OpenAI Whisper Turbo
OpenAI Whisper Turbo is a fast, accurate speech-to-text transcription model powered by OpenAI's Whisper architecture. It converts audio into clean, readable text with support for multiple languages — ideal for transcription, subtitling, and voice-driven workflows.
Why It Stands Out
- High-speed transcription: Optimized for fast processing without sacrificing accuracy.
- Multilingual support: Transcribe audio in dozens of languages with automatic language detection.
- Prompt-guided transcription: Steer output formatting, terminology, or punctuation with custom prompts.
- Prompt Enhancer: Built-in AI-powered prompt optimization for better transcription guidance.
- Flexible input: Supports direct audio upload or public URL.
Parameters
| Parameter | Required | Description |
|---|
| audio | Yes | Upload or link to an audio file (MP3 / WAV / M4A, etc.). |
| language | No | Language code for transcription; leave empty for auto-detection. |
| prompt | No | Short guidance text to steer transcription style or terminology. |
| enable_sync_mode | No | Wait for result before returning response (API only). |
How to Use
- Upload your audio — drag and drop a file or paste a public URL.
- Select language (optional) — choose a specific language or let the model auto-detect.
- Add a prompt (optional) — guide formatting, punctuation, or specific terminology.
- Click Run and wait for transcription to complete.
- Copy or download the transcribed text.
Best Use Cases
- Meeting Transcription — Convert recorded meetings, interviews, and calls into searchable text.
- Subtitle Generation — Create accurate transcripts for video subtitling workflows.
- Content Repurposing — Turn podcasts, webinars, and lectures into written content.
- Voice Notes — Quickly transcribe voice memos and audio notes.
- Accessibility — Generate transcripts to make audio content accessible.
Pricing
| Metric | Price |
|---|
| Per second of audio | $0.0007 / s |
Total cost = duration of audio (in seconds) × $0.0007
Examples
- 60s audio → 60 × $0.0007 = $0.042
- 5 min (300s) audio → 300 × $0.0007 = $0.21
- 30 min (1800s) audio → 1800 × $0.0007 = $1.26
Pro Tips for Best Quality
- Use clear audio with minimal background noise for optimal accuracy.
- Specify the language if auto-detection is inconsistent.
- Add a prompt to guide transcription — include names, jargon, or formatting preferences.
- For long recordings, consider splitting into smaller segments for faster processing.
Notes
- Ensure uploaded audio URLs are publicly accessible.
- Processing time varies based on audio duration and current queue load.