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The 500 Series is not a modular synthesizer format but a modular audio processing stack and was originally developed by API.

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There are 638 500 Series modules to choose from. Users build 4318 Racks in this universe.

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AtoVproject lx-euclid
11 Oct 2024 AtoVproject

lx-euclid

New module by AtoVproject! The lx-euclid with its circular display and gold plated touch rings is a 4 channel euclidean rhythm generator with fully assignable CV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0AMxjm-TGY 
Fully Wired Electronics Simple Voltage Controlled Oscillator
11 Oct 2024 Fully Wired Electronics

Simple Voltage Controlled Oscillator

Introducing the Simple Voltage Controlled Oscillator, a 6HP 3340 based oscillator module, capable of hard/soft oscillator syncing, linear/exponential FM and features a dedicated PWM circuit. https://www.fullywiredelectronics.com/product-page/simple-voltage-controlled-oscillator 
Erd ERD/FUSE
10 Oct 2024 Erd

ERD/FUSE

Fix and volatile, 10.10 triggers the de-lightful release of ERD/FUSE: ERD/FUSE is the first module designed to initiate pyrotechnic or explosive events from within the modular domain.  
RYO
10 Oct 2024 RYO
After yrs of empty promises, undelivered upon hints and general vapourware ideas n dreams it's finally real enough to warrant rustlings in grasses such as this news board - yup, the new RYOModular product line is finally beginning release phase and will likely be making initial appearances in Synthcube by the time you're reading this! Yaaaaaay! 
Larix Elektro
9 Oct 2024 Larix Elektro
New module is arrived: DUAL UNDULA OSCILLATOR Sinus core VCO, with wavefolder, VCA. Lots of I/O Can work as a full synth voice, MS processor, and even as a dual filter. See more info here : https://www.larix-elektro.com/PRODUCT_AUDIO_UNDULA.html 
NANO Modules ARC
8 Oct 2024 NANO Modules

ARC

🤖 We’re excited to share that ARC is finally here! 🎉 Introducing our new Dual Function Generator—the ultimate modulation master! With features like a Slew Limiter, Attenuverter (VCA/Polarizer), Sustain Mode, Offset Adjust, and even a Logic Section. Available now for just €225. Link in bio! Get yours on our website or at your favorite retailer ⚡️  
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Top Modules rated by users

  1. API 550A Ø 5.00 (4)
  2. Elysia Nvelope 500 Ø 5.00 (4)
  3. Serpent SB4001 Ø 5.00 (3)
  4. Solid State Logic ULTRAVIOLET Stereo Equaliser Ø 5.00 (3)
  5. Smart Research C1LA Ø 5.00 (3)
  6. Classic API VP28 Ø 5.00 (3)
  7. FMR Audio RNC 500 Ø 5.00 (2)
  8. Pete’s Place Electrodyne 501 Ø 5.00 (2)
  9. Rupert Neve Designs 535 Ø 5.00 (2)
  10. Kush Audio Electra Ø 5.00 (2)
  11. Shadow Hills Dual Vandergraph Ø 5.00 (2)
  12. Louder Than Liftoff Chop Shop Void Corp Edition Ø 5.00 (2)
  13. IGS Audio S-Type 500 Ø 5.00 (2)
  14. Louder Than Liftoff Chroma Ø 5.00 (2)
  15. WES Audio Rhea Ø 5.00 (2)
  16. Elysia Xfilter 500 Ø 4.75 (4)
  17. DIYRE Colour Palette MK2 Ø 4.67 (3)
  18. Elysia Xpressor 500 Ø 4.60 (5)
  19. Elysia Karacter 500 Ø 4.50 (4)
  20. Sound Skulptor MP573 Ø 4.50 (2)
  21. Trident Audio Developments 80B 500 Series EQ Ø 4.50 (2)
  22. API 512c Ø 4.50 (2)

Modules have to be rated at least 2 times to appear in this list. Any module with a rating better than Ø 4.35 is considered to be above average.

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