ElevenLabs TTS
ElevenLabs TTS is the voice model for narration and standalone audio when no generated face needs to lip-sync on screen.
When to use it
Pick it when you need a clean voice track and no face.
Best for
- voiceover on b-roll
- narration
- a standalone voice file
- an audio reference for generate_video
Avoid for
- lip-synced talking head, where generate_video renders speech natively
Modes
- text-to-speech
Prompt notes
Use emotion tags like [excited] or [whispers] when you need delivery cues.
Keep sentences short for pacing.
Use a named voice or raw ElevenLabs voice id when your workflow requires a specific voice.
Related use cases
FAQ
When should I use ElevenLabs TTS?
Use it for narration, b-roll voiceover, standalone audio, or an audio reference.
Should I use it for talking-head video?
Usually no. For lip-synced talking-head clips, generate_video renders speech natively.
Can the audio become a video reference?
Yes. Use the audio output as an audio reference in supported video workflows.
What do you sell?
First video free, no card