Deepfake Speech & Synchronize Lip Movements with Wav2Lip!

Introduction

Hello everyone! Today I will be showing you how to turn any video into another video where the subject says something entirely different. We will use Wav2Lip, a tool that helps synchronize lip movements in videos using deepfake technology. This tool can also be used with images to make them talk. The process is surprisingly straightforward, and the best part is it's completely free! Let's dive in.

Getting Started

To begin, open a Google Chrome tab and navigate to the Wav2Lip Google Colab page. You can find the link in the video description.

Step 1: Connect to Google Colab

Google Colab is an online environment by Google that will allow us to run the Wav2Lip program on their servers. First, we need to connect to one of Google’s servers (called a runtime). Click the connect button to allocate some CPU or GPU processing power to your environment. Once connected, you should see a checkmark next to RAM and disk info.

Step 2: Install Necessary Files

At the top of the Colab page, click the arrow next to "step 1" to start the installation process. A notice will appear; click "Run anyway" to proceed. This will take about 45 seconds. You will know it's done when you see a checkmark.

Step 3: Upload Your Files

You can choose between a YouTube video or upload your own video file. If using a YouTube video, paste the URL and specify the start and end times if needed. However, you must upload the audio file you want to lip-sync.

For those using a local video file, scroll down to the "Lip sync on your video file" section. Click the button to upload your video file, then upload your audio file (.wav format is recommended for compatibility).

Step 4: Merge Video and Audio

After uploading, you should see a preview of your video and the uploaded audio. Confirm that the audio file plays correctly. Ensure your video is longer than the audio clip to avoid errors. Click the play button at the final step to merge the files. It may take a few minutes, depending on the video size.

Once finished, download the new video by clicking the provided download button.

Using Images

Although there isn't a direct option to upload images, you can convert an image into a video using software like Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve. Make the image last as long as the audio clip, then upload this "video" in the Wav2Lip Colab page.

Deepfake Celebrity Voices

If you are wondering how to deepfake celebrity voices, check out the software 11 Labs. I have an entire tutorial on using this tool, and you can find the link in the description.

Conclusion

That's it! You’ve successfully created a deepfake video with synchronized lip movements. Feel free to leave any questions in the comments!

Keywords

• Deepfake
• Wav2Lip
• Lip synchronization
• Google Colab
• Video editing
• Audio merging
• Celebrity voice deepfake
• 11 Labs

FAQ

What is Wav2Lip?

Wav2Lip is a program that allows you to synchronize lip movements in videos or images to match an audio file, creating realistic deepfake videos.

Do I need any special software to use Wav2Lip?

No, you just need access to Google Colab and a web browser (preferably Google Chrome).

Can I use this tool for free?

Yes, Wav2Lip on Google Colab is completely free to use.

What file formats does the tool support?

Wav2Lip works best with .wav audio files. If you encounter errors with MP3 files, convert them to .wav.

How long can the video be?

The video should be shorter than 60 seconds. If you need longer videos, split them into shorter segments and process them separately.

How accurate is the lip synchronization?

The results are surprisingly good, almost making the deepfake look real. The success of the synchronization can depend on the quality of the video and audio.

Where can I get the celebrity voice deepfake software?

You can use 11 Labs for deepfaking celebrity voices. A tutorial for using 11 Labs is linked in the article and description.