Korg VOLCA BASS Analog Bass Machine Synthesizer

Powerful Analog Bass Sound Creation and an Electribe-Inspired Sequencer for the Ultimate Bass Lines

Aggressive sounds that stand up to the drums; fat sounds that support the rhythm; funky sounds that generate a groove - the volca bass is an analog bassline groove box that has what you need for a wide range of bass lines.

Although simple in structure, the analog sound engine has an unmistakable presence with subtle nuances that cannot be reproduced by a digital simulation; it's a great choice for acid house and many other styles of music. The step sequencer distilled from the Electribe is not only visually intuitive; it's also a powerful way to generate "free form" bass loops that will stimulate your inspiration.

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 enter completely different phrases for each of the three oscillators and play the touch panel keyboard to record in real time, and up to eight sequence patterns can be stored in internal memory.

Slide Function That’s Indispensable for EDM

With its distinctively "sticky” sounding pitch and filter, acid bass is an indispensable type of sound for an analog synthesizer. The volca bass provides a Slide function that creates the impression of connected steps, making it easy for anyone to produce acid sounds. The slide can be specified for each step.

Active Step Function Generates New Bass Lines by Removing or Inserting Steps

Active Step is a function that lets you skip a step during sequence playback. It can create effects similar to a short loop or unexpectedly irregular rhythms, allowing dynamic performances just as though you were performing the sequence itself.

Self-Tuning Function Overcomes Pitch Drift

Until now, the problem with analog synthesizers has been that the pitch would drift with changes in temperature or the passage of time. The volca solves this by providing a Self-tuning function that constantly tunes the oscillators. You'll never need to tune during a performance, or wait for the pitch to stabilize after turning the power on.

SYNC jack and MIDI IN Connector Allow Synchronized Performances with Multiple Units or with Your DAW

By using the sync jack you can enjoy synchronized playback with multiple volcas or with a monotribe. You can also use the "SyncKontrol" iPhone app to wirelessly control tap tempo, swing settings, and synchronized playback with iOS music apps via WIST. The MIDI IN connector lets you synchronize with other devices as well as play the volca from your MIDI keyboard. You can also send note messages from your DAW and use the volca as an analog sound module.

Compact Size, Battery-Powered Operation, and Built-In Speaker for Enjoyment Anywhere

With its compact size, battery operation, and built-in speaker, it's easy to take the volca anywhere and perform any time.

Key Features

Powerful Analog Bass Sound

• Three oscillators generate a variety of bass sounds
• Newly designed analog filter for crisp, bright response
• Simple structure with single VCF, VCA, LFO, and EG

Loop Sequencer Distilled from the Electribe Series

• Step Sequencer distilled from the Electribe series
• 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 overcomes pitch drift - the weak point of an analog synth
• SYNC jack and MIDI IN connector allow synchronized performances with multiple units or with your DAW
• Compact size, battery-powered operation, and built-in speaker for enjoyment anywhere