> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.play.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Voices

> How to use our pre-built voices or create your own

## Overview

PlayAI provides powerful voice creation and customization capabilities. Our platform supports a wide range of voice options, including pre-built voices optimized for different use cases and custom voice cloning.

All our pre-built voices are available in multiple languages and are regularly updated and improved.

## Voice Types

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Pre-built Voices" icon="gear" iconType="duotone" href="/documentation/text-to-speech/tts-voices#how-to-use-a-voice">
    High-quality voices optimized for various use cases and languages
  </Card>

  <Card title="Cloned Voices" icon="copy" iconType="duotone" href="/documentation/text-to-speech/voice-cloning">
    Create custom voices by cloning from audio samples
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## List All Voices

You can see a list of all available pre-built voices with the [List Voices](/api-reference/text-to-speech/endpoints/v1/list-voices) endpoint.

## Voice Cloning

Create custom voices by cloning from audio samples. Learn more about voice cloning in our [Voice Cloning](/documentation/text-to-speech/voice-cloning) documentation.

## Voice Library

Our curated collection of high-quality voices is designed to meet diverse content needs across multiple industries and use cases.

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  </video>
</Frame>

[Go to Voice Library](https://play.ai/voices/voice-library)

Steps to copy Voice ID and use it:

1. Go to [Voice Library](https://play.ai/voices/voice-library)
2. Click on one of the voices.
3. Copy its ID
4. This copied ID can be used in api calls. For example:
   <br />
   in [Stream Speech API](/api-reference/text-to-speech/endpoints/v1/stream-speech#body-voice)

<Tip>
  ### Voice Selection Tips

  * Choose voices that match your content's tone and style
  * Test different voices with sample content
  * Consider your target audience and use case
  * Use consistent voices across related content
</Tip>

The following are some common categories of voices to help you get started.

### Narration & Storytelling

Perfect for audiobooks, documentaries, and long-form content that requires clear articulation, natural pacing, and subtle emotional expression.

<div className="grid grid-cols-1 gap-4">
  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=e1EISvpt" style={{ borderRadius: '30px' }} />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=qa6VodBx" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=OSeDjQ2d" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />
</div>

### Educational

Ideal for audio-books, presentations, e-learning modules, and training materials that demand authority, clarity, and a professional tone.

<div className="grid grid-cols-1 gap-4">
  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=1auq2aue" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=0J-OBilZ" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=Qo8T2Fvy" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />
</div>

### Conversational & Casual

Suited for podcasts, interviews, and interactive content that benefits from authentic, engaging, and naturally flowing speech patterns.

<div className="grid grid-cols-1 gap-4">
  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=Dnhzw4IO" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=f_oqiQr9" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=bt9N1-Z6" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />
</div>

### Advertising & Marketing

Optimized for commercials, promotions, and brand messaging requiring captivating delivery, energetic presentation, and persuasive tones.

<div className="grid grid-cols-1 gap-4">
  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=c4WbE-Sg" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=YpkhUeIK" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=3mLhfPeW" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />
</div>

### Character & Creative

Specialized voices for gaming, animation, and creative media featuring distinctive personality traits and wide emotional range.

<div className="grid grid-cols-1 gap-4">
  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=2hqfpkGI" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=iYpuU1PP" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=cchwVc3l" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />
</div>

### Entertainment

Engaging voices perfect for entertainment content, including podcasts, videos, and social media. These voices deliver natural, conversational performances that keep audiences captivated.

<div className="grid grid-cols-1 gap-4">
  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=lmI_AOYE" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=_MA-qmkb" style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />

  {' '}

  <iframe width="110%" height="150px" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" allow="autoplay" src="https://app.play.ht/voice-embed?id=lCSsfsL_ " style={{ borderRadius: '20px' }} referrerpolicy="no-referrer" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups" loading="lazy" importance="high" crossorigin="anonymous" />
</div>