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MOTM is also referred as 5U format. It shares the same height with the MU format but differs in width. MOTM is 1.75" wide per unit.

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There are 395 MOTM modules to choose from. Users build 1223 Racks in this universe.

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Clatters
18 Mar 2025 Clatters
EXP-FX and the Sibilla bundle are back in stock! https://clattersmachines.com/shop/ 
Archaea Exchange
18 Mar 2025 Archaea
New Exchange Firmware released v1.1. • Bug fix to using Exchange with some USB hubs • MIDI note messages can now be used to control input-output connections and input modes allowing direct MIDI control of patching • A MIDI Program Change message can be optionally transmitted over USB MIDI from a preset change • New MIDI utilities: MIDI monitor and MIDI USB-bus thru modes  
Axis Modular
18 Mar 2025 Axis Modular
Hi all, I am running a sale on my Etsy UK store this week only. 10% off everything and free UK delivery. Ends 23rd March 2025 
Black Noise
14 Mar 2025 Black Noise
Spring Sale is almost over! Last chance to get up to 30% off modules and DIY kits ! https://blacknoisemodular.com/ 
Polykit Ring
13 Mar 2025 Polykit
Our Ring Modulator module is now available! It’s a classic analog design to create bell-like and metallic effects. Check out the full DIY kits and PCBs in our store https://store.polykit.rocks 
Omnitone Beatsi
10 Mar 2025 Omnitone
NEW MODULE: Beatsi is a compact 5-piece drum voice that uses the fundamental building blocks of synthesis! ⚡⚡⚡ Check out all its sounds here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NW88GzCcHNA  
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Top Modules rated by users

  1. Oakley Oakley VCO Ø 5.00 (4)
  2. Synthesis Technology MOTM 440 LPF Ø 5.00 (4)
  3. Synthesis Technology MOTM 300 Ultra Voltage-Controlled Oscillator Ø 5.00 (4)
  4. Oakley Deep Equinoxe Ø 5.00 (2)
  5. Synthesis Technology MOTM 380 Quad LFO Ø 5.00 (2)
  6. Oakley Slim VCO B Ø 5.00 (2)
  7. Modcan Dual Quantizer 55B Ø 5.00 (2)
  8. Modcan VCDO 58B Ø 5.00 (2)
  9. CGS CGS-65 Tube VCA Ø 5.00 (2)
  10. STG Soundlabs Post-Lawsuit Lowpass Filter Ø 5.00 (2)
  11. Synthesis Technology MOTM 900 Power Supply Ø 5.00 (2)
  12. Oakley SVF Ø 5.00 (2)
  13. Modcan Matrix Filter 68B Ø 5.00 (2)
  14. Encore Electronics Freqency Shifter Ø 5.00 (2)
  15. Blacet TimeMachine Ø 5.00 (2)
  16. Synthesis Technology MOTM 320 LFO Ø 5.00 (2)
  17. YuSynth VCO Ø 5.00 (2)
  18. Oakley Looping ADSR/VCA Ø 5.00 (2)
  19. Oakley MultiMix 5 Ø 5.00 (2)
  20. Synthesis Technology MOTM 410 Triple Resonant Filter with Dual VCLFO Ø 4.75 (4)
  21. Synthesis Technology MOTM 800 ADSR Envelope Generator Ø 4.67 (3)
  22. Oakley Journeyman VCF Ø 4.67 (3)
  23. Encore Electronics UEG Ø 4.67 (3)
  24. Oakley MidiDAC Ø 4.60 (5)
  25. MFOS 16 Step Rotary Sequencer Ø 4.50 (4)

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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