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A Hatsune Miku fan since December 2007, jrharbort joined MikuFan as the Head Writer in October 2011. Follow on Twitter at @jrharbort.

Hatsune Miku NT Software Now Available, Whisper+ & Dark+ DBs Delayed, New Visual Artworks & Demo Released

 Posted by at 9:17 pm  Hatsune Miku, Merchandise, Software  No Responses »
Nov 272020
 

If you didn’t manage to get in on the beta version of Hatsune Miku NT, the official release is now here! The release isn’t without caveats, however, as only part of the software is ready for launch day.

The Original+ vocal database is the only one immediately available for use, as the Whisper+ and Dark+ DBs are being further refined before they’re pushed out as an addition via an update at a later date. This update will be provided for free to purchasers of the software. CFM staff has issued an apology for the delay in the inclusion of the other DBs.

Hatsune Miku NT via Sonicwire（Digital) → https://sonicwire.com/product/virtualsinger/special/mikunt
Hatsune Miku NT via Crypton Web Store (Physical box with DL code) → https://ec.crypton.co.jp/pages/prod/virtualsinger/mikunt

A new demo has also been released, showcasing the raw vocal capabilities of the software, with very minimal tuning or adjustment. Everything showcased uses features built natively into the Hatsune Miku NT software and accompanying editor. The songs featured, in order, are cover versions of “Milk Crown on Sonechka” by yuzy, “Imerpial Girl” by R Sound Design, and “Hm? Ah, Yes.” by ChouchouP.

Lastly, a couple new main visual artworks were uploaded to the official Sonicwire page! The first is another standing pose of Hatsune Miku NT by iXima. Others may be added later, so be sure to check the page for updates. iXima also tweeted the photo below:

The second illustration uploaded as the background for the “Voice Library Summary” section is a beautiful illustration by Rella! They’ve also made the illustration available on their Twitter:

New Hatsune Miku Figures Revealed & Announced Today at Magical Mirai 2020 in Osaka

 Posted by at 9:11 pm  Events, Exhibitions, Figures, Hatsune Miku, Magical Mirai, Merchandise  No Responses »
Nov 262020
 

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2020 in Osaka kicked off today, and as expected, there were quite a few Hatsune Miku figure reveals and announcements made at the event! We’ve counted nine announcements so far, but will add more if we missed any at the time of writing.

Figure: Nendoroid Hatsune Miku Symphony 5th Anniversary ver. & Scale Figure
Reveal Type: Painted Prototype (Nendoroid) & Figure Planning Announcement (Scale Figure)
Release & Price: TBA
Via GSC Hama

Figure: POP UP PARADE Hatsune Miku Because You’re Here ver.
Reveal Type: Figure Planning Announcement
Release & Price: TBA
Via GSC Hama

Figure: Nendoroid Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2020 Summer Festival ver.
Reveal Type: Painted Prototype
Release & Price: TBA
Via GSC Hama

Figure: Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2020 Summer Festival 1/7 Scale Figure
Reveal Type: Painted Prototype/Orders Opened
Release & Price: Preorders Now Open (Via F:NEX) Until Jan 27th, 2021, Priced at 24,640 JPY, Delivery June 2021
OTHER SHOPS: Tokyo Oaku Mode, Amiami
Via F:NEX

Figure: Sakura Miku 1/7 Scale Figure (Art by 岩十)
Reveal Type: Painted Prototype
Release & Price: TBA
Via Spiritale

Figure: POP UP PARADE Hatsune Miku YYB Type Ver.
Reveal Type: Unpainted Prototype
Release & Price: TBA
Via GSC Hama

Figure: Hatsune Miku × ESP Doll Action Figure Nexus 1/6 Scale
Reveal Type: Figure Planning Announcement
Additional Detail: It is a seamless soft-skin pose-able type figure.
Release & Price: Release Summer 2021, Price TBA
Via Heart Co.

Figure: YOWU × F:NEX Hatsune Miku Cat Ear Headphone ver. 1/7 Scale Figure
Reveal Type: Painted Prototype
Release & Price: TBA
Photo via mikkurium

Snow Miku 2021 Nendoroid, Figma & Street Train Designs Revealed

 Posted by at 11:22 pm  Events, Figures, Hatsune Miku, Merchandise, Snow Miku  No Responses »
Nov 192020
 

Today is a good day for Snow Miku fans for updates! We’ve had official reveals of the Snow Miku 2021 Nednoroid, figma, as well as the wrapped street train today via Good Smile Comnpany staff, and the official Hatsune Miku blog. We’ve also now know the official name of the design: Glowing Snow ver.!

