Just in time for the holiday season we have another giveaway for you. All you got to do for a chance to win the Osmose is: 1. Subscribe to our channel 2. Like the video 3. Comment why you want to win the Osmose. We will announce the winner here in the comment section next week. Please beware of scammers and fake accounts, which usually go along with hosting these giveaways.
Growing up, the piano was my safe haven-a place where I could express emotions I couldn’t put into words. Later, I fell in love with synthesizers, but I’ve often missed the connection and expressiveness that a piano’s keys gave me. So many synths feel like they put a barrier between me and the music in my heart. The Osmose seems like a dream come true, a way to finally bridge that gap and create expressive music that feels alive. Thank you for the chance to win something so inspiring!
Having this Keyboard would cause me to spend my Christmas Bonus on Thomann for MPE capable synths i could control with this beast. So it would be a win for both of us, dear Thomann ;)
Never ever experrienced such an expressive & soft kind of sound controll directly from the keys, with its own unique sound engine taylored to the instrment - Its a must have!
I grew up in the era of emerging synthesizers, and have always been astonished by the extensive sound manipulation they offer. MPE is a huge step forward to putting that control at the musician's fingertips. And together with the advancements in sound generation and modeling techniques, it feels like the keyboard can finally come alive as a fully expressive instrument.
The joy of immediate, tactile expressiveness over such wonderful sounds is a dream and freeing for an artist. Whoever wins this I’m sure will open another realm in their creativity. ✌️
For over 40 years, I’ve expressed my musical passion through the piano, and for the past 5 years, I’ve been exploring the boundless worlds of modern synthesizers. The Osmose E unites both: the familiar, intuitive feel of traditional keys and the limitless sonic variety of contemporary synthesis. With this instrument, I could channel my emotions more directly through my fingertips-truly a dream that would take my musical journey to a whole new level.
Im a 20 years old student from Germany with not much money but great desire for music and especially synths… I started to play the piano when I was 6 and developed through many genres like classic, pop, rock, jazz and lately everything that is connected to electrical sound creation. Although I played in various bands and made so much music on my own I haven’t ever owned an instrument, that I felt really connected to, where I could express all my feelings… a month ago when I saw the Osmose in the internet for the first time, I was kind of hypnotised by all the intuitive possibilities that it offers and I felt like that this could be the synth I was waiting for all the time… your video brought back this feeling:) It would mean everything to me to be able to play this synth.
After being a keyboard player for over 20 years, exactly one year ago I decided to finally learn how to play guitar and was directly blown away on how different it is to have control over each note as long as you are connected to the string. The Osmose is the next step in evolution to transfer this feeling into keyboard instruments.
I started producing Electronic Music during covid, and fell in love with creating organic sound design, and always told myself that I should learn the keyboard, to bring more and more life to my productions, aiming for some music which still feels human, and not only computer generated. The Osmose definitely sounds like the perfect tool to give this expressiveness and natural feeling.
I’m a guitar player first and synth “player” second. One of the things that I’ve always found as a massive difference is the expression. There are just so many variables to the sound when you are playing guitar. Osmose appears to be the first keybed that addresses this difference properly. Would love to own one and test my theory. Great video!
I truly believe that Osmose is the most innovative synthesizer in at least 25 years (maybe longer), and represents a turning point in the way we can interact with sounds.
What a beautiful combination. I watched listened to Tim Shoebridge pair these two the other day. Magical sounds. Between them and using a multitrack looper, you could almost create anything.
I love the idea that each preset is a whole different instrument by itself, Instead of the same instrument playing a different sound. The fact that you have to practice to play a preset, just as you would with different instruments.And those sounds! Beautiful!
I've always wanted to get my hands on a proper keyboard. All my 17 years of producing has been with midi-keyboards and with the Osmose, I genuinely feel it can significantly improve my creativity and 'expressive' feel to my music.
My first and currently only keyboard was a gift from my grandmother that I remember playing with as a kid, very likely making it more than 30 years old. No faders or pitchbend or anything like that, but I still love it for what it means to me; a gift, and the beginning of a long journey. But having since picked up the guitar (badly XD) and seeing just how expressive a single note can be, I do feel as though simple velocity controls just aren't enough anymore. The Osmose represents a huge leap forward in musical expression and takes away so many barriers that keep musicians and composers from doing what we do best: Play!
Been a fan of the channel for a while. 27 year old producer and musician with a deep passion for synthesis. The Expressive E seems to me like the natural evolution in keyboard playing. I've seen plenty of videos, and the general consensus seems to be that its expressive capabilities are revolutionary. Winning this giveaway would not only enable me to create richer, more emotive music with MPE and dynamic touch response possibilities; but I'd also be able to share the instrument with the rotating door of curious producers in my city I often teach music production to. I think being able to showcase the possibilities of an instrument capable of hybridizing the playing styles of various instruments, and being able to show them how synthesis can mimic real instruments through physical modeling, would help open the minds of a bunch of people just getting into the endless possibilities of sonic exploration.
Always wanted more natural emotional expression on synth. Grew up listening to and inspired by old Vangelis albums, and have gradually become a multi instrumentalist to express myself musically as well as i can. I love sound designing on synthesizer due to sonic possibilities, but always feel held back by the keys to articulate the sounds properly. Poly aftertouch helps, but few synths have that, and I'm longing for the whole range of nuance, sensitivity and pitch control per note. I haven't been able to afford or even try it yet, but I've had my eye on the Expressive E since it launched as it seems and sounds very musically promising - and looks very elegant as well! Thanks for the opportunity and reminder!
