Korg Announces Analogue Volca Line: Loop Synth, Bass and Rhythm Machine

Korg is marking it’s 50th anniversary right!

Pioneers of powerful and compact music tools, Korg has now added the Volca series to the mix. The Volca Series includes the analogue Volca Beats, Volca Bass and Volca Keys. These nostalgia-packed tools look to be incredibly popular among first time analogue owners due to their simplicity and affordability.

The Volca Series from Korg.

The Volca series from Korg is available now for $205.00 MSRP each, with a street price of around $149.99…each. Lets take a quick look at some of the features as explained by Korg:

Three true-analog synthesizers with built-in sequencers to generate the ultimate analog leads, basses, and rhythms

Following in the footsteps of the monotron, monotribe, and MS-20 Mini analog synthesizers, Korg announces the Volca series. volca is a new lineup of EDM production tools comprised of three distinct models: the Volca Keys lead synthesizer, the volca Bass synthesizer, and the Volca Beats rhythm machine. These powerful and fun-to-use true-analog devices deliver a diverse array of fat sounds that can be obtained only from an analog synthesizer. Each is also equipped with sequencing/recording capabilities for intuitively generating performances. Multiple volcas can be used in tandem via the vintage-style sync in/out, and with your favorite DAW software or MIDI keyboard via MIDI In. Battery operation and built-in speakers mean that you can conveniently play anywhere and anytime. These are the next-generation analog synthesizers, bringing you the ultimate sounds and grooves with ease and depth. Whether used together or by themselves, the volca series is poised to inject true analog power into any performance or studio setup!

Volca Keys

Analogue Loop Synth

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The ideal introductory synthesizer, with a simple – yet powerful – polyphonic analog sound engine and loop sequencer

The polyphonic synthesizer you’ve been waiting for

• Three note true analogue synthesis
• Voicing function lets anyone create sounds easily
• Delay effect for even more sonic possibilities

Simple loop sequencer

• Loop sequencer lets you record phases just as you play them
• Motion Sequencer records knob edits in real time
• Active Step function and Flux function to add dynamic change to your sequences

Convenient functions for tremendous ease of use

• Self-tuning function for constant, stable pitch
• Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg’s Monotribe
• Compact size, battery-powered operation, and built-in speaker for enjoyment anywhere

Volca Bass

Analogue Bass Machine

Volca Bass has us thinking mini 303.

Powerful analog bass sound creation and an Electribe-inspired sequencer for the ultimate bass lines

Powerful analog bass sound

• Three analogue oscillators for thick, huge bass line
• Newly designed analog filter for crisp, bright response
• Simple structure with single VCF, VCA, LFO, and EG

Loop sequencer distilled from the Electribe series

• Electribe-style 16-step sequencer with eight memory patches
• Slide function that’s indispensable for acid and other types of electronic music
• Active Step function generates new bass lines by removing or inserting steps

Convenient functions for ease of use

• Self-tuning function for constant, stable pitch
• Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg’s Monotribe
• Go-anywhere analogue: play anywhere with the built-in speaker and optional battery power

Volca Beats

Analogue Rhythm Machine

And Volca Beats drops the beats – with analogue drums!

Peerless beats generated by solid analog drum sounds and an Electribe-style sequencer

Powerful analog drum sounds

• Real analog sounds created with reference to classic rhythm machines
• Six editable analogue parts with one knob per function for easy editing
• Maximum effect from minimal parameters – a unique advantage of analog
• PCM sound engine expands possibilities when used with analog sounds

Loop sequencer distilled from the Electribe series

• Electribe-style 16-step sequencer with eight memory patches
• Stutter function generates repeated triggers that dramatically change the sequence
• Active Step function generates new bass lines by removing or inserting steps.
• Step Jump function instantly plays only the step you’re pressing

Convenient functions for incredible ease of use

• Sync In and Out allows clock sync of multiple instruments from the volca Series as well as Korg’s Monotribe
• MIDI In for note entry, plus external sync and control from your DAW
• Go-anywhere analogue: play anywhere with the built-in speaker and optional battery power

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