Best Effect Modules 2026
Top-rated effect modules 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 21, 2026 • Next update: January 28, 2026
#1
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4.8/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Radikal Technologies RT-1701 EFFEXX
Modular Effects
Experimental Music
Sound Design
Key Feature:
• Unique modular-specific effects
✓ PROS
- • Real-time parameter modulation
- • CV-controllable audio effects
✗ CONS
- • HP space considerations in case
- • May require additional modules
Radikal Technologies RT-1701 EFFEXXMulti-Effects ProcessorInput stage with overdrive circuit2 multi effects with 8...
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4.8/5
(35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 414488
$604
#2
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4.5/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Empress Effects ZOIA Euroburo
Creative Processing
Sound Processing
Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Perfect for modular audio processing
✓ PROS
- • Integration with synthesis modules
- • Perfect for modular audio processing
✗ CONS
- • Limited to modular format constraints
- • HP space considerations in case
Empress Effects ZOIA EuroburoEurorack ModuleDigital Modular SystemOffers the necessary modules to create your own...
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4.5/5
(56 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 527629
$756
#3
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4.9/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Intellijel Designs Sealegs
Creative Processing
Sound Processing
Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Unique modular-specific effects
✓ PROS
- • Integration with synthesis modules
- • Perfect for modular audio processing
✗ CONS
- • Can be complex to patch optimally
- • May require additional modules
Intellijel Designs SealegsEurorack ModuleStereo Delay with ReverbDigital stereo delay with 3 selectable algorithms:...
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4.9/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 573844
$512
#4
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4.7/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
OXI Instruments Meta
Sound Design
Experimental Music
Audio Manipulation
Key Feature:
• Integration with synthesis modules
✓ PROS
- • CV-controllable audio effects
- • Perfect for modular audio processing
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
- • Limited to modular format constraints
OXI Instruments MetaEurorack ModuleStereo effects module for live performances6 Effect types with 2 variations...
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4.7/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 597886
$439
#5
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4.9/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
XAOC Devices Samarkanda
by
XAOC Devices
Modular Effects
Sound Design
Audio Manipulation
Key Feature:
• CV-controllable audio effects
✓ PROS
- • Perfect for modular audio processing
- • CV-controllable audio effects
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
- • Can be complex to patch optimally
XAOC Devices SamarkandaEurorack ModuleQuad resampling delayDigital 4-channel delay with a wide range of applications:...
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4.9/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 613946
$681
#6
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4.4/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Empress Effects ZOIA Euroburo Bundle
Audio Manipulation
Sound Design
Creative Processing
Key Feature:
• Integration with synthesis modules
✓ PROS
- • Unique modular-specific effects
- • Perfect for modular audio processing
✗ CONS
- • May require additional modules
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
Empress Effects ZOIA Euroburo Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Empress Effects ZOIA Euroburo*Eurorack Module*Digital...
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4.4/5
(4 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 544485
$877
#7
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4.9/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
XAOC Devices Koszalin
by
XAOC Devices
Sound Processing
Creative Processing
Audio Manipulation
Key Feature:
• Real-time parameter modulation
✓ PROS
- • Unique modular-specific effects
- • Perfect for modular audio processing
✗ CONS
- • May require additional modules
- • Can be complex to patch optimally
XAOC Devices KoszalinEurorack ModuleVoltage-controlled stereo frequency shifterShift control with 3 selectable control...
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4.9/5
(28 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 544576
$362
#8
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4.6/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Erica Synths Black Stereo Delay2
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Erica Synths
Sound Processing
Audio Manipulation
Creative Processing
Key Feature:
• Integration with synthesis modules
✓ PROS
- • Unique modular-specific effects
- • Real-time parameter modulation
✗ CONS
- • Can be complex to patch optimally
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
Erica Synths Black Stereo Delay2Eurorack ModuleStereo delay module with 3 selectable algorithms (StereoCross FeedPing...
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4.6/5
(26 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 577482
$361
#9
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4.7/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Joranalogue Audio Design Delay 1
Experimental Music
Creative Processing
Modular Effects
Key Feature:
• Perfect for modular audio processing
✓ PROS
- • Unique modular-specific effects
- • Real-time parameter modulation
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
- • Can be complex to patch optimally
Joranalogue Audio Design Delay 1Eurorack ModuleAnalogue High-Fidelity BBD DelayDelay time: 1-50 msControls for delay...
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4.7/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 570430
$383
#10
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4.8/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Make Noise Bruxa
by
Make Noise
Creative Processing
Sound Processing
Experimental Music
Key Feature:
• Integration with synthesis modules
✓ PROS
- • Unique modular-specific effects
- • CV-controllable audio effects
✗ CONS
- • May require additional modules
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
Make Noise BruxaEurorack ModuleEchoverb signal processorMulti-tap delay with several internal feedback paths and...
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4.8/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 594542
$439
#11
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4.5/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
T-Rex Replicator Tape Echo Module
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T-Rex
Creative Processing
Modular Effects
Sound Design
Key Feature:
• CV-controllable audio effects
✓ PROS
- • Integration with synthesis modules
- • Unique modular-specific effects
✗ CONS
- • Limited to modular format constraints
- • May require additional modules
T-Rex Replicator Tape Echo ModuleFully Analog Band Echo2 playback heads - one with Tap Tempo controllableone...
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4.5/5
(38 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 400375
$505
#12
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4.7/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Erica Synths Fusion Delay/Flanger/Vint. Ens
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Erica Synths
Modular Effects
Creative Processing
Audio Manipulation
Key Feature:
• Unique modular-specific effects
✓ PROS
- • Real-time parameter modulation
- • CV-controllable audio effects
✗ CONS
- • HP space considerations in case
- • May require additional modules
Erica Synths Fusion Delay/Flanger/VintageDelay / Flanger / Vintage EnsembleAn analog effect module combines BBD...
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4.7/5
(32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 420006
$439
#13
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5.0/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Endorphin.es Ghost Black
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Endorphin.es
Sound Design
Audio Manipulation
Sound Processing
Key Feature:
• Real-time parameter modulation
✓ PROS
- • Real-time parameter modulation
- • Integration with synthesis modules
✗ CONS
- • Can be complex to patch optimally
- • HP space considerations in case
Endorphin.es Ghost BlackEurorack ModuleDigital stereo effects processorInternal signal flow with 32-bit / 96...
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5.0/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 553826
$417
#14
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4.4/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Bastl Instruments Basil
Sound Design
Creative Processing
Audio Manipulation
Key Feature:
• Integration with synthesis modules
✓ PROS
- • Integration with synthesis modules
- • CV-controllable audio effects
✗ CONS
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
- • HP space considerations in case
Bastl Instruments BasilEurorack ModuleLexible stereo space delayControls for delay time and feedbackeach with CV...
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4.4/5
(30 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 566818
$329
#15
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4.7/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Strymon StarLab
by
Strymon
Creative Processing
Experimental Music
Sound Processing
Key Feature:
• Perfect for modular audio processing
✓ PROS
- • Integration with synthesis modules
- • Unique modular-specific effects
✗ CONS
- • Limited to modular format constraints
- • More expensive than pedal equivalents
Strymon StarLabReverb Eurorack moduleThree selectable reverb types for a variety of ambient texturesFour octaves of...
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4.7/5
(34 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 530909
$692
How to Choose the Best Effect Modules
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced effect modules typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
