Gackpoid

Artist Vocal

A male VOCALOID sold by Internet Co., Ltd., created based on the voice of singer GACKT. Character of a voice synthesis software that gained popularity for its realistic voice quality close to human singing.

Quotes

  • I've been interested in other VOCALOIDs for a while, so I thought it would be very interesting to be the model for one (GACKT)
  • I want only the eyes to be mine (GACKT's request regarding the illustration)
  • If passionate works don't come in, I won't appear on Nico Nico Douga ever again (GACKT's early statement on the Gackpoid contest)
  • Mission is to move hearts with sound
  • The musical sword stimulates the owner's sense of beat and is a tool for enjoying music with friends

Trivia

  • Character designer Kentaro Miura is a heavy Nico Nico Douga user and accepted the commission for free.
  • 'Eggplant' is recognized by fans as an official fan item.
  • Information was pre-announced on April 1, 2008, April Fool's Day, generating buzz.
  • The name Gackpoid was proposed by GACKT himself.
  • Recommended vocal range is A1 to C4.
  • The three VOCALOID3 sound sources (NATIVE, POWER, WHISPER) each have distinctive voice qualities.

Alternate names

GACKPOID Kamui Gakupo Gakupo Gakupo

Tags

Vocaloid Voice synthesis Gackpoid Kamui Gakupo GACKT Male Vocaloid Music software Synthetic voice Character design

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Profile

Species
Humanoid robot
Gender
Male
Birthday
July 31
Birth year
2008

Appearance

Overall appearance
Features cybernetic traditional Japanese attire with kimono-style collar and sleeves incorporating military uniform elements in a Japanese-Western fusion military-style design. Wears a sword (musical sword 'Miburi') at the waist.
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Cybernetic traditional attire
  • Kimono-style collar
  • Military uniform-style outfit
  • Sword (musical sword) at the waist
Iconic items
  • Musical sword 'Miburi'
  • Eggplant (fan item)
  • Traditional military uniform
  • Sword

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Cool
Detailed personality
Calm and composed atmosphere. Singing voice is powerful yet delicate, capable of a wide range of expressions. Image character like a samurai carrying a musical sword, harboring hidden passion.
Keywords
  • Cool
  • Serious
  • Expressive
  • Music lover
  • Calm
  • Japanese style
Motto
Mission is to move hearts with sound
Talents
  • Advanced voice synthesis
  • Reproduction of Japanese male singing voice
  • Diverse singing expressions
Skills
  • VOCALOID editing
  • Song production support
  • Pitch range adjustment
Motivation
To realistically reproduce the voice of real artist GACKT and support numerous song productions. To deliver emotion to people through music.
Habits
Actively used on user submission sites like Nico Nico Douga. Shows diverse expressions in each work.
Favorite foods
Eggplant
Favorite colors
Black, Crimson
Music
Rock, Ballad

History

Backstory
VOCALOID sound source released on July 31, 2008, based on singer GACKT's voice, aiming to realistically reproduce vocals from an actual artist. Character design by Kentaro Miura, the manga artist of 'Berserk', featuring a unique worldview of cybernetic traditional attire.
Debut date
July 31, 2008
Work title
Gackpoid
Media type
Software

VOCALOID2 version release

Significant event
VOCALOID2 version release
Description
Released on July 31, 2008, as a VOCALOID2 engine compatible sound source. Gained attention as the first male singer-based series.

VOCALOID3 version release

Significant event
VOCALOID3 version release
Description
On July 13, 2012, three VOCALOID3 engine compatible sound sources (NATIVE, POWER, WHISPER) were released. Provided a wider range of voice qualities.

VOCALOID4 version release

Significant event
VOCALOID4 version release
Description
VOCALOID4 compatible version released on April 30, 2014. Supports three libraries, enabling more diverse expressions.

Gackpoid Contest

Significant event
Gackpoid Contest
Description
Song contest held on Nico Nico Douga starting June 2009. GACKT himself made a live appearance, contributing to the promotion of user works.

Character design finalized

Significant event
Character design finalized
Description
Character design by Kentaro Miura reflected GACKT's requests while incorporating a unique worldview.

Relationships

GACKT

Voice provider

Voice provision and trigger for software development.

Kentaro Miura

Character designer

Provided image character design for free.

Internet Co. VOCALOID Team

Internet Co. VOCALOID Team: unknown

Media appearances

Gackpoid VOCALOID2

Software / Protagonist

Released July 31, 2008

Gackpoid VOCALOID3 NATIVE/POWER/WHISPER

Software / Protagonist

Released July 13, 2012

Gackpoid VOCALOID4

Software / Protagonist

Released April 30, 2014

COMIC@LOID (manga)

Anime / Supporting

Published May 2014

Dancing☆Samurai

Manga / Protagonist

Released May 2014

Kayo Typing Theater (collab)

Game / Mascot

Held 2008

Voice cast and creators

GACKT

Voice actor
GACKT
Language
Japanese
Version or series
All VOCALOID versions
Notes
Voice model and provider

Internet Co., Ltd.

Creator name
Internet Co., Ltd.
Role
Original author

Kentaro Miura

Creator name
Kentaro Miura
Role
Character designer

GACKT

Creator name
GACKT
Role
voiceProvider

Related goods

Nendoroid Kamui Gakupo

Item name
Nendoroid Kamui Gakupo
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Gackpoid COMPLETE Starter Pack

Item name
Gackpoid COMPLETE Starter Pack
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular

Numerous Gackpoid-related CDs

Item name
Numerous Gackpoid-related CDs
Category
unknown
Availability
Regular

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