Best Oscillator Modules 2026
Top-rated oscillator modules 2026 - expert picks for every budget and skill level
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.5/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Verbos Electronics Complex Oscillator
Sound Generation
Synthesis Foundation
Basic Synthesis
Key Feature:
• Generate basic waveforms and tones
✓ PROS
- • Essential building blocks
- • CV control over pitch and timbre
✗ CONS
- • Character differences subtle initially
- • Tracking accuracy varies
Verbos Electronics Complex OscillatorDual Oscillator According to "Westcoast Principle"Modulation of the main...
⭐
4.5/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 385378
$769
#2
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4.6/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Schlappi Engineering Angle Grinder Black
Synthesis Foundation
Harmonic Content
Musical Tones
Key Feature:
• Essential building blocks
✓ PROS
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
- • Multiple waveform outputs
✗ CONS
- • Tracking accuracy varies
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
Schlappi Engineering Angle Grinder BlackEurorack ModuleQuadrature sine oscillator with filter and waveshaperSPIN...
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4.6/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 535300
$373
#3
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4.6/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Joranalogue Audio Design Collide 4
Sound Generation
Harmonic Content
Musical Tones
Key Feature:
• CV control over pitch and timbre
✓ PROS
- • Multiple waveform outputs
- • Foundation of most synthesized sounds
✗ CONS
- • Tracking accuracy varies
- • Character differences subtle initially
Joranalogue Audio Design Collide 4Eurorack ModuleQuadrature spectral computerSynthesiser voice and signal processor...
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4.6/5
(50 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 599873
$703
#4
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4.9/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Weston Precision Audio HV1 Hybrid Oscillator
Sound Generation
Harmonic Content
Synthesis Foundation
Key Feature:
• CV control over pitch and timbre
✓ PROS
- • Essential building blocks
- • Multiple waveform outputs
✗ CONS
- • Can be expensive for quality
- • Character differences subtle initially
Weston Precision Audio HV1 Hybrid OscillatorEurorack ModuleAnalogue oscillator coreDigital oscillator with adjustable...
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4.9/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 618989
$461
#5
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4.4/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Weston Precision Audio H1 Analog Harmonizer
Harmonic Content
Sound Generation
Musical Tones
Key Feature:
• Foundation of most synthesized sounds
✓ PROS
- • Multiple waveform outputs
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
✗ CONS
- • Character differences subtle initially
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
Weston Precision Audio H1 Analog HarmonizerEurorack ModuleTwo-channel quantiser with two internal analogue...
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4.4/5
(19 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 600193
$428
#6
⭐
4.6/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Industrial Music Electronics Hertz Donut MKIII
Basic Synthesis
Harmonic Content
Sound Generation
Key Feature:
• Generate basic waveforms and tones
✓ PROS
- • Foundation of most synthesized sounds
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
✗ CONS
- • May need calibration and tuning
- • Character differences subtle initially
Industrial Music Electronics Hertz Donut MKIIIEurorack ModuleComplex Digital OscillatorContains a primary oscillator...
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4.6/5
(39 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 454467
$527
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Verbos Electronics Foundation Oscillator
Sound Generation
Basic Synthesis
Synthesis Foundation
Key Feature:
• CV control over pitch and timbre
✓ PROS
- • Foundation of most synthesized sounds
- • CV control over pitch and timbre
✗ CONS
- • Can be expensive for quality
- • Character differences subtle initially
Verbos Electronics Foundation OscillatorEurorack moduleDiscrete VCO with waveshaperTriangle and square wave outputThree...
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4.6/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 485089
$593
#8
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4.6/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Make Noise XPO
by
Make Noise
Harmonic Content
Pitch Control
Synthesis Foundation
Key Feature:
• Generate basic waveforms and tones
✓ PROS
- • Multiple waveform outputs
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
✗ CONS
- • May need calibration and tuning
- • Can be expensive for quality
Make Noise XPOEurorack ModuleStereo Prismatic OscillatorControls for coarse and fine tuningLeft and right signal...
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4.6/5
(31 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 548423
$515
#9
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4.5/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Schlappi Engineering Three Body Black
Pitch Control
Musical Tones
Sound Generation
Key Feature:
• CV control over pitch and timbre
✓ PROS
- • Multiple waveform outputs
- • CV control over pitch and timbre
✗ CONS
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
- • Character differences subtle initially
Schlappi Engineering Three Body BlackEurorack ModuleDigital triple oscillatorSpecialised in frequency and phase...
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4.5/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 551498
$659
#10
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4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Industrial Music Electronics Piston Honda MKIII
Synthesis Foundation
Sound Generation
Musical Tones
Key Feature:
• Foundation of most synthesized sounds
✓ PROS
- • CV control over pitch and timbre
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
✗ CONS
- • May need calibration and tuning
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
Industrial Music Electronics Piston Honda MKIIIEurorack ModuleDigital dual wavetable oscillatorWavetable with 512...
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4.8/5
(25 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 448323
$626
#11
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5.0/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Tiptop Audio Model 259t
by
Tiptop Audio
Musical Tones
Basic Synthesis
Pitch Control
Key Feature:
• Generate basic waveforms and tones
✓ PROS
- • Multiple waveform outputs
- • Essential building blocks
✗ CONS
- • Can be expensive for quality
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
Tiptop Audio Model 259tEurorack ModuleProgrammable Complex Waveform GeneratorAnalogue Dual-Oscillator with...
⭐
5.0/5
(23 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 602307
$659
#12
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4.5/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Erica Synths Graphic VCO
by
Erica Synths
Basic Synthesis
Musical Tones
Sound Generation
Key Feature:
• Multiple waveform outputs
✓ PROS
- • Foundation of most synthesized sounds
- • Multiple waveform outputs
✗ CONS
- • Tracking accuracy varies
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
Erica Synths Graphic VCOEurorack ModuleDigital wavetable oscillatorContains 32 WavetablesStepless morphing between two...
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4.5/5
(46 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 455028
$318
#13
⭐
4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Erica Synths Fusion VCO V2
by
Erica Synths
Pitch Control
Musical Tones
Basic Synthesis
Key Feature:
• Multiple waveform outputs
✓ PROS
- • CV control over pitch and timbre
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
✗ CONS
- • Tracking accuracy varies
- • May need calibration and tuning
Erica Synths Fusion VCO V2Eurorack ModuleAnalogue VCO with tube saturationBased on newly developed AS3340...
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4.8/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 465711
$394
#14
⭐
4.7/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Frap Tools Brenso
by
Frap Tools
Sound Generation
Basic Synthesis
Harmonic Content
Key Feature:
• CV control over pitch and timbre
✓ PROS
- • Multiple waveform outputs
- • Foundation of most synthesized sounds
✗ CONS
- • Can be expensive for quality
- • May need calibration and tuning
Frap Tools BrensoEurorack ModuleAnalogue dual oscillator2 Thru-Zero oscillators with triangle corePer oscillator:...
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4.7/5
(47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 495792
$714
#15
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4.4/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Vostok Instruments Sena
Basic Synthesis
Pitch Control
Musical Tones
Key Feature:
• CV control over pitch and timbre
✓ PROS
- • CV control over pitch and timbre
- • Generate basic waveforms and tones
✗ CONS
- • Basic functionality most need multiple
- • Character differences subtle initially
Vostok Instruments SenaEurorack Module4-Channel oscillator and noise source4 Separate oscillators based on the CEM3340...
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4.4/5
(40 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 597981
$329
How to Choose the Best Oscillator 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 oscillator 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.
