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Robust processing techniques for voice conversion

Turk et al., 2006

Document ID
7687740027097175395
Author
Turk O
Arslan L
Publication year
Publication venue
Computer Speech & Language

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Differences in speaker characteristics, recording conditions, and signal processing algorithms affect output quality in voice conversion systems. This study focuses on formulating robust techniques for a codebook mapping based voice conversion algorithm …
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