Ohm Studio

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Ohm Studio is a single player action game. It was developed by GRAOUMF and was released on December 9, 2013. It received neutral reviews from players.

DAWs on SteamOhm Studio is a Digital Audio Workstation. For more information on DAWs please read our DAW FAQ. About the SoftwareOhm Studio is the first real-time, pro-grade collaborative digital audio workstation. Record seamlessly with distant friends and meet other Steam musicians. Learn from them, teach to them, get inspired with them... or just invite your band to get that demo/commercial pr…

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Free to Play

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 199 reviews

music15 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

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 interface is intuitive and user-friendly, making it accessible for beginners who want to experiment with music production.
The community aspect is strong, with helpful users and a supportive environment for learning and sharing music.

The software is plagued by technical issues, including frequent crashes and failure to launch, rendering it nearly unusable for many users.
The free version is very limited, lacking essential features and plugins, which can be frustrating for those looking to create music without spending money.
There are significant compatibility issues with VSTs and audio interfaces, leading to a poor recording quality and a clunky user experience.

music
65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music aspect of Ohm Studio is praised for its collaborative features, allowing musicians to work together remotely and share projects easily, making it a great tool for both casual and serious music creation. However, many users criticize the free version for its limited capabilities, lack of external VST support, and the necessity of a paid subscription for more advanced features, leading some to recommend alternative DAWs. Overall, while it offers a unique community-driven experience, the software's stability and functionality leave room for improvement.
- “A great social program for all music lovers.”
- “It's an amazing concept for people to make music solo or together at a distance and share projects, both for casual and professional use.”
- “Collaborating and meeting musicians from around the world is quick and easy.”
- “Ohm Studio is the music software equivalent of a pay-to-win game.”
- “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 add-on to contact and even jam with others, get Studio One 3. Its free version, Studio One Prime, is much better. There are too many free DAW software options that are better, and their paid versions are even better than anything in these offerings.”
- “Ultimately, as it stands, you will need to pay for a premium version if you plan on creating music regularly.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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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.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of this software has been criticized for being overly aggressive, with users feeling that the free version is inadequate and heavily restricted, pushing them towards costly upgrades for essential features. 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. As a musician who uses many DAW software 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 software options that are better.”
- “If you want a great professional DAW that has a free add-on to contact and even jam with others, get Studio One 3. Their free version, Studio One Prime, is far superior. You need the Artist version 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 user-friendly than this. The monetization strategy here feels exploitative, especially when there are so many better free and paid alternatives available.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is noted to be somewhat ironic, as users find it amusing that the store page fails to mention the requirement for software protection, which could deter potential players. However, the overall experience is marred by the complexity of the game, leading to a sentiment that the humor does not compensate for the steep learning curve.
- “It is funny that there is no mention on the store page about the software protection software needing to be installed on the Ohm Studio Steam page, or I would have not bothered to try it.”
emotional
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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.