mimic
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Description:
Lightweight text-to-speech engine based on CMU Flite
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: text-to-speech tts voice synthesis audio
Install: brew install mimic
About:
Mimic is a compact, fast, and lightweight text-to-speech engine derived from CMU Flite. It provides high-quality speech synthesis optimized for embedded systems and local applications. Its primary value is enabling offline, privacy-focused voice output without requiring heavy cloud dependencies.
Key Features:
  • Fast and lightweight synthesis
  • Offline and embedded-friendly
  • Customizable voices
  • C-based for portability
Use Cases:
  • Local TTS for desktop applications
  • Voice output on embedded/IoT devices
  • Privacy-focused offline reading tools
Alternatives:
  • espeak – Espeak is more widely available but often produces less natural speech.
  • festival – Festival is more feature-rich but heavier and less suitable for embedded use.
Version History
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