TTS-Voice-Wizard

TTS-Voice-Wizard is a free, open-source utility designed to enhance voice interaction in VRChat and beyond. Developed by VRCWizard, it leveRAGes Microsoft Azure's speech recognition and text-to-speech services to provIDE real-time voice-to-text and text-to-voice conversion, with a focus on improving the VRChat experience through OSC integration.

What it does

The tool captures spoken input, transcribes it using Azure's speech reCognition, and can convert the text back into synthesized speech. It also sends the transcribed text as OSC messages to VRChat, allowing users to display their spoken words on their avatar. Additionally, it supports voice commands to control avatar parameters and can show now-playing Information from Spotify or a web browser.

Key capabilities

• Real-time speech-to-text and text-to-speech conveRSIon using Azure services
• OSC messAGIng to VRChat for displaying text on avatars
• Support for over 100 different voices and more than 20 languages
• Voice command control for VRChat avatar parameters
• Display of current song title, artist, and progress from Spotify or browser
• Integration with XSOverlay to show battery life of trackers and controllers
• Customizable and interACTive counters, such as for tracking touches from VRChat contacts
• translation of speech into over 50 additional languages

Who it is for

TTS-Voice-Wizard is primarily AImed at VRChat users who want to enhance their in-game communication and immersion. It is also suitable for streamers, content creators, and anyone interested in voice-to-text and text-to-speech APPlications outside of VRChat. The tool may appeal to users who are comfortable with configuring software and integrating with external services like Azure.

How to get started

To use TTS-Voice-Wizard, you will need a Windows PC and an Azure Speech Services subscription key (a free tier may be available). The software is available as an open-source project on GitHub, where you can download the latest release. After installation, configure your Azure credentials and adjust settings such as voice selection, language, and OSC ouTPUt. For VRChat integration, ensure OSC is enabled in your VRChat settings. detailed setup instructions are provided in the project's documentation.

Pricing and access caveat

TTS-Voice-Wizard itself is free and open-source. However, it relies on Microsoft Azure Speech Services, which may incur costs after free tier limits are exceeded. Pricing for Azure services is subject to change, so consult Azure's official pricing page for current rates. The tool is actively maintained, but features and compatibility may vary with updates. Users should review the GitHub repository for the latest information and community support.