I’ve always been enamored with the idea that electronic instruments can be played and sound like the emotions inherent in human expression. This tool is an expressive masterpiece! I would LOVE the ability to express in ways I currently cannot easily.
Not only a very Nice design with ‘open’ keys but also a new skill challange. As multi keyboardist switching between piano, Hammond Organ and Synth This Will give a completely new dimension ❤
Playing piano for 24 years and i really love synths. After i saw the polybrute 12 with mpe, i always dreamed about having one. But the Osmose. Oh man. This is pure expresion!
As a recording and gigging musician, guitarist, pianist and professional piano tuner, I’m truly blown away by this, this is truly the next evolution in the keyboard design… With an Osmose you can express yourself more in a way like, a guitarist for example, can do. Change the intonation by pitch bending, or alter the dynamics of a key even when already pressed, just by manipulating the keys, not by post processing or manipulating buttons. You express yourself by just playing the keys… which to me personally connects te player more to the music they want to make. Truly marvellous! I’m very curious to see and feel this masterpiece in real time one day. Have a nice one everybody and keep playing the music! 🎹
If I had an Osmose my dog would think me a wizard , my neighbours would finally stop complaining and my music would bring a tear to the eye of the universe itself. What better way to tell a story?
I am a idm and industrial electronic musician and the osmose has been on my radar since its release. I was especially inspired by benn Jordan’s video on the keyboard and how it can do extremely complex physical modelling and its sound will surely transform my music. Thank you thoman! Always love your channel :)
Ever since I had the great pleasure to play on a Haken Continuum way back then, I’ve been loving the Eagan Matrix synth engine! It has this uncannyness and flexibility to it that connects so well with what you do on the playing surface. Expressive E seems to have done a great job creating an alternative playing surface for this engine. Other than eg Roli Seaboard but alike the Continuum it leans in on the concept of doing the whole sound envelope with how the finger handles a key instead of using an initial velocity plus then some gestures to form the sound. That’s what makes the sound each finger creates so directly connected. I’d insta-buy this keyboard if money wasn’t an object.
I haven’t had the chance to play one yet, but I am very impressed by the sound-engine of the Osmose. It has nuances similar to traditional acoustic instruments, but makes sounds like modern instruments unheard before. Better than the mpe modules that I have tried and bought. The keyboard probably needs some time to get used to, but also seems easier to play than my Seaboard Rise. The Eaganmatrix editor must have amazing possibilities, with all its slots and formulas. Luckily for musicians like me, there are essential macro’s to handle and tweak the sounds, keeping the focus on playing rather than programming. Very inspiring!
It seems like many people concentrate on the expressive capabilities of Osmose, and rightfully so. But seldom do people talk about the absolutely insane and truly revolutionary EaganMatrix which was one of the earliest modern physical modelling engines and still is the champion. It's so great that Expressive E managed to pair it with such an awesome piece of hardware
Even though I only started my musical journey about a year ago now, I have always been deeply in love with the art and history behind it. Finally trying my hand at actually MAKING the art I previously only appreciated was a huge step for me. I have been learning, playing, and making more and more every day. But, above all, the technology that drives the music is my biggest passion. The creative masterminds behind the most influential instruments, and their contributions to the field, are enthralling to me. The CS-80, being such an iconic and influential beast, makes it the holy grail to me and so many others. Especially since the Polyphonic After-touch on the original is STILL the gold standard of expression, experiencing the MPE compatibility with the most cutting-edge input method feels so right for this. Even though I will likely never be able to afford any of the originals, or these phenomenal remakes, the idea of using the Osmose with my favorite VST versions gets me super excited. I hope incredible tools like this can help define MY sound as I continue to explore music!
I've been lusting after an Osmose for many years now, since Expressive E first showed us the early prototypes. I love the expressive controls and I love that each patch is like its own instrument. I'd also want to use it as a controller, both for hardware and software instruments. Osmose playing Digitone, with its expression control modulation macros, should be hella fun!
To me, the Osmose is truly the most revolutionary and innovative synth created in recent years. It is the result of the most advanced research in the field of synthesis of which it is a true evolution. The thing that impressed me most is that the Osmose is a synthesizer that allows the musician to have control over his or her own playing and not the other way around, as is the case with most synths on the market. For this reason, it would be a dream for me to own the Osmose. The expressive possibilities are incredible, but I hope there will be more banks of sounds available in the future. I think that at the moment the only limitation (if you can call it that) of the Osmose, is that you cannot have a wide variety of different types of sounds available and the sound engine of the Haken Audio needs to be continued to be expolated and exploited. I personally thank the team at Expressive E for creating the Osmose
Thank you Thomann for always being such an amazing company for us customers! I’m a student here in Stockholm, and the Osmose would be a dream addition to my live DJ performances that I do on the side of my studies. I am also interested to dive deeper into music production, and to make tracks and share them on UA-cam to start building a following for my DJing. I really enjoy Pink Floyd, and would like to make house that is inspired by their sounds and think this synth would fit that style of music so well! Edit: I forgot to say but i am also just dipping my toes into plugin-development (I happen to study computer science and love music!). I just started prototyping on a physical modeling plugin, and I am just learning about the karplus-strong method for emulating plucked strings and am having a ton of fun. But I think it would be even more amazing to be able to build it from the ground up supporting the Osmose! Fingers crossed, and thanks again for all that you do for us musicians
I'm always envious of the vast range of expression guitarists, bassists, or cellists, even percussionists literally have at their fingertips, just by playing their instrument. I always found the need for pedals and wheels for adding modulation to be a bit of a downer. The Osmose is the perfect instrument for applying my (limited) piano skills to truly expressive playing.
