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Eseph (エセフ) is a voicebank for the UTAU and OpenUTAU programs.

History[]

Eseph is a genderless/sexless masc-presenting UTAU. He was initially released July 2021. Since then, Eseph has received language updates and voicebank updates.

Character Details[]

A mysterious android from an unknown land. It is believed that he is from a world where androids are very commonplace. Eseph himself seems to be built for music instruction. He is extremely curious and impressionable, though becomes anxious easily. He often sings songs to calm himself.

Product Information[]

「eseph COLORS」*NEW* 06/17/24[]

A line of Multi-Expression voicebanks for UTAU & OpenUtau.

Product Information
Optimum
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Technical
  Input: Kana-aliased(Numeric file names)
  Reclist: VCV (+CVVC,CV Aliases) (G#2, E3, A3, G#4[Falsetto])
  System: Microsoft Windows, MAC OS, and Linux
Package details as noted:
  • Current Version: v1.0
  • Japanese VCV Sound Library for UTAU. CVVC and CV Aliases are also included.
  • Recorded with custom list.
  • It is compatible with presamp and autoCVVC2.002
  • It is compatible with OpenUTAU's [JA VCV] & [JA CVVC] phonemizer.
  • Has various extra sounds not present in standardized VCV. Phonemes for consonant gemination ( a.k.a. 促音(Sokuon), or っ("Little 'tsu'" ) ) are also present.
  • Optimized for OpenUtau and WORLDLINE-R.
  • Has 5 Voice Colors. Can be all used together or individually.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Technical
  Input: ARPAbet (DELTA Patch available)
  Reclist: D-ARPAsing[E-Type] (G#2, E3, A3, G#4[Falsetto])
  System: Microsoft Windows, MAC OS, and Linux
Package details as noted:
  • Current Version: v1.0
  • English ARPAbet Sound Library for UTAU.
  • Recorded with custom list. Uses D-ARPAsing format. Backwards-compatible with classic ARPAsing.
  • There is a DELTA Patch, which allows use of the voicebank in DELTA-Style SAMPA format.
  • It is compatible with ARPAsing Assistant and LyricInputHelper.
    • ARPAsing Assistant only works with eseph_COLORS_Complete_en. It will not work when using a Voice Color as an individual voicebank.
  • It is compatible with OpenUTAU's [EN ARPA] phonemizer. The DELTA patch allows compatibility with the [EN XSAMPA] phonemizer.
  • The voicebank has a number of phonemes that are not standard for ARPAsing or ARPAbet, so that eseph can sing with his intended accent. A custom OpenUtau and LyricInputHelper dictionary which utilize these phonemes are included.
  • Optimized for OpenUtau and WORLDLINE-R.
  • It is recommended to set the Normalization parameter ( P flag in UTAU ) to around 0~20.
  • Has 5 Voice Colors. Can be all used together or individually.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Voice Colors[]

Each voicebank shares 5 Voice Colors, and 2 X(Cross) Colors between them. They are designed to sound identical between the Japanese and English voicebanks, with the same tone, direction, and number of pitches.

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: EDM, Electronica, Techno, Trance, Dance
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 3 Pitches(G#2, E3, A3)
  • A neutral tone. It boasts a consistent and clear timbre throughout its whole range.
  • Bridges the gap between 02_Soft and 03_Strong.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: Soft Rock, Pop, Electronica, Ambient, Funk, Choir, Lo-Fi
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 3 Pitches(G#2, E3, A3)
  • A relaxed tone. The timbre is light and delicate, with sharp and clear consonants.
  • Bridges the gap between 01_Straight and 04_Weak.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: Rock, Metal, Industrial, Dance, Alternative
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 3 Pitches(G#2, E3, A3)
  • A stern tone. The vowels are loud and the timbre is tense
  • It is the strongest of eseph's Voice Colors.
  • This Vocal Colors' degree of intensity tends to vary somewhat depending on the resampler or rendering engine.
  • This Voice Color is great for a stronger high-range, or a rigid and gravelly low range.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: Ballad, Soft Rock, EDM, Dark Techno, Pop, Electronica, Vaporwave
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 3 Pitches(G#2, E3, A3)
  • A whispery tone. There is an apparent "breathiness" to the voice.
  • It is the most subdued of eseph's Voice Colors.
  • Contrast to the other Voice Colors, this one goes best with 05_Falsetto.
  • It is meant to have a more "whisty" quality than 02_Soft.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: Soft EDM, Ballad, Indie, Ambient
  Range: F4 ~ F5
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 1 Pitch(G#4)
  • A special tone that enables expert control of a masculine falsetto. Its timbre is thin with a feminine flavor.
  • Pairs best with 04_Weak.
  • It is recommended that it is not used below F4.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: Rock, Pop, EDM, Dance
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 3 Pitches(G#2[02_Soft], E3[01_Straight], A3[03_Strong])
  • A setting where the voice is weaker in the lower range, and stronger in the higher range. Powerscale.
  • Of all of the Voice Colors, this one most closely resembles the tone of eseph's original voicebanks.
Downloads as noted:

