SoundID VoiceAI license types: Perpetual and Pay-as-you-go

How much does SoundID VoiceAI cost? SoundID VoiceAI processing modes explained (license types).

In this article:

• License options for SoundID VoiceAI
• Perpetual license (unlimited local processing)
  • SoundID Download Manager
• Pay as you go tokens: (cloud processing)
  • How are tokens calculated when processing audio?
  • SoundID VoiceAI token packs
  • Where can I see my token balance?
• Are subscription plans available?

License options for SoundID VoiceAI

There are two license versions available for SoundID VoiceAI. The Pay As You Go option and a Perpetual license. They can be combined and do not exclude each other. A simple toggle helps you switch between the modes. Read more on the benefits of each below. 

Perpetual license (unlimited local processing)

With a SoundID VoiceAI Perpetual license, you will own access to our current database, with expansion in the future. It is possible to access all main voices and instruments locally. While actual processing is happening offline, an internet connection is still required for the license to be recognized and for downloading/updating the database. Processing happens with CPU/GPU, so there is no need for cloud-based processing. 

The perpetual license operates with offline processing. A sizeable (~4GB) database with presets can be downloaded with our Download Manager. An internet connection is still required to use the software, but actual processing is done locally and offline. 

Within the DAW plugin, switch the toggle (see image above) to Perpetual and activate your license. 

SoundID Download Manager

When using the Perpetual version and new Presets are available or the trial has ended and the complete database can be downloaded, you will be prompted to launch SoundID Download Manager. Follow the link.

1. Once launched, click on Install everything or Install the presets of your choice
2. Let it download (~4GB)
3. Quit Download Manager
4. Open the plugin and see all installed presets available

Pay as you go (tokens and minutes)

The Pay-as-you-go option is available for those that don't want to burden their computer with local processing.

In the Pay-as-you-go mode, audio processing is cloud-based and server costs are calculated on per-minute basis, enabling you to pay for the token packs needed for audio processing only. There are no subscription fees or other hidden charges involved, and the SoundID VoiceAI plugin itself is free to download and install. Here is what you need to know:

• Processing cost: 600 tokens = 1 minute of audio processing.
• A minimum charge of 70 tokens (7 seconds) applies for each processing instance, followed by 10 tokens (1 second) increments.
• Transpose adjustments to an already processed audio capture will require re-processing

How are tokens calculated when processing audio?

Here's a realistic example of tokens spent in a specific scenario - vocal replacement for a full song:

1. Capturing a 12 seconds sample audio of a voice track
2. Processing the sample with 5 voice presets and trying 3 different Transpose settings on each preset to find the best fit: 12x5x3 = 180 seconds / 3 minutes = 1800 tokens
3. Processing the entire vocal track of 2.5 minutes = 1500 tokens
4. Total processing time and token cost: 5.5 minutes = 3300 tokens

SoundID VoiceAI token packs

SoundID VoiceAI token packs can be purchased from your Sonarworks Account:

• Small token pack: 72,000 tokens (120 minutes of audio processing) - 19.99 EUR/USD
• Medium token pack: 180,000 tokens (300 minutes of audio processing) - 39.99 EUR/USD
• Large token pack: 360,000 tokens (600 minutes of audio processing) - 69.99 EUR/USD

A 7-day trial with 9000 free tokens is available in your Sonarworks Account. If you haven't created a Sonarworks Account in the past, sign up here. 

Note: The trial tokens will expire once the 7-day trial runs out, or once a token purchase is made. 

Where can I see my token balance?

You can see the SoundID VoiceAI token balance in your Sonarworks Account. To view the token balance:

1. Log into your Sonarworks Account via a browser
2. Scroll down to SoundID VoiceAI on the Licenses & Devices page
3. View token balance: Tokens left

1. Open your DAW
2. Load the SoundID VoiceAI plugin
3. See the token balance in the top right corner

Are subscription plans available?

No, not yet. Currently, only the two above license formats are available. A subscription plan might be introduced future.