This really opens up a new layer of expression that previously wasn't as immediately available on synths before. I really like the idea of bringing back the most important aspect of performing music - which is expressing ones own emotion - to the foreground again. It sounds really lovely, too!
I think the expressiveness of the keys along with bitwigs MPE capabilities would bring a tactility to my synths I just can’t get with modulation alone and the internal engine sounds great too.
As a sound designer deeply passionate about crafting emotional, immersive soundscapes, I’ve always relied on imagination and feeling rather than technical playing. The Expressive E Osmose feels like it could bridge that gap, unlocking new layers of creativity and expression. Its intuitive keyboard seems perfectly suited to help me translate the ideas I’ve struggled to fully convey into vibrant, living soundscapes, bringing even more depth and life to my designs.
I've been looking for a great synth to put on my desk & learn sound design. Currently a hip hop producer but trying to expand my musical horizons & dabble into other genres as well. I feel the osmose would be that extra push I need to push the boundaries of what I'm used to. Being able to control the pitch by wiggling the keys & shaping the sounds is next level.
I don’t think I’ve ever been so musically inspired just by the thought of a new instrument. I’m brimming with imaginary ideas that I’d love to make real.
I would love to gift this to my little sister! She has been playing Piano for most of her life but since she moved away and doesn’t have easy access to a piano/keyboard any more she stopped playing. I am sure the new possibilities of this amazing instrument would kickstart her passion again.
The Expressive E Osmose is the ultimate expressiv synth Ive longed for all my 44 years I have been using synthesizers. Finallly the third dimension, the human touch from the player, can be included in the music from a synthsizer. I would love to get one from Thomann. ❤
I’ve had my eyes and ears on this synth since it launched. This is hands down the most expressive synth on the market! Owning one of these would bring a lot of dynamic expression to my music. It would be an absolute dream, as I could NEVER afford one of these otherwise…🤞🏽
The osmose is just one of the best inventions in the category of musical instruments of the last years. It offers so much more expressivness for keyboard player. The music with this instrument comes really alive.
finally innovation in synth design that focuses on performance and direct connection with the player. I hope to see more of this kind of thing in the future!
In my opinion this is the best electronic instrument currently out there, nothing else compares, plus the sound engine seems to be pretty cool. It'd be an awesome addition to my current setup :)
Just the pure pleasure of being able to do so much more with my music… What I have seen and heard of the Osmose puts it at the top of my short list of gear to get next!
To be able to compose with this keyboard for my next movies and video games would be an absolute gift. To see more and more composers working with Osmose just shows how wonderful mpe is when you want to tell emotional stories with your music. Thanks for his opportunity Thomann!
I love the possibilities to play so expressive with just one keyboard. Seems like great sounds included as well. It really opens up to the type of expressive playing you can do on on acoustic instruments and bringing that into electronic world.
I've been captivated by the Osmose since it was just a prototype. The EaganMatrix engine is the most advanced and natural sounding system I've encountered. The presets are unbelievably good! The expressive keyboard seems amazing, and I've always wanted to try it out, though I haven't had the chance to play it yet. I'd love to add the Osmose to my Sub37 and OP6 setup for a truly dynamic music experience.
It offers unmatched expressive control, opens up incredible sound design possibilities, and will take my creativity and performances to the next level.
There are so many reasons to have a Osmose in the studio. For one it is one of kind instrument just like most products designed by Expressive E. Nothing else does realistic physical modeling like Osmose. I hope the Synth God's answer my prayers and this ends up being my first flagship synth.
After trying out the Osmose for the first time just last week, its tricks and subtleties keep bouncing around in my mind. The ease by which you can pitch bend and alter each sound is remarkable. I knew it was going to be my next “most sought after” synth and wouldn’t it be great to win this one?!?
One of the more interesting and ingeneous ways to add expression to sound and depth to playing. The Osmose is a headliner for something fun and interesting to enter the studio.
The Osmose allows the same depth of expression as dancing but focused thru the fingers. Winning one would add a new dimension of expression and language to my productions.
I always Instinctively, moved and bend keys but missed the expression in the regular keys. Finally there is a user friendly and inspiring MPE instrument and controller.
The expressiveness that Osmose provide will give a new dimention in synth playing . The dedicated synth engine would probably perfectly match the controller's benefits. A very interesting innovative keyboard.
The Osmose is the synth that really opened my eyes to what MPE can do. I also still think it's the best way I've seen to map the parameters onto hardware, allowing modulation directly on the keys, breaking new ground while not forcing people to learn an entirely new instrument. I've been looking for a combination of versatile synth and MIDI controller for ages now and I think the Osmose is the perfect fit.
I got the Osmose and therefore don’t need to win a second, but I can confirm, that this is different to all other synths I own. It’s a game changer and so incredible expressive while same time intuitive. As a piano player instantly usable to its full potential. Just great!