First up is the Snow Miku 2021 Nendoroid design, which is absolutely pretty! in case you previously missed it, the winning costume for Snow Miku 2021 was designed by Annatumikan. Three different faceplates will come included, along with a music book for some festive poses!



A lower resolution photo of the figma was also shared over on the Hatsune Miku blog. We expect more details about this figure to be released as we get closer to the Snow Miku event date:


Please note that pricing has not yet been mentioned for either figure, but they are scheduled to go up for pre-order on February 7th, 2020 JST.

Lastly, the wrap and interior of the Snow Miku street car has been revealed over on GSC Kahotan’s blog. The interior also features a banner of the upcoming Hatsune Miku NT software version release, and another photo of the figma!

If you’re wondering about the Snow Miku Street Train VR experience we mentioned before, the full experience will be made available starting December 1st, JST. So check back after that date!

Snow Miku Street Train VR → https://snowmiku.com/2021/location_train.html#train_vr

Via Piapro Blog & Kahotan

New Stretch Goals Added to Miku Expo 2021 Online Kickstarter Campaign

 Posted by at 9:17 pm  Events, Hatsune Miku, Miku Expo  No Responses »
Nov 192020
 

After acheiving all four original funding goals in their kickstarter campaign within just a few days, Crypton Future Media has added two new stretch goals to the Miku Expo 2021 Online kickstarter!

With 51 days left to go in the campaign, here’s the two new stratch goals that have been announced:

45,000,000 JPY – Costume Design Contest
A design contest will be held for a brand new costume for Hatsune Miku to wear in the live show.

50,000,000 JPY – Setlist Extension 3
The live show setlist will be extended to 16 songs.

To accompany the two new campaign stretch goals, two new menu options have also been added:

25,000 JPY – Digital Contents Pack

  • Endroll Credits
  • VIP Newsletter Subscription
  • Theme Song Early Access
  • Live Arrangement Music Download
  • HD Live Show Footage

33,900 JPY – Video Pack Lite

  • Endroll Credits
  • VIP Newsletter Subscription
  • Theme Song Early Access
  • SONOCA Music Download Card Set
  • Live Arrangement Music Download
  • Exclusive Clear File Set
  • Exclusive Piapro Characters Button Badge Set
  • Exclusive Supporter Logo Enamel Pins
  • Exclusive Acrylic Stand
  • Exclusive Muffler Towel
  • Backer Exclusive Tee
  • HD Live Show Footage

Don’t miss out on this last chance to back the first ever online Miku Expo experience!

Kickstarter Project Page → http://kck.st/3pvIKno
Miku Expo Official Site → https://mikuexpo.com/
Miku Expo Official Twitter → https://twitter.com/mikuexpo

Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2020 Online Live Stream Announced For Select Regions, Tickets Now on Sale

 Posted by at 7:43 pm  Concerts, Events, Hatsune Miku, Magical Mirai  No Responses »
Nov 092020
 

There’s great news for Hatsune Miku fans across the globe: Hatsune Miku Magical Mirai 2020 in Osaka will be available for online live streaming in many more regions around the world! Online tickets are now available for the November 29th (Sun) evening concert, which opens at 6:00 PM JST. The ticket price is set at 2500 JPY/NTD$750 ($25 USD), depending on which streaming service you choose.

Ticketing Detail (English) → https://magicalmirai.com/2020/osaka/special_en.html#special_online
Tickets via Pia → https://ticket.pia.jp/piasp/inbound/magicalmirai2020_osaka_pls.jsp
Tickets via KKBOX → https://kklivetw.kktix.cc/events/magicalmirai2020

In case you miss watching the event live, an archive of the concert will be made available on each platform until December 5th at 5:00 PM JST. Streaming for these platforms appears to be limited to the following regions:

＜North America＞
United States
＜Europe＞
Netherlands, Greece, Germany, Belgium, Romania, Hungary, Denmark, Ireland, Finland, Portugal, UK, Spain, France, Italy, Norway, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Sweden, Austria, Poland, Switzerland
＜Asia Pacific＞
India, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Philippines, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Australia
＜Latin America and the Caribbean＞
Colombia, Argentina, Brazil, Chile
＜Middle East＞
United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel
＜Africa＞
South Africa, Kenya

If you live outside one of these regions, please consider the use of a proxy. If your connection is unstable, you can always watch the archive at a later date!

Magial Mirai 2020 Official Site → https://magicalmirai.com/2020/

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