CHOMPI:
A magical, Tape-Music instrument made for Self-Expression Through Sound Design.
CHOMPI is a quirky, Chromatic Sampler and Tape Music Instrument, made for Self-Expression Through Sound Design.
• With its one of a kind sampling engine, unique multi-effects and tape style looper, CHOMPI is ready for immediate FUN.
• CHOMPI is also aesthetically customizable! The instrument is encased in our Black & Gold modular panel enclosure which allows you to upgrade your CHOMPI at any time with our color-way packs to match your unique personal aesthetic (additional color-ways sold separately).
• We've put special care into sourcing quality materials, but we also love customizing our devices and thought you might too. The *Hot-Swap enabled mechanical keyboard is built on MX-Cherry switches (Silent Reds) and the Keycaps can be swapped and customized till you get the vibes just right (if you're into that sort of thing ;)
• CHOMPI is both portable & durable... making it the perfect musical companion to accompany you on your next adventure ⚡️
*Hot-swap keyboard is compatible with all MX Style (3 or 5 pin) Panel-Mount switches
⚡️ Flexible HARDWARE Platform
• CHOMPI is built on the powerful Daisy platform (by Electro-Smith) unlocking easy firmware updates, and flexible programmability options.
• Unique SCREENLESS WORKFLOW w/ RGB LED indicators & endless switching encoders for multi-page parameter controls
• Utilizes the widely popular MX Cherryswitches for its Hot-Swap enabled, two octave keyboard(switches & keycaps are infinitely customizable)
• Custom Panel Enclosure allows for limited edition colorways (artist series already in the works)
• Unique SCREENLESS WORKFLOW w/ RGB LED indicators & endless switching encoders for multi-page parameter controls
• Utilizes the widely popular MX Cherry switches for its two octave keyboard(keycaps are infinitely customizable)
• Custom made BOBO Keycaps
🤍 Quirky SAMPLING Engine
• Unique Sampling Workflow Encourges User Exploration
• 7 Voice Polyphony
• 14 Slots to Save/Recall Presets
• SAMPLE Playback Speed & Direction Controls
• SAMPLE Start & End Point Controls (w/ Additional Attack + Decay Envelope)
• Single Knob Multi-FX Section (Multi-Mode Filter, Lo-Fi Saturation, Granular Delay-Reverb, & More!)
📼 Sophisticated Tape-Style LOOPER
• One of a kind SOUND-ON-SOUND stereo looping engine
• Iconic transport knob provides control over: Manual Tape Scrubbing, Loop Playback Speed / Direction, as well as other additional easter eggs to be found by advanced users
🎛 Plays Nice With Others :)
• USB-C Power allows for maximum portability
• Built-In MICROPHONE (w/ High Gain Pre-Amp)
• Micro SD Card for Managing Samples
• 3.5mm Stereo Aux Input
• 3.5mm Stereo Line Output
• 3.5mm Headphone Output
• 3.5mm and/or USB-C Midi In & Out
CHOMPI is a quirky, Chromatic Sampler and Tape Music Instrument made for Self-Expression Through Sound Design. With its one of a kind sampling engine, unique multi-effects and tape style looper, CHOMPI is ready for immediate FUN 🙂
- This Limited Edition CHOMPI comes in our special CHOMPI PINK color-way
- Additionally, this version of CHOMPI also comes with our luxury, custom made, Marshmallow Keycaps by Signature Plastics (made in USA) & the Rogan knobs (also made in USA) can also be swapped out for your favorite kinds of D-Shaft Encoder Knobs.
- We've put special care into sourcing quality materials for this instrument, but we also love customizing our devices and thought you might too. The *Hot-Swap Enabled Mechanical Keyboard, allows users to customize not only the keycaps but the switches too.
- CHOMPI Ships with authentic MX-Cherry Switches (Silent Reds) which can be pressed over 50million times before wearing out! But if you have a preferred gaming switch, you can Hot-Swap until your vibes are just right (*chefs kiss*)
- CHOMPI is both portable & durable... which makes it the perfect musical companion to accompany you on your next adventure ⚡️
*Hot-swap keyboard is compatible with all MX Style (3 or 5 pin) Panel-Mount switches
⚡️ Flexible HARDWARE Platform
• CHOMPI is built on the powerful Daisy platform (by Electro-Smith) unlocking easy firmware updates, and flexible programmability options.
