Osmose
MPE Keyboard
Osmose is a groundbreaking expressive synthesizer and MIDI controller that brings three-dimensional playability to modern keyboard performance. Its unique multidimensional keybed detects velocity, pressure, pitch bend, and lateral motion per note, giving musicians an unprecedented range of control and articulation. Powered by the powerful EaganMatrix sound engine developed with Haken Audio, Osmose offers rich, immersive sound generation with over 500 presets and deep editing potential. It functions as a standalone synthesizer, an MPE-enabled MIDI controller, or a classic keyboard controller — making it versatile for studio, live performance, and creative sound design. Osmose transforms gesture into nuanced musical expression.
Intro & Tutorial
Gestures
Musician Demos
Osmose Music Tips
Reviews
"Osmose is a synth that’s truly unique, surprisingly versatile, can be hugely inspiring, and sounds very, very good indeed."
~ Sound on Sound
9to5Toys
"Osmose is an actual musical instrument. It reacts to the expression only a human is capable of and understands a language your typical MIDI keyboard cannot."
~ 9to5Toys
"Osmose offers unprecedented levels of control and expression, catering to musicians who seek a more intimate and responsive connection with their instrument."
~ Gearspace
"Osmose by Expressive E is a game changer for electronic performers and composers seeking a deeper level of expression."
~ Ask.Audio
"Osmose is a unique, innovative synthesizer, the instrument of choice for musicians - and not just keyboardists."
~ Audiofanzine
Reinventing Expressive Playability
Osmose introduces a new paradigm in keyboard performance with its advanced multidimensional keybed. Every key responds to velocity, press, lateral motion, and pressure beyond traditional aftertouch, enabling deeply nuanced expression previously impossible on conventional keyboards.
Powerful EaganMatrix Sound Engine
At its core is the EaganMatrix digital modular synthesis engine, developed by Haken Audio. This versatile sound engine supports a wide range of synthesis methods — from physical modeling and FM to subtractive and virtual analog — and is tailored to harness Osmose’s expressive capabilities.
Stand-Alone Synth or MPE Controller
Osmose works as a standalone synthesizer with onboard sound generation, and also as a MIDI controller with full MPE support. It integrates seamlessly with DAWs, hardware synths, and software instruments, offering flexible performance workflows.
Intuitive Interface and Performance Controls
A vibrant color display, pitch and modulation sliders, and ergonomically placed encoders make navigation and sound shaping instinctive. Two continuous pedal inputs and rich onboard effects extend expressive control.
Creative and Performative Depth
With over 500 presets, customizable macros, and deep editing potential, Osmose encourages exploration from subtle expressive nuance to expansive sonic landscapes — ideal for composers, sound designers, and live performers.
FEATURES
- Multidimensional keybed with per-note velocity, pressure, and lateral motion control
- Full MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression) support for expressive performance
- EaganMatrix digital modular synthesis engine by Haken Audio
- Over 500 factory presets with custom macro controls
- Standalone synthesizer, MPE controller, or classic MIDI controller modes
- Up to 24 voices of polyphony
- Color LCD interface with pitch and modulation sliders
- Assignable continuous pedal inputs
- Built-in effects including reverb, delay, compressor, and EQ
- USB and MIDI DIN connectivity for flexible studio integration
- Stereo line outputs and headphone output for performance workflows
Specifications
| Product Type | Expressive MPE keyboard instrument |
| Keybed | 49-key or 61-key full-size gesture-sensitive keys with three-dimensional control |
| Configurations | Standalone synthesizer, MPE controller, classic MIDI controller |
| Gestural Control | Tap, press, pitch bend, vibrato, aftertouch, pressure glide, note off, expressive arpeggiator |
| Sound Engine | EaganMatrix digital modular synthesis engine by Haken Audio |
| Polyphony | Up to 24 voices |
| Built-in Effects | Global reverb/delay/echo, compressor/drive, shelving EQ; additional effects programmable via EaganMatrix |
| Presets | 580 factory presets, up to 2048 preset slots |
| User Interface | Color LCD screen, pitch slider, modulation slider |
| Arpeggiator | Built-in expressive MPE arpeggiator |
| Pedal Inputs | 2 × continuous pedal inputs, assignable to sustain or synth parameters |
| MIDI Connectivity | DIN MIDI In, MIDI Out/Thru, USB Type-B |
| Audio Outputs | 2 × ¼″ TRS pseudo-balanced line outputs, ¼″ TRS headphone output |
| Dimensions (49-key) | 90 × 310 × 895 mm (H × D × W) / 3.5″ × 12.2″ × 35.2″ |
| Dimensions (61-key) | 90 × 310 × 1060 mm (H × D × W) / 3.5″ × 12.2″ × 41.7″ |
| Weight (49-key) | 8.3 kg / 18.4 lbs |
| Weight (61-key) | 9.5 kg / 20.9 lbs |
| Power Supply | External PSU with lockable connector, 12 V DC, 1.5 A, center positive |
| Software | Firmware updater, sound library manager, Mac/PC editor for sound creation and editing |