This instrument really brings the ability to express to the keyboard that is present in so many other instruments. Like string bending on guitars or breath control in wind instruments. Truly a product that is unique and amazing.
I tried the Osmose in a music shop and instantly connected with it. What’s amazing is that you can go really deep with just one sound, learn how to play one single patch, in your own unique way. Gotta have it :-)
MPE is a favourite branch of investigation for me. Has been since its inception. I have one little MPE controller. I've lusted over the Expressive E Osmose ...
The Eaganmatrix sound engine is incredible and uncanny. It's at the same time convincingly acoustic and 'real' while also feeling artificial and synthetic, I love that tension, it's a bridge to new sound worlds and expressive playing.
I got a chance to try the Osmose at a music store. as a lifelong pianist. I was blown away by the new level of expression possible, and the immediate inspiration that came with it. Just an incredibly innovative piece of hardware. Would love to integrate one into my routine workflow!
I’m blown away by the possibilities of this Instrument! I’am playing a lot of live music and also producing in the studio. I would love to get my hands on the Osmose and have all those MEP possibilities under my fingers. 😀😀😀
As a synth enthusiast and coder, I’m always drawn to tools that push creative boundaries. The Osmose’s expressive capabilities are something I’d love to explore, both musically and from a tech perspective. It feels like the perfect instrument to bridge innovation and artistry! I would love to combine it with the the synthstrom deluge, with it's MPE with capabilities it would be the perfect companion for the Osmose
I love the idea of being able to more easily capture expressiveness and motion with a synthesizer, making it more versatile and performance oriented. It'd be nice to have that ability at my fingertips, as it were.
I am fascinated with idea of using this device to expand expression in my film scores. I think I could do more in real-time than currently modifying complex midi expression in post processing.
As a life-long cellist and now techno live act, I am continously looking for ways a getting more and more expression out of my modular and synths. I still think human hands are amongst the most expressive tools that we have for art. Having something like an Osmose would really be a wonderful way to combine both of my artistic trayectories into one. Pure expression!
I'm a producer/sound designer and guitar is my main instrument. I've always wanted to properly learn the keys, because it opens up more flexibility for using MIDI, but I've also been a bit frustrated by the lack of expression I am able to get out of playing with a MIDI Keyboard, as the nuances that I'm used to getting out of my guitar get lost in translation. So when I first saw a demo of the Osmose, I thought it really bridges those gaps perfectly.
I've had my eyes on this synthesizer for quite a while now; it really seems like the evolution of the piano. It has features I've always dreamed of in a keyboard. Being both a classical pianist and an electronic music producer, I'm curious to see how I could incorporate this instrument into both genres. Good luck everyone!!
Looking forward to trying this one day... Even when I was a kid playing piano or keys in a band, my mates were always asking why I was wiggling my fingers on the keys... I was just anticipating the 2020s!
As someone who plays both guitar and keyboard this is a dream come true! It finally brings the expressively to keyboards that guitarist have enjoyed over the years, whilst keeping the form factor familia and playable. The best of both worlds. I’d love to win one 🎉
I'd love to give the Osmose a try as it has fascinated me from the beginning, trying to get an extra level of expression in my productions! It would be a great addition in my studio.
I'd like to win the Osmose, because it's a good sounding synth that allows for a ton of expressiveness, while still remaining controllable and somehow familiar.
I remember when the touché first came out and I was impressed by the natural expression it gave to synths, the Osmose is a step up! I don’t think I deserve to win anymore than anyone else, however, if I was lucky, I would make some amazing synthwave and trance with it!
I used to play the cello growing up. When I started learning the piano a few years ago I would always try to add vibrato by instinct with no effect. The Osmose would allow me to play the keys the way my fingers naturally want to play them.
I love reading everyone's comments about being inspired by this sublime instrument. It certainly sounds gorgeous at the hands and creative mind of this video; thank you for sharing with us. I will continue to Deckard's dream of being enchanted by playing such a combo one day. All the best, everyone, and happy holidays 🥳
I’d love to win the Osmose because its innovative design would completely transform how I create music. It’s a unique chance to explore new sounds and push my creativity further!
Just in time for the holiday season we have another giveaway for you. All you got to do for a chance to win the Osmose is:
1. Subscribe to our channel
2. Like the video
3. Comment why you want to win the Osmose.
We will announce the winner here in the comment section next week. Please beware of scammers and fake accounts, which usually go along with hosting these giveaways.
I want the Osmose because I hope it helps me finally connect to keys, as I‘m a bassist.
My motivation is expression. I love expressive instruments and the Osmose is pure innovation, finally a different keyboard 🥰
I'd love to have this because this is the closest I'll get to using an ondes martenot-like expressive, singing instrument
Expression is king!
Love your channel, and am inspired… would love to have MPE in my life!
Growing up, the piano was my safe haven-a place where I could express emotions I couldn’t put into words. Later, I fell in love with synthesizers, but I’ve often missed the connection and expressiveness that a piano’s keys gave me. So many synths feel like they put a barrier between me and the music in my heart. The Osmose seems like a dream come true, a way to finally bridge that gap and create expressive music that feels alive. Thank you for the chance to win something so inspiring!
Having this Keyboard would cause me to spend my Christmas Bonus on Thomann for MPE capable synths i could control with this beast. So it would be a win for both of us, dear Thomann ;)
Never ever experrienced such an expressive & soft kind of sound controll directly from the keys, with its own unique sound engine taylored to the instrment - Its a must have!