Product Information
Optimum
  Genre: Soft EDM, Ballad, Lo-fi, Vaporwave
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Package details as noted:
  • 4 Pitches(G#2[01_Straight], E3[02_Soft], A3[04_Weak], G#4[05_Falsetto])
  • A setting where the voice becomes weaker at higher pitches.
  • This tone is sweet and best for making eseph sing emotionally.
Downloads as noted:



「eseph for UTAU」[]

Product Information
Optimum
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Technical
  Input: Kana-encoded and Kana-aliased
  Reclist: CVVC (G2, E3, A3, G#4[Falsetto])
  System: Microsoft Windows, MAC OS, and Linux
Package details as noted:
  • Current Version: v1.2
  • Japanese CVVC Sound Library for UTAU
  • Recorded with eve-style recording list.
  • There are additional modifications to the recording list.
  • It is compatible with presamp and autoCVVC2.002.
  • It is compatible with OpenUTAU's JA CVVC phonemizer.
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Product Information
Optimum
  Range: C2 ~ G4
  Tempo: 60 ~ 200 BPM
Technical
  Input: XSAMPA
  Reclist: CVVC[delta_g03] (G2, E3, A3, G#4[Falsetto])
  System: Microsoft Windows, MAC OS, and Linux
Package details as noted:
  • Current Version: v1.2
  • English CVVC Sound Library for UTAU
  • Recorded with delta_eng_g03 recording list.
  • Supports Delta and ARPAsing.
  • It is compatible with presamp, autoCVVC2.002, and ARPAsing Assistant.
  • Recorded Scales: G2, E3, A3, G#4 (Falsetto)
Downloads as noted:
Voicebank sample

Terms of Use[]

Distribution[]

Website[]

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( The following is a repost of Terms of Use page. Please reference the official page for the most up-to-date Terms of Use )

The following terms and conditions apply to all usages of VIRTUAL VOCALIST "eseph", including the character mascot, brand, and sound libraries such as "eseph for UTAU" and "eseph COLORS". In the event there are inconsistencies in translations of this document, the English version ( this version ) takes precedent. VIRTUAL VOCALIST "eseph" is owned and managed by eseph-voice.


Using Virtual Vocalist eseph for:[]
  • Expression that is illegal, discriminatory, or aimed at harming others is strictly prohibited.
  • Pedophiliac expression, or for acts which encourage it are strictly prohibited. "Pedophiliac expression" refers to content that portrays sexual or romantic acts between one or more legal adults and individuals below the legal age of majority in a desirable, encouraging, or jovial manner. This includes both fictional and non-fictional depictions.
  • Religious expression is strictly prohibited. "Religious expression" refers to content which is intended to proselytize, evangelize, or indoctrinate on behalf of a particular religious group. This also includes works used in religious seminars or congregations, such as church services. This condition does not apply to common hymns in the public domain, mere references to religion, or generalized religious themes.
  • Political expression is strictly prohibited. "Political expression" refers to content which is intended to advocate or campaign for a particular political figure or group. This includes works made with the intent to sway large groups of people, or alter the wider public perception of a political entity as part of a campaign effort. This also includes, though is not limited to, works associated with political propaganda, government-funded programs, or campaigning for or against legal bills and laws. This condition does not apply to mere mentions of political entities, or works where politics are a theme of the work.
  • Hate speech is strictly prohibited. This encompasses, though is not restricted to, works deliberately meant to express perspectives that are racist, misogynistic, homophobic, transphobic, classist, or ableist in nature.
  • Usage of Virtual Vocalist eseph, or its output, in any sort of Deep-Learning or Deep Neural Network (DNN) technology is strictly prohibited. This does not include being used adjacent to ethically-sourced AI voice-databases ( Synthesizer V AI, CeVIO AI, VOCALOID AI, etc. ).
  • Usage of Virtual Vocalist eseph in, or adjacent to, any sort of endeavor involving Cryptocurrency, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), or blockchain technology is strictly prohibited.
  • Virtual Vocalist eseph can be used for sexual, 18+, or R-rated content. A content warning is strongly encouraged.
  • Virtual Vocalist eseph can be used for grotesque or violent content. A content warning is strongly encouraged.
  • Virtual Vocalist eseph can be used for LGBTQ+ Expression.
  • Virtual Vocalist eseph can be used for "Kemono" or "Furry" Expression.
  • The members of eseph-voice are not responsible for any troubles caused by using this product, mascot, or brand.
  • eseph-voice can restrict the use of Virtual Vocalist eseph and its associated assets for any reason.

The following conditions apply to uses of Virtual Vocalist eseph products.[]
  • You may edit the configuration files ( oto.ini, .frq, etc. ).
  • You may distribute edited configuration files.
  • You may use Virtual Vocalist eseph on voice synthesis software it was not originally designed for.
  • You may not redistribute Virtual Vocalist eseph, or its sample data, without permission from eseph-voice. In the event Virtual Vocalist eseph is no longer available for no clear reason ( e.g. website failure, disappearance of the owner, broken links, etc. ), Virtual Vocalist eseph may be redistributed non-commercially for the purposes of preservation and continued accessibility.

The following conditions apply to both commercial and non-commercial uses of the Virtual Vocalist eseph character mascot and branding.[]
  • You may use the official character artwork and assets in your works.
  • You may create derivative mascots or works. For derivative works, you must specify Virtual Vocalist eseph as the source.

Commercial Use[]

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