Vocalise 2 by Heavyocity Kontakt vocal instrument interface

Vocalise 2: Tempo-Synced Vocal Sound Library for Kontakt

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Vocalise 2 is a Kontakt instrument from Heavyocity that offers roughly 700 tempo-synced vocal sound sources, including phrases, rhythmic pedals, motifs, pads and ambient beds. It runs in the Kontakt player or in standalone, VST2, AU and AAX formats.

REQUIRESKontaktHost player sold separately
VST2AUAAXStandaloneKontaktWindowsmacOS64-bit
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01Overview

Vocalise 2 is the follow-up to Heavyocity's Vocalise, built around recorded vocal performances from a group of singers. Its sound sources include melodic phrases, syllabic pedals, chopped and stuttered motifs, vowels, layered pads and ambient vocal beds. Heavyocity describes the collection as aimed at composers and producers across genres. Because the phrases and pedals are tempo-synced, the content is designed to lock to your project tempo. The instrument is delivered as a direct download of about 3.4 GB uncompressed.

Best for

  • Cinematic ambient beds
  • Rhythmic vocal stutters
  • Vocal pad layering
  • Electronic production textures
  • Film and trailer scoring
Developer
Heavyocity
Requires
Kontakt
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • About 700 sound sources across phrases, pedals, motifs and pads
  • 192 tempo-synced melodic phrases in four keys
  • 24 tempo-synced multi-sampled syllabic pedals
  • 48 tempo-synced chopped and stuttered motifs
  • 10 dynamic vowels and 10 three-channel complex pads
  • 48 vocal scapes designed as ambient beds
  • Motion page for volume, pitch and pan pattern creation
  • Playable Trigger FX for real-time control
03In depth

Vocal Sound Sources and Character

The library is organized into several types of material. Melodic phrases come in four different keys, and the 24 syllabic pedals are multi-sampled for playability. The 48 remixed motifs are chopped and stuttered, which suits rhythmic effects. Ten dynamic vowels and ten three-channel complex pads cover sustained textures, and 48 vocal scapes serve as ambient beds.

Heavyocity says the performances were recorded at its New York City studio and that the singers' individual timbres shaped the sound design. Each source is treated as a building block, so you can place it on top of a mix or layer it underneath for added texture.

Workflow, Controls and Motion

Tempo sync is the main workflow feature. The phrases, pedals and motifs are set up to sync with a Kontakt-compatible DAW, which keeps rhythmic vocal parts aligned without manual editing.

The library includes more than 200 snapshots and over 300 motion presets, along with a Motion page for building volume, pitch and pan patterns. Playable Trigger FX lets you control effects in real time. The collection also includes more than 190 instrument presets (NKIs) for quick starting points.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

DeveloperHeavyocity
TypePlugin
CategoryKontakt Instrument
RequiresKontakt
FormatsVST2, AU, AAX, Standalone, Kontakt
Operating systemsWindows, macOS
Architecture64-bit
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use Vocalise 2?

Vocalise 2 requires Kontakt. You can use the full Kontakt 5 engine or the free Kontakt 5 Player, version 5.6.8 or later.

What formats and operating systems does Vocalise 2 support?

Vocalise 2 is available as a Kontakt instrument, VST2, AU, AAX and standalone. It runs on Windows and macOS.

How large is the Vocalise 2 download?

The library is 3.4 GB uncompressed and 2.6 GB compressed. It is available as a direct download only.

Do the vocal phrases sync to my project tempo?

Yes. Heavyocity set up the phrases, pedals and rhythmic motifs to sync with a Kontakt-compatible DAW.

07Developer

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