With the Omega Desktop Recording Studio, Lexicon has taken a whole-system approach to desktop recording. Omega Studio is an integrated computer recording system that includes the Omega 8x4x2 USB I/O mixer, Cubase LE, and Pantheon world-class Lexicon reverb plug-in. Omega Studio contains all of the components necessary to transform your computer into a professional 24-bit recording studio.
Whether you're a guitarist, keyboard player, vocalist, instrumentalist, or an audio engineer, Omega Studio provides all the I/O mixing, recording, and effects you need to make your next project sound like it came from a professional studio.
Omega Studio Hardware
Differentiating itself from standard computer I/O boxes that are typically based on a patchbay paradigm, the Omega 8x4x2 USB I/O mixer is based on a mixer paradigm and includes input, output, and mixing functions that support a variety of tracking/monitoring applications while requiring no additional mixing hardware.
The Omega I/O mixer provides 8 inputs that are assignable in pairs to any of 4 simultaneous record channels featuring ultratransparent, high-resolution analog-to-digital converters to capture your performance with pristine 24-bit quality. 2 of the inputs feature extremely low-noise dbx mic-preamps with 48V phantom power and TRS insert points. 4 TRS active balanced line inputs accept up to +22dBu signals to allow interfacing to either unbalanced or professional high-output level-balanced equipment. Included is an S/PDIF input combined with an additional DAC for zero-latency, direct monitoring of the S/PDIF source to allow simultaneous tracking of analog and digital sources.
A high-impedance instrument input is conveniently accessible on the front panel. The Omega I/O mixer provides a peak indicator for each analog input as well as an assignable bar graph meter for signal level monitoring. By monitoring the signal at the A/D converters, you avoid the problems with software-only level monitoring that can miss clipping and ruin your track. The Omega I/O mixer also includes a fully opto-isolated MIDI input to ensure that there is no annoying ground loop hum or MIDI talk-through noise common with many I/O boxes and soundcards.
MIDI output has rock-solid synchronization to USB frame rate to support applications requiring critical sync.
Cubase LE
Your Omega system includes Steinberg's Cubase LE. From the first idea to complete compositions, Cubase is the virtual studio for all musicians and producers looking for a creative way to realize their projects. It integrates seamlessly with the Omega I/O Mixer to achieve an easy-to-use, 48-track complete recording solution that includes all of the modules that you need to track, edit, and mix your masterpiece.
Cubase LE supports up to 48 audio and 64 MIDI tracks with professional audio editing and processing features including: full automation of volume, pan, mute, and effects; MIDI score editor with advanced quantization and logical presets; up to 8 VST instruments; 2 insert and 4 effect sends per channel; and VST system link and ReWire 2 compatibility.
Lexicon Pantheon Reverb Plug-In
Designed entirely by Lexicon engineers, the Pantheon reverb plug-in offers 35 factory presets featuring 6 reverb types (hall, chamber, plate, room, ambience, and custom) controlled by an intuitive user interface with 16 editable parameters. The Lexicon name is synonymous with the world's best reverb. Pantheon continues this legacy by bringing that Lexicon sound to your projects.
