Neutone
🎁FREENeutone.ai is a Tokyo-based platform from Neutone Inc. that develops next-generation AI audio tools to empower musicians, artists, and researchers in exploring new sounds and creative possibilities through machine learning. It provides free real-time audio plugins that integrate directly into DAWs, making advanced neural audio processing accessible without needing programming skills or GPUs. The focus is on bridging AI research with practical music production, offering tools for timbre transfer, experimental effects, and sound design. Key plugins include Morpho (real-time tone morphing with custom model training), FX (a host for community-submitted experimental AI models), and Max for Live devices for Ableton users. The platform fosters a community via Discord, showcases artist collaborations in an "Artists Series," and emphasizes real-time CPU-based processing for seamless workflows in production and live performance.
✨Key Features
- ▸Real-Time Tone Morphing (Morpho): Transforms any input audio (vocals, instruments, sounds) into new timbres/styles while preserving dynamics, pitch, and envelope; supports curated models (e.g., djembe, glass harp, voice conversion) and custom training for personalized results.
- ▸Experimental Model Hosting (FX): Loads and applies community-created AI models for unique effects, with a growing library including RAVE-based models from challenges like IRCAM's 2025 event.
- ▸Max for Live Integration: Specialized devices (e.g., neu.grains for granular processing, neu.vochord) for Ableton Live users to incorporate neural audio tools into sessions.
- ▸Custom Model Training: Users can train private models in Morpho using their own audio datasets, retaining full ownership.
- ▸DAW Compatibility: VST/AU formats for major DAWs (Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Reaper, etc.); CPU-optimized for low-latency real-time use without dedicated hardware.
- ▸Community & Collaboration: Active Discord for support/sharing; Artists Series highlights real-world creative applications; regular updates on plugins, models, and research via newsletter.
- ▸Ethical & Accessible Design: Tools trained on licensed/curated data; free core access to democratize AI in music, with intuitive interfaces for artists and researchers.
- ▸Performance Features: Dry/wet controls, intensity morphing, and high-fidelity resynthesis for creative sound design in recording, mixing, or live settings.