I grew up in the era of emerging synthesizers, and have always been astonished by the extensive sound manipulation they offer. MPE is a huge step forward to putting that control at the musician's fingertips. And together with the advancements in sound generation and modeling techniques, it feels like the keyboard can finally come alive as a fully expressive instrument.
The joy of immediate, tactile expressiveness over such wonderful sounds is a dream and freeing for an artist. Whoever wins this I’m sure will open another realm in their creativity. ✌️
For over 40 years, I’ve expressed my musical passion through the piano, and for the past 5 years, I’ve been exploring the boundless worlds of modern synthesizers. The Osmose E unites both: the familiar, intuitive feel of traditional keys and the limitless sonic variety of contemporary synthesis. With this instrument, I could channel my emotions more directly through my fingertips-truly a dream that would take my musical journey to a whole new level.
Im a 20 years old student from Germany with not much money but great desire for music and especially synths… I started to play the piano when I was 6 and developed through many genres like classic, pop, rock, jazz and lately everything that is connected to electrical sound creation. Although I played in various bands and made so much music on my own I haven’t ever owned an instrument, that I felt really connected to, where I could express all my feelings… a month ago when I saw the Osmose in the internet for the first time, I was kind of hypnotised by all the intuitive possibilities that it offers and I felt like that this could be the synth I was waiting for all the time… your video brought back this feeling:) It would mean everything to me to be able to play this synth.
After being a keyboard player for over 20 years, exactly one year ago I decided to finally learn how to play guitar and was directly blown away on how different it is to have control over each note as long as you are connected to the string. The Osmose is the next step in evolution to transfer this feeling into keyboard instruments.
I started producing Electronic Music during covid, and fell in love with creating organic sound design, and always told myself that I should learn the keyboard, to bring more and more life to my productions, aiming for some music which still feels human, and not only computer generated.
The Osmose definitely sounds like the perfect tool to give this expressiveness and natural feeling.
I’m a guitar player first and synth “player” second. One of the things that I’ve always found as a massive difference is the expression. There are just so many variables to the sound when you are playing guitar.
Osmose appears to be the first keybed that addresses this difference properly. Would love to own one and test my theory. Great video!
I truly believe that Osmose is the most innovative synthesizer in at least 25 years (maybe longer), and represents a turning point in the way we can interact with sounds.
What a beautiful combination. I watched listened to Tim Shoebridge pair these two the other day. Magical sounds. Between them and using a multitrack looper, you could almost create anything.
I love the idea that each preset is a whole different instrument by itself,
Instead of the same instrument playing a different sound. The fact that you have to practice to play a preset, just as you would with different instruments.And those sounds! Beautiful!
I've always wanted to get my hands on a proper keyboard. All my 17 years of producing has been with midi-keyboards and with the Osmose, I genuinely feel it can significantly improve my creativity and 'expressive' feel to my music.
My first and currently only keyboard was a gift from my grandmother that I remember playing with as a kid, very likely making it more than 30 years old. No faders or pitchbend or anything like that, but I still love it for what it means to me; a gift, and the beginning of a long journey.
But having since picked up the guitar (badly XD) and seeing just how expressive a single note can be, I do feel as though simple velocity controls just aren't enough anymore. The Osmose represents a huge leap forward in musical expression and takes away so many barriers that keep musicians and composers from doing what we do best: Play!
Been a fan of the channel for a while.
27 year old producer and musician with a deep passion for synthesis. The Expressive E seems to me like the natural evolution in keyboard playing.
I've seen plenty of videos, and the general consensus seems to be that its expressive capabilities are revolutionary.
Winning this giveaway would not only enable me to create richer, more emotive music with MPE and dynamic touch response possibilities; but I'd also be able to share the instrument with the rotating door of curious producers in my city I often teach music production to. I think being able to showcase the possibilities of an instrument capable of hybridizing the playing styles of various instruments, and being able to show them how synthesis can mimic real instruments through physical modeling, would help open the minds of a bunch of people just getting into the endless possibilities of sonic exploration.
Always wanted more natural emotional expression on synth. Grew up listening to and inspired by old Vangelis albums, and have gradually become a multi instrumentalist to express myself musically as well as i can. I love sound designing on synthesizer due to sonic possibilities, but always feel held back by the keys to articulate the sounds properly. Poly aftertouch helps, but few synths have that, and I'm longing for the whole range of nuance, sensitivity and pitch control per note. I haven't been able to afford or even try it yet, but I've had my eye on the Expressive E since it launched as it seems and sounds very musically promising - and looks very elegant as well!
Thanks for the opportunity and reminder!
I’ve always been enamored with the idea that electronic instruments can be played and sound like the emotions inherent in human expression. This tool is an expressive masterpiece!
I would LOVE the ability to express in ways I currently cannot easily.
Not only a very Nice design with ‘open’ keys but also a new skill challange. As multi keyboardist switching between piano, Hammond Organ and Synth This Will give a completely new dimension ❤
6:16 is the way. I want to win because I'm in love with the way it opens a whole world of control to sonic possibilities
I need this please! This looks like so much fun to play live with!
Playing piano for 24 years and i really love synths. After i saw the polybrute 12 with mpe, i always dreamed about having one. But the Osmose. Oh man. This is pure expresion!
