System requirements

For Melodyne 5 essential, assistant, editor and studio

macOS	Intel Dual Core processor (Quad Core or better recommended), 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended), macOS 10.12 (64-bit) or higher. Melodyne 5.2 or higher runs natively on Apple Silicon Macs.
Windows	Intel or AMD Dual Core processor (Quad Core or better recommended), 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended), Windows 10 (64-bit), Windows 11, ASIO-compatible audio hardware.
Activation	Computer-based or iLok USB dongle (2nd or 3rd generation), Melodyne essential only computer-based. Internet access is required for the first activation.
Interfaces	Plug-in operation via VST3, AU or AAX. ARA integration with compatible DAWs, as set out in the section on DAW compatibility.

The system requirements listed above apply when Melodyne is running as a stand-alone program. When it is running as a plug-in, however, the system requirements of the DAW must also be met. You will find further information regarding DAW compatibility in the following frame.

DAW compatibility

We test Melodyne regularly with the latest version of each DAW but only, of course, with versions of each operating system that have been cleared for use by the DAW manufacturer in question. If you wish to use some other configuration, please check with the manufacturer of your DAW whether it is compatible with your operating system.

You could equally well use the trial version of Melodyne to test this. With it, you can use all the functions of the program without any limitations, free of charge, for 30 days with no obligation. If Melodyne runs well on your system during the trial phase, it will continue to do so once purchased.

See also the tips and information on DAWs in the Help Center as well as in the FAQ.

A note on ARA-compatible DAWs: Since the manufacturers of the various DAWs support ARA Audio Random Access in different ways, the range of ARA functions offered varies from DAW to DAW. You will find details of the ARA support offered in each case in the documentation of the DAW in question.

Pro Tools

Avid Pro Tools

Pro Tools, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Pro Tools 2025.6 (ARA-AAX) under:

Windows 11
macOS 15.5 (Intel)
macOS 15.5 (Apple Silicon native)

Please also take note of the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Pro Tools in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Logic Pro

Apple Logic Pro X

Logic, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Logic Pro 11.0 (ARA-AU) under:

macOS 14.5 (Intel)
macOS 14.5 (Apple Silicon under Rosetta)

ARA in Logic on Apple Silicon: Melodyne 5.2 runs natively on Macs with Apple Silicon processors. In the case of ARA operation in Logic Pro, however, there’s a special point to bear in mind:

When Apple Logic Pro is run natively on Apple Silicon, it runs Audio Unit plug-ins outside Logic’s own process space. This is actually an important advantage for users, as it prevents Logic from quitting whenever a plug-in crashes. Unfortunately, although this method of hosting AU plug-ins enhances stability, it does not yet fully support third-party extensions like ARA.

If you want to enjoy the advantages of ARA despite this, you can open Logic under the Rosetta emulation layer (using the Finder, locate Logic in your Applications folder and right-click on it, choose “Get Info” and check the option “Open using Rosetta”). This will allow plug-ins to run directly within Logic, as they did formerly on Intel Macs, making it possible once again for you to work with ARA.

We are working closely with Apple on this issue and will let you know immediately as soon as there is any news.

Please also take note of the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Logic Pro in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Cubase

Steinberg Cubase

Cubase, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Cubase 14.0.50 (ARA-VST3) under:

Windows 11
macOS 14.6 (Intel)
macOS 15.1 (Apple Silicon native)

Please also take note of the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Cubase in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Studio One

Presonus Studio One

Studio One, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Studio One 7.2 (ARA-VST3) under:

Windows 11
macOS 15 (Intel)
macOS 15 (Apple Silicon native)

Please also take note of the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Studio One in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Cakewalk

Cakewalk by Bandlab

Cakewalk, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Cakewalk by Bandlab 29.09.0.098 (ARA-VST3) under:

Windows 11

See also the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Cakewalk in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Live

Ableton Live

We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Live 12.2 (VST3) under:

Windows 11
macOS 15.5 (Intel)
macOS 15.5 (Apple Silicon native)

Please also take note of the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Live in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Digital Performer

MOTU Digital Performer

We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

DP 11.2.0 (ARA-VST3) under:

macOS 12.5.1 (Intel)
macOS 12.5.1 (Apple Silicon native)

In the Help Center, you will find detailed information and tips on the use of Melodyne in Digital Performer.

Nuendo

Steinberg Nuendo

Nuendo, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Nuendo 12.0.52 (ARA-VST3) under:

Windows 11
macOS 12.6.2 (Intel)
macOS 12.6.2 (Apple Silicon native)

In the Help Center you will find detailed instructions and tips on the use of Melodyne in Cubase/Nuendo.

Samplitude

Magix Samplitude

Samplitude, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Samplitude Pro X8 19.0.0.23112 (ARA-VST3) under Windows 11

In the Help Center you will find detailed instructions and tips on the use of Melodyne in Samplitude.

Sequoia

Magix Sequoia

Sequoia, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Sequoia 15.4.2 (ARA-VST3) under Windows 10

In the Help Center you will find detailed instructions and tips on the use of Melodyne in Sequoia.

Mixcraft

Acoustica Mixcraft

Mixcraft, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Mixcraft 10.5.596 (ARA-VST3) under Windows 11

In the Help Center you will find detailed instructions and tips on the use of Melodyne in Mixcraft.

Reaper

Cockos Reaper

Reaper, thanks to its support for our ARA Audio Random Access technology, integrates Melodyne in a way that is particularly user friendly. We have tested the latest versions of Melodyne 5 with the following configurations:

Reaper 7.16 (ARA-VST3) under:

Windows 11
macOS 14.4.1 (Intel)
macOS 14.4.1 (Apple Silicon native)

Please also take note of the information and tips on the operation of Melodyne in Reaper in the Help Center and in the FAQ.

Please select a DAW on the left.

Try out Melodyne 5 studio free of charge

Let Melodyne 5 studio convince you: try it out for 30 days – free of charge and without obligation.

You can test all its functions to your heart’s content and without any limitations, saving everything and making further use of it later – exactly as though you’d already purchased the application. During the trial period, you can even switch to the smaller editions to compare their various function sets. This makes finding the right edition simple.

Incidentally, the Melodyne 5 trial version will still run on your computer, even if in the past you have used an earlier trial version of Melodyne on it.

To the trial version

Melodyne 5 studio

How you want to work with audio today. Melodyne 5 studio is the complete Melodyne, with all Melodyne’s unique functions and possibilities. For professional vocal editing, choirs, instruments of all kinds, and samples. And with a multi-track workflow unsurpassed in terms of ease-of-use and musicality.

Buy now

Melodyne 5 essential

The easy way to begin. With Melodyne 5 essential, you edit your vocals using the basic functions for pitch and timing. Musical, quick and easy. And if you need more, you can always upgrade, paying only the difference.

Buy now

Melodyne 5 assistant

The path to professional vocals. Melodyne 5 assistant offers the complete Melodyne toolkit for pitch, timing, vibrato, phrasing, formants and dynamics. Everything you need for professional vocal editing.

Buy now

Melodyne 5 editor

Melodyne power for vocals, instruments of all kinds, and samples. Melodyne 5 editor contains all the professional vocal functions. Plus the legendary DNA algorithm for polyphonic audio. With it, you can adapt any library sample to the chords of your song.

Buy now