Osmose CE – A new generation of expressive MIDI controllers

Osmose CE combines Expressive E’s acclaimed expressive keybed technology with Ctrl‑e, a dedicated sound ecosystem designed for modern expressive performance. It offers musicians a deeper, more physical and nuanced way to interact with software instruments, plugins and studio setups. With full MPE support, Osmose CE unlocks true per‑note expression while also expanding the expressive possibilities of traditional MIDI workflows. Available in both 49‑key and 61‑key versions, it is built to make expressive playing feel immediate, musical and natural.

Features

• Expressive keybed with per‑note control
• Supports Tap, Press, Pitch Bend, Vibrato, Shake, Strum and Expressive Note‑Off
• Integrated Ctrl‑e sound ecosystem with 900+ expressive presets
• MPE Arpeggiator and Press Glide performance tools
• Works as MPE controller, traditional MIDI controller or DAW controller
• Smart DAW integration with transport, navigation and macro control
• Available in 49‑key and 61‑key versions
• Designed for seamless expressive workflows without complex setup

Specifications

• Keybed: 49 expressive keys with per‑note control
• Gestural Control: Tap, Press, Pitch Bend, Vibrato, Shake, Strum, Expressive Note‑Off
• Software Ecosystem: Ctrl‑e included
• Preset Library: 900+ expressive presets
• Performance Tools: MPE Arpeggiator, Press Glide
• Configurations: MPE Controller, Traditional MIDI Controller, DAW Controller
• Macro Control: 8 pre‑mapped macros per preset via Ctrl‑e
• DAW Integration: Live 12+, Cubase 15+, Bitwig 5+, Logic Pro 12+
• Interface: 7 knobs/encoders, 9 buttons, 4.3" color LCD, pitch and modulation sliders
• MIDI / Connectivity: DIN MIDI In, DIN MIDI Out/Thru, USB‑C, 2 assignable pedal inputs
• Power: USB‑C Power Delivery (5V / 3.0A)
• Build: White aluminum top, black base
• Manufacturing: Made in Poland by Expressive E
• Dimensions (H × D × W): 49‑key – 9 × 30 × 89.5 cm
• Weight: 49‑key – 10 kg

FAQ

What makes the Osmose CE keyboard unique? It uses the same expressive technology as the award‑winning Osmose synthesizer keyboard and offers per‑note control and highly responsive gesture expression.

Do I need complex MPE configuration? No. Osmose CE and Ctrl‑e are designed to work right away without plugin‑specific setup.

Does Osmose CE work with traditional MIDI instruments? Yes. It enhances expressive possibilities in both MPE and standard MIDI environments.

Do I have to use Ctrl‑e? No, but it gives you access to a large library of expressive presets and deep integration.

Which DAWs are supported? Ableton Live 12+, Cubase 15+, Bitwig 5+, and Logic Pro 12+.