The number of text-to-speech voices available in Talkr doubled with iOS 10! There are over 50 new voices!
Siri voices are available to play with in Talkr! A low quality version of each Siri voice is installed by default on all devices, and an enhanced version can be downloaded from Settings->Accessibility->Spoken Content->Voices. (iOS13). If you are looking to change your Siri voice, go to Settings->Siri & Search
| Name | Gender | Language | Locale | Enhanced (MB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaron | Male | English | en-US | 148 |
| Nicky | Female | English | en-US | 189 |
| Catherine | Female | English | en-AU | 205 |
| Gordon | Male | English | en-AU | 174 |
| Martha | Female | English | en-GB | 182 |
| Arthur | Male | English | en-GB | 154 |
| Yu-shu | Female | Chinese | cn-ZH | 217 |
| Li-mu | Male | Chinese | cn-ZH | 217 |
| Daniel | Male | French | fr-FR | 166 |
| Marie | Female | French | fr-FR | 169 |
| Helena | Female | German | de-DE | 197 |
| Martin | Male | German | de-DE | 195 |
John Entwistle’s legendary bass solos pop out with distinct low-end weight without bleeding into Keith Moon's chaotic cymbals. Nancy Sinatra These Boots Are Made for Walkin'
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: This track opens the compilation with intense punk-rock energy. The high-resolution master delivers tight, punchy electric guitar lines and clear, upfront vocals. John Entwistle’s legendary bass solos pop out with
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The natural decay of a snare drum fading into the recording studio's room reverb. Low-End Authority
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The compilation kicks off with the raw energy of the punk era with The Clash’s "Should I Stay or Should I Go" (Remastered), before diving straight into the rebellious spirit of the '60s with The Rolling Stones' "Paint It, Black" (Mono - Remastered) and the soulful storytelling of Van Morrison's "Brown Eyed Girl". From there, the journey touches on the anthemic power of The Who, the timeless cool of Nancy Sinatra, and the rock 'n' roll origins of Elvis Presley.
is a mandatory addition to any audiophile’s library. It balances nostalgic appeal with technical excellence, proving that "Greatest Hits" don't have to be repetitive—they can be revelatory.
Bass frequencies on this compilation are rendered with exceptional tight control. Instead of a muddy, indistinct low-end hum, the kick drums deliver a sharp, physical punch. Electric bass lines retain their pitch definition, allowing you to follow complex chord progressions perfectly. The Verdict
Who can forget Steve Jobs' famous 1984 Macinosh text-to-speech demo? To take a trip down memory lane, try these oldies but goodies. Newly available in iOS 10!
| Name | Gender | Language | Locale | Download (MB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred | Male | English | en-US | -preinstalled- |
| Victoria | Female | English | en-US | 1.7 |