Retrieval-based Voice Conversion (RVC) :

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Retrieval-based Voice Conversion (RVC) is an innovative technology developed by 'liujing04' that operates within the field of voice conversion. This technology can modify a speaker's voice to sound like another speaker and is implemented via a user-friendly WebUI.

 

Here's how it works:

Voice Retrieval: The RVC system retrieves a target voice sample that is similar to the source voice from a pre-established database. This process takes into account the phonetic and prosodic information in both the source and target voices.

Voice Conversion: Using the retrieved voice sample, the system modifies the source voice to resemble the target voice. This is achieved through a process called spectral mapping, which adjusts the frequency components of the source voice to match the target.

 

Resynthesis: Finally, the system resynthesizes the converted voice with the appropriate pitch and timing to make the conversion as natural as possible.

 

For more information and to access the project, you can visit the GitHub repository here.

https://github.com/liujing04/Retrieval-based-Voice-Conversion-WebUI

https://colab.research.google.com/github/liujing04/Retrieval-based-Voice-Conversion-WebUI/blob/main/Retrieval_based_Voice_Conversion_WebUI.ipynb

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in case you want to use Hoami AI voice with out using a colab, a local runner executable is a option!

https://github.com/Tiger14n/RVC-GUI/releases/tag/Windows-pkg

 

RVC can be used in various ways to transform singing voices. It allows cross-language singing, enabling a voice to sing in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and many more languages beyond just Japanese. This powerful tool also aids the Hoami AI Talk in enhancing its voice capabilities.

 

It's an excellent resource for voiceovers, provided it aligns with the guidelines of the original work and Hoami AI's End User License Agreement (EULA). With the potential for countless original and cover works, the possibilities are virtually endless.

 

Moreover, RVC provides a unique opportunity for preserving a voice before transitioning to a different gender, showcasing the profound impact such a change can have on vocal range, timbre, tone, and other key characteristics of a singer's voice.

 

As with all AI technologies, ethical considerations should be observed when using voice conversion to prevent misuse and potential issues like voice phishing.