Korg Volca Beats Analog Rhythm Machine

The Korg Volca Beats True Analog Rhythm Machine Peerless beats generated by solid analog drum sounds and an Electribe-style sequencer. Even today, more than thirty years after the age dominated by analog synthesizers, we just can't let go of the sound of analog rhythm machines. Those thick sounds have the power to stand up to guitar and acoustic drums, and are still indispensable for track-making or live performance.

Real Analog Sounds Created with Reference to Classic Rhythm Machines

The volca beats provides six of the sounds for which the greatness of analog shines most clearly: Kick, Snare, Hi Tom, Lo Tom, Closed Hi Hat, and Open Hi Hat. Paying careful attention to the standard sounds that are indispensable for dance music and that are included on numerous synthesizers and sampling CDs, we've designed powerful new sounds that could not be produced by any means other than analog.

Maximum Impact from Minimal Parameters - A Unique Advantage of Analog

The volca beats provides a carefully selected minimal set of parameters that let you quickly create the drum sound you want. For example, simply by using the three knobs Click, Pitch, and Decay, you can create an incredible variety of kick sounds, ranging from rough sounds that dominate the low range to tight sounds that keep a precise beat.

PCM Sound Engine Covers Sounds for Which Analog is Unsuited

The PCM sound engine is used to cover sounds for which an analog synth is unsuited, such as Clap, Claves, Agogo, and Crash. We've also paid attention to the PCM engine, and have reproduced the rough lo-fi sound of the '80s.

The Electribe's Step Sequencer

This step sequencer is designed to make editing easy and to let you add or remove parts in an improvisational way. You can use the 16 step keys to intuitively enter notes while visually monitoring the timing of the notes within the measure. You can also play the touch panel keyboard to record in real time.

Stutter Function Generates Repeated Triggers That Dramatically Change the Sequence

You can use the Stutter function to dramatically expand your live performance possibilities by adding drum rolls or delay-like effects. It can be used to completely transform the feel of the entire pattern, or as a fill when switching patterns. Movements of the Stutter knob can also be recorded in a sequence.

Product Specifications:

Pads: 16 x keypad shaped touch sensors

Sounds: 10 drum parts

Patterns: 8 user patterns

Sequencer: 16-step

Analog Inputs: 1 x Sync input

Analog Outputs: 1 x Sync output

Headphones: 1 x 1/8"

MIDI I/O: In

Power Source:  AC adapter (sold separately), 6 x AA

Height: 1.78"

Width: 7.61"

Depth: 4.54"

Weight: .8 lbs.