Topline Vocal Suite is a vocal processing plugin from Universal Audio that combines pitch correction with analog-style channel strip, compression, EQ, reverb, delay and modulation effects.
Topline Vocal Suite brings tuning and vocal processing into one plugin. It pairs pitch correction with analog-modeled tools, including a channel strip, compressor and EQ inspired by vintage gear, plus reverb, tape delay and modulation. A preset library is included for a range of genres, and a Live mode supports near real-time tracking directly in your DAW. The plugin also includes Topline Key Finder for identifying the key and scale of a song.
Topline Vocal Suite offers tuning from subtle, transparent correction to faster, more obvious pitch effects. Pitch and formant shifting are independent, so you can adjust each one separately for creative vocal sounds, layering, or record-ready effects.
The tuning tools sit alongside analog-inspired processing, so pitch correction and tone shaping happen in one plugin rather than across a chain of separate tools.
The effects section includes vintage-style mic preamps, tape saturation, a studio compressor, reverb, delay, modulation and an EQ. Universal Audio describes these as built on its analog emulation technology.
The preset library covers several genres and is designed to give usable results with little or no tweaking. Live mode enables near real-time processing for tracking, so you can record processed vocals directly into your DAW.
Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.
| Developer | Universal Audio |
|---|---|
| Type | Plugin |
| Category | Vocal Processing |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
Topline Vocal Suite is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS.
You need a compatible DAW such as Pro Tools 2022, Logic Pro, Ableton Live 11, Cubase 12 or Studio One 5, plus a 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 or macOS 11+ system. Activation requires a free iLok account with iLok Cloud, or an iLok USB (2nd generation or higher) for offline use. A physical iLok is not required for online activation.
No. Universal Audio states that UAD plugins do not work in Apple's GarageBand.
Yes. Live mode provides near real-time processing so you can track vocals directly into your DAW, and the plugin also offers a low-latency mode for real-time inspiration.
