Here's the thing—most voice libraries drown you in options. Hundreds of slightly different voices that all kind of sound the same. We took a different approach with Vois. Instead of throwing everything at the wall, we picked 54 voices that genuinely feel distinct, each with personality and a clear reason to exist. Think of it as a carefully curated roster where everyone brings something different to the table.
American English (20 Voices)
Let's start with the biggest family. American English gets 20 dedicated voices because, frankly, this is where most content happens.
af_heart is your warm, gentle storyteller—perfect when you want people to feel something. There's a depth to it that works beautifully for narrative, for audiobooks, for anything where you need the listener to connect emotionally. Then there's af_nova, which flips the script entirely. She's bright, conversational, almost like talking to a friend. Totally different vibe.
If you're doing tutorials or explanations, meet am_adam—reassuring, clear, never rushed. He's the guy who makes complicated stuff sound simple. On the professional side, af_alloy brings crisp polish to business content. She's precise without being cold. am_echo sits somewhere between Adam and Alloy—measured, thoughtful, excellent for educational material where people actually need to absorb information.
Then you've got the energetic crew. af_sky is enthusiastic without being over-the-top, great for marketing content where you need genuine enthusiasm. am_michael brings dynamic energy to anything that benefits from forward momentum. There are others too, each with their own flavor. Some lean toward character voices for dialogue, some excel at different emotional registers.
The point? You've got real variety here. Test a few, and you'll probably find one that just feels right for what you're making.
British English (8 Voices)
British voices are like adding sophistication to your production value. There's just something about certain accents that elevate the perceived quality.
bf_emma is the classic—elegant, clear, feels inherently refined. Then bf_alice takes it in a warmer direction. She's got that storytelling quality that British accents sometimes naturally carry. For something more contemporary, bf_lily brings a youthful energy while keeping the accent intact.
On the male side, bm_daniel is your documentary narrator. Authoritative, thoughtful, the kind of voice you hear on BBC productions. bm_george goes more traditional—gravitas for days. bm_lewis feels more modern, more versatile. Pick based on the vibe you're going for, not just the accent.
And Then There's the Rest of the World
Here's where it gets interesting. Vois includes dedicated voices for Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish, French, Hindi, Italian, and Brazilian Portuguese. This isn't just for localization, though that's huge. It's about respect. A native Japanese voice for Japanese content doesn't just sound better—it sounds right.
Japanese gives you five voices—jf_alpha, jf_nezumi for female options, jm_kumo for professional male content. Mandarin has eight voices spanning different characters. Spanish covers multiple regions. Hindi, Italian, Portuguese—all there. French too, though there's just one voice (ff_siwis), and she's absolutely solid.
The reality? Most content creators only ever need one or two voices in their primary language. But when you need to go multilingual, it's incredible to have native speakers built in. No weird accents. No uncanny valley stuff. Just people in your target market hearing their language the way it's meant to sound.
Choosing the Right Voice (Without Overthinking It)
With 54 options, paralysis is real. Here's the honest approach: pick one, test it, and adjust from there.
If you're making podcasts, start with warm, conversational American voices. af_heart and am_adam work for most podcast formats because listeners are literally sitting with you for 30, 60, maybe 120 minutes. You want someone who feels like they're in the room. British voices? They're perfect for interview shows where you want to add a certain gravitas to the conversation.
For audiobooks, you're thinking about sustainability. Can you listen to this voice for three hours straight without fatigue setting in? Some voices are brilliant for short content but wear on you over time. Test longer passages before committing. And honestly? Matching the character of the narrator to the book matters. Cozy mystery needs something different than literary fiction.
YouTube is its own beast. Tutorial content demands clarity and measured pacing. You're teaching. Entertainment content? Go higher energy. That's where af_sky or am_michael shine. You want people leaning in, not zoning out.
Localization changes everything. Here's something we see constantly: people translate content and then use a non-native voice reading it. It's awkward. The prosody doesn't land right. Translation plus native voice? Dramatically better. It actually sounds natural.
Voice Blending (Because Sometimes One Isn't Enough)
What if you can't find exactly what you need? Blend up to four voices together. Seriously.
Want the warmth of af_heart but with a touch of British sophistication? Blend her with bf_emma. Need balanced energy? Mix an energetic voice with a measured one. The combinations are endless—we're talking thousands of possible combinations.
This is where it gets fun. You're not stuck choosing between options. You're creating something new. Something that's exactly yours.
The Technical Stuff (If You Care)
All 54 voices run at 24kHz, which is actually higher quality than you'd think. Speed control goes from 0.5x (slow, deliberate) to 2.0x (rushed, energetic). Everything's processed locally—your content never leaves your computer. And yes, you can use all of them commercially. No additional fees. No licensing headaches. They're yours to use.
Ready to Explore?
The voice browser in Vois lets you preview every single voice with your own text. Type something in, hit play, and hear what it sounds like before you commit to it. No guessing. No surprises mid-project.
Go find your voice. Or voices, plural. We're rooting for you.