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Korg Volca Kick - Analog Kick Generator

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Korg Volca Kick - Analog Kick Generator
Key Features
  • Analog Bass Synthesis
  • Self-Tuning Oscillators
  • 3 Analog Oscillators
  • Built-In 16-Step Sequencer
The Volca Kick - Analog Kick Generator from Korg features an analog circuit based on the powerful resonant sound of the original MS-20 filter and creates a wide range of kick sounds only possible through analog circuitry. Possible tones range from solid kick drums to crisp kick basses. The integrated 16-step sequencer features Touch FX, which lets you control an effect instantly, giving you unprecedented live performance potential. Pattern chaining allows you to create a large-scale structure of 256 steps (16 steps x 16 patterns). The unit can also be controlled with its multi-touch keys allowing for pitched sequences for creating kick-basslines well suited for trap and grime.
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Korg Volca Kick Overview

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The Volca Kick - Analog Kick Generator from Korg features an analog circuit based on the powerful resonant sound of the original MS-20 filter and creates a wide range of kick sounds only possible through analog circuitry. Possible tones range from solid kick drums to crisp kick basses. The integrated 16-step sequencer features Touch FX, which lets you control an effect instantly, giving you unprecedented live performance potential. Pattern chaining allows you to create a large-scale structure of 256 steps (16 steps x 16 patterns). The unit can also be controlled with its multi-touch keys allowing for pitched sequences for creating kick-basslines well suited for trap and grime.

Designed with a straightforward structure, the Volca Kick utilizes the MS-20 Resonator (Pitch/Bend/Time) to generate the core tone, while the Pulse Color/Level adds the initial attack and the Amp Attack/Decay adjusts the decay of the sound. Use the Drive and Tone controls to add multiple stages of distortion and adjust the high frequencies. The unit can receive MIDI from an external controller or DAW via its 5-pin DIN connector. Multiple units from the Volca line can be clock-synced with the 1/8" Sync In and Out connectors. It can be powered by the included six AA batteries or with the optional KA-350 AC adapter.

  • Analog kick sounds generated by MS-20 filter oscillation
  • Aggressively control the sound using Drive and Tone
  • Powerful kick-bass that rules the beat
  • 16-step sequencer allows automation of all parameters
  • Active Step generates new beats and bass lines by removing or inserting steps
  • Use Accent, Slide, and Bend Reverse to power-up your sequences
  • Touch FX controls real-time sequence effects for instant cuts, breaks, and fills
  • Playback can be synchronized with another unit

Korg Volca Kick Specs

Keyboard
Multi-touch Keyboard with Step Key
Synthesizer Type
Analog
Structure
VCF (no input MS-20 Rev1 filter as resonator)
Pulse Generator
VCA
Analogue Drive
Analogue Tone
Resonator
MS-20 Resonator: Pitch/Octave, Bend, Time
Operating Pulse Width
Pulse: Color, Level
Amplifier
Attack, Decay
Tone
Tone: Low-Pass Filter, 12 dB/Oct
Drive: Yes
Sequencer
Number of Parts: 1
Number of Steps: 16
Number of Recording Patterns: 16 (each with its own sound program)
Controls: Pattern Chain, Motion Sequence, Touch FX, Active Step, Accent (On/Off, Depth), Slide, Bend Reverse, Roll (1/4, 1/2, 1/1, 4/3, 2/1, 3/1), Octave (1 Oct Up, 2 Oct Up), Sustain, Swing
Connectors
1x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Stereo Mini Jack Headphone Output
1x 1/8" (3.5 mm) Mono Mini Jack Sync In
1x 1/8" (3/5 mm) Mono Mini Jack Sync Out
1x 5-Pin DIN MIDI In
Power Supply
6x AA Alkaline or Nickel-Metal Hybrid Batteries
Optional KA-350 Adapter (9 VDC)
Battery Life
10 Hours (Approximate, Using Alkaline Batteries)
Dimensions
7.61 x 4.54 x 1.82" (193 x 115 x 46 mm)
Weight
13.3 oz (377.0 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.695 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.5 x 6.05 x 2.8"

Korg Volca Kick Reviews

Great MS20 Kick

By Thomas
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-02

The Korg Volca Kick is a fantastic and beefy analog percussion/bass module which, while limited, completely delivers. First off I love Korg so much more than Moog for its filters but specifically for its MS20 filter. This Volca takes the MS20 filter and puts it in kick form. I absolutely love the completely analog tones that come out of this thing. It is limited but what it does do it does so well. Everyone needs a solid kick for the foundation of any great track. This delivers in spades. I recommend slowing down your attack time to take away any clickiness to your kick. This will sound more natural. Also I recommend sampling your kick tone and using your Volca Kick sample in your sampler or DAW of your choosing. This way you get consistent phase interplay between this and other samples. Always check you phases. Especially with the kick, a random analog start phase to your sound will make the body of your track breathe in an undesirable way. The Volca Kick can also be used as a bass synth and, while I haven't done this yet, I'm sure when I get around to it I'll love it as well.

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