Why Spectrasonics Omnisphere 2.8 Is The BEST!

Link to Omnisphere: amzn.to/44vSt0F (Amazon Affliate)
In this video I go over my first half hour with Omnisphere 2.8. Unbox the Omnisphere Boxed Version. Talk about Omnisphere's features: the Synth Engine, Oscillators, Filters, Envelopes. How to use Omnisphere's Ultra-Advanced Arpeggiator. How to Use Omnisphere's Orb. Test out Omnisphere's Granular Engine. How to use Omnisphere's Sound Lock feature. And so much more!
Omnisphere® is the flagship synthesizer of Spectrasonics - an instrument of extraordinary power and versatility. Top Artists all over the world rely on Omnisphere as an essential source of sonic inspiration. This award-winning software brings many different types of synthesis together into one amazing-sounding instrument that will spark a lifetime of exploration.
Omnisphere is the only software synth in the world to offer a Hardware Synth Integration feature. This remarkable innovation transforms over 65 well-known hardware synthesizers into extensive hands-on controllers that unlock Omnisphere’s newly expanded synthesis capabilities. Simply put, this ground-breaking feature makes using Omnisphere feel just like using a hardware synth! By bridging the physical experience gap between software and hardware, users gain intuitive control of Omnisphere by using the familiar layout of their supported hardware synth. Virtual instrument users can now experience the joy of the hardware synth workflow and hardware synth users can fully expand their capabilities into the vast sonic world of Omnisphere!
Omnisphere Includes over 14,000 sounds!
Since the beginning, Omnisphere has been the sonic weapon of choice for creative players and producers in search of next level sounds on hit records, bestselling games and Oscar-winning films. Omnisphere’s amazing sound library is constantly growing and being pushed in fresh directions by the award-winning Spectrasonics Sound Development Team.
List of Supported Hardware Synths:
Roland JD-XA
Roland JD-Xi
Roland JP-08
Roland JP-8000
Roland JU-06
Roland JUNO-106
Roland JX-03
Roland SE-02
Roland SH-01A
Roland SH-201
Roland D-50
Roland GAIA
Roland Super Jupiter
Roland System-1
Roland System-8
Roland VP-03
Korg microKorg
Korg Minilogue
Korg Minilogue XD
Korg Monologue
Korg MS-20ic
Korg MS-2000
Korg Prologue
Korg Radias
Moog Little Phatty
Moog Minitaur
Moog Sirin
Moog Slim Phatty
Moog Sub 37
Moog Subsequent 37
Moog Sub Phatty
Moog Voyager
Dave Smith Mopho
Dave Smith OB-6
Dave Smith Pro 2
Dave Smith Prophet 6
Dave Smith Prophet 8
Dave Smith Prophet 12
Dave Smith Prophet X
Dave Smith REV2
Nord Lead 1
Nord Lead 2
Nord Lead 3
Nord Lead 4
Nord Lead A1
Nord Stage 3
Nord Wave
Andromeda A6
Novation Bass Station II
Novation Circuit Mono Station
Novation MiniNova
Novation Peak
Novation Summit
Virus A
Virus B
Virus C
Virus Indigo 1
Virus Indigo 2
Virus TI
Yamaha Reface CS
Studiologic Sledge
Deepmind
Omnisphere New Hardware Sound Library
Omnisphere includes a stunning new “Hardware Library” with over 1,600 new patches created by Eric Persing and the renowned Spectrasonics Sound Development team. Each hardware profile has a corresponding set of sounds in the Hardware Library which were specially designed using that hardware synth as an Omnisphere controller. These inspiring new sounds feature a wide range of categories and many have a distinctly ‘classic’ flavor! Notably, this update takes Eric’s classic sound design work from the original 1987 Roland D-50 into completely new sonic territory with Omnisphere’s vast synthesis capabilities. Best of all, the new sounds are available for ALL users, regardless of using the hardware or not!
0:00 Intro
1:23 Why Omnisphere
3:07 Unboxing
5:30 Hardware Integration
6:35 Default Patch
7:07 EDM Spotlight
8:04 Arpeggiator Overview
8:57 Arp Presets
10:01 The Orb
10:57 Recording The Orb
11:23 The Effects
15:52 Preset Morphing
20:24 Throwing The Orb
21:02 My Final Thoughts
More On Omnisphere:
Omnisphere Greatly Enhanced Arpeggiator
• New Humanity and Life controls!
• New Presets Library
• New Strumming Modifiers
• Chord Voicings
• Pitch Slides
• Step Dividers
• Capture MIDI Files!
Omnisphere Audio Import
You can use your own audio file as a soundsource in Omnisphere, simply by dragging it onto the interface! Go wild with using the new Granular Synthesis, Harmonia, Innerspace and many other creative tools inside Omnisphere!
Omnisphere High Resolution Interface
Omnisphere supports a newly redesigned, high resolution interface with support for HiDPI displays. The modernized GUI is now easier to use and resizable to fit comfortably into your workspace.
Omnisphere Sonic Extensions
Available separately, Sonic Extensions are a new brand of innovative expansion products built by Spectrasonics. Each extension introduces a completely new experience for Omnisphere by expanding its capabilities with special features, new effects and new sounds.

