Korg Volca Kick

A versatile analog kick generator gives you direct access to powerful, punchy bass impulses that go far beyond conventional drum-machine kicks. Its foundation is the self-oscillating structure of the MS-20 filter, which produces a harmonically complex core sound and allows you to create both precise kick drums and tonally playable kick basses. With just a few knobs, you shape short, crisp impulses or deep, resonant bass foundations – always fitting your style and workflow.

Layered sound generation

The sound architecture consisting of Resonator, Pulse and Amp gives you a well-structured system with which you can shape every parameter of your sound precisely. Using the PITCH, BEND and TIME controls, you set the basic resonance before shaping the contour with Pulse parameters like Attack and Clip. Finally, Decay and volume define the character of the kick. This separation of sections ensures that you can quickly and intuitively adapt your sound to any arrangement.

Analog refinement and flexible performance

With DRIVE and TONE, you get extra tools to enrich your sound. The analog distortion provides present, saturated kicks, while the high-frequency filter allows fine adjustments between soft and aggressive results. The integrated touch panel becomes especially exciting, allowing you to play kick basses in different pitches – a function that turns the compact Korg kick generator into a flexible bass synth.

Dynamic sequences and creative control

The 16-step sequencer offers far more than simple step programming. Motion Sequence records knob movements, Pattern Chain extends sequences up to 256 steps, and functions like Active Step, Accent and Slide add rhythmic variations to your patterns. Touch FX enables spontaneous actions like Roll, Sustain or Octave – ideal for lively sequences and improvised performances.

Flexible integration into any setup

With MIDI In and Sync In/Out, the device integrates effortlessly into larger setups. Thanks to battery operation and an integrated speaker, it also remains fully mobile. The independent use makes the analog kick generator a practical tool for studio, rehearsal or on the go.

Features Korg Volca Kick

• Compact analog kick generator with MS-20 filter oscillator for punchy, tonally playable kick sounds
• 16-step sequencer with Motion Sequence, Pattern Chain, Active Step, Accent, Slide and Bend Reverse
• Analog distortion via Drive and flexible sound shaping for present, saturated kicks
• Touch FX for direct control of real-time effects like Roll, Octave and Sustain
• Multitouch keyboard for performing kick basses in different pitches
• Sync In/Out and MIDI In for integration into external systems and other Volca models
• Mobile operation through battery power and integrated speaker

Technical data

• Synthesis type: Analog synthesis
• Polyphony: 1 voice
• Sound structure: MS-20 filter | pulse generator | VCA | analog DRIVE | analog TONE
• Filter control: Pitch | Bend | Time
• Pulse parameters: Colour | Level
• Envelope: Attack | Decay
• Sequencer steps: 16
• Storable patterns: 16
• Controls: Motion Sequence | Pattern Chain | Touch FX | Accent | Slide | Bend Reverse | Roll | Octave | Sustain | Swing
• Connections: Headphones 3.5 mm stereo | Sync In 3.5 mm mono | Sync Out 3.5 mm mono | MIDI In
• Power supply: 6× AA batteries or 9V power adapter (batteries and power supply not included)
• Battery life: approx. 10 hours (alkaline batteries)
• Weight: 0.377 kg
• Dimensions: 193 × 115 × 46 mm

Scope of delivery

• Korg Volca Kick kick generator
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