Lexicon Omega Desktop Recording Studio Features:
Omega Desktop:
2 XLR microphone inputs
dbx Silver Series mic preamps
+48V phantom power
2 TRS insert inputs
4 TRS balanced/unbalanced line inputs
1/4" mono instrument input
2 TRS line outputs
MIDI Interface 5 pin DIN connectors for MIDI in and MIDI out
Coaxial RCA S/PDIF I/O
24-bit D/A and A/D conversion
Integrated multitrack recording, editing, and mixing of audio and MIDI
32 stereo audio tracks
32 plug-ins at one time
Unlimited MIDI tracks
Professional 24-bit recording, mixing, processing
Full-featured editing capabilities
DXi soft synth support
Support for custom screen layouts and keyboard shortcuts
Polish your products with the included suite of DirectX plug-ins
Apply morphing effects to your mix with the included FXPad joystick-controlled multi-effects module
Add analog synth color to your production with the included AAS Tassman SE analog synth module
Produce and burn professional quality CDs from your projects using included project-management utilities
Encode audio for internet delivery
Import general MIDI files
Unlimited realtime locate markers
Reverb Plug-In
Classic Lexicon reverb known throughout the recording world
35 factory presets, plus a powerful editor for creating additional presets
6 reverb types including Hall, Chamber, Plate, Room, Ambience, and Custom
16 user-adjustable parameters for fine tuning the reverb
Advanced yet easy-to-use interface
Floating-point DSP processing
Mono and stereo operation
16- and 24-bit compatible
Efficient CPU utilization
Sample rates up to 96kHz
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Lexicon Omega Desktop Recording Studio Specifications:
Omega Studio Hardware:
Microphone Inputs (2) Female XLR Pin 2 Hot
Input Impedance 664 ohms balanced
Phantom Power +48 Volt
EIN -118 dB @ 51dB gain (150 ohm source impedance) -120 dB A-weighted
Maximum Input Level -2 dBu (150 Ohm source impedance)
I purchased this over a year ago, have tried to get it running on several different machines with no luck. The one time that I was able to get it loaded, the USB connection was dropped and I have never been able to get it running again. It's hard to believe that a company that produced the "Pantheon" reverb would put their name on this. Unless you have some extra cash and are looking to make a donation to Mf/GC and Lexicon, save your money and buy something else, anything else.
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This should be a good product but . . .
Posted by ThreeWheelDrive from Montana on Jan 27, 2010
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: active musician
Reviewer's Play Style: blues
I have put in countless hours trying to get this piece of junk to work. The problem is the software / drivers are buggy. The interface seems to work fine, and it has great features for the money, but the drivers are erratic and because of that a lot of features do not work, period. Tech support from Lexicon SUCKS. They don't answer the phone or return calls or e-mails at all. Mine came with a very old version of CUBASE LE4 (version 2). Steinberg's web site provides an updated version 4.1.2 but it doesn't work with Windows XP. Lexicons updated driver set doesn't even load. DON'T BUY THIS PRODUCT until they provide new software with it. I have spent thousands of dollars with Musicians Friend and always been happy, but for the first time I'm going to ask for my money back on this turkey.
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After a Year of Solid Use
Posted by xfourevertruex from South FL on Dec 29, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician/Hobbyist
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock, Indie, Punk, Jazz
I've had the Lexicon Omega for just over a year now, and it has experienced CONSTANT use since day one. My computer was not designed or built for recording and/or engineering. I use the Omega both as an outboard sound card for my media computer (everything sounds great through my monitors) and for my recording needs (guitars/drums/vocals/midi/etc). Has plenty of channels to meet the needs of my bedroom studio. Has never failed or dropped connections for me (I understand a software update really helped this situation). I really have nothing but positive comments about the Omega. I use several recording suites and don't have problems routing sound in any program. The compactness of the unit is a big plus as well. The unit sits nicely atop my rack mount gear and is just tall enough to rest a set of heaphones over. Great product!
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Takes forever to figure out but worthwhile
Posted by J-MainMusic from Enfield ,CT on Nov 22, 2009
Experience w/product: I own it
Reviewer's Background: Active Musician
Reviewer's Play Style: Rock , Rap
A few months ago I purchased an AT 2020 condenser from my local music store (great mic by the way)and the clerk told me to look at the Omega. I decided to purchase it based on the fact patheon is used in over 80% of platinum recordings and Cubase actually is rated higher than Pro Tools(any version). I admit I had tons of problems at first but after I downloaded a hotfix from the Steinberg website ,I can say the combination of the sound coming from the Omega and the ablity of Cubase, make this product worth buying. Read the manuals because yes it does take time to get it working with any software and check your drivers also- you do have to to make a manual switch. Only downside to me is I wish it was more durable ,the ac and usb hook up are extremely fragile.
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Drops USB link continuously
Posted by Jason from Alabama on Oct 30, 2009
Experience w/product: I have heard about it
Reviewer's Background: Active
Reviewer's Play Style: rock and jazz
I have had numerous problems with the Cubase LE software dropping the USB link to the Omega. I can hear myself, but it simply won't put the audio onto the second recording track. I was told to tell the PC NOT to put the USB port to sleep, but that did not help. Could be a nice deal, but doesn't work.
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