[@WaveBits]

Link for Omnisphere: amzn.to/44vSt0F (Amazon Affliate)

[@lilkingleo]

I had this on my wishlist since 2016 just finally bought it today 🤣

[@hostilesavage4299]

Finally a review telling the truth... so many YT producer channels are always telling lies about why you should not use omnisphere despite the fact that it is the top tier of synths. Omnisphere is literally the synth of all synths... thats for sure. Great review.

[@MaximusWhyman]

Most channels that criticize Omnisphere don’t fully understand it. It is overwhelming. If you were looking though presets there are so many that I can see someone being put off by all the cinematic sounds. The sonic extensions are like buying another synth. I have the Seismic Shock one, and it is huge sounding.

[@TheRealCalijokes01]

I felt same way but why are hating?

[@MaximusWhyman]

@@TheRealCalijokes01 no hate, just a valid opinion.

[@truman90]

Maybe they don't know how to use properly Omnisphere

[@ProducedI]

I think they make those vids hating on omnisphere just to be different and to get more views. People that say xpand is better than omnisphere are crazy I immediately dislike the vid and just stop watching it

[@QuantumSynths1]

I own most softsynths but for me, what sets Omnisphere apart is the amazing quality of the synth waveforms. The raw sound is incredible.

[@ktreier]

Omnisphere 2 was the second VST synth I bought. Still exploring and discovering years later.

[@artysanmobile]

I’m floored by the effects quality. In a class of its own. Like having Eventide hardware.

[@sub-jec-tiv]

And it’s pretty light on CPU, for what it’s doing

[@830jkl]

I hardly ever create a song without using omnisphere, even since it was atmosphere 🎹❤️

[@HiFi-Yeah]

The thing is that Omnisphere is a real pro studio tool, in use all over the world by the big artist names and production houses. And of course it’s priced accordingly for that market. I differentiate this from the “plugin kids” market of hobbyist toys with flashy user interfaces, but lacking in the fundamentals we need in studio use.

[@iKohnMusic]

Woow. This sounds amazing. Grabbing a copy within the next 2 weeks. You sold me on it. Great review

[@itinerantghost]

It does sound amazing, great overview!

[@SoundtrackAudioCom]

Had it since the day v.1 came out and it's still the only soft-synth I'll ever need. Nothing even comes vaguely close to this behemouth of a synth.

[@chriswilson4466]

I ordered Omnisphere today and it arrives on Friday. I primarily use Falcon 2 and Equator 2, but I think this will quickly become a go to source for sound creation.

[@WaveBits]

Awesome! Also take a look at the Sonic Extensions. Just started digging into them today and wow.. Def takes Omnisphere to another level. I pretty much use Omnisphere, Serum, and Arcade for the majority of my sound generation now.

