Even though autotune is mainly known for its use in vocals, it can also be used for any other instrument.Īutotune was initially released in 1997 and was made popular not long after in Cher’s song Believe in 1998. Its ability to detect and alter pitch makes it a perfect tool to help singers “stay in tune”. But what exactly is autotune and how does it work?Īutotune is nothing more than an audio processor that measures and alters pitch. Despite the difference of opinions, it has been used by many prominent musicians and in numerous songs. There has been a lot of debate over the use of autotune and whether or not it should be used in music.
