Doepfer A-130

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Doepfer A-130

Doepfer

A-130

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Product Info

Article Number: 170870
Brand: Doepfer
Model: A-130
Category: VCA Modules
Price: $75.90

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The A-130 is a workhorse VCA, plain and simple. It's a foundational module for any Eurorack system, particularly great for beginners or those needing a reliable, clean amplification stage for CV or audio signals. Its simplicity and affordability make it an excellent starting point for understanding voltage control.

Product Description

  • Doepfer A-130
  • Linear VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier)
  • Linear VCA
  • Primarily for controlling control voltages
  • Width: 8 HP
  • Depth: 45 mm
  • Power requirements: +20 mA (+12 V) / -10 mA (-12 V)
PROS
  • • Rock-solid Doepfer build quality, feels very durable
  • • Linear response provides predictable and clean amplification
  • • Low power draw makes it easy on your PSU
  • • Compact size (8HP) saves precious space in a modular rack
CONS
  • • Limited to a single channel – not ideal for complex modulation
  • • Simple design lacks advanced features like offset or attenuation
  • • Can sound a bit sterile compared to more characterful VCAs
  • • The linear response might not suit all audio shaping needs

Product Video

Key Features

Channels 1
Response Linear
HP Width 8
Depth 45 mm
Power Draw +20 mA / -10 mA
CV Inputs 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

It handles both, but its linear response makes it better suited for CV control where predictable behavior is crucial. Audio signals will be amplified cleanly, but lack character.
The Intellijel offers more flexibility with dual channels and attenuation, while the A-130 prioritizes a compact size and very low power consumption.
While it amplifies, you can use it to attenuate by feeding back the output into the CV input; however, it lacks a dedicated attenuation control.

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