Introducing ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 on WaveSpeedAI

Breaking language barriers in audio content creation has never been easier. We’re excited to announce that ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 is now available on WaveSpeedAI, bringing natural-sounding, multilingual text-to-speech capabilities to your projects with instant API access and zero cold starts.

Whether you’re creating voiceovers for international audiences, building multilingual learning platforms, or producing content that needs to resonate across cultures, ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 delivers expressive, human-like speech synthesis that maintains consistent voice quality across languages.

What is ElevenLabs Multilingual V1?

ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 is a sophisticated text-to-speech model built using advanced deep learning techniques. Developed by ElevenLabs—one of the leading companies in AI voice technology—this model represents a significant step forward in multilingual speech synthesis.

The model was designed to understand textual nuances and deliver emotionally rich performances. What sets it apart is its ability to identify multilingual text and articulate it appropriately, allowing you to generate speech in multiple languages within a single prompt while maintaining each speaker’s unique voice characteristics.

With support for languages including French, German, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish in addition to English, Multilingual V1 opens doors to global content creation without the complexity of managing multiple specialized models.

Key Features

Natural, Expressive Speech

Humanlike intonation and timing that captures the natural rhythm of spoken language
Clean pronunciation with smooth pacing across all supported languages
Automatic accent handling that adapts to each language’s phonetic requirements

Precise Control Over Voice Output

Similarity control (0-1): Adjust how closely the output matches the base voice’s timbre
Stability control (0-1): Fine-tune delivery consistency for more varied or uniform speech
Speaker boost: Enhance clarity for English numerals, units, and measurements

Extensive Voice Library

Access a large collection of built-in voices including Callum, Alice, Elli, and many more. Each voice can be used across multiple languages while retaining its distinctive characteristics, giving you flexibility for different content types—from warm narrations to professional announcements.

Transparent Pricing

$0.10 per 1,000 characters—straightforward, predictable costs
Minimum billing of 1,000 characters per request
No hidden fees or complex tier structures

Real-World Use Cases

Audiobook Production

Transform written content into engaging audio experiences. Traditional audiobook production can cost between $1,200 and $6,000 for 12 hours of finished audio with human narrators. With Multilingual V1, you can produce high-quality narrations at a fraction of the cost while maintaining full creative control over pacing and emphasis.

Video Voiceovers

Create professional voiceovers for YouTube videos, corporate presentations, product demos, and social media content. The model’s natural delivery makes AI-generated voiceovers virtually indistinguishable from human recordings, perfect for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

E-Learning and Educational Content

Build multilingual learning platforms that serve global audiences. Deliver course content, tutorials, and training materials in multiple languages without hiring voice talent for each locale. The consistent voice quality ensures learners receive the same professional experience regardless of their language preference.

Accessibility Solutions

Make digital content accessible to users with visual impairments or reading difficulties. Convert articles, documentation, and web content into clear audio that enhances the user experience.

Gaming and Interactive Media

Generate character voiceovers for video games and interactive applications. The emotional range and contextual understanding of the model creates engaging, context-aware dialogue that matches in-game scenarios.

Podcast Production

Streamline podcast workflows by generating voice content for intros, outros, or entire segments. Ideal for news briefings, summaries, and content that needs rapid production turnaround.

Getting Started on WaveSpeedAI

Using ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 through WaveSpeedAI is straightforward:

Navigate to the model page at https://wavespeed.ai/models/elevenlabs/multilingual-v1
Enter your text in the input field—the model handles punctuation and formatting automatically for optimal results
Select a voice by setting the voice_id parameter to any built-in voice name (e.g., Callum, Alice, Elli). Browse the complete voice library for all available options
Configure optional parameters:
- similarity: 0-1 (higher values match the base voice more closely)
- stability: 0-1 (higher values produce more consistent delivery)
- use_speaker_boost: Enable for improved English number and unit pronunciation
Generate audio and download your file for immediate use

Best Practices for Optimal Results

Use clear punctuation and shorter sentences for the most natural output
Split lengthy content into segments for consistent quality
Verify voice IDs against the official voice list to avoid errors
Enable speaker boost when your content contains financial data, measurements, or timestamps

Why Use WaveSpeedAI?

When you access ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 through WaveSpeedAI, you get:

No cold starts: Your requests begin processing immediately, with no warm-up delays
Fast inference: Optimized infrastructure delivers rapid audio generation
Simple REST API: Ready-to-use endpoints that integrate seamlessly into your existing workflows
Affordable pricing: Competitive rates that scale with your usage
Reliable uptime: Enterprise-grade infrastructure you can depend on for production workloads

Conclusion

ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 represents a powerful tool for anyone creating audio content for global audiences. Its combination of natural speech synthesis, multilingual support, and fine-grained voice controls makes it suitable for everything from casual content creation to professional production workflows.

With WaveSpeedAI’s instant API access and zero cold starts, you can integrate high-quality text-to-speech into your applications today—without infrastructure complexity or unpredictable costs.

Ready to transform your text into natural, multilingual speech?

Try ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 on WaveSpeedAI →

Introducing ElevenLabs Multilingual V1 on WaveSpeedAI