To help you get the exact vocal sound you're looking for, let me know: What are you currently running? Which DAW (Logic, Ableton, FL Studio, etc.) do you use?
If your budget is zero, there are excellent free plugins that mimic the Autotune 5 workflow:
It lacks the bloat of modern plugins, focusing on the core Retune Speed and Humanize knobs.
Since finding a safe, working version of Autotune 5 is increasingly difficult, most producers opt for one of these three paths: 1. The Antares Subscription (Auto-Tune Unlimited)
While the nostalgia for Autotune 5 is real, the technical headache of running 32-bit software on a modern Mac is often not worth it. For most creators, using a modern equivalent with a "Classic" setting or a high-quality free alternative provides the same professional results without the risk of crashing your DAW or infecting your computer.
Great for that aggressive, "T-Pain" style robotic effect. 3. Logic Pro’s Pitch Correction