Doepfer A-170
Professional music gear - detailed information and where to buy
Doepfer
A-170
Product Info
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The A-170 is a workhorse module for smoothing out harsh edges and adding subtle movement to your sounds. It's a fantastic entry point into slew limiting, ideal for beginners and experienced modular users looking for a simple, reliable solution for rounding off sharp transients or creating gentle swells.
Product Description
- Doepfer A-170
- Dual Slew Limiter
- Contains two separate slew limiters
- A limiter with a control for attack and release (0-10 seconds)
- A limiter with separate controls for attack and release
- Eurorack format
- Width: 8 HP
- Depth: 40 mm
- Power requirement: +20 mA (+ 12V) / -20 mA (-12V)
PROS
- • Excellent slew shaping for smooth, organic modulation
- • Dual design offers versatile control over two signals
- • Doepfer build quality is reliable and robust
- • Compact 8HP footprint saves valuable rack space
CONS
- • Limited control compared to more advanced slew limiters
- • Power draw, while modest, adds up in a large modular system
- • Attack/release times are somewhat limited in range
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Dual Slew Limiter Module
Functions
Attack and release shaping of audio and CV signals, creating smooth transitions and dynamic effects
HP Width
8
Depth
40 mm
Power Draw
+20 mA (+12V) / -20 mA (-12V)
Connections
4 x 1/8in (3.5mm) patch jacks
Similar Products
Ibanez GRG320FA-TVT
ST Style Guitars
$439
Electric Guitar, Body: Poplar, Top: Basswood with Art Grain in flamed maple look, Bolt-on neck:...
NANO Modules ST-IN
Interface Modules
$149
Eurorack Module, Stereo input module and preamp for line signals, Gain control (+30 dB) and tilt...
Vostok Instruments Trace
Mixer, Attenuator Modules
$153
Eurorack Module, Analogue morphing scanner, 4-channel crossfader/scanner for audio and CV...
Shakmat Modular Bishop's Miscellenay MK2
Trigger, CV Sequencer
$439
Shakmat Modular Bishop's Miscellenay MK2, Eurorack Module, Dual Step CV/Gate Recorder, consisting of a sequence...
Tobinski LFOs
LFO Modules
$373
Eurorack Module, Dual LFO with extensive modulation options, 16 selectable waveforms per LFO (sawtooth,...
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a classic, offering a straightforward approach. Modern modules often have more complex modulation options and wider time ranges, but the A-170's simplicity is its strength.
Absolutely, though the longer attack/release times are limited. It’s best for gentle sweeps rather than dramatic, sweeping changes.
It’s a relatively low draw, but be mindful of your power supply's capacity, especially with many other modules running simultaneously.
