Description
Polaxis have been deep in the world of speech synthesis for over 10 years, now they are finally ready to unveil the next generation of their very first speech synthesizer – introducing Talko 2!
Talko 2 is presented in two formats – here we have the desktop version, and there is also an 18HP Eurorack module. Both are functionally identical speech synthesisers which speak numbers, alphabets, phonemes, and classic phrase banks, with real-time pitch, speed, and effect manipulation using the onboard controls or via CV inputs.
Trigger sounds using the “Speak” button or via the CV gate input. Apply real-time effects such as filter, ring mod, reverb or growl, glitch out the playback using the “Error” button – designed to mimic a circuit-bent Speak & Spell!
Talko 2 is designed for experimental voices and robotic textures, this talking machine is both a classic speech engine and a unique sound-design tool!
Features:
- Speaks numbers, alphabets, phonemes, and phrase banks.
- Real-time effects: filter, ring mod, reverb, growl (full list below)
- 7-segment display for banks & FX
- Easy USB UF2 firmware updates
- Power Specs: DC 5-12v (Centre Positive)
Preset Speech Banks:
- TI-99 Alphabet
- NATO Alphabet
- Speak & Spell (US) Numbers
- Speak & Spell (FR) Numbers
- Speak & Spell Sounds (beeps + phrases)
- Speak & Spell Vocabulary (US)
- Allophones (voiced)
- Allophones (unvoiced)
- Allophones (VCO-friendly)
- Electronic voice alert Chrysler phrases
- Star Wars quotes
- German Numbers
FX types:
- Filter Effect
- Dalek / Ring Modulation
- Pitch Bend / Warble
- Growl & Pitch
- Chord / Harmonic Interval
- Reverb
- Telephone
- Tremolo
Talko 2 – User Manual | Build Document
