Tiptop Audio Model 257t

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Tiptop Audio Model 257t

Tiptop Audio

Model 257t

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 552532
Model: Model 257t
Price: $174.90

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The 257t is a seriously useful little module for any modular setup. It’s a clean, efficient way to mix and modulate signals, and that voltage-controlled crossfader is a real creative asset. Perfect for sound designers and anyone wanting more nuanced control over their modulation sources.

Product Description

  • Tiptop Audio Model 257t
  • Eurorack Module
  • Dual Voltage processor
  • 2 Identical channels
  • each with 3 inputs for scaling
  • inverting
  • mixing and modulating control voltages and audio signals
  • Input Va with bipolar attenuator
  • Voltage-controlled crossfader (inputs Vb & Vc) with switchable +5 V offset for input Vb
  • Sum output with adjustable offset (0 V - 10 V)
  • Power consumption: 45 mA (+12 V) / 22 mA (-12 V)
  • Width: 14 U
  • Depth: 25 mm
PROS
  • • Dual voltage processing offers exceptional flexibility for complex modulation.
  • • Voltage-controlled crossfader adds dynamic, expressive control over signals.
  • • Compact 14HP footprint maximizes space in tight Eurorack setups.
  • • Solid aluminum faceplate provides a premium feel and durable build.
CONS
  • • Limited number of inputs per channel may restrict complex signal routing.
  • • Offset adjustments can be a little fiddly without precise calibration.
  • • Power draw, while not excessive, is noticeable in power-constrained systems.

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Key Features

Channels 2
Type Mixer/Attenuator Module
HP Width 14
Depth 25mm
Power Draw 45mA (+12V) / 22mA (-12V)
Connections 6 x 3.5mm TS Inputs, 1 x 3.5mm TS Output, 1 x 3.5mm TS Offset Output

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Frequently Asked Questions

It allows for precise scaling of positive or negative voltage signals, effectively inverting them if needed, providing a wider range of modulation possibilities.
It's a subtle offset, but it provides a useful starting point for dynamic crossfading without needing to adjust the module's internal offset every time.
The 257t offers a more focused feature set with the voltage-controlled crossfader and dual voltage processing, whereas the Quadmix prioritizes more routing options and a higher channel count – it's a different design philosophy.

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