ElevenLabs has taken a significant leap forward in AI audio technology with the release of Eleven v3 (alpha), hailed as the most expressive text-to-speech (TTS) model to date.
This cutting-edge model introduces a new level of realism and versatility, supporting over 70 languages, multi-speaker dialogue, and a groundbreaking feature: audio tags that allow precise control over intonation, emotions, and pauses in speech. Available now in public alpha, Eleven v3 is poised to revolutionize how creators and developers craft lifelike audio experiences.
A New Benchmark in Text-to-Speech
The Eleven v3 model stands out due to its advanced architecture, which deeply understands text and its context to produce natural, human-like audio. Unlike previous models, v3 delivers a dynamic range of expression, making it ideal for applications requiring nuanced and emotionally rich speech.
Whether it’s for audiobooks, gaming, video content, or conversational AI, this model brings a level of authenticity that sets it apart from traditional TTS systems.
Key Features of Eleven v3
Eleven v3 is packed with innovative capabilities that push the boundaries of AI-generated speech:
- Realistic Multi-Speaker Dialogue: The model excels at generating natural-sounding conversations with multiple voices, capturing interruptions, tone shifts, and emotional cues based on the conversational context. This makes it perfect for creating immersive dialogue for films, games, or audiobooks.
- Emotional Depth: Eleven v3 can interpret and convey emotional transitions within the text, ensuring the tone aligns with the sentiment—be it suspenseful, joyful, or melancholic. This context-aware approach results in speech that feels alive and engaging.
- Dynamic Tone Adjustments: The model adapts its tone and pacing throughout the speech, responding to textual cues to maintain a natural flow. This ensures that the output doesn’t just sound robotic but mirrors human speech patterns.
Audio Tags: Precision Control Over Delivery
One of the standout features of Eleven v3 is its use of inline audio tags, which give users unprecedented control over the emotional and stylistic delivery of the generated speech. These tags allow creators to fine-tune the output to match their vision.
Examples include:
- Emotional Tags: [sad], [angry], [happily] to infuse specific emotions into the speech.
- Delivery Tags: [whispers], [shouts] to adjust the volume and style of delivery.
- Non-Verbal Reactions: [laughs], [sighs], [clears throat] to add realistic human reactions, enhancing the authenticity of the audio.
However, these tags are somewhat voice- and context-dependent, so users are encouraged to experiment and match tags to the voice’s character for optimal results.
For instance, a meditative voice may not respond well to [shouts], while a high-energy voice might struggle with [whispers]. The prompting guide provides detailed tips to maximize the model’s potential. Prompting Guide
A Research Preview with Stunning Potential
As a research preview, Eleven v3 (alpha) requires more prompt engineering than its predecessors, but the results are nothing short of breathtaking. The model’s ability to generate expressive, context-aware speech opens up new possibilities for creators and developers building media tools. While it may need fine-tuning for consistent performance, ElevenLabs is actively working to improve reliability and control, promising even more refined outputs in future updates.
Public API and Accessibility
The public API for Eleven v3 is slated for release soon, with early access available by contacting ElevenLabs’ sales team. For real-time and conversational use cases, the company recommends sticking with v2.5 Turbo or Flash models until the real-time version of v3 is ready.
Limited-Time Offer
To celebrate the launch, ElevenLabs is offering an 80% discount on v3 generations throughout June 2025 for self-serve users via the UI. This makes it an excellent opportunity for creators to explore the model’s capabilities at a fraction of the cost. Try Eleven v3
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Why Eleven v3 Matters
Eleven v3 (alpha) represents a major step forward in AI-driven audio, combining multilingual support, emotional expressiveness, and fine-grained control through audio tags.
Its ability to generate realistic multi-speaker dialogue and adapt to textual context makes it a game-changer for content creators, game developers, and businesses looking to craft high-quality audio experiences. As ElevenLabs continues to refine this model, it’s clear that v3 is setting a new standard for what text-to-speech can achieve.
For those eager to dive in, the prompting guide and v3 platform are the perfect starting points to unlock the full potential of this revolutionary model.
