GForce Oberheim OB-E
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The Essentials to Know About Oberheim OB-E Software
The Essentials to Know About Oberheim OB-E Software
- The Oberheim 8-Voice sound in software version, with an octaphonic architecture inspired by the 8 independent SEMs.
- Modern workflow: Poly, Mono, Mono Legato, Unison, and Split modes, grouped editing, copy/paste per module, and zoom on a SEM for ultra-precise adjustment.
- Advanced expressivity: modulation via velocity, aftertouch, polyphonic aftertouch, and MPE compatibility for more lively playing.
- Instant inspiration: over 700 presets in total, tagged and categorized, with librarian and arrow-key navigation.
Manufacturer Information
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What Oberheim OB-E Is For
Oberheim OB-E is a virtual instrument designed to recreate and extend the experience of the legendary 8-Voice based on SEM modules. It targets producers, composers, and sound designers seeking wide pads, analog brass, expressive leads, evolving textures, and vintage-character sequences, while benefiting from the precision and convenience of a modern plugin. Its "eight independent voices" approach provides ideal depth and stereo width for electro, synthwave, pop, scoring, and cinematic atmospheres.Main Features
Octaphonic Architecture and SEM Authenticity
At its core, OB-E replicates the SEM principle with two VCOs (Pulse and Sawtooth), ADS envelopes, LFO, and multi-mode filter. The difference lies in the assembly: eight SEMs triggered polyphonically, with behaviors and interactions that deliver that "huge" and organic sound. The round-robin mode (continuous rotation) ensures that each note uses a different voice to enhance movement and realism."Vintage" Control, Refined Detune, and Performance
Version v2 adds a Vintage knob to introduce realistic micro-musical variations, as well as a more precise Detune. Going further, OB-E includes a VCO3 per SEM that can also act as an audio-rate LFO, and extended modulation via velocity, aftertouch, polyphonic aftertouch, and MPE.Creative Sequencer, Effects, and Drum Mode
OB-E features an 8-step analog-style sequencer, a routable stereo delay, and a reverb (including a new Matrix Reverb in v2). The Drum Mode allows triggering each SEM with a dedicated key, turning the instrument into an analog percussion machine, with 10 kit presets to get started.Technical specifications
| Type | Full software | Downloadable | Yes |
| macOS | OS X (macOS 10.11.x or higher) | Compatibility | VST3, PC support, Apple Silicon Native |
| Memory (macOS) | 2 GB | Playing modes | Polyphonic, Monophonic, Mono Legato, Unison |
| Processor (macOS) | Intel or M1 Mac | ZOOM | enlargement of a SEM (front and rear panels side by side) |
| Windows | Windows 10 or higher | Group mode | simultaneous editing of all modules |
| Memory (Windows) | 2 GB | Modulations | extended velocity and aftertouch |
| Processor (Windows) | 2 GHz CPU | Interface | flexible scaling + sequencer zoom |
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Questions frequently asked
Is OB-E compatible with Apple Silicon and Windows?
Compatibility covers macOS 10.11 or higher on Intel and M1 processors, as well as Windows 10 or higher with a 2 GHz CPU. The VST3 format is supported and the application is native Apple Silicon.
How many voices and SEM modules are available?
Eight SEM modules are triggered polyphonically, each featuring two VCOs, ADS envelopes, an LFO, and a multi-mode filter. The round-robin mode cycles through voices with each played note.
Can OB-E be used with an MPE controller?
Extended modulation supports velocity, aftertouch, polyphonic aftertouch, and MPE. Each SEM also includes a VCO3 that can be used as an audio-rate LFO.
Does the built-in sequencer offer effects?
An 8-step analog sequencer is paired with a routable stereo delay and a reverb, including the Matrix Reverb added in version 2.
How does the GForce Oberheim OB-E Drum Mode work?
Drum Mode assigns one SEM module per key to play analog percussion. Ten kit presets are included for quick access to this setup. Simultaneous editing of modules remains possible via Group mode.
