Release Notes

Tonalic 1.0.2.009

June 3, 2026

This update introduces support for Tonalic's deep ARA integration in Steinberg Cubase and Nuendo. It is the first Tonalic version to support this integration. To use it, you also need Cubase 15.0.30 or Nuendo 15.0.30 (both free updates for all Cubase 15 and Nuendo 15 users).

You can download the new Tonalic version by logging into your Tonalic account.

Improvements (2)

• Tonalic ARA is now supported in Cubase Pro 15.0.30, Cubase Artist 15.0.30, and Nuendo 15.0.30.
• The Options panel now opens automatically when updates are available.

Fixes (7)

• Fixed an issue where Tonalic could play incorrect notes or unexpected voice leadings on certain chord transitions involving slash chords.
• Fixed a crash that could occur after using Undo followed by Region Deselect.
• Fixed a crash that could occur after using Undo followed by Split at Cursor.
• In Tonalic ARA, fixed an issue where some voice leading adjustments were not possible for layered performances.
• On macOS, fixed an issue where the Tonalic uninstaller would leave the application bundle behind.
• Fixed a missing visual copy indicator when duplicating a Tonalic while holding the Alt/Option key.
• Host scales that are not explicitly major or minor are now adapted to the best-fitting major or minor scale.

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Tonalic 1.0.1.025

April 1, 2026

This update brings improvements and bug fixes compared to the previous (1.0.0.039) release.

You can download the new version by logging into your Tonalic account.

Improvements (7)

• Render performance has been significantly improved, especially in larger sessions with more and longer Tonalic tracks.
• The default output level has been adjusted to better match the level of other plug-ins in your session, making it easier to preview your performances in context and leaving more headroom on your DAW faders. This only affects new songs. Existing 1.0.0 songs will load at a reduced level automatically to preserve their original volume. You can adjust the output level per song in the Tonalic preferences.
• The preview volume control now offers a wider range (±12 dB), giving you more flexibility over playback level.
• Slash chords can now be dragged directly out of the Chord Assistant.
• "Follow Cursor" on the Refine page now reliably remembers its state.
• Rhythmic Accent options (On Beat, Off Beat) now appear in the search suggestion list as expected.
• In Tonalic Instrument, the Chord Track can now be dragged out as MIDI, so you can use it to drive other instruments or edit it further in your DAW.

Fixes (15)

• Fixed an issue where guitar Tonalics recorded with a capo above the 5th fret would play incorrect open strings during chord transitions.
• Fixed a bug where anticipated 8th or 16th notes would not swing correctly in some drum and percussion Tonalics.
• Fixed a bug where dragging, extending, or shortening a Chord or Tonalic region would not snap to the visible grid in some cases.
• Fixed a bug on the Refine page where the Voice Leading tool would move the wrong half of a split chord.
• In Tonalic Instrument, the Chord Track now stays in sync between instances when using plug-in presets.
• In Logic Pro, window resizing no longer causes flickering.
• Fixed a stability issue where Tonalic could cause Pro Tools, Studio One, and Logic Pro to hang when using a HUI-compatible device.
• Fixed a bug where MIDI controllers (HUI, Mackie, etc.) generated incorrect chords when MIDI Device was set to Any.
• Fixed a rare crash that could occur when setting Volume Offsets.
• Fixed an issue causing high CPU usage and audible pops or clicks at lower block sizes on macOS.
• Fixed an issue where the arranger would continue running under heavy load until every region was manually selected.
• In Studio One Pro, looping a Tonalic file in songs with end markers around 1000 bars no longer causes a freeze.
• In Tonalic Instrument, fixed a bug where key signature changes would not sync across multiple instances.
• Fixed a bug that could cause incorrect or duplicate characters to appear in the search field when typing.
• In Tonalic ARA, fixed a bug where the Refine page timeline would not sync to the DAW's timeline after a time signature change.

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Tonalic 1.0.0.039

January 8, 2026

This version of the software is the first release of Tonalic plug-in from Celemony – the creators of Melodyne – that puts real studio performances directly inside your DAW.

You can download this version by logging into your Tonalic account.