Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference to Video | Powerful Reference-to-Video API

bytedance/seedance-2.0-fast/reference-to-video

Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference to Video creates cinematic videos with native audio from your own reference images, videos, and audio, keeping characters, products, motion, and sound consistent while a prompt directs the new shot. Ready-to-use REST inference API, best performance, no coldstarts, affordable pricing.

Reference to Video
Input

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preview
Enable web search for real-time information.
Whether to generate native audio synchronized with the output video. Defaults to true.

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$0.2per run·~50 / $10

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Use the woman and tin soldier from <Image 1>. Preserve her exact face, glasses, clothing, hand position, toy design, workbench, and lighting. She finishes painting the tin soldier and places it upright on the table. The soldier suddenly salutes her. She leans closer in disbelief. The tiny soldier then marches confidently across the workbench while she follows it with the paintbrush still in her hand. The camera begins with the same clear medium shot, then lowers slightly toward table level to follow the miniature soldier. Playful magical comedy, realistic miniature movement, warm cinematic workshop atmosphere.

The woman in @Image 1 stands at the counter of @Image 2, hands over a coffee with a warm smile and says: "Here you go, enjoy." Medium shot, bright daylight.

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Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference-to-Video

Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference-to-Video guides generation with your own reference images, videos, and audio. Keep characters, products, scenes, motion, and soundtrack consistent while a prompt directs the new shot, with native synchronized audio and director-style control over camera, lighting, and pacing. The same reference inputs are also accepted by Seedance 2.0 Fast Text-to-Video.

Key Features

  • Speed-optimized generation Faster processing for quick turnaround on video projects, perfect for iteration and prototyping.

  • 33% lower cost $0.80 per 5 seconds vs $1.20 for the standard version — ideal for high-volume production.

  • Unified multimodal architecture Same Seedance 2.0 foundation handling text, image, audio, and video inputs.

  • Native audio-visual synchronization Generates video with synchronized audio in a single pass.

  • Director-level control Camera movement, lighting, shadows, and character performance controlled through prompts.

  • Strong motion stability Coherent motion with stable subjects and fluid transitions.

Parameters

ParameterRequiredDescription
promptYesDetailed description of the cinematic scene
aspect_ratioNoOutput format: 16:9 (default), 9:16, 4:3, 3:4, 1:1, 21:9
durationNoVideo length in seconds: 4-15 (default: 5)
resolutionNoOutput resolution: 480p, 720p (default), 1080p, or 4k
enable_web_searchNoEnable web search for real-time information (default: false)
generate_audioNoGenerate synchronized audio for the output video (default: true)
reference_imagesConditionalReference image URLs to guide style, characters, or composition
reference_videosConditionalReference video URLs (up to 3). Each reference video is normalized to at least 2 seconds, each clip and the combined input are capped at 15 seconds, and the normalized combined input duration is rounded up to a whole second for billing.
reference_audiosConditionalReference audio URLs (total length must not exceed 15 seconds)

How to Use

  1. Write your prompt — describe the scene with cinematic detail.
  2. Select aspect ratio — 16:9 for widescreen, 9:16 for vertical, 4:3 or 3:4 for classic formats.
  3. Set duration — choose any duration from 4 to 15 seconds.
  4. Optionally add references — provide reference images, videos, or audios for style guidance.
  5. Run — submit and download your video.

Pricing

Pricing is calculated upfront using your selected duration, plus reference-video charges when applicable.

Without reference videos

Output-only pricing:

ResolutionPer second5 seconds10 seconds15 seconds
480p$0.10$0.50$1.00$1.50
720p$0.20$1.00$2.00$3.00
1080p$0.50$2.50$5.00$7.50
4k$1.00$5.00$10.00$15.00

Prices scale linearly with requested generation duration from 4 to 15 seconds.

With reference videos

Normalized reference-video duration and requested generation duration use the same per-second rate:

ResolutionPer second
480p$0.065
720p$0.13
1080p$0.325
4k$0.65

Each reference video is normalized to at least 2 seconds, each clip and the combined input are capped at 15 seconds, and the normalized combined input duration is rounded up to a whole second for billing.

