Cheng Xiao 2 voice preset artwork for Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro

Cheng Xiao 2 Voice for Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro: Peking Opera Vocal Preset

Cheng Xiao 2 Voice for Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro is a feminine Chinese singing voice expansion from Dreamtonics, built around Peking Opera vocals. It requires Synthesizer V Studio 2 to run.

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01Overview

Cheng Xiao 2 is a voice library from Dreamtonics for Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro. Dreamtonics describes it as the first commercial vocal synthesis software to offer Peking Opera synthesized vocals. The voice draws on Peking Opera repertoire as its sample base, which gives it a foundation for singing Peking opera and operatic material. It is aimed at producers who want a traditional Chinese flavor in a synthesized vocal.

Best for

  • Peking opera vocals
  • Operatic Chinese songs
  • Traditional Chinese flavor
  • Stylized vocal synthesis
  • Multilingual vocal projects
  • Character dubbing
Developer
Dreamtonics
Store
Plugin Boutique
02Key features

What you get

  • Feminine Chinese singing voice for Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro
  • Built on Peking Opera repertoire samples
  • Three vocal modes: Open, Closed and Resonant
  • Free combination of vocal modes for different singing effects
  • Cross-lingual synthesis in Japanese, English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish and Korean
  • Requires Synthesizer V Studio 2
03In depth

Peking Opera Vocal Character and Modes

Dreamtonics says the voice is built to capture the impression left by Chinese Peking Opera actresses. Its samples come from Peking Opera repertoire, so the voice is suited to operatic phrasing and traditional Chinese colour.

Cheng Xiao 2 offers three vocal modes: Open, Closed and Resonant. Each suits different styles of singing and dubbing, and they can be combined freely to shape the sound of a part.

Multilingual Synthesis in Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro

Through Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro's cross-lingual synthesis, the voice supports Japanese, English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish and Korean. This makes it usable for projects that move between languages within a single vocal line.

The voice is a library for Synthesizer V Studio 2, so it is not a standalone instrument. Check the system requirements below before installing.

04Specs

Will it run?

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

DeveloperDreamtonics
TypePreset pack / expansion
CategoryExpansion Packs
RequiresSynthesizer V
05FAQ

Questions, answered

What do I need to use Cheng Xiao 2?

Cheng Xiao 2 requires Synthesizer V Studio 2 to function. Its listed system requirements are Windows 10/11 or macOS 11+, an Intel/AMD x64 or Apple Silicon CPU, 4 GB of RAM minimum (8 GB recommended) and 1 GB of available disk space.

Is Cheng Xiao 2 a Peking Opera voice?

Dreamtonics describes Cheng Xiao 2 as the first commercial vocal synthesis software to offer Peking Opera synthesized vocals. Its samples are drawn from Peking Opera repertoire, which supports singing Peking opera and operatic songs.

Which languages does Cheng Xiao 2 sing in?

Through Synthesizer V Studio 2 Pro's cross-lingual synthesis, Cheng Xiao 2 supports Japanese, English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish and Korean.

07Developer

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