Suzuki OM-108 Omnichord

First released in 1981, the Omnichord redefined what a musical instrument could be. Designed to let anyone make music instantly, it combines automatic accompaniment with a touch-sensitive harp-style strumplate. By simply pressing a chord button and gliding your fingers across the strumplate, you hear rich arpeggios that follow your chord choice—no formal training, sheet music, or prior experience required.

Instead of traditional notation, you play using chord names (commonly known as “tab”), making the Omnichord intuitive from the moment you switch it on. Its portability and ease of use helped it gain widespread popularity across Europe and America, while its unmistakable electronic sound firmly placed it in the sonic world of the 1980s.

Over time, the Omnichord developed cult status. It has appeared on countless recordings, album covers, and song titles, prized for both its nostalgic tone and its uniquely tactile way of shaping music. Although the original Omnichord line ended with the OM-300 in 1996, its influence never faded.

Now, more than 40 years later, the Omnichord returns—reborn as the OM-108, combining the character of the original with modern flexibility.

Play Anywhere

Compact, lightweight, and battery-powered, the OM-108 is built to go wherever inspiration strikes. It features a built-in speaker for instant play, while external amp and headphone connections let you move seamlessly between studio sessions, live performances, and late-night bedroom jams.

Real-Time Control

With REAL-TIME CONTROL, you can change how chords and rhythms behave as you play. Add bass accompaniment, trigger drum intros, or shift performance styles instantly—without stopping the music. Everything is designed to respond in the moment, making the OM-108 as expressive live as it is intuitive.

The built-in speaker also doubles as a convenient monitor, keeping your sound close and clear wherever you play.