Temecula DSP Nibbi Free Sampler Plugin: 100% Free VST for macOS & Windows

Introducing Nibbi – A Free Sampler Built on CHOMPI

Temecula DSP has unveiled Nibbi, a zero‑cost sampler plugin that translates the legendary CHOMPI hardware sampler into a modern VST/AU/AAX format. Available for both macOS and Windows, Nibbi offers producers, beatmakers, and engineers a powerful, open‑source sampling engine without any price tag.

CHOMPI Heritage & Open‑Source Firmware

The original CHOMPI sampler, once a boutique hardware unit, was released under an MIT license after the CHOMPI Club and Chase Bliss made its firmware public. Temecula DSP’s developer John Wheeler repurposed that firmware, adapting it for native‑plugin environments while preserving the original’s distinctive character‑shaping capabilities.

Core Features & Sound Character

• Multi‑zone Sample Mapping – Load up to 64 k‑sample zones with independent pitch, velocity, and round‑robin settings.
• Realtime Modulation – Assign LFOs, envelopes, and MIDI CCs to filter cutoff, pitch, and volume for dynamic performance.
• Built‑in Effects Chain – Includes a vintage‑style filter, bit‑crusher, and simple reverb modeled after the CHOMPI’s analog circuitry.
• High‑Resolution 32‑bit Float Processing – Guarantees pristine audio quality even with aggressive modulation.

The sound retains CHOMPI’s warm, slightly gritty texture, making it ideal for lo‑fi hip‑hop, experimental electronic, and any genre that benefits from a tactile, hardware‑inspired sampler.

DAW Integration & Workflow Tips

Nibbi works seamlessly in Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, Studio One, and any host that supports VST3, AU, or AAX. Drag‑and‑drop your WAV or AIFF files directly onto the sampler’s grid, and use the built‑in browser to audition samples without leaving your DAW. MIDI mapping follows standard conventions, so you can control all parameters with your controller of choice.

System Requirements & Compatibility

• Windows: 10 or later, 64‑bit, Intel/AMD
• macOS: 10.15 Catalina or later, Apple Silicon native or Intel
• Formats: VST3, AU, AAX (requires host that supports the format)

How to Get Nibbi

Nibbi is available as a direct download from the developer’s site. No registration, no email list, and absolutely no hidden fees.