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Description

Dessa is an innovative speech-to-speech AI model developed by Block, specifically designed for exploring conversational voice technologies and their various applications. This model uniquely processes audio inputs and generates audio outputs directly, bypassing the need for an intermediary text conversion. Instead of relying on text as a foundation, it has been built from the ground up using actual human conversations, enabling it to facilitate full-duplex communication, where it can listen and speak simultaneously. Designed to operate locally on advanced hardware like the MacBook Pro equipped with an M4 Max chip or superior, Dessa effectively captures nuanced conversational elements such as emotions, sarcasm, laughter, pauses, and turn-taking, which are often diminished in text-based communication systems. Aimed primarily at AI safety researchers and developers, it serves as a powerful tool for examining voice model dynamics, privacy implications, and the intricacies of real-time interactions. Importantly, Dessa is not intended for general business use or as a hosted voice-agent solution, marking its specific role in the realm of research and development within the voice technology landscape. This specificity underscores its potential to deepen understanding of voice interactions and inform future AI advancements.

Description

GPT-Realtime-1.5 is an advanced real-time voice model from OpenAI designed to power interactive audio-based applications such as voice agents and customer support systems. It supports multimodal inputs, including text, audio, and images, and produces both text and audio outputs for dynamic conversations. The model is optimized for speed, delivering fast and responsive interactions that feel natural in live environments. With a 32,000-token context window, it can manage long conversations while maintaining continuity and context. It is particularly suited for applications that require real-time communication, such as call centers and virtual assistants. The model includes support for function calling, enabling seamless integration with external tools and APIs. It is accessible through multiple endpoints, including realtime, chat completions, and responses APIs. Pricing is based on token usage, with separate rates for text, audio, and image processing. The model is designed for scalability, supporting high request volumes depending on usage tiers. Overall, it enables developers to build fast, reliable, and scalable voice-driven applications.

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API Access

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Integrations

Leadlock Yes 
OpenAI Yes 
gpt-realtime Yes 

Pricing Details

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Pricing Details

$4.00 per 1M tokens (input)
$4.00 per 1M tokens (input)
$16.00 per 1M tokens (output)
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises Yes 
iPhone App No 
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Mac Yes 
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Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
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Customer Support

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Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

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Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
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Vendor Details

Company Name

Block

Founded

2009

Country

United States

Website

block.xyz/dessa

Vendor Details

Company Name

OpenAI

Founded

2015

Country

United States

Website

openai.com

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