OMNISPHERE - What is Hardware Synth Integration?

Published on Mar 27, 2019 SpectrasonicsVIDEO

"Omnisphere creator Eric Persing takes some time to answer user questions about Hardware Synth Integration. The ground-breaking new feature of the award-winning synth bridges the physical experience gap between software and hardware worlds, giving users intuitive control of Omnisphere by using the familiar layout of their hardware synth."

Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.6 Hands-On Demo

Published on Jan 27, 2019 Synthtopia

"At the 2019 NAMM Show, Spectrasonics introduced Omnisphere 2.6."

NAMM 2019 Omnisphere 2.6 With Eric Persing

Published on Jan 26, 2019 sonicstate

"Eric Persing gives us an exclusive walk through with the new Keyboard profiles and arpeggiator.
2.6 will be a free download."

Spectrasonics Releases Major Omnisphere 2.5 Update

Note Omnisphere 2.5 is the update announced back in 2018 that introduced the ability to control Omnisphere software models with and based on various hardware synths. It is now available. The press release follows:

We are happy to announce the release of a major update of our flagship software synthesizer, Omnisphere®. With the new version 2.5, Omnisphere becomes the first software synth in the world to offer a Hardware Synth Integration feature, which transforms over 30 well-known hardware synthesizers into extensive hands-on controllers that unlock Omnisphere’s newly expanded synthesis capabilities. Simply put, this ground-breaking new feature makes using Omnisphere feel just like using a hardware synth! The extensive new FREE update also features a newly announced hi-resolution interface, support for Windows Multitouch, new Granular Synthesis capabilities and a stunning new sound library of over 1000 brand new sounds, bringing the total number of included sounds to over 14,000.

Hardware Synth Integration
This remarkable innovation bridges the physical experience gap between software and hardware, giving users intuitive control of Omnisphere by using the familiar layout of their supported hardware synth. The initial release officially supports over 30 popular hardware synthesizers from Moog®, Dave Smith Instruments®, Roland®, Korg®, Novation®, Nord, Access, Studiologic, Sequential® and more to come. The supported hardware synths cover a wide range of types and price ranges for different types of users.

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Omnisphere (How to create a Sequence in the Berlin School Style)

Published on Jan 10, 2019 Biodiode - Electronic Music & Media Composer

"Head on over to https://www.biodiode.com/creating-a-s... where you can read a blog article on this short tutorial.

This is my first proper video tutorial so go easy on the feedback :) In this video I show you how I go about creating a melodic sequence in the Berlin School style. There is a little bit of music theory in as much as you need to know the difference between a Major and minor scale. I will be tackling these in a future tutorial so don't worry if you aren't up to speed on how to spot the difference."

Harpejji Jam with Deckard's Dream and friends

Published on Jan 5, 2019 therudyrude

"Jamming with the Harpejji, Digitone, Digitakt, Studio Logic Mp-117 Bass pedals on Omnisphere, Roland System 8, Linnstrument controlling the Deckard's Dream in Ventris Verb, Euclidean Circles Controlling Cwejman VM-1 Plaits, Braids and 909HH tiptop, Soma Lyra-8"

Frost Point: Roland TR8s, Octatrack, Analog 4, Waldorf Nave, Omnisphere

Published on Dec 12, 2018 Seen From Space

"The drone and strings are Omnisphere imported into the Octatrack. The Octatrack also sequences Nave on the iPad. Nave supplies the metallic-sounding arpeggios, whose timbre can be infinitely modulated with the Kaos pads. Drum samples are rolled in Logic and imported to the TR8s. The brilliant Analog Four does the rest!"

Sonic LAB: Omnisphere 2.5 Hardware Integration

Published on Oct 18, 2018 sonicstate

"Gaz and Nick pile up the synths and check out the latest Omnisphere 2.5 update which adds hardware synth profiles, recreating 20+ synths structures in software allowing hardware control of each."

Octatrack, Analog 4, TR8S - Roque de los Muchachos, La Palma

Published on Sep 11, 2018 Seen From Space

"Loops in Octatrack:
* Bass line and ambient lead - DSI Pro 2
* Ambient pad - Korg MS2000BR
* Chord riff: Access Virus C
* Piano and atonal effects: Omnisphere

Drum samples in TR8S created in Logic Pro 8. The TRE8S goes through a channel on the Octatrack, and in some scenes passes through the OT's filter and delay.

Roque de los Muchachos is the summit of the main volcano on La Palma in the Canary Islands. It's the location of one of the world's great astronomical observatories."

Omnisphere 2.5 Hardware Integration Demo At Knobcon 2018

Published on Sep 10, 2018 Synthtopia

"At Knobcon 2018, we talked with Spectrasonics product specialist Eddie Spinelli, who gave us a hands-on demo of hardware integration in Omnisphere 2.5.

Omnisphere 2.5 was originally introduced by founder Eric Persing at Superbooth, but was released a few weeks ago. Here's an in-depth look with Persing at Superbooth:"

Superbooth 2018 Omnisphere 2.5 Hands-On Demo

Published on May 4, 2018 Synthtopia

"At Superbooth 2018, we talked with Spectrasonics head Eric Persing about Omnisphere 2.5, a free update that introduces some impressive new features."

Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.5 Now Available

Introducing Omnisphere 2.5 Published on Aug 28, 2018 SpectrasonicsVIDEO

"At our Special Event at the El Rey Theater in Los Angeles, Spectrasonics Founder Eric Persing demonstrates the amazing new 2.5 update to Omnisphere - featuring the ground-breaking new Hardware Synth Integration capabilities and much more!"

