Best Doepfer Various Modules 2026
Premium Doepfer various modules - legendary tone and craftsmanship
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
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4.8/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-149-4
by
Doepfer
Creative Tools
Unique Capabilities
System Enhancement
Key Feature:
• May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
✓ PROS
- • May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
- • Often innovative and creative solutions
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • Very specific applications
Doepfer A-149-4Eurorack ModuleDigital four-channel random voltage sourceGenerates 4 triggered and quantised random...
⭐
4.8/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 544465
$164
#2
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5.0/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-150-8
by
Doepfer
Specialized Functions
System Enhancement
Creative Tools
Key Feature:
• Perfect for specific needs
✓ PROS
- • Often innovative and creative solutions
- • Can add distinctive character to system
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • May become obsolete or unsupported
Doepfer A-150-8Octal Voltage Controlled SwitchEight manual or CV controllable switchesShared output / input (O / I) and...
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5.0/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 435473
$196
#3
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4.6/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
10/10
Doepfer A-185-2 VE
by
Doepfer
Specialized Functions
System Enhancement
Experimental Features
Key Feature:
• Unique and specialized functionality
✓ PROS
- • Perfect for specific needs
- • Can add distinctive character to system
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • May have limited universal appeal
Doepfer A-185-2 VEEurorack ModulePrecision CV Adder / Bus Access4 CV inputs - 1x with attenuator and bipolar switch3x...
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4.6/5
(41 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 547184
$98
#4
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4.9/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Doepfer A-133-2
by
Doepfer
Specialized Functions
System Enhancement
Creative Tools
Key Feature:
• Perfect for specific needs
✓ PROS
- • Often innovative and creative solutions
- • Unique and specialized functionality
✗ CONS
- • Very specific applications
- • Can be expensive for niche functionality
Doepfer A-133-2Eurorack ModuleDual VC Polariserchannel polariserInverterRing modulatorPer channel: manual control (gain...
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4.9/5
(55 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 499436
$108
#5
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4.6/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-156 Vintage Edition
by
Doepfer
Specialized Functions
Unique Capabilities
System Enhancement
Key Feature:
• May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
✓ PROS
- • Can add distinctive character to system
- • Unique and specialized functionality
✗ CONS
- • May become obsolete or unsupported
- • May have limited universal appeal
Doepfer A-156 Vintage EditionDual Control Voltage QuantizerVintage edition with black front plateConverts a continuous...
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4.6/5
(17 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 383657
$142
#6
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4.4/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Doepfer A-156
by
Doepfer
Experimental Features
System Enhancement
Creative Tools
Key Feature:
• Often innovative and creative solutions
✓ PROS
- • Can add distinctive character to system
- • Perfect for specific needs
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • Can be expensive for niche functionality
Doepfer A-156, Dual QuantiserThe A-156 Module is a dual control voltage quantiser. A quantiser converts a continuous...
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4.4/5
(9 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 176366
$131
#7
⭐
4.5/5
(8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Doepfer A-171-4
by
Doepfer
Specialized Functions
Custom Solutions
Experimental Features
Key Feature:
• May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
✓ PROS
- • May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
- • Unique and specialized functionality
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • Very specific applications
Doepfer A-171-4Eurorack ModuleVoltage-controlled 4-channel slew limiterSuitable for polyphonic portamento and other...
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4.5/5
(8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 568420
$120
#8
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5.0/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Doepfer A-149-3
by
Doepfer
Creative Tools
Custom Solutions
Specialized Functions
Key Feature:
• Unique and specialized functionality
✓ PROS
- • Unique and specialized functionality
- • Can add distinctive character to system
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • May have limited universal appeal
Doepfer A-149-3Eurorack ModuleFluctuating random voltagesInternal triangular oscillator with adjustable frequency and...
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5.0/5
(24 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 615940
$292
#9
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4.8/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-170
by
Doepfer
Custom Solutions
Unique Capabilities
System Enhancement
Key Feature:
• Often innovative and creative solutions
✓ PROS
- • Can add distinctive character to system
- • Perfect for specific needs
✗ CONS
- • May have limited universal appeal
- • Very specific applications
Doepfer A-170Dual Slew LimiterContains two separate slew limitersA limiter with a control for attack and release (0-10...
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4.8/5
(44 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 170872
$75
#10
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4.6/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-149-1
by
Doepfer
Custom Solutions
System Enhancement
Specialized Functions
Key Feature:
• Unique and specialized functionality
✓ PROS
- • Unique and specialized functionality
- • Can add distinctive character to system
✗ CONS
- • Can be expensive for niche functionality
- • Very specific applications
Doepfer A-149-1Eurorack ModuleGenerates 4 different random control voltages2 outputsTrim potentiometers for adjusting...
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4.6/5
(33 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 199098
$131
#11
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4.4/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Doepfer A-182-2
by
Doepfer
Unique Capabilities
Creative Tools
Specialized Functions
Key Feature:
• Can add distinctive character to system
✓ PROS
- • Can add distinctive character to system
- • Unique and specialized functionality
✗ CONS
- • Requires research to understand fully
- • Can be expensive for niche functionality
Doepfer A-182-2Eurorack ModulePassive routing module with 4 switching groupsThe upper position connects the top output...
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4.4/5
(52 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 467578
$66
#12
⭐
4.8/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Doepfer A-168-1
by
Doepfer
Unique Capabilities
Specialized Functions
Experimental Features
Key Feature:
• Can add distinctive character to system
✓ PROS
- • May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
- • Often innovative and creative solutions
✗ CONS
- • Very specific applications
- • May become obsolete or unsupported
Doepfer A-168-1PWM generatorEurorack modulePulse-width generatorDerives a rectangular signal with an adjustable pulse...
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4.8/5
(51 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
5/10
Value:
9/10
Art. 394745
$63
#13
⭐
5.0/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Doepfer A-151 VE
by
Doepfer
System Enhancement
Creative Tools
Experimental Features
Key Feature:
• Often innovative and creative solutions
✓ PROS
- • Can add distinctive character to system
- • May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
✗ CONS
- • May have limited universal appeal
- • Very specific applications
Doepfer A-151 VEEurorack ModuleVintage Edition with black front panelQuad Sequential switchElectronic4-step rotary...
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5.0/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
6/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 547303
$66
#14
⭐
4.8/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Doepfer A-185-2
by
Doepfer
Experimental Features
Unique Capabilities
Specialized Functions
Key Feature:
• May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
✓ PROS
- • Perfect for specific needs
- • Often innovative and creative solutions
✗ CONS
- • May become obsolete or unsupported
- • Can be expensive for niche functionality
Doepfer A-185-2Precision Adder / Buffer4 CV inputs (1x with controller3x without controllers)Width: 6 TE / HPDepth: 50...
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4.8/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
10/10
Art. 327743
$94
#15
⭐
4.9/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Doepfer A-171-2 VE
by
Doepfer
Experimental Features
Creative Tools
Specialized Functions
Key Feature:
• Perfect for specific needs
✓ PROS
- • May offer capabilities not found elsewhere
- • Can add distinctive character to system
✗ CONS
- • Can be expensive for niche functionality
- • May become obsolete or unsupported
Doepfer A-171-2 VEEurorack ModuleVoltage Controlled Slew Processor/GeneratorVintage EditionBlack front panelAdjustable...
⭐
4.9/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 527336
$142
How to Choose the Best Various 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 various 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.
