Make Your Own Kind of Music

The Omnichord was created in 1981 with the aim of being an electronic instrument similar to an autoharp. It quickly became very popular, especially in Europe and America as a new musical instrument that anyone can enjoy, anytime, anywhere. In addition, the unique electronic sounds that are reminiscent of the 80's, and the musical expressions that can only be achieved with an Omnichord, have attracted many musicians, producers, and song writers. It not only appears in music, but also publicity photos, and has featured in the titles of songs and albums. Even when the last model bearing the Omnichord name was discontinued, its popularity remained undiminished, and in response to customer demand, Suzuki decided to release the OM-108.

Immediate accompaniment possible with simple playing techniques.

The Omnichord is an electronic musical instrument with an automatic accompaniment function (auto bass chord) and is equipped with a harp sensor (strumplate). Simply press the chord button and slide your finger on the strumplate. It's as simple as that! With very little practice, you can play accompaniment to a song almost instantly.

Play anytime, anywhere.

Although it has a built-in speaker, the Omnichord is small, lightweight, and battery-powered*. It is easy to carry and play. Connect an external amplifier and headphones and you can perform anywhere! It is perfect for practicing in the studio, performing at a live venue, or just playing a favorite song in your bedroom. *Powered by 8, AA batteries or dedicated AC adapter (both sold separately).

For those with zero musical experience and professional musicians.

The OM-108 does not have a display like many electronic musical instruments; the settings made using the buttons and knobs will sound as they are. It is an interface that is intuitive and easy to understand for those with no experience with musical instruments. At the same time, these tactile controls allow professional musicians and song writers to perform and compose in real time, while creating sounds on the panel. It can be used like a keyboard or rhythm machine, and you can also expand the tones with MIDI OUT. The attractiveness of an Omnichord is that whatever your ability or interest, you can make your own kind of music!

Optional items that make playing on the move more convenient.

• AC adapter

  Input: 100-240V

  Models: AD1-1210A (100-120V), AD3-1210A (220-240V)

  Note: The AC adapter designed for earlier Omnichords cannot be used with OM-108.

• Gig bag

  Material: Fabric, polyester

  Model: OGB-108

  Strap length: 74-135cm / 29.13 - 53.15 in. (including metal fittings)

  External dimensions: W49 x D26.5 x H10cm (19.29 x 10.43 x 3.94 in.)

  Weight: 540g (1.19lb)

  A gig bag that can also store the AC adapter and a cable. Not suitable for earlier Omnichords.

• Strap button

  Model: OSB-108

  Includes 2 strap buttons with screws.

  By installing the strap buttons to the body of the OM-108, you can attach a commercially available guitar strap.

Key Features and Specifications

1. KEYBOARD

When the keyboard button is turned on, you can play selected chord buttons like a keyboard or drum pad. A new feature allows drum pads to be assigned to the strumplate and auto-off touch pad.

2. VOICE

Equipped with 10 strumplate tones. The tones "omni1" and "omni2" are reproduced using analog circuitry, similar to the OM-84. It also features the electric piano "FM piano", popular in the 1980s, along with carefully selected tones like "celeste" and "harp" from past models. These 10 tones represent popular instruments that still resonate in today's music scene.

Available Tones: omni1, omni2, harp, celeste, A.piano, guitar, FM piano, organ, vibes, banjo.

3. RHYTHM

Features a selection of 10 rhythm patterns corresponding to various music styles. For the first time on an Omnichord, the OM-108 includes a trap beat (hip hop). While some rhythms share names with past models, many have been updated to incorporate more current patterns.

Available Rhythms: rock1, rock2, slow rock, country, swing, disco, hip hop, funk, bossanova, waltz.

4. CHORD

You can play 108 chords by pressing 1 to 3 chord buttons. The OM-108 adds "Sus4" and "add9" chords, which are frequently used in popular music.

5. Main & Sub Voice Volume

Each of the 10 tones can be layered with a second tone (Main Voice and Sub Voice), controlled individually. For example, selecting "harp" for the Main Voice and "Synth Strings" for the Sub Voice allows you to create unique sounds by adjusting the balance between them. Each Main Voice is pre-assigned with a Sub Voice that complements it.

6. STRUMPLATE

This is a major feature of the Omnichord. Sliding your finger across the strumplate while holding down a chord button plays the chord and a corresponding arpeggio across four octaves, similar to a harp.

7. SPEAKER

Allows you to turn the built-in speaker sound on or off when connecting to an external speaker. This feature addresses requests from players who wished to monitor their own sound during live performances.

8. REAL-TIME CONTROL

Integrates multiple functions to modify chord and rhythm playback, such as playing at free tempo, adding bass accompaniment, or initiating with a drum prelude.

9. MIDI OUT

Enables sending chords, strumplate, and drum performance information via MIDI OUT. Strumplate tones can be sent on two separate MIDI channels, facilitating tone layering using external MIDI sound sources.

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