[@QuantumSynths1]

Would love to see more Omnisphere videos. Thanks!

[@ActualKaktus]

Omnisphere is so addictive and very easy to learn. Multis and imported samples are so much fun.

[@TheRealCalijokes01]

Me 2 just got box version I’m ready to learn this baby-I’m same reason you said wanted to wait to my journey was ready and I’m ready baby

[@jclosed2516]

A little late to react, but it's nice to see another happy Omnisphere user. I am a long time user of Omnisphere (I bought it when it not even was version 2), and I still use it on a almost daily base. So far I have 3 synths from Spectrasonics: Omnisphere 2.8, Trilian and StylusRMX. And those are the most used synths in my stable. The only other soft synth I use very much besides the Spectrasonic ones, is HALion 6. That's a beast on it's own. I was dubbing between Falcon and HALion, but the last one clearly suits my needs by a large margin (I still have some eyes on U-he Zebra though). I certainly going to buy more stuff from Spectrasonics in the near future. If that will be one or more of those Sonic Extensions, of Keyscape depends a bit on my needs. I will probably buy both in the long therm, but it's a difficult choice witch one will be first. Anyway - Are you still a happy user after two months of use? I really hope so...

[@WaveBits]

Def, after a couple months it’s my favorite software synth to date! The Sonic Extensions are really useful and fun. Always something just right for a project in one of them. Followed by Serum, and then the Arturia V9 Collection since the Sale through NI shrsl.com/3vq7e - been using a lot of the JUN -6V synth modeled after the Juno-6. Love the arps of the 6V. Lots of great software. New sounds to explore. Always a joy to use.

[@burongaroso2538]

Omni + Soundpaint FTW !

[@sub-jec-tiv]

19:30 MEAN i love it! People need to learn Omnisphere for themselves and stop relying on presets. Once you learn it, it’s an insane playground.

[@thewizrdofoz1]

Nice content bro. I really enjoyed watching 🔥🔥

[@WaveBits]

Appreciate it!

[@farmersuiticles]

I've subscribed. Good arguments well made. ;)

[@RagnaroK81X]

Best thing for music creation and production ewer created period!

[@itscarlito]

I almost cried because of how beautiful this is. Decent!

[@julianhigginson5946]

Omnisphere is a crackin synth great for inspiration and all things 👍

[@tigress1girl]

13:06 interesting sound

[@DJGlashammer]

I also own Omnisphere and this synth is just bomb. The only criticism I have is that it feels so heavy. of course everything runs super fast and cool. nevertheless, he likes to radiate the feeling of heaviness for me because he can do everything 😂👍

[@WaveBits]

I hear ya 😄 Can’t wait to try Sonic Extensions. Love the genre focus, also the Custom Controls/New FX

[@DJGlashammer]

@@WaveBits Oh yes. I had already watched the demo videos for it. very convincing. but the price of €150 is also convincing. there are so many good toys for this amount that can do something. as always, it remains difficult in the VST world 😄

[@RaquelFoster]

If you like Omnisphere you should check out one of the old PCM synths. Eric Persing made tons of patches for everything from the D-50 -> JD-800 -> JD-990 -> JV-1080 -> JV-2080 -> XV-5080. The D-50 had two waveforms per patch, but everything after that was 4-layer. They all have a lot of similarities. The XV-5080 is 32-part multitimbral with two LFOs and multiple envelopes per layer, and 3 global FX sends + chorus/reverb... so that's about 132 LFOs at once. The funny thing is that Roland never had an arpeggiator even on the Integra 7. It's cool that they added one to Omnisphere. And all the E-Mu rack synths are like being in a different world where Eric Persing was replaced by Depeche Mode and a bunch of nerds making patches for the Emulator II on floppy disks, and it evolved into rack synths with a market split between hip-hop producers and UK movie/TV/video game music producers. There's no version of Omisphere for that world, though. Just really bad sample libraries trying to play the patches with no modulation.