As a recording and gigging musician, guitarist, pianist and professional piano tuner, I’m truly blown away by this, this is truly the next evolution in the keyboard design… With an Osmose you can express yourself more in a way like, a guitarist for example, can do. Change the intonation by pitch bending, or alter the dynamics of a key even when already pressed, just by manipulating the keys, not by post processing or manipulating buttons. You express yourself by just playing the keys… which to me personally connects te player more to the music they want to make. Truly marvellous! I’m very curious to see and feel this masterpiece in real time one day. Have a nice one everybody and keep playing the music! 🎹
If I had an Osmose my dog would think me a wizard , my neighbours would finally stop complaining and my music would bring a tear to the eye of the universe itself. What better way to tell a story?
I love the idea of being more expressive with an instrument like this one and synths are amazinf ofc
I am a idm and industrial electronic musician and the osmose has been on my radar since its release. I was especially inspired by benn Jordan’s video on the keyboard and how it can do extremely complex physical modelling and its sound will surely transform my music.
Thank you thoman! Always love your channel :)
Ever since I had the great pleasure to play on a Haken Continuum way back then, I’ve been loving the Eagan Matrix synth engine! It has this uncannyness and flexibility to it that connects so well with what you do on the playing surface.
Expressive E seems to have done a great job creating an alternative playing surface for this engine. Other than eg Roli Seaboard but alike the Continuum it leans in on the concept of doing the whole sound envelope with how the finger handles a key instead of using an initial velocity plus then some gestures to form the sound. That’s what makes the sound each finger creates so directly connected.
I’d insta-buy this keyboard if money wasn’t an object.
I haven’t had the chance to play one yet, but I am very impressed by the sound-engine of the Osmose. It has nuances similar to traditional acoustic instruments, but makes sounds like modern instruments unheard before. Better than the mpe modules that I have tried and bought. The keyboard probably needs some time to get used to, but also seems easier to play than my Seaboard Rise. The Eaganmatrix editor must have amazing possibilities, with all its slots and formulas. Luckily for musicians like me, there are essential macro’s to handle and tweak the sounds, keeping the focus on playing rather than programming. Very inspiring!
It seems like many people concentrate on the expressive capabilities of Osmose, and rightfully so. But seldom do people talk about the absolutely insane and truly revolutionary EaganMatrix which was one of the earliest modern physical modelling engines and still is the champion. It's so great that Expressive E managed to pair it with such an awesome piece of hardware
Even though I only started my musical journey about a year ago now, I have always been deeply in love with the art and history behind it. Finally trying my hand at actually MAKING the art I previously only appreciated was a huge step for me. I have been learning, playing, and making more and more every day. But, above all, the technology that drives the music is my biggest passion. The creative masterminds behind the most influential instruments, and their contributions to the field, are enthralling to me. The CS-80, being such an iconic and influential beast, makes it the holy grail to me and so many others. Especially since the Polyphonic After-touch on the original is STILL the gold standard of expression, experiencing the MPE compatibility with the most cutting-edge input method feels so right for this. Even though I will likely never be able to afford any of the originals, or these phenomenal remakes, the idea of using the Osmose with my favorite VST versions gets me super excited. I hope incredible tools like this can help define MY sound as I continue to explore music!
I've been lusting after an Osmose for many years now, since Expressive E first showed us the early prototypes. I love the expressive controls and I love that each patch is like its own instrument. I'd also want to use it as a controller, both for hardware and software instruments. Osmose playing Digitone, with its expression control modulation macros, should be hella fun!
Why winning the osmose ? So much creativity potential and infinite inspiration. That is why! Danke sehr Thomann !
To me, the Osmose is truly the most revolutionary and innovative synth created in recent years. It is the result of the most advanced research in the field of synthesis of which it is a true evolution. The thing that impressed me most is that the Osmose is a synthesizer that allows the musician to have control over his or her own playing and not the other way around, as is the case with most synths on the market. For this reason, it would be a dream for me to own the Osmose. The expressive possibilities are incredible, but I hope there will be more banks of sounds available in the future. I think that at the moment the only limitation (if you can call it that) of the Osmose, is that you cannot have a wide variety of different types of sounds available and the sound engine of the Haken Audio needs to be continued to be expolated and exploited. I personally thank the team at Expressive E for creating the Osmose
Ich fange gerade erst an die Welt der Synthesizer zu erforschen,und das gerät ist der Wahnsinn !! Tolles Video!
Thank you Thomann for always being such an amazing company for us customers!
I’m a student here in Stockholm, and the Osmose would be a dream addition to my live DJ performances that I do on the side of my studies. I am also interested to dive deeper into music production, and to make tracks and share them on UA-cam to start building a following for my DJing. I really enjoy Pink Floyd, and would like to make house that is inspired by their sounds and think this synth would fit that style of music so well!
Edit: I forgot to say but i am also just dipping my toes into plugin-development (I happen to study computer science and love music!). I just started prototyping on a physical modeling plugin, and I am just learning about the karplus-strong method for emulating plucked strings and am having a ton of fun. But I think it would be even more amazing to be able to build it from the ground up supporting the Osmose!
Fingers crossed, and thanks again for all that you do for us musicians
I'm always envious of the vast range of expression guitarists, bassists, or cellists, even percussionists literally have at their fingertips, just by playing their instrument. I always found the need for pedals and wheels for adding modulation to be a bit of a downer. The Osmose is the perfect instrument for applying my (limited) piano skills to truly expressive playing.
