Cubase 9.5 Tutorial - Making a Robot Voice 🤖🤖

Introduction

In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a robot voice using Cubase 9.5. By following a series of steps involving the Pitch Correct Plugin, MIDI control, and layered tracks, you can achieve an authentic robotic sound that can enhance your music production.

Step 1: Set Up Your Tracks

• Create a Drone Track

  • Open Cubase and create a new MIDI track.
  • Choose a synth sound that has a long sustain to serve as your drone.
  • Record a simple, sustained note or chord that will act as the base of your robot voice.

• Create a Melody Track

  • Add another MIDI track for your melody.
  • Select a different synth sound that contrasts with the drone.
  • Record a melody that you want the robot voice to mimic or sing along with.

Step 2: Apply the Pitch Correct Plugin

• Insert the Pitch Correct Plugin

  • On your melody track, insert the Pitch Correct Plugin.
  • This plugin will allow you to manipulate the pitch and create the robotic effect.

• Set Up MIDI Control

  • Go to the MIDI settings and ensure that your MIDI controller is connected.
  • Assign a MIDI controller knob or fader to control the settings on the Pitch Correct Plugin.

Step 3: Fine-Tune Your Robot Voice

• Adjust Pitch Correct Settings

  • Experiment with the settings such as the pitch correction speed and the scale.
  • Use slower correction speeds for a smoother robotic effect, or faster speeds for a more jittery sound.

• Layer Effects

  • Consider adding additional effects such as reverb or delay to enhance the sound.
  • Adjust the levels to ensure the robot voice blends well with the drone track.

Step 4: Automate Parameters for Variation

• Automation of MIDI Parameters

  • Use automation to change the pitch correction settings over time, creating a dynamic effect.
  • Draw automation curves in the Cubase interface to modulate the robot voice's characteristics throughout the track.

• Experiment with Different Melodies

  • Try different melodies and see how they interact with the drone track.
  • Don’t hesitate to tweak the MIDI notes for the best robotic sound.

Conclusion

You have now created a convincing robot voice in Cubase 9.5 by using the Pitch Correct Plugin and MIDI control. Remember to experiment with different drones, melodies, and effects to find the perfect robotic sound for your projects. As a next step, consider integrating this technique into larger music compositions or sound design projects to further enhance your creativity.