Ohm Studio
- December 9, 2013
- GRAOUMF
- 120h median play time
Get on SteamOhm Studio is a collaborative Digital Audio Workstation for Steam, allowing real-time music creation and recording with friends from around the world. It features a professional-grade audio engine, support for VST plugins, and unlimited tracks. The software also offers pro-grade features such as full audio routing, automation, and a state-of-the-art UI for easy editing. With landmark FX and instruments from the audio industry, Ohm Studio provides a seamless and inspiring experience for musicians looking to create and collaborate.
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- Ohm Studio offers a unique collaborative experience, allowing musicians to work together on projects from different locations, which is a great feature for creativity.
- The software is free to use, making it accessible for beginners and those who want to experiment with music production without financial commitment.
- The community aspect is strong, with users reporting helpful interactions and support from fellow musicians, enhancing the overall experience.
- Many users experience significant technical issues, including crashes, inability to launch the software, and poor compatibility with VSTs, leading to frustration.
- The user interface is often described as clunky and confusing, making it difficult for new users to navigate and utilize the software effectively.
- The free version is heavily limited, lacking essential features and plugins, which can hinder the creative process and lead to dissatisfaction.
- music62 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music aspect of Ohm Studio is praised for its collaborative features, allowing musicians to work together remotely, which many users find enjoyable and innovative. However, the free version is criticized for its limited functionality, lack of external VST support, and a steep learning curve, leading some to recommend alternative software for serious music production. Overall, while it offers a unique platform for music creation and community engagement, users express frustration with its stability and the necessity of a paid version for more comprehensive features.
“This program is a serious game changer for my music and me.”
“It's an amazing concept for people to make music solo or together at a distance and share projects for both casual and professional use.”
“The community is very helpful, and because of its endless creativity, I recommend Ohm Studio to musicians of all skill levels.”
“I cannot attest to the paid version, but the free version of this is garbage. It has no external VST compatibility as it states, and every item but three they are trying to sell you. If you want a great pro DAW that has a free addon to contact and even jam with others, get Studio One 3. Its Studio One Prime, their free version, you need Artist and a paid plugin to use external VSTi, but it has a plethora of instruments and capabilities attached to it. Even Magix Music Maker 16, which is on Steam, is more friendly than this. To me, as a musician who uses many DAW softwares daily, this seems like a cash grab for very little. I personally wouldn't waste my time on this; there are too many free DAW softwares that are better, and their paid versions are even better than anything in these offerings.”
“The free edition hardly has any plugins, so creating a song from scratch is impossible.”
“Ultimately, as it stands, you will need to pay for a premium version if you plan on creating music regularly.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The program is generally well-received for music collaboration, but users report frequent bugs and a steep learning curve. While it offers interesting features, stability issues are a significant concern.
“A little buggy now and then and takes some time to learn how to use, but overall a fantastic program for music collaboration.”
“Interesting ideas but very buggy.”
“Buggy at times, which can be frustrating.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find humor in the lack of transparency regarding software protection requirements on the store page, suggesting that it could have deterred them from trying the game. However, the overall experience of learning to create music is described as challenging, diminishing the humor found in the initial surprise.
“It's funny that there's no mention on the store page about the software protection software needing to be installed on the Ohm Studio Steam page; otherwise, I wouldn't have bothered to try it.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of this software has been criticized for being overly aggressive, with users feeling that the free version is severely limited and primarily designed to push paid upgrades. Many reviewers suggest that there are superior free and paid alternatives available, indicating a perception that this product is more focused on profit than providing value to musicians.
“The free version of this is garbage; it has no external VST compatibility as it states, and every item except for three is something they are trying to sell you. This seems like a cash grab for very little value.”
“As a musician who uses many DAW software daily, I find this to be a cash grab. There are too many free DAW software options that are better, and their paid versions are even superior to anything offered here.”
“I cannot attest to the paid version, but the free version is disappointing. It lacks essential features and feels like a money-making scheme rather than a genuine product for musicians.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a sense of longing and anticipation regarding the software, highlighting emotional investment in its potential experiences and features, despite current financial constraints preventing access.
