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Give Your Project a Voice — Emic 2 Text-to-Speech Module
The Emic 2 Text-to-Speech Module converts ASCII text into natural-sounding speech in real time. Send it a string over serial UART and it speaks the words through an attached speaker — no internet connection needed. Built on the DECtalk engine (the same technology used by Stephen Hawking), it supports multiple voices, adjustable pitch, and speech rate control.
Technical specifications
| Engine | DECtalk (Epson S1V30120) |
|---|---|
| Interface | Serial UART (9600 baud default) |
| Voices | 9 (male, female, child, singing) |
| Output | Analog audio (speaker/headphone) |
| Supply | 5V |
| Languages | English (US), Castilian Spanish, Latin American Spanish |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it need an internet connection? No. All speech synthesis is done locally on the module.
Can I change the voice? Yes — 9 built-in voices with adjustable pitch and speed.
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