Take the lead
Put your portrait in the singer’s close-ups and make the familiar performance feel personal.
YOUR TURN AT THE MIC
Tiny Desk AI Video Generator from Photos
Make a 10- or 15-second desk-side concert video from one clear portrait. Add a second portrait if you want a friend in the saxophone solo.
- Duration
- 10s / 15s
- Resolution
- 720p / 2K
- Credits
- 40–90
WHAT YOU GET
Tiny Desk AI video format
- Photos
- One lead portrait; a second portrait for the saxophone player is optional.
- Video
- A 10- or 15-second vertical MP4 in 720p or 2K.
- Sound
- The built-in performance sound is included. Play the sample with sound before creating.
- Download
- Open Assets when your video is complete and download it within 24 hours of submission.
Credits by duration and resolution
| Duration | 720p | 2K |
|---|---|---|
| 10s | 40 Credits | 60 Credits |
| 15s | 60 Credits | 90 Credits |
Studio shows the exact cost before submission. Credits are reserved when you submit and returned if generation is confirmed to have failed.
THE TREND
What is the Tiny Desk AI trend?
The Tiny Desk AI trend features AI versions of the “Outstanding” moment from Charlie Wilson’s NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert. Rapframe uses a built-in concert reference to place your chosen people in the lead and optional saxophone roles. It is an independent creation tool; results may vary from the sample.
Watch NPR Music’s original concert ↗MAKE IT YOURS
Two roles. Your people.
Start with one face or bring a second person into the instrumental break.
Invite a friend
Add a second portrait for the saxophone part, with a different person in each role.
Keep the live mood
The desk-side setting, band and musical rhythm give your version a live feel.
TINY DESK AI
Inside the clip
THE TREND
The lead close-up
Your first portrait takes the mic for the performance’s most recognizable close-ups.
The sax solo
Give the instrumental break to a friend with an optional second portrait.
Concert energy
The desk, band and camera rhythm bring the performance to life.
MAKE YOUR VERSION
How to make a Tiny Desk AI video from photos
Add the lead photo
Open Tiny Desk AI in Studio and upload a clear portrait for the lead singer. You do not need to upload a video.
Add a friend and choose settings
A second portrait can place a friend in the saxophone role. Choose 10 or 15 seconds and 720p or 2K.
Generate and download
Check the required credits before submitting. When the result is complete, download the MP4 from Assets.
PHOTO GUIDE
Give each role a clear face.
Works well
Choose a sharp, front-facing portrait with one person, even lighting and an unobstructed face.
Less useful
Group photos, heavy filters, sunglasses and cropped faces make the performer harder to place.
FAQ
Tiny Desk AI questions
Can I make a Tiny Desk AI video with one photo?
Yes. One portrait fills the lead role. You do not need to upload a video.
What does the second photo do?
The optional second portrait targets the saxophone player. The first portrait stays in the lead role.
Does a Tiny Desk AI video include sound?
Yes. The finished MP4 includes sound from the built-in performance reference. Turn on the sample sound to preview it.
How much does a Tiny Desk AI video cost?
Credits depend on duration and resolution. The table above lists current rates, and Studio shows the exact cost before submission.
Is Tiny Desk AI free to use?
You can watch the sample without paying. Creating a personal video requires a signed-in account and enough credits.
What happens if video generation fails?
Credits reserved for a generation that is confirmed to have failed are returned to your balance.
How do I download my video?
Open Assets after the video is complete and download the MP4. Result access ends 24 hours after submission.
Is Rapframe part of NPR?
Rapframe is an independent creation tool and is not affiliated with NPR or Tiny Desk Concerts.
TINY DESK AI / RAPFRAME
Your turn under the lights.
One photo for the lead. Two if a friend is taking the solo.
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