[@julianmartin7502]

What a marvelous creation such a deep and rich sound, limitless, expansive and multidimensional. Few instruments I know have achieved this kind of depth and mastery of sound. Nonetheless don’t people think it is such a great shame that just very few people in our living time get to use and play this hugely marvelous human creation? I’m not a musician but an instrument than would be played just by a very few cos of its restrictive price range where it can go? It’ll be mostly unheard. Imagine what great music could be done with it if it would be accessible to those musicians out there? What it bothers me the most is that quite a bit of the underpinning technologies and knowledge behind the hood are concepts and ideas that we inherited from the past FOR FREE like math’s, algebra, geometry, sound design just to mention a few. I mean is just sad and unfair that marvelous things like this instrument are locked away for most of us cos we don’t have the means to afford it.

[@NNokia-jz6jb]

Got buy a hardware synth, way more expensive.

[@amphitheatre]

omnisphere is old, outdated... and it STILL surprises me every time i use it. i.e. all these edm patches I've never liked but you made some of these presets sound good

[@TheAtheistworld]

Guys. But is there a synth with RANDOM generator of sounds/patches/pads that randomly creates a synth sound of various complexity, so I don’t have to create it from scratch. And if I like that randomly generated sound/patch I can further edit/modify it and save it for future use. I guess it would be some kind of FM synth etc. Right? Thnxx❤

[@issiewizzie]

try the multi mode that's where the power is ...

[@Acoustic-Rabbit-Hole]

Dear, WaveBits. This is possibly important. I am a person who sees a color-shape for note. These perceptions have led me down a vast rabbit-hole of research and experimentation into the nature of hearing. I wound up created alternate circle of 5th charts, a Honey-comb keyboard to read my music, as well developing what I call my Theory of Pitch Psychology. I was actually tuning to A-432 Hz reference pitch even before computers could do eMail. ANYWAY, pitch is extremely important to my work. Money is no object, but do you recommend me starting with Logic (i'm experienced with computer DAWS), or jump into Omnisphere. There is this intellectual who recently created was might be the ultimate fix to equal temperament. He calls it Precise Temperament, and it sound amazing. So, my goal is to combine this with the Hermode tunig setting on Logic or Omnisphere. It seems like a no-brainer to just get Omnisphere for Mac, but I'm afraid it might be overkill. Also, do you think it would be beneficial to have both programs? - Signed, "Desperately Seeing Muses," at _The Acoustic Rabbit Hole_

[@CannedFunkMusic]

I wonder if you can use the effects within your daw from Omnisphere, because they sound better than most effects I've heard in actual DAWs.

[@amunahm3324]

How do you think about this in comparison to U-he, Native Instruments, Arturia, and UVI? You said it better than everything else you had, but what other syns do you have?

[@WaveBits]

Hey Amunah! I have every synth you mentioned except UVI. And I enjoy different aspects of each of them. Overall Omnisphere and Serum have been the two synths used most in the tracks I plan on putting out publicly. Both Omnisphere and Serum just feel and work right for me. It’s going to be different for each music maker, but I find Omnisphere’s expansive sounds, Sonic Extensions, and deep capabilities make it the strongest among them all. Serum is fantastic for all my bread and butter sounds. Native Instruments is great for Sampled Libraries, Drum Expansions, and Play Series Instruments. Arturia is amazing for legendary synths and sounds with a modern twist. All have their unique benefits! I just got the chance to start using Arturia’s V9 Collection recently and I’m impressed with the new JUN-6V. It’s in my newest track a lot for its beautiful arp sounds. I’m grateful for all these products and I never feel lacking for inspiring sounds. But it’s important to be super selective on what sounds right for YOU. I’ve watched hundreds of hours of reviews, tutorials, and promo videos over the years to find the plugins that personally work best for what I want out of music. It’s important to be decisive and experimental at every stage, always exploring but deciding what it actually is that you like from these products unique workflow, features, and sound sets. Hope this helps!

