Korg Volca Drum

The Volca Drum provides six parts, each with two layers, from which the user selects any one of 5 oscillator waveforms including sine, sawtooth, and HPF noise. Additionally, the user can select from three types of pitch modulators and amplifier envelope generators, each optimized for drum sounds. Edit layers separately or together while adding bit reduction, wave-folder depth, overdrive, and distortion. A waveguide resonator adds sympathetic resonances to the sound and provides two selected types including tube, which adds the resonance of a cylindrical object such as a drum body or a long pipe; or strings, which adds the metallic resonance of a string.

The onboard step-sequencer allows the user to manually input up to 16 steps per pattern, but also can be used for real-time recording. The pattern chaining function can chain up to 16 sequences to construct patterns with up to 256 steps. Use the motion sequence function to record knob movements during real-time recording and reproduce them during playback. There are a total of 69 different parameters that can be recorded and played back. Additional features and functions include Active Step, which replaces steps for each part; and Slice, which finely divides a step to allow drum-rolls; an Accent function that can be specified in 16 levels; and a convenient Choke function for specific grouping of parts.

The Volca Drum can be synchronized with other Volcas and Electribes via the trigger I/O. Additionally, the machine features a standard 5-pin DIN connector for connecting to other sequencers, allowing the unit to perform as a drum module.

The Volca Modular utilizes a single part for programming the eight modules in the engine including Source, Functions, Woggle, Split, Dual LPG, Utility, Space Out, and Sequence. The onboard step-sequencer allows the user to manually input up to 16 steps per pattern, but also can be used for real-time recording. The pattern chaining function can chain up to 16 sequences to construct patterns with up to 256 steps. Use the motion sequence function to record knob movements during real-time recording and reproduce them during playback. Additional features and functions include Randomize, which generates accidental ideas, while two added playback modes, Bounce and Stochastic, makes a round trip through the steps or gradually proceeds while randomly moving forward and backward. Also included are advanced musical scales, keys, and micro-tunings. Choose from 14 types of scales including equal temperament. Since you can also specify the tonic key from which these scales start, you can play these scales in any key.

The Volca Modular can be synchronized with other Volcas and Electribes via the Sync I/O. Additionally, the machine features a single TRS-mini CV input, allowing for two CV inputs to control the pitch and other functions from an outside source.

SOURCE
This consists of a triangle VCO carrier and a modulator. The complex overtones generated by FM modulation are sent through a wave folder circuit to add additional overtones, producing a distinctive sound. This module is important in determining the basic character of the sound of volca modular.

FUNCTIONS
This section consists of two function (envelope) generators. In addition to an ADH generator with attack, hold, and release, there's a Rise-Fall generator, also known as a slope generator, which not only applies time-varying change to the sound but also lets you patch the end trigger out back into the trigger in as a loop, making it usable as a VCO or LFO.

WOGGLE
This is a random signal generator containing a sample & hold circuit that uses pink noise as its source. Two outputs are provided, allowing it to output either stepped or smooth random noise.

SPLIT
This module distributes one input to two outputs. It can also be used in the reverse direction, combining two control or audio signals into one.

DUAL LPG
This consists of two low-pass gate circuits. Typical of the West Coast style of synthesis, the module packages a filter with an amp, allowing the brightness and volume of the sound to vary together.

UTILITY
This is a mixing scaling module that combines two signals in various ways. It can mix not only audio signals but also control signals, as well as inverting or attenuating those signals.

SPACE OUT
This is a stereo module that applies a reverb-like effect to the audio signal.

SEQUENCES
This module is for connecting to the internal sequencer. You can set the tempo, and select different rhythm divisions to output via the gate counter.

Powerful sound of analog percussion coupled with an amazing 16-step sequencer is what gives you the possibility to create these smashing drum sequences. Six analog drum parts and four PCM drum parts ensure that you can edit everything the way you want, to infinity. And even though it is an analog drum machine, you will not have to worry losing those amazing sequences, since now you can store multiple patterns for easy recall. Volca Beats can be powered either by batteries or by optional AC power (adapter sold separately). Also, it can be controlled via any MIDI sequencer out there since it has a MIDI input, and if that is not enough, Sync I/O will ensure that you will be able to play in time with Monotribe and Monotron synths.

Volca Kick confidently provides powerful low end for bass and percussion, so if you are from the dub, hip hop or other bass-heavy genres, this one is definitely a must-have. Producers often use pitch and filter modulation when producing new kick drum sounds, and the Volca Kick makes it easier with just three knobs: Pitch, Bend and Time. This Resonator section will truly enable you to come up with something amazing. The take-home message is clear: with the new Volca, sonic range and possibilities are nearly endless.

The fusion of a newly developed vacuum tube oscillator with a classic ladder filter
A vacuum tube oscillator circuit forms the heart of volca nubass, utilizing groundbreaking Nutube technology.

A transistor ladder low-pass filter that produces a distinctive sound

Analog driver circuit

volca sequencer makes performing and composing simple and intuitive
A 16-step sequencer that lets you automate parameters

Three functions to create grooves on volca nubass

Excellent playability
Connectors that allow synchronized performance and external control

Enjoy anywhere
Compact, size, battery operation, and built-in speaker mean that you can take this unit anywhere and enjoy playing on the go.

Perfect for both studio use and live performances, Volca Bass gives you three self-tuning oscillators that make sure you keep on punching those fat sounds in perfect pitch and a 16-step sequencer as well, which will be of immense use when building your grooves. Besides, you can connect a MIDI controller (or an external step-sequencer) and synchronise both of them via Sync I/O, which makes for an easy integration into the rest of your gear, especially other Volcas and Korg's Monotribe and Monotron synths. Also, its compact size and battery power ensures that wherever you go, Volca Bass can go with you.

If you are a fan of analog synths or are just starting out, Korg's Volca Keys packs an interface that you will find astonishingly flexible, all in an extremely affordable and portable box. To make sure the pitch as stable as possible, the 3-note synth has self-tuning analog oscillators and lets you combine those three voices into unison sounds or chords. Also, there is an integrated filter as well as a delay effect and an arpeggiator, and with all of those combine, only the sky is the limit, sound-wise. And no worries if you forget the patterns, since Volca Keys can save up to eight of them for you. Loop and Motion sequencers make your ideas easy to shape on the spot, and with its compact size and battery power, you can play anywhere, anytime. Volca Keys also integrates to your rig very well: MIDI I/O for control via MIDI sequencer, and Sync I/O so you can play in time with other Volcas or Korg's Monotribe and Monotron synths.

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If you are a fan of analog synths or are just starting out, Korg's Volca Keys packs an interface that you will find astonishingly flexible, all in an extremely affordable and portable box. To make sure the pitch as stable as possible, the 3-note synth has self-tuning analog oscillators and lets you combine those three voices into unison sounds or chords. Also, there is an integrated filter as well as a delay effect and an arpeggiator, and with all of those combine, only the sky is the limit, sound-wise. And no worries if you forget the patterns, since Volca Keys can save up to eight of them for you. Loop and Motion sequencers make your ideas easy to shape on the spot, and with its compact size and battery power, you can play anywhere, anytime. Volca Keys also integrates to your rig very well: MIDI I/O for control via MIDI sequencer, and Sync I/O so you can play in time with other Volcas or Korg's Monotribe and Monotron synths.