CMPSR
Music technology for everyone.
The innovative MIDI controller for the modern classroom, supported by a wide range of educational resources.
Play it your way: connect, control, and create with CMPSR from Digit Music.
Why CMPSR?
CMPSR puts the power of music in all your students' hands.
Shift the expressive joystick, play the 8 RGB pads, and feel the beat with haptic feedback.
Connect to a Bluetooth device, open your DAW, and let your students create the music they love. No cables, no adaptors or plugs, no fuss.
Audio meets Arcade
Players have complete control using the gamer-style joystick. The velocity-sensitive movements can be used to play notes and chords, while the haptic feedback engine allows mini-musicians to experience every note. Customise, control, and capture with the RGB pads, making complex chords feel like child's play.
Designed for Everyone
CMPSR is portable, handheld, and designed for all kinds of musicians. For teachers building a classroom that supports digital inclusion, CMPSR unlocks technology in a truly accessible way.
Targetted Resources
Arrownotes give everyone from tech-savvy teachers to non-musicians the tools they need to deliver music lessons. CMPSR is supported by an ever-growing collection of educational resources, including notation and videos, to give all students the chance to perform and progress.
Made in the UK
Concered about quality and sustainability with your instrument procurement? Fear not. CMPSR is a premium instrument, designed and hand-built in Derby, England by a skilled team of music maestros and audio experts.
CMPSR YOUTUBE REVIEWS AND DEMOS
Let's get Digital!
The ergonomic, flexible design of CMPSR makes it an inclusive choice for the classroom.
Whatever the age, ability, or accessibility requirements of your pupils, CMPSR brings the joy of music to everyone. Supported by Arrownotes - a notation system that uses colour, shape and, direction to empower non-specialist teachers - CMPSR matches innovation with inclusion.
CMPSR is proud to hold the Tech4Good Accessibility Award, along with Computer Music’s Innovation Award 2023.
If you want to learn more about CMPSR, why not book a free hands-on demo?
Digit Music are also the brains behind a number of industry-quality sample packs, many designed to give children a deeper understanding of music technology and the narratives of creating music across the world. Check out the free taster pack.
FAQs
What do I need to get started with CMPSR?
All you need to start making sounds with CMPSR is a device such as a laptop, phone, or tablet. You'll also need a music-making app, such as GarageBand, Ableton, Bitwig, or Bandlab. Bitwig 8 Track is even included with every CMPSR!
How long does the battery in CMPSR last?
CMPSR can last for up to 12 hours on a single charge in full use, and for more than 3 days when idle. To recharge CMPSR, simply charge using the USB-C cable!
What do the different LED colours on CMPSR mean?
Green is for go! This means that the instrument is turned on.
Red tells you that you might need a break from the beats: this means the battery needs charging.
Flashing Blue tells you that your device is ready to pair with Bluetooth.
Solid Blue means that Bluetooth is connected to a device (such as your laptop or phone).
Transform your teaching with CMPSR
CMPSR makes playing, learning, and teaching music smart, simple, and suitable for all students. With stacks of features, portability, effortless connectivity, and expert teaching resources, CMPSR makes audio accessible.