No demos as yet, but general details are on the Wersi Website.

https://www.wersi.net/en/en-oax-open-art-extended/en-oax-v3-0/

Enjoy

Bill

Bill

What is the big differences between WERSI OAX1 and the big three which are Yamaha, Korg and Ketron ?

Thanks Bill
Ron

OAX1 is an organ with arranger features and is exactly the same as all the other organs in the range.
The big 3 are dedicated arrangers that require plenty of workarounds if you want to add pedals and 2nd keyboard to operate like an organ. (An organ OS is way more flexible for using multi-keyboards and pedals)
With OAX you are also not limited to a limited number of sound layers for the right/left hand, as you have 16 sound layers which can be assigned to any manual you like. (All sounds have their own settings including key range)
OAX is a software-based instrument, so new features and sounds etc. can be added without needing to change the instrument. (OAX is over 10yrs old and early models can be upgraded to the latest versions via software, (Pretty much everyone that owns an OAX instrument has already done that over time) which up until V3.00 have been completely free)
The Real Drums (Audio drum loops) use standard REX files, so you can edit and change them in an external DAW.
OAX also has a VST Host built in, so you can use pro sound and effect VSTs as if they were always part of the instrument.
The downside is that as the organ world is a niche market (The arranger market is also Fastly approaching niche) manufactures have to charge more to make a profit.

Bill

Hi Bill,

Thanks for summarizing the unique capabilities of the Wersi SONIC OAX1 Arranger/Organ

I see this flagship arranger sells for $7,455.


https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/Wersi-SONIC-Keyboard-OAX1-High-Gloss-White/art-KEY0004554-000


I had no clue that this arranger could layer up to 16 voices!

I have never seen a Wersi OAX1 in person and would like to learn more about this instrument. You are the expert.

I was wondering your thoughts if someone decided to combine a state of the art Synthesizer Workstation with a state of the art Arranger Workstation.

Let’s consider a specific example:

One can purchase the Korg KRONO3 88-key Workstation for $3,600.


https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Kronos388--korg-kronos-3-88-key-music-workstation


This can layer up to 16 Internal or External voices in Combination Mode.
You get 1505 factory multi-samples and can purchase more Sample Libraries at:


https://korg.shop/sound-libraries.html


This gives you access the entire Korg Sound Library.

Ideally, one would purchase this sturdy K&M 18953 Table Style Stage Piano Stand for $138 to support the 88-Key KRONOS 3.


https://www.thomannmusic.com/km_18953.htm


Next, one can purchase the 76-key Yamaha GENOS 2 flagship Arranger for $5,700.


https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Genos2--yamaha-genos2-76-key-arranger-workstation


You would have access to 1990 Voices and 800 Accompaniment Styles which are amongst the best in the industry.

Of course, one would need to purchase this K&M 18952 Stacker for $46 to support the GENOS 2.


https://www.thomannmusic.com/km_18952_aufsatz.htm


The semi-weighted synth action keys on the GENOS 2 are perfect for playing the Organ while the weighted 88-keys on the KRONOS 3 are perfect for playing the Piano.

The total price of this dual manual contraption comes out to be $3,600 + $138 + $5,700 + $46 = $9,484.

This encapsulates the best of KORG and YAMAHA.

How would you compare this setup against the Wersi OAX1?

Best,

David

Great combination, however, it does require a lot of setup and Indepth knowledge of Midi and Audio to get it working. (Plus, I don't think the other half would allow it in the lounge)

Don't forget you need a pedalboard to get the best from an organ.

If you don't want to add the Wersi 76 note semi weighted lower manual (The OAX1 just drops on top and looks like it is one), you can get an 88 note Midi Piano keyboard and use this instead. (Again, this would allow the ability to have the keyboards closer together (You don't have to leave a gap to see the screen or buttons as there are none) making playing easier.

When playing organ most of the style parts are turned off (Sometimes only the drums are used) as fancy styles just get in the way of your playing, plus a Yamaha style convertor is a low-cost Activation (Option) that will allow you to use all your Yamaha styles directly in the OAX1. (Also, as it uses the Wersi designed sounds, it all sounds cohesive rather than as if something has been tagged on)

Sound wise, whatever you want, there is a VST out there that will provide it.

You only have one screen and set of buttons to worry about when playing.

Which is better for you, only you can decide, that's the beauty of having flexible options.

Bill

Hi Bill,

I agree that building these contraptions will be technically challenging and never be as ergonomic as the factory designed solutions offered by Wersi.

Dual manuals with a pedal board is a must have feature for serious organ players.


I looked up the Wersi OAX1 Add-on keyboard with 76 keys that retails for $1,260.


https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/Wer...-KEY0004648-000



I see that Wersi has a 17-key Bass Pedal for the OAX1 that retails of $509.


https://www.musicstore.com/en_US/USD/Wersi-SONIC-OAX1-17-Keys-Bass-Pedal/art-KEY0003205-000



I like the fact that all Yamaha Styles can be used on the Wersi OAX1 with Wersi designed voices.
Since the Wersi supports loading of VST Instruments, you have a limitless library of 3rd party voices to explore and enjoy.

The Wersi OAX1 is basically a powerful PC with a keyboard interface that can be updated with the latest operating system with each new OS release to access all the new features.



I enjoyed listening to the 11 new OAX Demo Songs by Brett Wales.


https://www.wersi.net/en/en-sound-demos/


Brett is a talented organist, one of a kind.

Bill

Please a favor..... Can you direct me to an URL where I can download the most recent complete Manual...

Edit: I found it !!!!

https://www.wersi.net/download/OAX/Documents/UserManual%20OAX.pdf

Thanks
Ron