sherpa-onnx-tts

Generate local offline speech from text using sherpa-onnx voice models.

Updated Jan 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Deskaunedsei1983/loc_clawdbot_01 --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-deskaunedsei1983
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherpa-onnx-tts
Source: https://github.com/Deskaunedsei1983/loc_clawdbot_01/tree/main/skills/sherpa-onnx-tts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Deskaunedsei1983/loc_clawdbot_01 --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-deskaunedsei1983

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a local, offline text-to-speech (TTS) solution, eliminating the need for an internet connection and cloud services for voice generation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local TTS: Generates speech directly on your device using the sherpa-onnx engine.
  • Offline Operation: Functions without any internet connectivity, ensuring privacy and availability.
  • Customizable Voices: Supports various voice models for different speech outputs.
  • Use Case: Convert meeting notes or generated reports into spoken audio files on your local machine without sending any data to external servers.

Quick Start

Use the sherpa-onnx-tts skill to convert the text "This is a test of local text to speech" into an audio file named "output.wav".

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 speech from text completely offline?

To generate speech from text completely offline, you can use the sherpa-onnx engine to synthesize audio locally on your device. This approach requires pre-downloaded voice models and functions without any internet connectivity, ensuring privacy.

What is local text-to-speech synthesis used for?

Local text-to-speech synthesis is used for converting text like meeting notes or reports into spoken audio files directly on your machine. It is ideal for applications requiring private or continuous voice generation without sending data to external cloud servers.

Do I need to download voice models to use sherpa-onnx for TTS?

Yes, you need specific TTS model files present on your system to use sherpa-onnx for TTS. These pre-downloaded voice models are required by the local runtime to enable customizable speech outputs without an internet connection.

Does offline text-to-speech work without an internet connection?

Yes, offline text-to-speech works entirely without an internet connection. The local sherpa-onnx engine handles voice generation directly on your device, eliminating the need for cloud services and ensuring continuous availability and data privacy.

What is the best way to convert local reports into audio files?

The best way to convert local reports into audio files is using an offline text-to-speech engine like sherpa-onnx. It processes your text locally and outputs an audio file, such as a WAV file, without uploading your data to external servers.