We talk a lot about incredible image generators, the sentient powers of ChatGPT, and how artificial intelligence already influences the video branch. The smallest invisible features based on neural networks catch our attention even in post-production software. Yet, the area of impressive soundscapes somehow remains slightly out of focus. But believe me, technological advancement has certainly not lagged behind. Let’s take a look at different AI tools for audio and see how far they have come. There’s no need to debate about how artificial intelligence has permeated every facet of our lives. Sometimes so fast, it seems alarming. Google’s AI can now identify the music you listen to based on your brain signals. Sound like fake news? Then please head over here and read the official research paper. Personally, I get goosebumps after reading the first couple of sentences. Although at times unnerving, the development of AI technology brings with it useful tools, which can help to enhance and speed up our work. In this article, by “us” I refer to indie filmmakers, who make their own sound posts, and also specifically to audio engineers. Text to Speech or AI voice generators How often do you need a decent voice-over in your video projects? I imagine quite a lot. While, in my opinion, a machine can never replace a human tone and our manner of speaking, in some cases AI’s performance can be enough – for example, if you only need it for a previz, rough cut, or a story...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 11 September, 2023