Example: 5 seconds of normalized reference input plus 5 seconds of output costs $0.65 at 480p, $1.30 at 720p, $3.25 at 1080p, or $6.50 at 4k.

Best Use Cases

  • Rapid Prototyping — Quickly iterate on concepts before committing to the standard version.
  • High-Volume Production — Cost-effective generation for large content libraries.
  • Social Media Content — Fast turnaround for short-form video needs.
  • A/B Testing — Generate multiple variations efficiently to find the best creative direction.

Pro Tips

  • Use Fast for iteration and testing, switch to standard Seedance 2.0 for final quality.
  • Write prompts like a film director — include lighting, camera angles, and mood.
  • Start with 5s to iterate, then extend once the look is right.

Notes

  • Native audio generation included.
  • Duration range: 4–15 seconds, in whole seconds.
  • For highest quality output, consider the standard Seedance 2.0.

Related Models

Notice: Use @Image 1, @Image 2, @Audio 1, etc. to reference your uploaded assets. Number each type separately, in upload order.

Note:This website uses AI models provided by third parties. Documentation prices are for reference and may be outdated. The Generate button shows an estimate; the final task charge prevails.

Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video API — Quick start

Grab a WaveSpeedAI API key, then call POST https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/bytedance/seedance-2.0-fast/reference-to-video with your input as JSON. The endpoint returns a prediction id. Start polling the result endpoint around every 2 seconds, increase the interval for long-running tasks, and stop on any terminal status. On completed, read output values from data.outputs. Examples for Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video below.

HTTP example
set -euo pipefail

: "${WAVESPEED_API_KEY:?Set WAVESPEED_API_KEY}"

REQUEST_BODY=$(cat <<'JSON'
{
    "prompt": "A cinematic shot of a city at sunset, soft golden light",
    "aspect_ratio": "16:9",
    "resolution": "720p",
    "duration": 5,
    "enable_web_search": false,
    "generate_audio": true
}
JSON
)

# 1. Submit the prediction.
SUBMIT_RESPONSE=$(curl --silent --show-error --fail-with-body \
  -X POST "https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/bytedance/seedance-2.0-fast/reference-to-video" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $WAVESPEED_API_KEY" \
  -d "$REQUEST_BODY")

TASK=$(printf '%s' "$SUBMIT_RESPONSE" | jq 'if has("data") then .data else . end')
PREDICTION_ID=$(printf '%s' "$TASK" | jq -r '.id')
if [ -z "$PREDICTION_ID" ] || [ "$PREDICTION_ID" = "null" ]; then
  printf 'Submission response did not contain a prediction id
' >&2
  exit 1
fi
RESULT_URL="https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/predictions/$PREDICTION_ID/result"

# 2. Poll until the prediction finishes.
while true; do
  RESPONSE=$(curl --silent --show-error --fail-with-body "$RESULT_URL" \
    -H "Authorization: Bearer $WAVESPEED_API_KEY")
  RESULT=$(printf '%s' "$RESPONSE" | jq 'if has("data") then .data else . end')
  STATUS=$(printf '%s' "$RESULT" | jq -r '.status')
  case "$STATUS" in
    completed) printf '%s\n' "$RESULT" | jq '.outputs'; break ;;
    failed|cancelled|timeout|deleted) printf '%s\n' "$RESULT" | jq . >&2; exit 1 ;;
    *) sleep 2 ;;
  esac
done
Node.js example
const submitUrl = "https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/bytedance/seedance-2.0-fast/reference-to-video";
const apiKey = process.env.WAVESPEED_API_KEY;
if (!apiKey) throw new Error('Set WAVESPEED_API_KEY');

async function requestJson(url, options = {}) {
  const response = await fetch(url, options);
  if (!response.ok) throw new Error(await response.text());
  return response.json();
}

// 1. Submit the prediction.
const body = await requestJson(submitUrl, {
  method: "POST",
  headers: {
    "Authorization": `Bearer ${apiKey}`,
    "Content-Type": "application/json",
  },
  body: JSON.stringify({
        "prompt": "A cinematic shot of a city at sunset, soft golden light",
        "aspect_ratio": "16:9",
        "resolution": "720p",
        "duration": 5,
        "enable_web_search": false,
        "generate_audio": true
}),
});
const task = body.data ?? body;
if (!task.id) throw new Error("Submission response did not contain a prediction id");
const resultUrl = `https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/predictions/${task.id}/result`;

