Voice Banking uses your natural voice to create a synthetic voice that can be saved for later use on a speech-generating device (SGD). This will allow the SGD to produce a voice that sounds a lot like your natural voice.

Get started!
Sign up with one of several companies who offer this service such as...

OR...

• Acapela Group
• Model Talker
• VOCALiD
• SpeakUnique

   

  Line up the essential resources you will need!

• Laptop or desktop computer
• External microphone or headset
• Internet connection
• A quiet space
• Time (5-15 hours, depending on company)

Integrate your banked voice with your TTMT device!
Once your synthesized voice file is uploaded to your TTMT device, the speech output from the device will sound like you, rather than the default voice.

Message Banking is the process of digitally recording words, phrases, sentences, and personally meaningful sounds and/or stories using your natural voice, inflection, and intonation to be saved for later use on a speech-generating device (SGD). This will allow the SGD to produce your recorded messages verbatim.

If you have been diagnosed with ALS, Team Gleason has a funding application for Acapela Group & Model Talker. If you are a veteran, contact your local VA regarding potential funding options.

What is the difference between voice and message banking?

With voice banking, your SGD will “speak” any message that you type in your synthesized voice. With message banking, your SGD will play the specific recorded message, exactly as you recorded it.

Which do I do?

It is a great idea to do both!

When do I start?

When you are ready. When your voice is the strongest, often earlier in the day.

What if I’ve already lost my voice or my voice has changed?

Have a family member or friend bank for you. Alternatively, use the services provided through VOCALiD or SpeakUnique, such as Voice Repair, Voice Design, or BeSpoke Voice.

Still have questions?

Contact your local AAC Consultant for assistance!