How much does speech synthesis cost?

The cost of speech synthesis varies depending on several factors, including the provider, the volume of usage, the quality of the synthesized voice, and additional features such as customization or multi-language support.

For example, some cloud-based speech synthesis services charge based on:

1. Character count or duration: Pricing is often calculated per character synthesized or per minute of audio generated.
2. Usage tiers: Some providers offer pay-as-you-go models, while others have subscription plans with fixed monthly costs for a certain number of requests.
3. Custom voices or advanced features: If you need a custom-trained voice or high-fidelity synthesis, costs may be higher.

A typical pricing range might be:

• Pay-as-you-go: $0.006 to $0.015 per character (or $4 to $10 per hour of audio).
• Subscription plans: Fixed monthly fees for a set number of requests, e.g., $100/month for 10,000 characters.

For businesses needing scalable and reliable speech synthesis, Tencent Cloud's Text-to-Speech (TTS) service is a cost-effective option. It offers competitive pricing, high-quality voices, and supports multiple languages. Pricing details can be found on the official Tencent Cloud website, but it generally follows a pay-as-you-go model with discounts for higher usage volumes.

Example: If you generate 10,000 characters of speech at $0.008 per character, the cost would be $80. With Tencent Cloud's TTS, you might get bulk discounts, reducing the effective cost.