Megpoid (GUMI)

Female vocal synthesizer and image character with a wide range of expressiveness

Female voice VOCALOID library sold by Internet Co., Ltd. Created based on the voice of Ai Nakajima, it is the representative character of versatile singing synthesis software.

Quotes

  • “Feels like me singing at 9 years old — Ai Nakajima on Megpoid”
  • “Frequently appears in Vocaloid novels and manga, a beloved character”
  • “Expanding expressive range with diverse voice qualities”
  • “Trusted presence in the VOCALOID scene”
  • “Tolerant of fan creations according to official guidelines”

Trivia

  • VOCALOID2 Megpoid's nickname originates from Ai Nakajima's childhood nickname 'Gumi'.
  • Design handled by manga artist Masami Yuuki, with a fan creation-friendly design.
  • From VOCALOID3 onward, multiple voice quality libraries were sold, expanding the range of expression.
  • Megpoid Talk is still used as text-to-speech software in the 2020s.
  • At the end of 2023, Synthesizer V AI Megpoid added support for multi-language AI voice synthesis.
  • Appears in numerous music CDs and games, one of the representative VOCALOID characters.

Alternate names

Megpoid GUMI Gumi

Tags

VOCALOID Internet Co., Ltd. Speech synthesis Vocaloid GUMI Ai Nakajima Music character AI speech synthesis Synthesizer V

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Profile

Species
Humanoid character
Gender
Female
Birthday
June 26
Birth year
2009

Appearance

Overall appearance
Image character of a young woman with bright green long hair wearing a headset. Casual fashion featuring a belt inspired by the electronic instrument TENORI-ON.
Eye color
Green
Hair color
Multicolor
Distinguishing features
  • Headset
  • TENORI-ON inspired belt
  • Bright green long hair
Iconic items
  • Headset
  • TENORI-ON motif belt
  • Casual outfit
  • Package illustration

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Expressive
Detailed personality
Capable of corresponding to various genres of music with diverse voice timbres. Friendly, flexible, and beloved by creators. Tolerant of derivative works.
Keywords
  • Versatile
  • Approachable
  • Creative
  • Expressive
  • Flexible
Motto
Coloring music with free vocal expressions
Talents
  • Diverse vocal expressiveness
  • Singing synthesis
  • Text-to-speech synthesis
  • Multi-language support (Japanese, English, Chinese, etc.)
  • AI technology integration
Skills
  • VOCALOID2 to 6 compatibility
  • Synthesizer V integration
  • Text-to-speech software (Megpoid Talk, A.I.VOICE)
  • Audio file synthesis
  • Singing event appearances
Motivation
To continue providing users with the joy of free music expression
Music
Vocaloid songs, Diverse creator expressions
Favorite colors
Green, Bright tones

History

Backstory
VOCALOID voice library created based on the voice of voice actress and singer Ai Nakajima. VOCALOID2 version released on June 26, 2009, followed by multiple variation voicebanks for VOCALOID3, 4, and 6. Supports AI technology and is utilized in diverse singing synthesis and text-to-speech software such as Synthesizer V and A.I.VOICE. Image character GUMI designed by manga artist Masami Yuuki, featuring a cute appearance friendly to fan creations.
Debut date
June 26, 2009
Work title
VOCALOID2 Megpoid
Media type
Software

VOCALOID3 Megpoid series release

Significant event
VOCALOID3 Megpoid series release
Description
In 2011, multiple voice quality variations such as Power, Whisper, Adult, and Sweet were introduced, enabling diverse vocal expressions.

VOCALOID4 Megpoid V4 release

Significant event
VOCALOID4 Megpoid V4 release
Description
In November 2015, a new voicebank series compatible with the V4 engine was released, expanding expressiveness with cross-synthesis functionality.

VOCALOID6 AI Megpoid release

Significant event
VOCALOID6 AI Megpoid release
Description
In October 2022, the latest voicebank utilizing AI technology for natural singing voice creation was released.

Synthesizer V AI Megpoid release

Significant event
Synthesizer V AI Megpoid release
Description
In December 2023, an AI voicebank with multi-language support and multiple vocal styles for Synthesizer V was released.

Megpoid Talk release

Significant event
Megpoid Talk release
Description
In 2014, the text-to-speech software Megpoid Talk was released, expanding applications as a talking GUMI.

Relationships

Ai Nakajima

Voice provider

Born as a VOCALOID voicebank based on Ai Nakajima's voice

Hatsune Miku

Fellow vocaloid

Representative figure in the Vocaloid music scene

VOCALOID characters

VOCALOID characters: mascot

Media appearances

VOCALOID2 Megpoid

Software / Protagonist

2009-06-26

VOCALOID3 Megpoid series

Software / Protagonist

2011-10-21

VOCALOID4 Megpoid V4

Software / Protagonist

2015-11-05

VOCALOID6 AI Megpoid

Software / Protagonist

2022-10-13

Synthesizer V AI Megpoid

Software / Protagonist

2023-12-20

Megpoid Talk

Software / Protagonist

2014-01-16

Megpoid the Music♯

Game / Protagonist

2013-03-28

Hatsune Miku Project mirai 2

Game / Guest

2013-11-28

Numerous GUMI songs

Music / Featured vocalist

Numerous CD albums and compilations

GUMI Birthday Festival

Event / Main character

Commemorative events held annually on June 26

Voice cast and creators

Ai Nakajima

Voice actor
Ai Nakajima
Language
Japanese
Version or series
VOCALOID2 to VOCALOID6
Notes
Original voice provider

unknown

Voice actor
unknown
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Megpoid Talk

unknown

Voice actor
unknown
Language
Japanese
Version or series
A.I.VOICE GUMI

Internet Co., Ltd.

Creator name
Internet Co., Ltd.
Role
Original author

Masami Yuuki

Creator name
Masami Yuuki
Role
Character designer

nou (package illustrations, A.I.VOICE, etc.)

Creator name
nou (package illustrations, A.I.VOICE, etc.)
Role
Illustrator

Internet Co., Ltd.

Creator name
Internet Co., Ltd.
Role
Licensee

Related goods

GUMI Figure

Item name
GUMI Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Various VOCALOID voice software

Item name
Various VOCALOID voice software
Category
Digital
Availability
Regular

Official fanbook

Item name
Official fanbook
Category
Stationery
Availability
Regular

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