ElevenLabs SFX - [TouchDesigner Component Release]

This TouchDesigner component lets you generate high-quality sound effects incredibly fast directly inside TD using the ElevenLabs Sound Generation API, then automatically downloads and plays them in your network with a clean, one-button workflow.Demo: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wP0p7cCs6yM

What it does

Text-to-SFX generation inside TouchDesigner: type a short sound prompt (e.g., “a river flowing”, “metallic impact”, “distant thunder”) and generate audio instantly.

Automatic download + playback: the generated sound is saved to disk and immediately routed into an Audio File In CHOP → Audio Device Out chain for playback.

Duration control: set the requested generation length (great for one-shots or longer textures).

Prompt influence: adjust how strongly the model adheres to the prompt (from subtle interpretation to more literal).

Loop option for ambiences: a dedicated loop toggle designed for beds/textures (drones, room tone, wind, etc.).

Auto-save outputs: each generation is stored in your chosen folder with unique filenames, making it easy to build a library of SFX while you work.

TD-friendly parameters: designed to be triggered by pulses/automation, so it’s ready for interactive installations, generative performances, and real-time systems.

Setup guide: ElevenLabs API Key

Log in to ElevenLabsGo to your ElevenLabs account dashboard.

Create an API keyOpen Settings → API Keys (or “API” section) and click Create / Generate new key: https://elevenlabs.io/app/developers/api-keys

Copy the keyIt will look like a long string (often starting with sk_). Copy it immediately.

Paste it into TouchDesignerIn the component UI, paste it into API Key.

TestType a simple prompt (e.g. “soft wind ambience”), press Generate, and confirm:

a file is created in your output folder

audio plays through your selected device

Security tip: keep your key private (don’t share screenshots with it visible).Done! You're ready to create.