sherpa-onnx-tts

Convert text to speech locally using the sherpa-onnx command-line interface.

19|3|Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/samttoo22-MewCat/OpenSoul --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-samttoo22-mewcat
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherpa-onnx-tts
Source: https://github.com/samttoo22-MewCat/OpenSoul/tree/main/openclaw/skills/sherpa-onnx-tts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/samttoo22-MewCat/OpenSoul --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-samttoo22-mewcat

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables text-to-speech conversion directly on your local machine, eliminating the need for an internet connection and cloud services.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local TTS: Perform text-to-speech synthesis without relying on external APIs.
  • Offline Capability: Works entirely offline, ensuring privacy and availability.
  • Use Case: Generate audio narration for documents or messages without sending data to the cloud.

Quick Start

Use the sherpa-onnx-tts skill to convert the text "Hello from local TTS." into an audio file named tts.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 audio offline on my local machine?

You can generate speech audio offline by using the sherpa-onnx command-line interface to perform local text-to-speech synthesis directly on your machine without needing an internet connection.

Does offline text-to-speech work on Windows, macOS, and Linux?

Yes, offline text-to-speech works on Windows, macOS, and Linux because the tool automatically downloads the necessary runtime binaries and voice models for each specific operating system.

Do I need to set environment variables for local TTS synthesis?

Yes, local TTS synthesis requires setting the SHERPA_ONNX_RUNTIME_DIR and SHERPA_ONNX_MODEL_DIR environment variables to locate the downloaded runtime binaries and voice models needed for operation.

Can I generate audio narration for documents without sending data to the cloud?

Yes, you can generate audio narration for documents without sending data to the cloud because the text-to-speech synthesis runs entirely offline on your local machine, ensuring data privacy and availability.

What is the best way to convert text to a wav file without an internet connection?

The best way to convert text to a wav file without an internet connection is using local text-to-speech synthesis via the sherpa-onnx command-line interface, which outputs audio files like tts.wav entirely offline.