Play.ht

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A multilingual text-to-speech service for creating realistic voiceovers

Play.ht

Play.ht is an AI-enabled text-to-speech service that lets users create ultra-realistic voiceovers in multiple languages. As such, it is used in video creation, e-learning programs, podcasts, IVR systems, and more. The result can be downloaded as MP3 and WAV audio files.

The service also offers collaboration features, enabling entire teams to collaborate, share and create audio files together.

As of May 2023, Play.ht has a library of more than 900 natural-sounding AI-generated voices with humanlike intonation in 142 languages and accents powered by machine learning technology.

The service is used by both small and medium companies. Some of Play.ht’s notable customers include giants like Verizon, Xerox, Salesforce, Aruba, Hyundai, and Samsung, to name a few.

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What are the key features? ⭐

Big library of voices: Choose from a growing library of 829 natural-sounding AI-generated voices with humanlike intonation in 142 languages and accents powered by machine learning technology.
Free previews: With PlayHT, you can listen to your text without using up your word credit as many times as you want, with no limits.
Text to audio editor: Type, paste or import text and instantly turn it into audio with our online Text to Speech editor. Enhance the audio with speech styles, pronunciations and SSML tags.
PlayHT for teams: Scale your audio creation workflows by inviting your entire team to collaborate, share and create audio files together.
Podcasting: Turn text into a podcast and publish it on iTunes, Spotify, Soundcloud and Google Podcasts using RSS feeds.

Who is it for? 🤔

Different kinds of people use PlayHT. Most notably, non-native speakers use it to create audio content in English and other languages - extending their reach to new markets. On the other hand, website owners use it to add "read this article" functionality.