Korg Volca Modular Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer and 16-Step Sequencer

Let the Volca Modular Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer and 16-Step Sequencer be your gateway to the innovative world of modular synthesis. This sophisticated instrument is designed for the modern musician and producer seeking advanced sound design capabilities with the ease of a semi-modular setup. The Volca Modular is a testament to Korg's commitment to high-quality, professional audio equipment, offering a unique and different flavor of analog sounds.

At the heart of the Volca Modular lies its eight meticulously crafted modules, each chosen for its standalone completeness and interconnected to produce sound even without patch cables. The intuitive panel layout, highlighted by white lines, guides users through the internal signal flow, while the 50 patch points invite endless sonic exploration. The included twenty pin cables and a reference sheet provide a solid foundation for understanding and experimenting with modular patching.

The Source module, with its triangle VCO carrier and modulator, is central to the Volca Modular's sound, creating complex overtones through FM modulation and a wave folder circuit. The Functions section offers two versatile envelope generators, including an ADH generator and a Rise-Fall generator, which doubles as a VCO or LFO. The Woggle module, a source of randomness, delivers both stepped and smooth random noise, perfect for unpredictable sonic textures.

The Split module efficiently distributes signals, while the Dual LPG, typical of West Coast synthesis, combines a filter and amp for simultaneous control over brightness and volume. The Utility module excels in mixing and scaling signals, and the Space Out module adds a stereo, reverb-like effect. The Sequences module connects seamlessly to the built-in sequencer, allowing for intricate rhythmic patterns and tempo control.

The Volca Modular's 16-step sequencer elevates this instrument from a sound design tool to a performance-ready powerhouse. With step input, realtime recording, pattern chaining, motion sequence recording, and active step functions, the sequencer offers a multitude of ways to shape your music. Innovative features like randomization and two new sequence modes - bounce and stochastic - provide fresh inspiration and unexpected results.

Despite its West Coast synthesis roots, the Volca Modular supports contemporary music creation with 14 selectable scales, key specification, and a micro tuning function for creating music in any tuning you desire. Connectivity is also a breeze, with sync and CV IN jacks for integrating with other gear and external control.

Compact and portable, the Volca Modular is battery-operated and equipped with a built-in speaker, making it an ideal choice for musicians on the go. Whether in the studio or on stage, the Volca Modular Semi-Modular Analog Synthesizer and 16-Step Sequencer stands as a beacon of creativity, offering a fresh perspective on sound and a new approach to synthesis.