// 2. Poll until the prediction finishes.
while (true) {
  const resultBody = await requestJson(resultUrl, {
    headers: { "Authorization": `Bearer ${apiKey}` },
  });
  const result = resultBody.data ?? resultBody;
  if (result.status === "completed") {
    console.log(result.outputs);
    break;
  }
  if (["failed", "cancelled", "timeout", "deleted"].includes(result.status)) throw new Error(JSON.stringify(result));
  await new Promise(resolve => setTimeout(resolve, 2000));
}
Python example
import json
import os
import time
from urllib.request import Request, urlopen

api_key = os.environ["WAVESPEED_API_KEY"]
headers = {"Authorization": f"Bearer {api_key}", "Content-Type": "application/json"}
payload = {
    "prompt": "A cinematic shot of a city at sunset, soft golden light",
    "aspect_ratio": "16:9",
    "resolution": "720p",
    "duration": 5,
    "enable_web_search": False,
    "generate_audio": True
}

def request_json(url, data=None):
    request = Request(url, data=data, headers=headers, method="POST" if data else "GET")
    with urlopen(request) as response:
        return json.load(response)

# 1. Submit the prediction.
body = request_json("https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/bytedance/seedance-2.0-fast/reference-to-video", json.dumps(payload).encode())
task = body.get("data", body)
if not task.get("id"):
    raise RuntimeError("Submission response did not contain a prediction id")
result_url = f"https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/predictions/{task['id']}/result"

# 2. Poll until the prediction finishes.
while True:
    result_body = request_json(result_url)
    result = result_body.get("data", result_body)
    status = result.get("status")
    if status == "completed":
        print(result.get("outputs", []))
        break
    if status in {"failed", "cancelled", "timeout", "deleted"}:
        raise RuntimeError(result)
    time.sleep(2)

Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video API — Frequently asked questions

What is the Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video API?

Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video is a ByteDance model for reference-guided video generation, exposed as a REST API on WaveSpeedAI. Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference to Video creates cinematic videos with native audio from your own reference images, videos, and audio, keeping characters, products, motion, and sound consistent while a prompt directs the new shot. Ready-to-use REST inference API, best performance, no coldstarts, affordable pricing. You can call it programmatically or try it from the playground above.

How do I call the Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video API?

POST your input parameters to the model's REST endpoint (shown in the API tab of this playground) with your WaveSpeedAI API key in the Authorization header. Submission returns a prediction ID. Poll the result endpoint starting around every 2 seconds, increase the interval for long-running tasks, and stop on any terminal status. The playground generates Python, JavaScript, and cURL examples for submitting requests and polling results. Full request/response shape is documented at https://wavespeed.ai/docs/docs-api/bytedance/bytedance-seedance-2.0-fast-reference-to-video.

How much does Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video cost per run or per second?

Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video starts at $0.2 per run or per second. That figure is the base price — the final charge scales with the parameters you set in the form (output size, length, count, references, or whatever knobs this model exposes), so a higher-quality or larger output costs more than a minimal one. The exact cost for your current input is shown live next to the Generate button before you submit, and the actual per-call charge is recorded on the prediction afterwards.

What inputs does Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video accept?

Key inputs: `prompt`, `aspect_ratio`, `resolution`, `duration`, `reference_images`, `enable_web_search`. The full JSON schema (types, defaults, allowed values) is rendered above the Generate button and mirrored in the API reference at https://wavespeed.ai/docs/docs-api/bytedance/bytedance-seedance-2.0-fast-reference-to-video.

How do I get started with the Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video API?

Sign up for a free WaveSpeedAI account to claim starter credits, copy your API key from /accesskey, then call the endpoint shown in the API tab of the playground. The playground also auto-generates a code sample in Python, JavaScript, or cURL for the parameters you've set.

Can I use Seedance 2.0 Fast Reference To Video outputs commercially?

Commercial usage rights depend on the model's license, set by its provider (ByteDance). Check the provider's applicable terms and WaveSpeedAI's Terms of Service before commercial use.

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