Advancements in Text-to-Speech Technology

This chapter explores the complex components and recent advancements in text-to-speech systems, including natural language understanding, phoneme processing, and vocoder technology. It discusses the shift from traditional methods to integrated neural networks, highlighting challenges such as real-time performance and adapting to new cultural terms. Furthermore, it examines the emergence of multi-speaker TTS systems and the role of large language models in enhancing voice technology capabilities.