Spectrasonics Omnisphere has been a cornerstone of modern music production for nearly two decades, celebrated for its powerful hybrid synthesis engine and expansive sound library. Omnisphere 3 elevates the experience with thousands of new sounds, intelligent adaptive global controls, and inspiring patch mutation tools. Alongside an expanded array of synthesis features and deeply sampled sound sources, it now offers vastly improved hardware integration with synths and controllers from all major manufacturers. The updated effects library adds more than 35 new processors, all available inside your DAW via the Omnisphere FX Rack plug-in. With a redesigned Full Browser and streamlined organization tools, Omnisphere 3 makes it easier than ever to find and shape the perfect sound for music, film, and game production.
Omnisphere 3 introduces a massive new factory collection spanning 18 libraries and thousands of expertly crafted sounds from Spectrasonics’ award-winning sound design team. All classic Omnisphere patches have been refreshed and remastered to take advantage of version 3’s enhanced features and effects. The library is carefully organized by sound type and usage, making it quick and intuitive to find exactly what you need. Despite the huge expansion, advanced lossless optimization technology ensures the library requires no additional storage compared to the previous version.
Adaptive Global Controls in Omnisphere 3 let you reshape any patch instantly using Tone, Ambience, Filter, Envelope, Vibrato, and Unison parameters. These smart controls analyze each sound automatically, delivering musical results in seconds. Patch Mutations further expand creative possibilities, generating unique variations ranging from subtle refinements to dramatic transformations, making sound design faster and more inspiring than ever.
Omnisphere 3 significantly expands its synthesis engine with powerful new sound design tools. Quadzone modulation enables complex timbral movement across four independently controlled layers, while the upgraded filter section adds 36 new filter types across seven sonic flavors, complete with authentic modeled saturation. Additional features include a polyphonic dual frequency shifter, Oscillator Drift for analog-style instability, new EDM wavetables, advanced Unison controls, vintage-inspired portamento curves, CS80-style glissando, and full MPE support. Deeply sampled acoustic sources complement the synthesis engine, delivering a rich blend of realism and futuristic sound design potential.
Omnisphere pioneered Hardware Synth Integration, and version 3 expands this groundbreaking feature to support instruments and controllers from all major brands. With over 300 hardware profiles, Omnisphere 3 turns compatible synths into intuitive hands-on controllers, bridging the gap between software flexibility and hardware familiarity for a seamless creative workflow.
Omnisphere 3 includes more than 35 new effects, with up to 16 effects available per patch. The expanded collection covers everything from lush reverbs and creative delays to powerful modulation, dynamics, EQ, distortion, and experimental sound-mangling processors. Vintage-inspired compressors, console-style EQs, and unique creative tools provide endless tonal shaping options. All effects can also be used in your DAW via the Omnisphere FX Rack plug-in, extending Omnisphere’s sonic power beyond the instrument itself.
The redesigned Full Browser makes navigating Omnisphere 3’s vast library faster and more intuitive than ever. Subcategories, a Directory Tree interface, and a Hide function streamline sound discovery, while new library imagery and simplified tagging with Keywords and Moods improve workflow. Full backward compatibility ensures seamless integration with previous Omnisphere projects.
Omnisphere is Spectrasonics’ flagship synthesizer, renowned for its extraordinary power, versatility, and inspiring sound design capabilities. Trusted by top artists worldwide, this award-winning instrument unites multiple forms of synthesis into one breathtaking creative tool built for a lifetime of sonic exploration.
Omnisphere 3 dramatically expands its sonic palette while maintaining efficient storage. The new factory collection delivers a wealth of fresh inspiration, and the carefully curated structure ensures you can find exactly what you need in seconds.
These smart performance tools make deep sound customization fast and intuitive, helping you reshape sounds creatively without complex programming.
Omnisphere 3 pushes synthesis further than ever, blending cutting-edge digital design with deeply sampled acoustic sources for limitless sonic possibilities.
Hardware Integration transforms compatible synths and controllers into hands-on Omnisphere control surfaces, merging tactile performance with software power.
With up to 16 effects per patch and the included Omnisphere FX Rack plug-in for DAW use, Omnisphere’s processing power rivals dedicated studio gear.
The updated interface makes navigating Omnisphere’s enormous library faster and more intuitive than ever.
General: 2.4 GHz+ CPU, 8GB RAM minimum (16GB recommended), 64GB free storage.
Mac: macOS 13 Ventura or higher, AU/VST2/VST3/AAX host, Intel or Apple Silicon, 64-bit.
Windows: Windows 10 or higher, VST2/VST3/AAX host, 64-bit.
| Software Type | Synth and Effects Collection |
|---|---|
| Platform | Mac, PC |
| Upgrade/Full | Full |
| Download/Boxed | Boxed (USB installation drive included) |
| Bit Depth | 64-bit |
| Plug-in Formats | Standalone, AAX, AU, VST |
| Additional Compatibility | MPE |
| Hardware Requirements - Mac | 2.4 GHz or higher processor, 8 GB RAM |
| Hardware Requirements - PC | 2.4 GHz or higher processor, 8 GB RAM |
| OS Requirements - Mac | macOS 13 or later |
| OS Requirements - PC | Windows 10 or later |
| Manufacturer Part Number | OMNI3 UPC: 835948000252 |