Ash and Shimmer share gentle qualities, but serve different purposes. Ash's warmth is social and welcoming. Shimmer's softness is intimate and personal. Choose Ash for friendly public interactions and Shimmer for private, tender moments.
All samples use the high-quality tts-1-hd model at 1x speed.
| Characteristic | Ash | Shimmer |
|---|---|---|
| Style | Warm | Soft |
| Description | Approachable and friendly. Good for chatbots and casual interactions. | Most intimate tone. Suited for personal content and quiet moments. |
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Both are gentle. Ash is warmer while Shimmer is softer and more intimate.
The best way to make your decision is to test both voices with your actual content. Listen to the audio samples above with headphones, and consider generating test clips with your own scripts. Small differences in delivery can have significant impacts on user experience, so investing time in testing upfront will pay dividends.