CSM

CSM (Conversational Speech Model)

CSM is a state-of-the-art speech generation model developed by SesameAILabs. It is designed to generate RVQ audio codes from both text and audio inputs, utilizing a robust architecture that includes a Llama backbone and a specialized audio decoder for producing Mimi audio codes.

Key Features:

• Audio Generation: Generates high-quality audio from text prompts.
• Contextual Understanding: Capable of generating audio with context for more natural conversations.
• Open Source: Available for research and educational purposes under the Apache-2.0 license.
• Multi-Platform Support: Compatible with various operating systems, including Windows and Linux.

Benefits:

• Research and Development: Ideal for researchers looking to explore conversational AI and speech synthesis.
• Interactive Demos: Includes a fine-tuned variant that powers interactive voice demos.
• Community Contributions: Encourages contributions and collaboration through GitHub.

Highlights:

• Latest Release: The 1B CSM variant was released on March 13, 2025, with checkpoints hosted on Hugging Face.
• Ethical Use: Strong emphasis on responsible and ethical applications of the technology, prohibiting misuse.