Expressive-E Osmose CE 49-Key Multi-Dimensional MPE Keyboard Controller

Osmose CE combines Expressive E's acclaimed expressive keybed technology with Ctrl-e, a sound ecosystem built for expressive playing. At its core is the same uncompromising Osmose keybed. It can be used as a classic MIDI keyboard, while also unlocking one of the most advanced MPE playing experiences available today. Because this expressive potential opens up an entirely new creative field, Osmose CE was designed as a complete ecosystem, built to make it fluid, immediate, and usable in real-world workflows. With Ctrl-e, Expressive E's companion software developed in collaboration with leading plugin developers, musicians get access to more than 900 expressive presets, all carefully designed to respond naturally to the keybed. Combined with advanced DAW control and seamless navigation within Ctrl-e, Osmose CE creates a more connected and intuitive workflow, allowing musicians to stay focused on playing rather than on technical setup. And with features such as the expressive arpeggiator, Pressure Glide, per-note pitch control, and polyphonic aftertouch, Osmose CE doesn't just extend expressive playing; it also brings powerful new expressive possibilities to the instruments and setups musicians already use. Expressive playing in software has always been very difficult to access. Even when the sounds were inspiring, the experience was often held back by complex MPE setups, inconsistent compatibility, and complicated workflows that were too technical to be truly immediate. Osmose CE fixes that. By combining an extraordinary expressive keybed with Ctrl-e, its dedicated sound ecosystem, Osmose CE gives musicians immediate access to a large library of expressive, performance-ready sounds designed to respond naturally from the very first note. No complicated setup. No plugin-by-plugin configuration. No need to build an expressive workflow from scratch. Osmose CE makes expressive playing truly immediate, fully accessible, and far easier to integrate into real-world music creation. Osmose CE uses the exact same expressive keybed technology as the award-winning Osmose synthesizer. Same engineering. Same responsiveness. Same philosophy: music should feel like playing, not like controlling. Players can bend a single note inside a chord, add vibrato directly with their fingers, and shape phrases with the kind of nuance usually associated with acoustic or expressive instruments. Osmose CE responds not only to where a note is played, but to how it is pressed, bent, and released, turning each gesture into part of the musical performance. Osmose CE works effortlessly with Ctrl-e, the free companion software developed by Expressive E for expressive music creation. Ctrl-e is not just bonus software. It is a core part of the Osmose CE experience. Included with Osmose CE: - 900+ expressive presets - Dynamic preset browser - 8 pre-mapped macros per preset - Deep hardware/software integration Each sound is carefully designed to respond naturally to the expressive gestures of the Osmose keybed. No generic mappings. No technical setup. Just expressive sounds, ready to play. Ctrl-e gives musicians access to a curated ecosystem of expressive sound engines and partner instruments. Supported technologies and developers include: - Expressive E - Synapse Audio - AAS - Kilohearts - GForce - Dawesome - Vital Together, they provide a broad range of sonic identities and synthesis approaches, all unified in one performance-ready environment. Osmose CE is designed to work seamlessly with the setup musicians already have. It can easily switch between Ctrl-e, MPE, and traditional MIDI workflows, adapting to different playing styles and recalling dedicated setups without interrupting the creative flow. Osmose CE is designed to work naturally in both MPE and more traditional MIDI environments. With MPE-compatible instruments, it unlocks full per-note expression. But it also makes expressive playing far more accessible across many of the plugins, instruments, and hardware musicians already use every day. It's not about replacing your setup. It's about rediscovering it through more expressive playing. Osmose CE includes advanced performance tools that extend the expressive possibilities of the keyboard. A uniquely expressive arpeggiator where every note remains independent and responsive in real time, in both MPE and standard MIDI workflows. A unique performance feature that allows players to glide naturally between notes using pressure, rather than relying on fixed portamento times. Together, these tools open up a more fluid and expressive way of shaping performance directly from the keyboard. Osmose CE also includes integrated DAW controls designed to keep musicians immersed in the creative moment, without constantly reaching for a mouse or a second controller. Supported workflows include: - Transport controls - Track and device navigation - Mixer control - Macro access - Automatic DAW detection Compatible DAWs include: - Live 12+ - Cubase 15+ - Bitwig 5+ - Logic Pro 12+ With its white aluminium top, black base, and carefully engineered construction, Osmose CE is built for musicians who expect both precision and durability from the tools they use every day. Production and design are handled in Europe by the Expressive E team, ensuring close control over build quality and long-term consistency. Key Features & Technical Specifications: - Keybed: 49- or 61-key expressive keybed with per-note control - Gestural Control: Tap, Press, Pitch Bend, Vibrato, Shake, Strum, Expressive Note-Off - Software Ecosystem: Ctrl-e included - Preset Ecosystem: 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