The ideal introductory synthesizer, with a simple – yet powerful – polyphonic analog sound engine and loop sequencer
Volca Keys is a long-awaited synthesizer that adds a new chapter to the long and storied history of Korg's analog synthesizers. Volca keys is a 27-key analog lead synth that generates unbelievably powerful sound from its compact body. Starting with a filter section that uses the circuitry of the legendary miniKORG700S (1974), it delivers astonishing sound that takes full advantage of Korg's half-century of know-how in circuit design.
With a simple structure that includes delay effect and a sequencer, it's also an ideal choice as a first analog synth. It offers the richly expressive sounds that are distinctive of an analog synth, providing the enjoyment of simple yet deep sound-creation.
- The polyphonic synthesizer you've been waiting for
・Simple three-voice analog synthesizer
・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
・ Use the Motion Sequence function to meticulously craft your loops
・Use the Active Step function and Flux function to add dynamic change to your sequences - Convenient functions for tremendous 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
KORG Volca Keys ANALOG SYNTH MACHINE
Specs
Keyboard
Multi touch Keyboard
Synthesizer
Type
- Analog synthesis
Maximum Polyphony
- 3
Structure
- 3VCO, 1VCF, 1VCA, 1LFO, 1EG
VCO
- Octave, Ring Modulation, Detune, Portamento, EG Int.
VCO Wave
- Sawtooth, Square
VCF
- Cutoff, Peak, EG Int
VCF Type
- Low Pass Filter, 12 db/oct
LFO
- Rate, Pitch Int, Cutoff Int, Wave (Sawtooth, Triangle, Square)
EG
- Attack, Decay/Release, Sustain
Effects
Delay
- Time, Feedback, Temp Sync
Sequencer
Number of parts
- 1
Number of Steps
- 16
Number of Recording Patterns
- 8
Connectors
Audio Output
- Headphones (3.5mm stereo mini jack)
Sync
- Sync In (3.5mm monaural mini jack, Maximum input level: 20V)
- Sync Out (3.5mm monaural mini jack, Maximum Output level: 5V)
MIDI
- In
Power
Battery Life
- Approximately 10 hours (using alkaline batteries)
Power supply
- AA alkaline battery ×6
- AA nickel-metal hydride battery ×6
- AC adapter “KA-350” (optional)Accessories
- AA alkaline battery ×6 (for verifying operation)
Options
- AC adapter (KA-350) (sold Seperatly)
Dimensions
(W x D x H)
- 193 × 115 ×46 mm / 7.61 x 4.54 x 1.81 inches
Weight
377 g / 0.83 lbs (Excluding batteries)