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New 3B TTS model Rumik OSS 1 supports 22 Indian languages

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A new open-source text-to-speech (TTS) model named Rumik OSS 1 has been released, featuring 3 billion parameters and a primary focus on Indian languages. The model supports 22 Indic languages along with English, and offers capabilities such as code-switching, romanized text input, and control over emotional delivery, including non-verbal sounds like laughs and sighs. Rumik OSS 1 provides 24kHz output and includes both a base model and a post-trained version. AI

IMPACT This model could significantly improve TTS accessibility and quality for a wide range of Indian languages.

RANK_REASON Release of an open-source model with specific language focus. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=1.0]

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New 3B TTS model Rumik OSS 1 supports 22 Indian languages

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  1. r/StableDiffusion TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/13baaphumain ·

    Rumik OSS 1 - 3B parameters TTS model focused on Indian Languages

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Just stumbled upon this. Seems to be a new 3B TTS model mainly focused on Indian languages (22 Indic languages + English).</p> <p>Apparently supports code-switching, romanized text, emotion/delivery control and things like laughs/sighs. 24khz out…

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