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mlx-audio-server

Serve OpenAI-compatible audio APIs for speech-to-text and text-to-speech on Apple Silicon.

Updated Feb 1, 2026
Search Tags:#macos#audio#mlx#tts#stt#openai api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/guoqiao/skills --skill mlx-audio-server
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mlx-audio-server
Source: https://github.com/guoqiao/skills/tree/main/mlx-audio-server/mlx-audio-server
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/guoqiao/skills --skill mlx-audio-server

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ffmpeg, jq, brew, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a local, 24/7 OpenAI-compatible API server for audio processing tasks like text-to-speech and speech-to-text, leveraging Apple's MLX framework on Apple Silicon.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local API Server: Run an OpenAI-compatible API for audio tasks directly on your Mac.
  • Speech-to-Text (STT): Transcribe audio files to text using various models.
  • Text-to-Speech (TTS): Generate speech from text with customizable voices and formats.
  • Use Case: Integrate local, private audio processing into your macOS applications without relying on external cloud services.

Quick Start

Install and start the mlx-audio-server using the provided installation script.

Frequently Asked Questions about mlx-audio-server

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I run a local OpenAI-compatible API for speech-to-text and text-to-speech on macOS?▼

You can run a local OpenAI-compatible API for speech-to-text and text-to-speech on macOS by using the MLX framework to set up a 24/7 local audio processing server.

Can I use the MLX framework for text-to-speech synthesis and speech-to-text transcription on Apple Silicon?▼

Yes, the MLX framework supports text-to-speech synthesis and speech-to-text transcription natively on Apple Silicon, enabling private, local audio processing without external cloud services.

Do I need Homebrew and ffmpeg to install a local audio API server on macOS?▼

Yes, you need Homebrew and ffmpeg to install a local audio API server on macOS, as Homebrew is required for installation and service management of the required dependencies.

What's the best way to integrate private audio transcription into macOS applications without cloud services?▼

The best way to integrate private audio transcription into macOS applications without cloud services is by deploying a local OpenAI-compatible API server using the MLX framework on Apple Silicon.

Does the local OpenAI-compatible audio API support customizable voices for text-to-speech generation?▼

Yes, the local OpenAI-compatible audio API supports customizable voices and formats for text-to-speech generation, allowing you to synthesize speech directly on your Mac.

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