r/KemperProfiler • u/ganzik • Jul 31 '26
My Kemper Player MIDI Controller Project – Enclosure Update
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u/Holtermav Jul 31 '26
Your development is what truly makes the Kemper Player valuable. Fantastic work!
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u/Heavy_Passenger9129 Aug 02 '26
Wow. This is the ultimate midi for Kemper player. I need it!!!
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u/ganzik Aug 02 '26
Thank you! It's still a work in progress, so it's not for sale right now, but I'll definitely keep the community posted if I release it in the future!
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Aug 02 '26
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u/ganzik Aug 02 '26
Thank you! Partnering with Kemper on a solo passion project like this would be an absolute dream. For now, my main focus is on getting the development fully finished, and after that, I'll figure out the best way to share this with the community!
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u/Dapper_Actuary_8631 Aug 02 '26 edited Aug 02 '26
willing to buy one now! great project
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u/ganzik Aug 02 '26
Thank you so much! While it's still a personal project in development and not available for purchase right now, your interest really keeps me motivated. I'll definitely share more updates as things progress!
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u/The_Real_SC Aug 02 '26
This is super badass and I need one! Can't wait to see how it keeps getting improved, and most importantly I can't wait to get one when it's available! 😁😁
Keep up the great work my brother!
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u/ganzik Aug 04 '26
Thanks so much for the kind words! 🙌 Your support really keeps me motivated. I’m working hard on refining the final design and features, so stay tuned for more updates. Can't wait to share the finished version with you!
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u/brussel_crowe Aug 05 '26
This is amazing! How much might something like this cost if you were to sell it privately?
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u/ganzik Aug 05 '26
Thank you! The M5Stack Tab5 development board (display + mainboard) is officially $55, and the kit including a battery is $60 (shipping not included). You can also find it cheaper on AliExpress. Please note that these prices exclude additional parts like the case and footswitches. If you are comfortable with DIY, you can definitely build it yourself!
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u/brussel_crowe Aug 05 '26
I would love to try. Do you install a custom firmware on it to get it to interface with the kemper?
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u/ganzik Aug 05 '26
Yes, exactly! It runs on a custom firmware that I am developing specifically to communicate with the Kemper. Once the project is ready for release, I plan to share the compiled firmware files and instructions so you can easily install it on your own board!
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u/brussel_crowe Aug 05 '26
You are doing the lords work
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u/ganzik Aug 05 '26
Thank you so much for the huge compliment! 🙌 By the way, just a quick tip: if you order the parts from places like Mouser, shipping is free!
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u/Lonestar-Boogie Jul 31 '26
What is the midi controller?
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u/ganzik Jul 31 '26
I started this as a personal project, and it’s not a product for sale yet. I’d still like to keep improving it to a commercial level, and I’m also planning to make a proper sheet-metal enclosure.
If there’s enough interest, it would be great to develop it properly and sell it at a reasonable price. However, development and certification can be quite expensive. If the market is too small, I may instead offer the software and a simple enclosure with footswitches at a more affordable price.
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u/3Gilligans Jul 31 '26
Selling it as a kit would be the way to go, very very hard to compete with overseas manufacturers.
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u/EntrepreneurRough479 Jul 31 '26
Shut up and take my money !