About Basic TTS

Basic TTS is a simple, user-friendly web application that lets you convert text into natural-sounding speech using a variety of high-quality voice models. Designed for ease of use and flexibility, it provides a modern interface for experimenting with text-to-speech (TTS) technology powered by Piper.

Basic TTS was created by Patrick Metzger.

Key Features

• Multiple Voices: Choose from a range of English voices, each with its own unique accent and style.
• Instant Conversion: Enter your text, select a voice, and generate speech audio in seconds.
• Audio Controls: Play, pause, adjust playback speed, or download the generated audio for offline use.
• Progress Feedback: See real-time progress as your text is processed and converted.
• Open Source: The project is open source and easy to deploy, modify, or extend. View on GitHub

How It Works

1. Select a Voice: Pick from the available voices in the dropdown menu.
2. Enter Text: Type or paste the text you want to convert.
3. Convert: Click "Convert to Speech" and wait for the audio to be generated.
4. Listen or Download: Use the built-in audio player to listen, adjust speed, or download the result.

Technology

• Backend: Python, using Piper for TTS synthesis.
• Frontend: Modern JavaScript, HTML, and CSS for a responsive web interface.

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For more details and to view the open source code, see the GitHub repository.