Expressive E Osmose review: A game-changing MPE keyboard, but a frustrating synthesizer
The keybed is truly special, but you’ll need a PhD to design your own patches.
After a brief stint in the IT industry, Terrence made the transition to tech journalism over 15 years ago and hasn’t looked back. As managing editor of Engadget, he leads an impressive team of reporters that explore how technology permeates our society. As a writer, Terrence has done everything from reviewing laptops and phones, to writing about the influence of tech on politics. These days, he specializes in music technology including synthesizers, guitar pedals and software. He’s appeared on RT, NY1, The Brian Lehrer Show, WSJ Radio and ABC Radio. In his downtime, Terrence collects hobbies at an alarming rate. Send tips and pitches to: Terrence@Engadget.com.
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