CHOMPI is a quirky, chromatic sampler and tape music instrument, inviting you into the magical world of sound design. With its unique stereo sampling engine, expressive multi-effects and varispeed “tape” style looper; CHOMPI is ready for immediate fun.
Special care was taken with sourcing quality materials for CHOMPI’s hardware, but many aspects of the platform have also been designed with user customization in mind. The modular panel enclosure, MX mechanical key switches & keycaps, and dj style encoder knobs can all be customized and retrofitted by the user to match their own unique style.
CHOMPI’s workflow is designed to be user-friendly and accessible to individuals of all experience levels… So whether you’ve been playing music for years, or are just starting your sonic journey, CHOMPI just might become your new favorite buddy!
Features
Unique screenless workflow utilizes rgb LED indicators
Endless push button encoders for multi-page parameter controls
Two octave chromatic keyboard utilizes MX Cherry switches
3 selectable sampling sources
Built-in microphone
Stereo Aux input
Resample master output signal
Minimal, yet capable sound design engine:
Sample playback speed & direction control
Sample start & end point control
Sample attack & release/decay envelope
Single knob multi-FX section
Pg 1 Magic Wand: combo delay + reverb
Pg 2 Tape Saturation: w/ wow & flutter
Pg 3 Multi-Mode Filter:
Varispeed tape-style looper
Transport knob provides control over loop playback speed & direction, as well as manual tape scrubbing when loop is paused
Overdub decay controls allow for “frippertronics” loop composition techniques
Real time audio thru mode for live FX and loop recording
Two types of sample playback engines: chromatic & 1-shot
7 Voice Polyphony
84 Slots to Save/Recall Presets (3 banks of 14 slots per engine)
~6hrs of sample storage capacity on Micro SD card
16-bit, 48kHz stereo audio I/O
USB-C and rechargeable battery power
Built-In Microphone
3.5mm Stereo Aux Input
3.5mm Stereo Line Output
3.5mm Headphone Output
3.5mm and/or USB-C Midi In & Out
Specs
Dimensions: 13” Wide x 4.5” Deep (without Handle) 5.75” Deep (with Handle) x 2.5” Tall (table/surface to top of encoders)
Weight = 2lb 3oz
Recommended USB power brick spec: 5V ⎓ 2A (or higher)