#I want to lower the speaking rate of the assistant, how can I do it? <@1151984844398669834>

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tulip zephyrBOT
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AI-generated Answer for shrey8362

To lower the speaking rate of the assistant, you can try the following methods:

  1. Add Punctuation: Use punctuation marks like commas, dashes, and periods in your text to create natural pauses.

  2. Insert Breaks: Manually insert breaks using the syntax <break time="1.5s" /> to introduce pauses. Be cautious not to overuse them to maintain a natural flow.

  3. Voice Clone: Consider creating a voice clone that speaks at a slower pace by using slower-paced audio samples during the cloning process.

  4. External Audio Editing: After generating the TTS audio with ElevenLabs, use external audio editing software to adjust the speed to your preference.

These techniques should help you achieve a slower speaking rate. If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out.

pulsar root
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Cant I do it with api?

tulip zephyrBOT
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AI-generated Answer for shrey8362

Currently, there isn't a direct setting in the API to adjust the speech speed. However, you can slow down the speech using prompting techniques, though excessive use might lead to instability. It's recommended to make speed adjustments post-generation for optimal results.

Additionally, you can explore our voice library to find voices with varying natural speeds or use an audio editor to modify the speed after generation. A speed control feature is planned for future implementation, but there is no specific release date yet.

pulsar root
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what does the style feature do?

tulip zephyrBOT
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AI-generated Answer for shrey8362

The style feature in our text-to-speech software amplifies the speaker's style. It allows you to adjust the tone of the output. By fine-tuning the style slider, you can modify how expressive or subdued the speech sounds. Keep in mind that fluctuations in tone in the original recordings may affect the output, so adjusting the style slider can help achieve the desired tone.

pulsar root
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it is an integer field so how does it affect the speech of the assistant?

tulip zephyrBOT
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AI-generated Answer for shrey8362

The style feature in ElevenLabs' text-to-speech software is controlled by a slider that amplifies the speaker's style. Adjusting this slider can influence the tone and expressiveness of the generated speech. While the exact effect can vary, fine-tuning the style slider allows you to modify how closely the AI replicates the original voice's style, potentially adding more personality or expressiveness to the output.

pulsar root
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Then how can I configure the speaking pace of the assistant

tulip zephyrBOT
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AI-generated Answer for shrey8362

Currently, there isn't a direct option to adjust the speaking pace of the output speech through the API. However, you can use prompts to add pauses as a workaround. For example, you can introduce pauses using the syntax <break time="1.5s" /> to influence the rhythm and cadence of the speech. This method allows you to create natural pauses in the speech, which can help manage the pacing.

Additionally, the speed of delivery is influenced by the training audio used for the voice, so different voices may naturally have different speeds. You can also explore our Voice Library to find voices with varying natural speeds that might suit your needs better.

We are working on implementing more control over the generated audio, including speed, but there is no specific release date for this feature yet. In the meantime, you can adjust the audio speed during post-processing with an audio editor.

pulsar root
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How can I do it without SSMl