[@amunahm3324]

@@WaveBits Omnisphere seems to be the most flexible syn, in terms of ability to tweak the sounds. I don't have Serum, but will check it out. Thank you so much for your time and your video!

[@ZETONEproductions]

I have omnisphere and its very powerful ,, but I must say that falcon and Uvi stuff is on par and even above in some areas ,,

[@issiewizzie]

I've had my omnispare now for 6 years its always my Go-to in terms of cost NI Komplete (even on sale ) is my most expensive then UVI falcon suite . My omnisphere 2 cost $320 . if you shop around it's far cheaper.

[@cm16533]

Wow how did you find it at that price? Any sites you can point me to browse?

[@issiewizzie]

@@cm16533 In the uk where I am its £319 in vat (Just googled it)

[@chandeleerjet5637]

Coming from hardware I couldn’t believe the price of omnisphere and all that it offers. I mean if you paid for a product by the hours put into it, it might be the most expensive instrument of all time. I know software is easily duplicated but for anybody wondering if it’s worth it, without question it is. I would have paid $1,000 for it.

[@burninglcd]

Careful, might give Spectrasonics an idea 😂

[@OleksiiSafonov]

HI:) Is it good for m1,m2? thank you.

[@dver89]

Omnisphere runs with no issues on my M1 macbook air

[@2seriouzz]

over powered stuff right there

[@artysanmobile]

Here’s a newbie question. Does Omnisphere support user samples?

[@WaveBits]

Yes! You can load user samples and run your samples through all the FX 👍🏻 Also “The User Audio import feature allows users to add their own audio and manipulate it by taking advantage of Omnisphere’s powerful synthesis capabilities.”

[@WaveBits]

For more info on User Audio: support.spectrasonics.net/manual/Omnisphere2/25/en/topic/concepts-header-page03a

[@artysanmobile]

@@WaveBits Thank you so much for your assistance. It is much appreciated!

[@partlysimpson5154]

What MacBook Pro is on that video, how much ram ?

[@WaveBits]

15-inch, Mid 2014 2.5 GHz Quad-Core Intel i7 16 GB 1600 MHz DDR3

[@partlysimpson5154]

@@WaveBits and still runs tracks in logic?

[@WaveBits]

@@partlysimpson5154 I use Logic Pro 10.7.4 and it handles multiple tracks if that's what you mean

[@partlysimpson5154]

Did sawtooth sounded analog? INIT preset 😵‍💫

[@WaveBits]

Whatcha mean?

[@leejohnson197733]

I have been considering getting this for year's but thr price always puts me off and I only work with dance music so the videos and tutorials never really sold me. I am still considering this or triton

[@WaveBits]

Hey Lee, The price is high and never comes down. But Omnisphere is great for Dance! The catalog of sounds it contains is very robust. My biggest realizations with using Omnisphere since November is the level of fidelity and quality of sounds in Omnisphere. Because it combines Samples from very unique Sources, as well as Analog and Virtual Synthesis with a big library of built-in fx you get a tool that is capable virtually anything. The Browser is handy for creating Projects within Omnisphere to help you sort your favorite Sounds as you explore the he vast array of Omnisphere patches. I have also thoroughly enjoyed the new Sonic Extensions, between Nylon Sky, Unclean Machine, Undercurrent and Seismic Shock these are some of the most colorful and rich Patches I’ve ever played. If you consider getting Omnisphere, def look at Interest-free Payment Splits you can use. I use Payment Splits all the time when investing in expensive Plugins and Gear. zZounds has this option to break up total cost and split it in 4 payments for the boxed version: www.zzounds.com/a--3979391/item--SPCOMNISPHERE2 My biggest advice is to spend hours watching videos and listening to demos wherever you can find them. Tutorials can be hit or miss, because it is an expensive and robust tool. But I find Omnisphere my most prized tool to date! Hope this helps ❤️

[@leejohnson197733]

@@WaveBits thank you that does help, the only thing that does put me off is i havent really seen many videos showing off sounds that are suitable for deep house, rhodes, heavy moog bass or round bass sounds, organs etc, it comes over as a cinematic and orchestra focus plug in, i am probably wrong but this is my impression

[@mekosmowski]

Sweetwater looks like it'll do 24 monthly payments no interest if that matters to anyone.

