Introduction to ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs is a pioneering platform at the intersection of artificial intelligence and audio technology. Operating as both a research institution and a deployment platform, ElevenLabs offers state-of-the-art tools for text-to-speech, voice cloning, dubbing, and more.
Text-to-Speech
Convert written text to natural-sounding speech in multiple languages
Voice Cloning
Create personalized voice avatars with just a few minutes of audio
Multilingual
Generate speech in various languages with natural accents
Developer API
Integrate ElevenLabs capabilities into your applications
Getting Started
Create an Account
Sign up at elevenlabs.io/sign-up using Google, Facebook, GitHub, or email. New users get free credits to explore the platform's capabilities.
Explore Available Models
Familiarize yourself with ElevenLabs' models like Eleven Multilingual v2 for speech synthesis and Scribe v1 for speech recognition.
Generate Your First Speech
Navigate to the text-to-speech interface, select a voice, enter your text, and click generate to create your first AI-voiced audio.
Key Features
Text-to-Speech
Convert written content into natural-sounding speech with customizable voices, tones, and languages. Perfect for creating audiobooks, voiceovers, and accessible content.
Sample Python Code
# Install the package
# pip install elevenlabs
from elevenlabs import generate, play
from elevenlabs.api import User
# Generate and play audio
audio = generate(
text="Hello world! This is ElevenLabs text-to-speech.",
voice="Bella",
model="eleven_multilingual_v2"
)
play(audio)
Voice Cloning
Create a digital replica of any voice with just a few minutes of sample audio. Ideal for personalized content, character voices, and voice preservation.
Voice Library
Access a diverse collection of pre-made AI voices with different accents, tones, and characteristics to find the perfect match for your project.
Video Dubbing
Translate and dub videos into multiple languages while maintaining the original speaker's vocal style and emotion.
API Integration
ElevenLabs provides a powerful API for developers to integrate AI voice capabilities into their applications.
Get Your API Key
Generate an API key from your ElevenLabs dashboard under API section.
Install the SDK
Choose between Python or Node.js SDKs for seamless integration:
# Python
pip install elevenlabs
# Node.js
npm install elevenlabsMake API Calls
Authenticate your requests by including your API key in the xi-api-key HTTP header.
Node.js Example
const { ElevenLabsClient } = require("elevenlabs");
// Initialize the client with your API key
const client = new ElevenLabsClient({
apiKey: process.env.ELEVENLABS_API_KEY,
});
async function generateSpeech() {
const audio = await client.textToSpeech({
voiceId: "21m00Tcm4TlvDq8ikWAM",
text: "Hello, this is a test of the ElevenLabs API!",
model_id: "eleven_multilingual_v2"
});
// Save or stream the audio
}
generateSpeech();
Best Practices
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Secure Your API Key
Store your API key in environment variables or secure configuration files, never in client-side code.
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Test Different Models
Experiment with various models to find the best fit for your specific use case.
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Monitor Usage
Keep track of your API usage to stay within your subscription limits and avoid unexpected costs.
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Optimize Text Input
Format your text with proper punctuation to ensure natural speech patterns and pauses.