This really opens up a new layer of expression that previously wasn't as immediately available on synths before. I really like the idea of bringing back the most important aspect of performing music - which is expressing ones own emotion - to the foreground again. It sounds really lovely, too!
I would love to have an osmose for all its amazing expressive controls!
It's the ultimate keyboard for expressing the full range of emotions! The possibilities are endless!
I think the expressiveness of the keys along with bitwigs MPE capabilities would bring a tactility to my synths I just can’t get with modulation alone and the internal engine sounds great too.
As a sound designer deeply passionate about crafting emotional, immersive soundscapes, I’ve always relied on imagination and feeling rather than technical playing. The Expressive E Osmose feels like it could bridge that gap, unlocking new layers of creativity and expression. Its intuitive keyboard seems perfectly suited to help me translate the ideas I’ve struggled to fully convey into vibrant, living soundscapes, bringing even more depth and life to my designs.
I've been looking for a great synth to put on my desk & learn sound design. Currently a hip hop producer but trying to expand my musical horizons & dabble into other genres as well. I feel the osmose would be that extra push I need to push the boundaries of what I'm used to. Being able to control the pitch by wiggling the keys & shaping the sounds is next level.
I don’t think I’ve ever been so musically inspired just by the thought of a new instrument. I’m brimming with imaginary ideas that I’d love to make real.
I would love to gift this to my little sister! She has been playing Piano for most of her life but since she moved away and doesn’t have easy access to a piano/keyboard any more she stopped playing. I am sure the new possibilities of this amazing instrument would kickstart her passion again.
The Expressive E Osmose is the ultimate expressiv synth Ive longed for all my 44 years I have been using synthesizers. Finallly the third dimension, the human touch from the player, can be included in the music from a synthsizer.
I would love to get one from Thomann. ❤
I’ve had my eyes and ears on this synth since it launched. This is hands down the most expressive synth on the market! Owning one of these would bring a lot of dynamic expression to my music. It would be an absolute dream, as I could NEVER afford one of these otherwise…🤞🏽
The osmose is just one of the best inventions in the category of musical instruments of the last years. It offers so much more expressivness for keyboard player. The music with this instrument comes really alive.
This really could bring back a more playful approach to music for me. Love the expressiveness ❤
finally innovation in synth design that focuses on performance and direct connection with the player. I hope to see more of this kind of thing in the future!
I would love an osmose to truly take my playing to the next level with the amount of expressive freedom the instrument gives you.
In my opinion this is the best electronic instrument currently out there, nothing else compares, plus the sound engine seems to be pretty cool. It'd be an awesome addition to my current setup :)
Just the pure pleasure of being able to do so much more with my music… What I have seen and heard of the Osmose puts it at the top of my short list of gear to get next!
To be able to compose with this keyboard for my next movies and video games would be an absolute gift. To see more and more composers working with Osmose just shows how wonderful mpe is when you want to tell emotional stories with your music. Thanks for his opportunity Thomann!
I'm a guitarist who has been learning keys for a few months and the ability to control synths with the expressivity of a guitar is like a dream.
As a keyboard player, this adds a new whole layer to the expression. I love the way the aftertouch works on the Osmose!
I love the possibilities to play so expressive with just one keyboard. Seems like great sounds included as well. It really opens up to the type of expressive playing you can do on on acoustic instruments and bringing that into electronic world.
Played a prototype in LA a couple years back and it completely blew me away. It’s such a unique instrument
I've been captivated by the Osmose since it was just a prototype. The EaganMatrix engine is the most advanced and natural sounding system I've encountered. The presets are unbelievably good! The expressive keyboard seems amazing, and I've always wanted to try it out, though I haven't had the chance to play it yet. I'd love to add the Osmose to my Sub37 and OP6 setup for a truly dynamic music experience.
I've been learning to play the piano again, and connecting this to my synth would enable me to explore a whole other range of expression.
It offers unmatched expressive control, opens up incredible sound design possibilities, and will take my creativity and performances to the next level.
There are so many reasons to have a Osmose in the studio. For one it is one of kind instrument just like most products designed by Expressive E. Nothing else does realistic physical modeling like Osmose. I hope the Synth God's answer my prayers and this ends up being my first flagship synth.
After trying out the Osmose for the first time just last week, its tricks and subtleties keep bouncing around in my mind. The ease by which you can pitch bend and alter each sound is remarkable. I knew it was going to be my next “most sought after” synth and wouldn’t it be great to win this one?!?
One of the more interesting and ingeneous ways to add expression to sound and depth to playing. The Osmose is a headliner for something fun and interesting to enter the studio.
The Osmose allows the same depth of expression as dancing but focused thru the fingers. Winning one would add a new dimension of expression and language to my productions.
I always Instinctively, moved and bend keys but missed the expression in the regular keys. Finally there is a user friendly and inspiring MPE instrument and controller.
The expressiveness that Osmose provide will give a new dimention in synth playing . The dedicated synth engine would probably perfectly match the controller's benefits. A very interesting innovative keyboard.
The Osmose is the synth that really opened my eyes to what MPE can do. I also still think it's the best way I've seen to map the parameters onto hardware, allowing modulation directly on the keys, breaking new ground while not forcing people to learn an entirely new instrument. I've been looking for a combination of versatile synth and MIDI controller for ages now and I think the Osmose is the perfect fit.
