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MaryTTS Text-to-Speech

Transform text into lifelike speech instantly.

MaryTTS delivers realistic, natural voice synthesis for any project or application. Experience the power of high-quality speech generation with ease.

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Powerful Features

Discover why MaryTTS is the preferred choice for natural voice synthesis. Our platform combines speed, realism, and flexibility.

Multiple Voice Support

Choose from a wide variety of high-quality synthetic voices tailored to your project needs.

Realistic Pronunciation

Advanced algorithms ensure human-like intonation and accurate pronunciation of complex words.

Customizable Speed & Pitch

Fine-tune the voice characteristics to match the emotion and pace of your content perfectly.

Cross-Platform Compatibility

Runs seamlessly on Windows, macOS, and Linux without complex configuration requirements.

Open Source & Free

Fully open-source platform under flexible licensing, making it ideal for both hobbyists and pros.

API Support

Integrate MaryTTS into your own applications with our robust and well-documented HTTP API.

Why Choose MaryTTS?

Beyond just synthesis, MaryTTS provides real value to creators, developers, and users alike.

Save Time on Content

Generate hours of high-quality audio in minutes, eliminating the need for expensive studio recording.

Enhance Accessibility

Make your web content and applications accessible to visually impaired users with automatic narration.

Boost Engagement

Interactive voice responses and lifelike narration keep users engaged and focused on your content.

Professional Output

Crystal-clear audio synthesis that rivals professional human recordings for most applications.

Developer Friendly

Designed by engineers for engineers. Simple installation and powerful integration options.

Minimal Resource Usage

Highly optimized engine that runs efficiently even on modest hardware configurations.

How It Works

Speech synthesis simplified. Follow these easy steps to bring your text to life.

Enter text

Paste your content into the MaryTTS editor or send it via API.

Select voice

Choose from a variety of natural-sounding voices and languages.

Adjust settings

Fine-tune the pitch, speed, and volume for the perfect output.

Generate audio

Instantly create high-quality audio files ready for use.

Download & Installation

Get started with MaryTTS on your preferred platform in minutes.

Downloading MaryTTS is straightforward. As an open-source tool, we provide pre-compiled packages for all major operating systems. Whether you are a developer looking for an API or a creator needing a GUI tool, our installer has you covered.

For Windows users, simply download the executable and follow the setup wizard. macOS and Linux users can utilize our shell scripts or homebrew formulas for a quick setup. Ensure you have the latest Java Runtime Environment (JRE) installed to ensure optimal performance.

Windows

v5.2.1 • 150MB Get for Windows

macOS

v5.2.1 • 145MB Get for macOS

Linux

v5.2.1 • 140MB Get for Linux

Installation Steps

Follow these simple steps to get MaryTTS running

Download the package

Click the button above for your respective operating system to start the download.

Extract and Install

Unzip the archive and run the installer or setup script provided in the root directory.

Launch MaryTTS

Start the application and begin generating natural speech from your text inputs immediately.

System Compatibility

Device/OS Compatibility Details
Windows Full support Native executable available for Win 10+
macOS Full support Optimized for Intel & Apple Silicon
Linux Full support Tested on Ubuntu, Debian, & Fedora
Android Apps API integration Connect via RESTful HTTP interface
Web/Browser Supported JavaScript client libraries available
iOS Via API Remote synthesis supported

Guides & Tutorials for MaryTTS

Mastering Speech Synthesis

Whether you are a newcomer or an experienced developer, our comprehensive guides help you unlock the full potential of MaryTTS. We cover everything from the basic installation to complex API integrations.

Getting Started

  • Installing MaryTTS on Windows 10/11
  • Setting up the Java Runtime Environment
  • Your first text-to-speech generation
  • Configuring output directories.

Advanced Configuration

  • Adding new voice components
  • Batch processing large text files.
  • Integrating with Python and Node.js
  • Low-latency real-time synthesis

CLI Command Reference

Command Action
marytts-server Starts the HTTP synthesis server
–voice <name> Select specific voice for synthesis
–output <path> Set custom audio file output path

What People Say

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is MaryTTS?

A: MaryTTS is an open-source, multilingual text-to-speech synthesis platform written in Java.

Q: Is MaryTTS free to use?

A: Yes, it is licensed under the LGPL, allowing for free use in both commercial and non-commercial projects.

Q: Which languages are supported?

A: MaryTTS supports multiple languages including English, German, French, and more, depending on available voices.

Q: Which operating systems are compatible?

A: MaryTTS works on Windows, macOS, Linux, and can be integrated into Android/iOS via API.

Q: Can I use custom voices?

A: Yes, you can add or create custom voices with MaryTTS using voice creation tools provided in the platform.

Q: How do I download MaryTTS?

A: You can download MaryTTS from the official website. Choose your operating system: Windows, macOS, or Linux.

Q: Which versions are available?

A: MaryTTS provides the latest stable release for all supported platforms, usually in zip or tar formats.

Q: Do I need Java to run MaryTTS?

A: Yes, MaryTTS requires Java (JDK 8 or higher) installed on your system.

Q: How do I install MaryTTS on Windows?

A: Unzip the downloaded package, run the installer or batch script, and follow the instructions.

Q: How do I install MaryTTS on macOS?

A: Unzip the package, open Terminal, and run the provided shell script to start the server.
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