Respeecher

Respeecher is a Ukrainian technology company that specializes in voice cloning and conversion using artificial intelligence and deep learning algorithms. Their proprietary technology allows them to transform an individual's voice into the voice of another person or convert it into different languages, while retaining the emotional nuances, intonations, and subtleties of the original speaker.

Respeecher's approach involves dissecting the intricate features of an original speaker's voice, such as pitch, tone, timbre, and unique idiosyncrasies, and then generating a synthetic voice that mimics these characteristics. This process employs generative AI and deep learning techniques to create a natural-sounding voice that is almost indistinguishable from the original.

One of Respeecher's notable achievements is their contribution to the voice technology used in the Disney+ series "The Mandalorian" and the movie "Obi-Wan Kenobi". The company's technology was employed to recreate a younger Luke Skywalker's voice and the iconic Darth Vader voice, respectively. Respeecher has also collaborated with game developers like CD Projekt and music labels such as Warner Music to clone and convert voices for various projects.

The company's services have found applications across various industries, including entertainment, gaming, audiobooks, and customer service. In the entertainment industry, Respeecher's technology allows filmmakers and content creators to generate dialogue or voiceovers without the need for reshoots or hiring multiple voice actors for different roles or languages, streamlining the production process and reducing costs.

Key customers and partnerships

Respeecher's key customers include major entertainment companies and content creators. They have collaborated with Lucasfilm for the Star Wars franchise, working on projects such as "The Mandalorian" and "Obi-Wan Kenobi". Additionally, Respeecher has partnered with game developer CD Projekt, known for the Witcher and Cyberpunk series.

In the music industry, Respeecher has worked with Warner Music to recreate the iconic voice of French singer Edith Piaf. They have also collaborated with Aloe Blacc to pay tribute to the late musician Avicii, enabling Blacc to perform Avicii's hit song "Wake Me Up" in multiple languages using Respeecher's voice conversion technology.

Respeecher's technology has also found applications in the healthcare sector, where they have partnered with hospitals and organizations to help patients with speech disabilities, such as those who have undergone laryngectomy or suffer from conditions like Lou Gehrig's disease or progressive muscular atrophy. By cloning the patients' voices from past recordings, Respeecher aims to restore their ability to communicate in a more natural way.