[@leejohnson197733]

@@mekosmowski good to know cheers

[@user-ey1gg9ny4j]

9:42

[@blossom_rx]

500 DSP waveforms!!! I can't believe it, it says right on the box, they are in there. They are not normal waveforms, no! They are specialized DSP waveforms. I can't fathom this level of innovation. Also we still ship our digital product in a box... because the user needs to know that they "really have something serious here"... I mean, like a real product to put your hands on. And it get's even more serious because of the totally serious plastic seal we've serously put on our serious box.

[@user-ey1gg9ny4j]

17:20

[@Flashback_Jack]

That looks like a solid state drive. Not the best option for longterm storage. I'd suggest copying all 65 gigs to a spindle drive. Also, is your Macbook Pro an M1 or M2 model?

[@vaiman7777]

SSD is fine, especially for library data. Reads only. I’ve 6x 3TB ones.

[@Flashback_Jack]

@@vaiman7777 I mean, if you no longer value your data after about two or three years, by all means. SSDs depend on electrical charges to keep their data intact, and they lose it gradually over time. SSDs are terrible for longterm storage. Ever plug an old flash drive into your computer and it fails to recognize it, and you knew for a fact you had data on it? Basically the same thing.

[@vaiman7777]

@@Flashback_Jack Nonsense, I work with SANs all day. And you realise library data is easily replaced in a DR situation?

[@justinjones2595]

Will start to catch this video on your channel, but a little disappointed. I didn’t see a lot more Contant on ominsphere after you said it was gonna be a main stay on your channel.

[@WaveBits]

Omnisphere is still my favorite sound generator overall, but there's this unexplainable experience I have with it... it's the breadth and depth of options functionally and preset-wise that make it a task to incorporate when I'm inspired in the moment and riffing on the spot. I find it hard to nail down and get the upper hand with it. I find I'm using Teletone Audio plugins a lot more lately. I like that each of their instruments really focuses on the most inspiring set of 50-70 presets per instrument, making it feel more graspable and inspiring in the moment. Hope that makes sense!

[@michaeludeze8470]

"Apple of Synths." What does that even mean?

[@WaveBits]

It means everything is refined to be as enjoyable as possible for the user. As someone who worked at Apple, everything in the customer experience is carefully considered. From the discovery experience, purchasing experience, unboxing experience, and lifetime user experience - it’s all about becoming an owner of a solid brand. Apple is about making products that enrich people’s lives. I feel this way about Omnisphere and Spectrasonics in regards to how they and this product inspires and helps music makers!

[@Heisenberg2097]

At that price point... i recommend anyone to rather buy an NI MAScHINE MK3.

[@WaveBits]

I have both and I’d prob pick Omnisphere still. Maschine is long overdue for an update - you can’t even record direct-to-timeline with audio in Maschine, it only has step automation, no vector/curves. Very outdated.

[@f00kwhiteblackracismwarsh07]

unless you are good at sound design, i don't think it's made for Trap genre in mind. So many of the sounds sound like dance genre.

[@Wampus]

shillemotry

[@user-ju4wr6cg7i]

😂 I'm still using atmosphere with a wrap around. I love resampling some of the pads esp in amigo, but I'm still using an EMU E5000 ultra as well, it's long but weighty

[@Debilletsplays]

I wish that people who cant afford it would able to get it at a resonable price. Why do companies keep giving expensive things like these plugins to people that can clearly afford them for free? I guess you have to make it to make it?? how does that make sense?