AI voice generators use deep learning techniques to synthesize human-like speech from text. Here’s a breakdown of how they work:
1. Text Processing (Text-to-Phoneme Conversion)
- The input text is analyzed and converted into a phonetic representation.
- Natural Language Processing (NLP) is used to understand sentence structure, punctuation, and prosody (rhythm and intonation).
2. Acoustic Model
- A deep learning model (such as a neural network) predicts the audio features needed to generate realistic speech.
- This includes aspects like pitch, tone, and cadence.
3. Speech Synthesis
- There are two primary methods used:
- Concatenative Synthesis: Uses pre-recorded speech segments and stitches them together.
- Parametric Synthesis: Uses AI to generate speech waveform from scratch based on learned speech patterns.
4. Waveform Generation
- Models like WaveNet (by Google DeepMind) or Tacotron generate high-quality, human-like voices.
- These models create raw audio waveforms that sound natural and fluid.
5. Post-Processing & Fine-Tuning
- Additional filters and optimizations improve clarity and reduce noise.
- Some models allow customization, such as adjusting speed, pitch, or emotional tone.