• Unique SCREENLESS WORKFLOW w/ RGB LED indicators & endless switching encoders for multi-page parameter controls
• Utilizes the widely popular MX Cherryswitches for its Hot-Swap enabled, two octave keyboard(switches & keycaps are infinitely customizable)
• Custom Panel Enclosure allows for limited edition colorways (artist series already in the works)
• Unique SCREENLESS WORKFLOW w/ RGB LED indicators & endless switching encoders for multi-page parameter controls
• Utilizes the widely popular MX Cherry switches for its two octave keyboard(keycaps are infinitely customizable)
• Custom made Marshmallow Keycaps by Signiture Plastics (made in WA State, USA)
🤍 Quirky SAMPLING Engine
• Unique Sampling Workflow Encourges User Exploration
• 7 Voice Polyphony
• 14 Slots to Save/Recall Presets
• SAMPLE Playback Speed & Direction Controls
• SAMPLE Start & End Point Controls (w/ Additional Attack + Decay Envelope)
• Single Knob Multi-FX Section (Multi-Mode Filter, Lo-Fi Saturation, Granular Delay-Reverb, & More!)
📼 Sophisticated Tape-Style LOOPER
• One of a kind SOUND-ON-SOUND stereo looping engine
• Iconic transport knob provides control over: Manual Tape Scrubbing, Loop Playback Speed / Direction, as well as other additional easter eggs to be found by advanced users
🎛 Plays Nice With Others :)
• USB-C Power allows for maximum portability
• Built-In MICROPHONE (w/ High Gain Pre-Amp)
• Micro SD Card for Managing Samples
• 3.5mm Stereo Aux Input
• 3.5mm Stereo Line Output
• 3.5mm Headphone Output
• 3.5mm and/or USB-C Midi In & Out
CHOMPI DEVICE FEATURES
• CHOMPI is built on the powerful Daisy platform (by Electro-Smith) unlocking easy firmware updates, and flexible programmability options.
• Update CHOMPI’s firmware using an easy-to-use web tool, with no extra software required. Just connect to your computer with a USB cable and you’re ready to go!
• Unique SCREENLESS WORKFLOW w/ RGB LED indicators & endless switching encoders for multi-page parameter controls
• Utilizes the widely popular MX Cherryswitches for its Hot-Swap enabled, two octave keyboard(switches & keycaps are infinitely customizable)
• Custom Panel Enclosure allows for limited edition colorways (artist series already in the works)
• Unique Sampling Workflow Encourages User Exploration
• 7 Voice Polyphony
• 6+ hours of Dynamic Sample Time
• 40 Slots to Save/Recall Presets
• SAMPLE Playback Speed & Direction Controls
• SAMPLE Start & End Point Controls (w/ Additional Attack + Decay Envelope)
• Single Knob Multi-FX Section (Multi-Mode Filter, Lo-Fi Saturation, Granular Delay-Reverb, & More!)
• One of a kind SOUND-ON-SOUND stereo looping engine
• Iconic transport knob provides control over: Manual Tape Scrubbing, Loop Playback Speed / Direction, as well as other additional easter eggs to be found by advanced users
• USB-C Power allows for maximum portability
• Built-In MICROPHONE (w/ High Gain Pre-Amp)
• Micro SD Card for Managing Samples
• 3.5mm Stereo Aux Input
• 3.5mm Stereo Line Output
• 3.5mm Headphone Output
• 3.5mm and/or USB-C Midi In & Out
Not just a sampler
CHOMPI is designed to evolve! We've built this instrument to be as flexible as possible... with multiple firmware options planned for the future. As the community grows, so will the possibilities!
Workflow Matters
We know first hand how problematic tiny screens can be for visually impaired folks, so we wanted to create a fun and accessible screenless interface.
Open Source DSP Platform
We'll be releasing multiple firmware options to choose from... but if you'd like to take things even further, we'll also be releasing a Partially open source option for those who like to tinker under the hood.
Our inspiration ✨
Call us nostalgic, but we love the portable fun that came with our childhood music & gaming devices. Instruments like the Casio SK-1 were able to introduce entire generations to sound design, and created a more affordable access point into this magical world. Keeping this legacy in mind, we've designed CHOMPI with friendship at the forefront... aiming to maximize portability and collaboration with all your favorite devices!
- As artists, we also live in the world of modular synthesis and love the process of customizing our own instruments.
- CHOMPI wouldn't exist without the feedback and support from students and artists in our local community.
The fastest way to get a CHOMPI is to support our Kickstarter this spring. All of those units will be shipped before the end of November 2023.
Both units are virtually identical on the inside and are able to run the exact same firmware. However the standard model only comes in classic Black & Gold... where the Limited Editions will offer a multitude of unique aesthetic customizations such as: Enclosure Color, Keycap Style, and more :)
Once we fulfill all of our kickstarter pre-orders, we plan on releasing Alternate Firmware for CHOMPI and expanding the ever growing CHOMPI ecosystem. We don't want to give away too many secrets yet... but its safe to say that this is only the beginning ✨