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Expressive E’s Osmose: Unlocking MPE Expression in Software Synths

Expressive E’s Osmose isn’t just another MIDI controller—it’s a flagship MPE keyboard designed to inject unprecedented nuance and physicality into software synth workflows. In this detailed tutorial, Expressive E (with Josh Madoff at the helm) demonstrates how Osmose bridges the gap between tactile performance and digital sound design, focusing on MPE-compatible plugins and the company’s own Expressive Suite. The video moves from setup basics through hands-on mapping, then into a showcase of tailored presets and even creative hacks for non-MPE synths. For anyone interested in the architecture of expressive control, this is a deep dive into how Osmose can transform

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