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Expressive E has introduced Lounge Lizard Expressive Suite, a collection of 100 MPE presets for AAS’s physically modeled electric piano virtual instrument.

Creating MPE presets for an electric piano might strike some as odd, at first, since physical electric pianos only respond to velocity. But virtual instruments do not have the same constraints as physical ones, so MPE support lets users take the electric piano sound in new directions.

Here’s what Expressive E has to say about the new collection:

“Following the Legend HZ and Dune 3 Expressive Suite, Expressive E expands its collection of expressive sound libraries with a new collaboration—this time with Applied Acoustics Systems, creators of the industry-standard Lounge Lizard EP-5.

Built around AAS’s dual tine-and-reed-based physical modeling engine, Lounge Lizard Expressive Suite explores the full expressive range of classic 9 ’70s electric pianos, from silky, crystal-clear tine tonesto bold, organic reed textures.

Crafted entirely in-house by Expressive E’s MPE sound design team, each preset responds to the finest nuances of velocity, bend-per-note, and aftertouch, bringing unprecedented warmth and musicality to every note.”

The Lounge Lizard Expressive Suite has been fully optimized for Osmose, Expressive E’s flagship MPE synthesizer and controller, and also works seamlessly with any MPE-compatible controller — including Ableton Push 3, ROLI Seaboard, and other expressive keyboards.

Lounge Lizard Expressive Suite is available now, with intro pricing through November 19th, 2025:

• Get both Lounge Lizard & the Suite for $/€ 99.50 (regular price $/€ 199).
• Existing Lounge Lizard owners can get just the Electric Expressions sound bank for $/€ 19.99(regular price $/€ 29.99).

Today, Expressive E introduces Osmose 61, a new 61-key version of the unique keyboard synthesizer that adds an additional octave.

What they have to say about the new Osmose 61:

“With 61 keys, Osmose 61 offers greater harmonic and melodic freedom, perfect for two-handed playing, complex arrangements, and live performance.

It retains everything that made the 49-key model revolutionary: the expressive 3D keybed, MPE integration, high-end interface, and premium build quality—giving musicians the choice to stay with 49 keys or step up to 61.

Developed and fully designed by Expressive E, the Osmose keybed sets a new benchmark for MPE instruments. Every note responds with nuance to velocity, press, aftertouch, pitch bend, pressure glide, strum, vibrato, and more — making the keyboard a natural extension of the player’s hands.”

Osmose Feature Overview:

Composer Hans Zimmer has made extensive use of the original Osmose on recent soundtracks, like Dune: Part Two. His take? “You guys spent an enormous amount of time building exactly the instruments that should have been built a hundred years ago.”

Both Osmose synthesizers are powered by the EaganMatrix engine, developed by Haken Audio. This is the same engine used in Haken’s Continuum synthesizer, another electronic instrument known for its expressive synthesis control. The versatile engine supports physical modeling, FM, subtractive synthesis, and more, and features onboard reverb, delay, compressor, and EQ.

The Osmose platform has evolved quickly since its original introduced:

• The instruments now features 580 factory presets and up to 2048 preset slots.
• Expressive E has also expanded the software ecosystem around Osmose, offering a rich library of sounds through partnerships with companies such as U-He, KiloHearts, Dawesome, AAS, and Synapse Audio.
• Proprietary software explicitly designed for Osmose, including Soliste (physically modeled solo strings) and Noisy 2 (a dual-layer, noise-driven synth), is also now available.

Specifications:

• Keys: 61 full-size, fully expressive
• Polyphony: Up to 24 voices
• Gestural Control: Tap, Press, Pitch Bend, Vibrato, Aftertouch, Pressure Glide, Note Off, Expressive arpeggiator
• Sound Engine: EaganMatrix by Haken Audio
• Built-in Effects: Reverb, Delay, Compressor/Drive/2 convolution engines, pre & post reverb/delay, EQ
• Preset Management: 580 factory presets, up to 2048 preset slots
• Interface: Color LCD, 6 encoders, pitch/mod sliders, octave/preset buttons
• Pedal Inputs: 2 continuous (assignable)
• MIDI: DIN In/Out/Thru, USB Type B
• Audio Output: 2x 1/4” TRS line, 1x 1/4” TRS headphone
• Dimensions: 90 (H) × 310 (L) × 1060 (l) mm
• Weight: 9.5 kg
• Power Supply: External 12V DC, 1.5A
• Optional Accessories: Soft case with wheels (coming soon)

The Expressive E Osmose 61 is available now, priced at €1999 / $1999.

Prog icon (Dream Theater) and synthesist Jordan Rudess shared this look at 12 ways you can play more expressively with the Expressive E Osmose synthesizer.

The Osmose expands on the capabilities of standard piano-style keyboards, by providing new expressive options for individual note expression.

In this video, Rudess covers 12 exercises for exploring and practicing new expressive options.

Topics covered:

00:04 introduction

02:02 Bach invention n°4

02:57 adding inflections

06:39 adjusting sensitivity

09:51 exercise 1 playing legato & press glide part 1

11:52 exercise 1 playing legato & press glide part 2

13:26 exercise 3 finger independence

16:16 exercise 4 vibrato right hand

19:05 exercise 5 vibrato left hand

20:16 exercise 6 vibrato left & righ hand alternation

21:56 about the aftertouch

23:30 exercise 7 aftertouch on simple chords

26:55 exercise 8 aftertouch on complex chords

28:26 exercise 9 aftertouch finger independance

31:02 exercise 10 playing thirds and sixths with press glide

34:59 exercise 11 controlling pressure with precision

38:23 exercise 12 press glide as grace notes