Best Filter Modules Under $300 2025

Affordable filter modules under $300 - great value without compromising quality

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

Make Noise DXG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Make Noise DXG

Tonal Character Sound Shaping Subtractive Synthesis
Key Feature:
• Multiple filter types and characters
✓ PROS
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
  • • Multiple filter types and characters
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters
  • • May need multiple types for variety

Make Noise DXGEurorack ModuleDual Stereo GateStereo lowpass gate with two channelsTwo audio inputs per channel (left...

4.6/5 (36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
XAOC Devices Zagrzeb - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

XAOC Devices Zagrzeb

Frequency Control Classic Synthesis Tonal Character
Key Feature:
• Essential for subtractive synthesis
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple filter types and characters
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Self-oscillation can be tricky
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners

XAOC Devices ZagrzebEurorack ModuleStereo multimode filter4-Pole (-24 dB / oct.) state variable filterConfigurable...

4.7/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Erica Synths Black 3109 VCF/VCA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Erica Synths Black 3109 VCF/VCA

Classic Synthesis Frequency Control Sound Shaping
Key Feature:
• Create classic synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
  • • Multiple filter types and characters
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters
  • • Patch complexity with multiple filters

Erica Synths Black 3109 VCF/VCAEurorack ModuleLow-pass filter (24 dB/oct.) with built-in VCAControls for...

4.7/5 (32 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
ADDAC 604 Dual Filter - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

ADDAC 604 Dual Filter

Frequency Control Subtractive Synthesis Tonal Character
Key Feature:
• Essential for subtractive synthesis
✓ PROS
  • • CV control over frequency and resonance
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners
  • • Self-oscillation can be tricky

ADDAC 604 Dual FilterEurorack ModuleAnalogue two-channel multimode filterSwitchable stereo modePer channel: Controls...

4.5/5 (52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
XAOC Devices Katowice - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

XAOC Devices Katowice

Classic Synthesis Audio Processing Sound Shaping
Key Feature:
• Create classic synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for subtractive synthesis
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters

XAOC Devices KatowiceEurorack ModuleVariable stereo band isolator3 Frequency bands (lowhigh)each with volume fader and...

4.7/5 (46 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-105-4 Quad Poly VCF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Doepfer A-105-4 Quad Poly VCF

Sound Shaping Tonal Character Classic Synthesis
Key Feature:
• Multiple filter types and characters
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple filter types and characters
  • • Shape and color synthesized sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Self-oscillation can be tricky
  • • Patch complexity with multiple filters

Doepfer A-105-4 Quad Poly VCFEurorack ModulePolyphonic filter module with 4 analogue 24dB low-pass filtersCommon...

4.5/5 (49 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Doepfer A-121s - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Doepfer A-121s

Audio Processing Classic Synthesis Frequency Control
Key Feature:
• Shape and color synthesized sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
  • • Multiple filter types and characters
✗ CONS
  • • May need multiple types for variety
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters

Doepfer A-121sEurorack ModuleStereo multimode VCFEach filter has continuously adjustable characteristics (from low-pass...

4.5/5 (25 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Erica Synths Black LPG - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Erica Synths Black LPG

Audio Processing Subtractive Synthesis Tonal Character
Key Feature:
• Create classic synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • CV control over frequency and resonance
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners
  • • Self-oscillation can be tricky

Erica Synths Black LPGEurorack ModuleLowpass gate with resonanceUsable as VCFVCA or a combination of bothControls for...

4.8/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Doepfer A-127 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Doepfer A-127

Frequency Control Sound Shaping Classic Synthesis
Key Feature:
• Shape and color synthesized sounds
✓ PROS
  • • CV control over frequency and resonance
  • • Shape and color synthesized sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters

Doepfer A-127, VC Resonance Filter, Width: 28 HP, Depth: 55 mm, Power requirements: +100 mA (+ 12V)/-60 mA (-12 V),...

4.6/5 (20 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Befaco Pony VCF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Befaco Pony VCF

Subtractive Synthesis Tonal Character Frequency Control
Key Feature:
• Create classic synthesizer sounds
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for subtractive synthesis
  • • Shape and color synthesized sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters
  • • Patch complexity with multiple filters

Befaco Pony VCFEurorack ModuleAnalogue low-pass filter with 3-channel mixer and VCAMixer with three audio inputslevel...

4.6/5 (22 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-121s VE - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Doepfer A-121s VE

Frequency Control Tonal Character Classic Synthesis
Key Feature:
• CV control over frequency and resonance
✓ PROS
  • • Multiple filter types and characters
  • • Create classic synthesizer sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Self-oscillation can be tricky
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters

Doepfer A-121s VEEurorack ModuleStereo multimode VCFVintage Edition with a black front panelEach filter has...

4.8/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Tobinski Dual LPG/VCA - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Tobinski Dual LPG/VCA

Classic Synthesis Subtractive Synthesis Audio Processing
Key Feature:
• Essential for subtractive synthesis
✓ PROS
  • • Shape and color synthesized sounds
  • • Essential for subtractive synthesis
✗ CONS
  • • May need multiple types for variety
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners

Tobinski Dual LPG/VCAEurorack ModuleTwo independent channelsMode switchable per channel between Low Pass Gate (LPG) or...

4.7/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Erica Synths Drum Stereo DJ VCF - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Erica Synths Drum Stereo DJ VCF

Classic Synthesis Subtractive Synthesis Frequency Control
Key Feature:
• Shape and color synthesized sounds
✓ PROS
  • • CV control over frequency and resonance
  • • Shape and color synthesized sounds
✗ CONS
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners
  • • Patch complexity with multiple filters

Erica Synths Drum Stereo DJ VCFEurorack ModuleAnalogue filter (-24dB/oct) with stepless crossfading between low-pass...

4.6/5 (24 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Ritual Electronics Altar II - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Ritual Electronics Altar II

Sound Shaping Audio Processing Subtractive Synthesis
Key Feature:
• CV control over frequency and resonance
✓ PROS
  • • Essential for subtractive synthesis
  • • CV control over frequency and resonance
✗ CONS
  • • Can be expensive for quality filters
  • • Patch complexity with multiple filters

Ritual Electronics Altar IIEurorack ModuleAnalogue 3-pole multimode filterVariable filter type from bandpass to lowpass...

4.5/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
9/10
Befaco BF-22 Sallen Key Filter - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Befaco BF-22 Sallen Key Filter

Subtractive Synthesis Tonal Character Audio Processing
Key Feature:
• Essential for subtractive synthesis
✓ PROS
  • • Shape and color synthesized sounds
  • • CV control over frequency and resonance
✗ CONS
  • • Character differences subtle to beginners
  • • Patch complexity with multiple filters

Befaco BF-22 Sallen Key FilterEurorack ModuleAnalogue two-channel filter from the MS-20Each channel switchable between...

4.5/5 (54 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10

How to Choose the Best Filter 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 filter 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.

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