sherpa-onnx-tts

Convert text to speech offline using the sherpa-onnx runtime.

4|1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adamhjouj/shieldclaw --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-adamhjouj
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherpa-onnx-tts
Source: https://github.com/adamhjouj/shieldclaw/tree/main/openclaw/skills/sherpa-onnx-tts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adamhjouj/shieldclaw --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-adamhjouj

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Local, private text-to-speech generation without relying on cloud services, enabling offline voice synthesis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Offline TTS powered by sherpa-onnx CLI for on-device speech generation.
  • Cross-platform setup with OS-specific runtime/model downloads and a lightweight wrapper.
  • Use cases include private voice responses, testing voice prototypes, and edge deployments.

Quick Start

Download the sherpa-onnx runtime and a voice model, configure your paths, and run the local TTS wrapper to synthesize speech from text.

Frequently Asked Questions about sherpa-onnx-tts

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate offline text-to-speech locally without cloud services?

Offline text-to-speech generation runs locally by executing the sherpa-onnx runtime with a compatible voice model. This processes text input entirely on-device for private speech synthesis across macOS, Linux, and Windows without needing cloud APIs.

Does offline TTS with sherpa-onnx work across macOS, Linux, and Windows?

Yes, offline TTS with sherpa-onnx works across macOS, Linux, and Windows. The setup uses OS-specific runtime and voice model download steps combined with a lightweight wrapper to enable private voice synthesis in various development environments.

What do I need to set up local voice synthesis using sherpa-onnx?

To set up local voice synthesis, you need to download the sherpa-onnx runtime and a compatible voice model. After configuring your local paths, you can run the lightweight wrapper to start converting text to speech on your device.

When should I use local TTS instead of cloud-based speech synthesis?

You should use local TTS for scenarios requiring private voice responses, testing voice prototypes, and edge deployments. It performs offline text-to-speech generation without relying on cloud services, ensuring data privacy and operation in disconnected environments.

Can I use sherpa-onnx for private voice responses in edge deployments?

Yes, you can use sherpa-onnx for private voice responses in edge deployments. The runtime executes on-device speech generation offline, making it suitable for disconnected environments where sending text data to cloud services is not permitted.