Ableton Live - Omni 2

Omni is an Ableton Live device that recreates the sound of the Suzuki Omnichord, an electronic autoharp introduced in 1981. Used by artists like David Bowie, Brian Eno, and Gorillaz, the Omnichord is known for its strummed arpeggios and organ-like tones. Omni brings this classic instrument into Ableton Live, offering the Omnichord’s charm with added flexibility.

Omni expands on the original’s features with a range of Ableton Racks. The Omni Strum rack arpeggiates any chord like an Omnichord, while Triads and Sevenths racks trigger diatonic chord strums. Synced racks keep strum speed locked to tempo, and Organ racks replicate the original chord buttons. Drum and bass loops capture the Omnichord’s built-in rhythms, and MIDI Effect Racks let you apply its strumming style to any sound.

With Omni, you can experience the Omnichord’s unique playability without the rarity and high prices of the hardware. The device keeps the nostalgic sound intact while integrating seamlessly into modern production setups. Requires Ableton Live 11 or later.