Sites such as Fish Audio offer community-created AI models that mimic the specific "2016 Ivona 2" version of Eric used in vintage character work.
: IVONA was so advanced that Amazon acquired the company in 2013. While most IVONA voices (like Brian or Amy) were moved into Amazon Polly , Eric was one of the few "legacy" voices that was not fully transitioned, making him a rare, "vintage" digital asset today. 🚀 The "New" Eric old ivona eric new
We are currently in the middle of an AI revolution. Tools like ElevenLabs, OpenAI, and Microsoft Azure have introduced voices that are indistinguishable from real humans. They can laugh, whisper, and show emotion. Sites such as Fish Audio offer community-created AI
The comparison between the and the new (now part of Amazon's Polly) highlights a significant shift in natural-sounding text-to-speech technology. The Legacy: Old IVONA (Classic) 🚀 The "New" Eric We are currently in
He was officially retired in 2017 and was not moved to the modern Amazon Polly service.