Plugin Focus - Omnisphere 2.5

Published on Aug 29, 2018 Pro EMP

"In this video i walkthrough the New Omnisphere 2.5 update looking at the Hardware Synth waves and the New Granular feature."

SoundsDivine 'Special Effects' - Omnipshere 2

Published on Jun 26, 2018 SoundsDivine111

"Introducing 'Special Effects' soundset for Spectrasonics' Omnisphere 2 synthesizer.

"'Special Effects' features 200 presets for Spectrasonics's Omnisphere 2.

This soundset contains stunning ambient guitar washes , immersive aural environments , evocative vocal sounds , spectral pads , acoustic granular loops , futuristic transition effects , ethereal pads , space age soundscapes , blissed out pads and much more.

Also available as part of the 'Kompletely Omnispheric' soundset."

GLASYS - Hotel Jams & Utopia Tour

Published on Jun 21, 2018 GLASYS

"For the last couple of months I was on tour with Todd Rundgren's Utopia and it's been an incredible experience!
Here are 5 short jams I recorded live in my hotel rooms throughout the tour + some additional behind the scenes footage from my phone and fan footage from a few shows.

Catch our Jimmy Kimmel Live performance on July 9th!

Gear/software breakdown:

Jam 1: Arcadia (custom controller), Korg Microkey 2, Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2, Native Instruments Battery 4.

Jam 2: Enhancia Neova ring prototype, U-HE Tyrell, Arcadia, Microkey 2, Battery 4.

Jam 3: iPad running GeoShred, Arcadia, Omnisphere 2, Battery 4.

Jam 4: Dubreq Stylophone Gen X-1, Steinberg Retrologue, Arcadia, Microkey 2, Spectrasonics Keyscape, Omnisphere 2, Battery 4.

Jam 5: Neova prototype, Yamaha Reface CS.

Gear used on stage - DSI Prophet 6, Nord Stage 2 EX.

Thank you Jimmy Martin Jr, Joe Griesler, Ed Pinchak, Lyle Goldberg, funfamily6, Dennis Watson and 'Clayton Call Zoom video archive' for the show footage.

Huge thanks to Todd Rundgren, Willie Wilcox and Kasim Sulton for having me on this unforgettable ride.

http://www.glasysmusic.com"

SoundsDivine 'Binary Worlds 2' - Omnisphere 2

Published on Jun 18, 2018 SoundsDivine111

"Introducing 'Binary Worlds 2' soundset for Spectrasonics' Omnisphere 2 synthesizer.

http://soundsdivine.com/product/omnis..."

SoundsDivine 'Binary Worlds 1' - Omnisphere 2

Published on Jun 11, 2018 SoundsDivine111

"Introducing the 'Binary Worlds 1' soundset for Spectrasonics' Omnisphere 2 synthesizer.

http://soundsdivine.com/product/omnis..."

Superbooth 2018: Omnisphere 2.5 Update: Hardware Synthesizer Integration | SYNTH ANATOMY

Published on May 9, 2018 SYNTH ANATOMY

"At Superbooth 2018, Spectrasonics presented an update for Omnisphere 2 Synthesizer. It features a clever new hardware Synthesizer integration, new wavetables & more.

Join the Patreon page to get access to free sound content (sample & preset libraries, free plugins... & participate on exclusive giveaways) https://www.patreon.com/synthanatomy"

Luftrum 18 - Omnisphere 2 Presets by Arksun & Luftrum

Published on May 7, 2018 Luftrum1

"Arksun and Luftrum have joined synth forces to bring you 128 beautifully crafted presets for Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.

With over a year in the making, the two sound designers have aimed to create a library with less textures and soundscapes and focus more on playable presets that sit well in a mix from modern, cinematic synth keys to retro leads over layered ambient arpeggios, plucked timbres and fragile pads - sprinkled with filmscore elements and sequences.

The diversity of the presets make them widely useful across several genres whether you produce synthwave, compose music for films, make electronica, pop or ambient. All presets are sorted in official Spectrasonics categories, assigned performance controls and leaving a few dB headroom at max velocity and polyphony.

Luftrum 18 is a must-have toolbox of sparkling fresh and dynamic new sounds, but don’t just take our word for it - go ahead and watch the walkthrough, listen to the audio demos and judge for yourself!

Website: http://www.luftrum.com"

There's 20% discount until May 18, using the promo code arksunluftrumomni2 at checkout.

Superbooth 2018: Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.5 demo

Published on May 5, 2018 Future Music Magazine

"Omnisphere just got real with version 2.5. The latest free update from Spectrasonincs allows you to control the software behemoth with some well-known hardware synthesizers."

See the labels below for more.

Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.5 - Eric Persing interview #Superbooth2018

Published on May 4, 2018 cuckoomusic

"Spectrasonics is bringing Omnisphere to 2.5 with a whole new level of hardware synth integration. Wow."

Fun bits on the beginning of MIDI.

Superbooth 2018 - Spectrasonics Ominisphere 2.5

Published on May 3, 2018 sonicstate

Auto-mapping for your hardware synths. This is actually pretty interesting. In essence you can give your current hardware synths new synth engines. Yes, they are software hosted in Omnisphere, but as far as interface and interaction goes, it is your hardware. It's also worth noting some existing hardware synths require software editors to access hidden features, so this in essence allows you to access hidden synth engines? Pretty interesting when you look at it from that perspective. I wish all software synths did this. Yes you can map controls manually, but this is a little different when you think about it. Not only is it auto mapped for you, but the synth engines essentially become their hardware equivalents.

"New hardware templates allow control for similar voiced software voices within Ominsphere - its a really interesting idea and maps contrtols 1 for 1 of the hardware to Ominisphere - Eric Pering shows us what this means."