Tiptop Audio ATX1 VCO

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Tiptop Audio ATX1 VCO

Tiptop Audio

ATX1 VCO

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 587386
Model: ATX1 VCO
Price: $240.90

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The ATX1 is a seriously good-sounding core oscillator, especially if you're chasing that classic analog warmth. The ART mode is a really cool twist, letting you explore evolving textures, but it takes a bit of practice to tame. Perfect for experimental sound design and patching in any Eurorack setup.

Product Description

  • Tiptop Audio ATX1 VCO
  • Eurorack Module
  • Analogue VCO
  • 3 Switchable modes: ART
  • 1V/Oct
  • Current consumption: 105 mA (+12 V) / 33 mA (-12 V)
  • Width: 8 U
  • Depth: 40 mm
PROS
  • • Excellent core oscillator sound; warm, vintage analog character.
  • • ART mode offers a unique, evolving tonal palette.
  • • Solid build quality; feels robust and well-assembled.
  • • Versatile LFO mode expands utility beyond basic VCO functions.
CONS
  • • Limited waveform selection compared to higher-end VCOs.
  • • Current draw is noticeable; impacts power budget in tight systems.
  • • ART mode can be unpredictable without careful parameter tweaking.

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Key Features

Type Analogue VCO
Waveforms Triangle, Sawtooth, ART (Adaptive Timbre Resynthesis)
HP Width 8
Depth 40 mm
Power Draw 105 mA (+12 V) / 33 mA (-12 V)
CV Inputs 1V/Octave

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Frequently Asked Questions

The ART mode is a simplified version of what you find in the Zorga, offering a taste of its timbre-shifting capabilities without the complexity of multiple modulation inputs.
Yes, tracking is generally very good, but extreme CV voltages beyond +/-5V can introduce slight inaccuracies, typical for analog designs of this type.
Absolutely; the sawtooth waveform is punchy and well-defined, making it a solid choice for bass duties, though you'll need to manage the tuning with careful CV application.

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