notes in chords, and studio adds simultaneous editing across tracks in one window. DNA is available in editor and studio for material such as piano and guitar. Melodyne runs standalone or as a VST3, AU, or AAX plug-in, with ARA integration for compatible DAWs. Version 5 supports 64-bit macOS 10.12 or later and Windows 10 or 11; version 5.2 or later runs natively on Apple Silicon Macs. There is no free plan, but a 30-day trial offers full functions and can be used once per computer.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Melodyne analyzes recordings and samples note by note and lets users edit their musical details.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Intended users
The editions address use cases from occasional vocal correction to professional vocal editing, polyphonic instrument and sample editing, and professional multitrack work.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Free plan
NoRead 20 Sep 2026 · shop.celemony.com
Trial
The 30-day trial provides the full functions without limitations, and requires an internet connection for registration and each program launch.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Headquarters
Munich, GermanyRead 28 Sep 2026 · celemony.com
Founded
2000Read 28 Sep 2026 · celemony.com
Activation
Activation is computer-based or via a second- or third-generation iLok USB dongle, except essential, which is computer-based only; internet access is required for first activation.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Audio editing
Users can edit note pitch, vibrato, volume, sibilants, length, timing and formants.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Formats and integrations
Melodyne runs standalone or as a VST3, AU or AAX plug-in, and supports ARA integration with compatible DAWs.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Multitrack
Studio can display and edit notes from multiple tracks together in one window.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Polyphonic editing
The editor and studio editions use DNA Direct Note Access to edit individual notes within chords, including piano and guitar material.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Shop security
Celemony states that its web shop uses a 128-bit SSL browser connection.Read 8 Oct 2026 · shop.celemony.com
Support resources
Celemony provides a Help Center with edition guides, function references, training, tutorials and practical tips.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Supported systems
Melodyne 5 supports 64-bit macOS 10.12 or higher and Windows 10 or Windows 11; version 5.2 or higher runs natively on Apple Silicon Macs.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Trial limit
The Melodyne trial can be used only once on each computer.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com
Upgrade pricing
Users can upgrade to a larger edition by paying the difference in the editions’ list prices.Read 8 Oct 2026 · celemony.com

Plans and prices

Melodyne 5 essential €99, paid once basic vocal pitch and timing editing · no DNA polyphonic note editing Read 8 Oct 2026 · shop.celemony.com
Melodyne 5 assistant €249, paid once professional vocal editing · full toolkit for pitch, timing, vibrato, phrasing, formants and dynamics Read 8 Oct 2026 · shop.celemony.com
Melodyne 5 editor €399, paid once professional vocal editing · DNA editing of individual notes in polyphonic audio Read 8 Oct 2026 · shop.celemony.com
Melodyne 5 studio €649, paid once complete feature set · multitrack workflow Read 8 Oct 2026 · shop.celemony.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Edits pitch, vibrato, volume, sibilants, timing, and formants
  • DNA edits individual notes within chords
  • Studio displays and edits notes across multiple tracks
  • Runs standalone or as a VST3, AU, or AAX plug-in

Limits

  • No free plan
  • Trial can be used only once per computer
  • First activation requires internet access

Who it suits

Melodyne suits users who need anything from occasional vocal correction to detailed polyphonic instrument editing or professional multitrack work. Its editions let users choose among those workflows.

Verdict

Melodyne's editions span basic pitch and timing adjustments through chord-level and multitrack editing. The 30-day trial includes full functions, but it is limited to one use per computer and edition prices are not provided.

Where Specifiction places it

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