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Seedance 2.0 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.

Idle

$0.24per run·~41 / $10

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Use the man and the black bowler hat from <Image 1>. Preserve his exact face, hairstyle, glasses, clothing, body proportions, hat design, and shop environment. The tiny cloud above the hat begins raining directly into it. He looks down in confusion and slowly tilts the hat. A tiny flash of lightning appears inside the bowl of the hat, making him quickly pull it back in surprise. The camera starts with the same clean medium composition as <Image 1> and slowly pushes closer toward the man and the hat. Keep the main subject clear throughout the shot, simple composition, playful magical realism, natural acting, cinematic lighting.

The woman in @Image 1 walks between the tables of @Image 2, runs a hand along a chair, stops by the window and says: "I could stay here all day." Smooth tracking shot, warm natural light.

Use the woman from <Image 1> and the white wolf from <Image 2>. Preserve their exact identities, clothing, hairstyle, weapon, fur pattern, collar, medallion, proportions, and distinctive details. The monster hunter walks through an abandoned mountain village covered in morning fog. The white wolf suddenly appears on a rooftop above her, watching silently. She reaches toward her sword but stops when the wolf jumps down and places the silver medallion from its collar at her feet. She picks it up and notices the same symbol engraved on her sword. The wolf turns and begins walking toward a ruined chapel. She follows. The camera starts low behind broken wooden carts, moves into a tense two-shot during their encounter, then follows both characters through the fog. Dark Western fantasy, cinematic atmosphere, realistic creature movement, detailed materials, restrained suspense.

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Seedance 2.0 Reference-to-Video

Seedance 2.0 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 Text-to-Video.

Key Features

  • Unified multimodal architecture A single model that handles text, image, audio, and video inputs for comprehensive creative flexibility.

  • Native audio-visual synchronization Generates video with synchronized audio in a single pass — no separate audio generation needed.

  • Director-level control Granular control over camera movement, lighting, shadows, and character performance through natural language prompts.

  • Production-grade cinematic quality Hollywood-grade visual fidelity with dramatic lighting, professional color grading, and smooth natural motion.

  • Exceptional motion stability Industry-leading motion coherence with stable subjects, consistent physics, and fluid transitions.

  • Strong instruction adherence Accurately follows detailed scene descriptions, shot compositions, and creative direction.

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: lighting, mood, camera movement, action, and style.
  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 cinematic video with synchronized audio.

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$0.12$0.60$1.20$1.80
720p$0.24$1.20$2.40$3.60
1080p$0.60$3.00$6.00$9.00
4k$1.20$6.00$12.00$18.00

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$0.075
720p$0.15
1080p$0.375
4k$0.75

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 $0.75 at 480p, $1.50 at 720p, $3.75 at 1080p, or $7.50 at 4k.

Best Use Cases

  • Film & Production — Generate cinematic footage for professional video projects.
  • Commercials & Ads — Create high-end promotional content with Hollywood aesthetics.
  • Music Videos — Produce visually stunning sequences with native audio sync.
  • Social Media Premium — Stand out with film-quality short-form content.
  • Concept Visualization — Pitch film and TV concepts with production-quality previews.

Pro Tips

  • Write prompts like a film director — include lighting (e.g., "dramatic rim lighting"), camera angles, and mood.
  • Use 16:9 for cinematic widescreen; 9:16 for premium vertical content.
  • Include specific visual details for best results (e.g., "golden hour sunlight casting long shadows").
  • Describe character expressions and actions for more engaging scenes.
  • Start with a short duration (4-5s) to iterate on the look, then extend up to 15s.

Notes

  • Native audio generation is included — videos come with synchronized sound.
  • Duration range: 4–15 seconds, in whole seconds.
  • Built on the same architecture as Seedance 2.0 Image-to-Video.

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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 Reference To Video API — Quick start

Grab a WaveSpeedAI API key, then call POST https://api.wavespeed.ai/api/v3/bytedance/seedance-2.0/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 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/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/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/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 Reference To Video API — Frequently asked questions

What is the Seedance 2.0 Reference To Video API?

Seedance 2.0 Reference To Video is a ByteDance model for reference-guided video generation, exposed as a REST API on WaveSpeedAI. Seedance 2.0 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 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-reference-to-video.

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

Seedance 2.0 Reference To Video starts at $0.24 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 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-reference-to-video.

How do I get started with the Seedance 2.0 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 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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