sherpa-onnx-tts

Convert text into local speech audio using sherpa-onnx.

3|1|Updated Feb 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-seanhogg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherpa-onnx-tts
Source: https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw/tree/main/product/skills/sherpa-onnx-tts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SeanHogg/coderClaw --skill sherpa-onnx-tts-seanhogg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a local, offline text-to-speech (TTS) solution, eliminating the need for cloud-based services and ensuring data privacy.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local TTS: Generates speech audio directly on your machine without internet connectivity.
  • Privacy-Focused: Keeps your audio data and text entirely on your local system.
  • Customizable Voices: Supports various voice models for different speech outputs.
  • Use Case: Convert meeting notes or generated reports into audio files for later listening without sending sensitive information to external servers.

Quick Start

Use the sherpa-onnx-tts skill to convert the text "This is a test of the local text to speech system" 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 audio locally without an internet connection?

Offline text-to-speech synthesis generates speech audio locally without an internet connection by using the sherpa-onnx engine. It converts textual data directly on your machine, ensuring data privacy and eliminating external dependencies.

What is the best way to convert sensitive text into spoken audio?

Local text-to-speech is the best way to convert sensitive text into spoken audio. By keeping your text and audio data entirely on your local system, it prevents sensitive information from being sent to external cloud servers.

Do I need pre-downloaded models to use offline text-to-speech?

Yes, offline text-to-speech requires pre-downloaded runtime and voice model assets before you can begin synthesis. These assets enable the local sherpa-onnx engine to process text and generate spoken audio without external connections.

How can I use local TTS to convert meeting notes into audio files?

You can convert meeting notes into audio files using local TTS by passing the text to the sherpa-onnx engine. This generates a spoken audio file, such as output.wav, entirely on your machine for later listening without internet access.

Can I use customizable voices with offline text-to-speech?

Yes, offline text-to-speech supports customizable voices by utilizing various pre-downloaded voice models. This allows you to select different speech outputs for your generated audio files while maintaining local processing and privacy.