I got the Osmose and therefore don’t need to win a second, but I can confirm, that this is different to all other synths I own. It’s a game changer and so incredible expressive while same time intuitive. As a piano player instantly usable to its full potential. Just great!
This instrument really brings the ability to express to the keyboard that is present in so many other instruments. Like string bending on guitars or breath control in wind instruments. Truly a product that is unique and amazing.
I tried the Osmose in a music shop and instantly connected with it. What’s amazing is that you can go really deep with just one sound, learn how to play one single patch, in your own unique way. Gotta have it :-)
MPE is a favourite branch of investigation for me.
Has been since its inception.
I have one little MPE controller.
I've lusted over the Expressive E Osmose ...
The Eaganmatrix sound engine is incredible and uncanny. It's at the same time convincingly acoustic and 'real' while also feeling artificial and synthetic, I love that tension, it's a bridge to new sound worlds and expressive playing.
I got a chance to try the Osmose at a music store. as a lifelong pianist. I was blown away by the new level of expression possible, and the immediate inspiration that came with it. Just an incredibly innovative piece of hardware. Would love to integrate one into my routine workflow!
With this amazing keyboard it feels like you’re able to really play every type of instrument with more detail,possibilities and feeling.
I’m blown away by the possibilities of this Instrument! I’am playing a lot of live music and also producing in the studio. I would love to get my hands on the Osmose and have all those MEP possibilities under my fingers. 😀😀😀
As a synth enthusiast and coder, I’m always drawn to tools that push creative boundaries. The Osmose’s expressive capabilities are something I’d love to explore, both musically and from a tech perspective. It feels like the perfect instrument to bridge innovation and artistry! I would love to combine it with the the synthstrom deluge, with it's MPE with capabilities it would be the perfect companion for the Osmose
I would love to get the Osmose because it’s the one of a kind instrument of the century ❤
I love the idea of being able to more easily capture expressiveness and motion with a synthesizer, making it more versatile and performance oriented. It'd be nice to have that ability at my fingertips, as it were.
I am fascinated with idea of using this device to expand expression in my film scores. I think I could do more in real-time than currently modifying complex midi expression in post processing.
As a life-long cellist and now techno live act, I am continously looking for ways a getting more and more expression out of my modular and synths. I still think human hands are amongst the most expressive tools that we have for art. Having something like an Osmose would really be a wonderful way to combine both of my artistic trayectories into one. Pure expression!
I'm a producer/sound designer and guitar is my main instrument.
I've always wanted to properly learn the keys, because it opens up more flexibility for using MIDI, but I've also been a bit frustrated by the lack of expression I am able to get out of playing with a MIDI Keyboard, as the nuances that I'm used to getting out of my guitar get lost in translation.
So when I first saw a demo of the Osmose, I thought it really bridges those gaps perfectly.
I've had my eyes on this synthesizer for quite a while now; it really seems like the evolution of the piano. It has features I've always dreamed of in a keyboard. Being both a classical pianist and an electronic music producer, I'm curious to see how I could incorporate this instrument into both genres.
Good luck everyone!!
Looking forward to trying this one day... Even when I was a kid playing piano or keys in a band, my mates were always asking why I was wiggling my fingers on the keys... I was just anticipating the 2020s!
As someone who plays both guitar and keyboard this is a dream come true! It finally brings the expressively to keyboards that guitarist have enjoyed over the years, whilst keeping the form factor familia and playable. The best of both worlds. I’d love to win one 🎉
This is the only instrument that got me excited for years.
The Osmose provides so much potential for expressive playing. It would be a game changer in my studio and live set up!
I'd love to give the Osmose a try as it has fascinated me from the beginning, trying to get an extra level of expression in my productions! It would be a great addition in my studio.
Because it can complement a classic piano and be the most expressive input to a modular system.
I'd like to win the Osmose, because it's a good sounding synth that allows for a ton of expressiveness, while still remaining controllable and somehow familiar.
I love the way the aftertouch is extra expressive and unique!
... because it's on a whole new level for expressing musical ideas.
I remember when the touché first came out and I was impressed by the natural expression it gave to synths, the Osmose is a step up!
I don’t think I deserve to win anymore than anyone else, however, if I was lucky, I would make some amazing synthwave and trance with it!
I used to play the cello growing up. When I started learning the piano a few years ago I would always try to add vibrato by instinct with no effect. The Osmose would allow me to play the keys the way my fingers naturally want to play them.
Osmose is really the next level of keyboards, leaving the traditional aftertouch behind. Who wouldn't want such an amazing keyboard!
Really keen to explore the pressure and pressure glide features of the Osmose and how they can be used with MPE VSTs
I love reading everyone's comments about being inspired by this sublime instrument. It certainly sounds gorgeous at the hands and creative mind of this video; thank you for sharing with us. I will continue to Deckard's dream of being enchanted by playing such a combo one day. All the best, everyone, and happy holidays 🥳
I’d love to win the Osmose because its innovative design would completely transform how I create music. It’s a unique chance to explore new sounds and push my creativity further!
It's the most emotional synth I have ever heard. So it is exactly what I need. 😍- Have a nice week! 😊
Amazing! Aside from a unique synth, it seems like a really great controller to bring out the best in those high-end MPE-capable instruments.