Volca Bass : dont let size and name fool you - this is a versatile synth

5 years ago

Yes, it is called Volca Bass. No, its is not bass module only. Remember Novation Bass Station? Know those lush pads and nice arps coming ut of it?

This is different story sonically, but there is much more than just bass. Yes you can make any bass sound with 3 oscillators , but also you can get very nice analogue sounds that are far from low end. I like using this as detuned pad, to go Boards of Canada style.

I own more high end analogue gear but this one was my first Volca (have a few now) and gotta say it is a part of every track that i make.

Cons - it would be cool to have external input on that nice filter, no midi out, more features in envelope, but still it is a great device for the buck.

Image Korg Volca Bass

Technical Data

  • Manufactured by Korg
  • Released in 2013
  • Average price : $150
  • Dimensions (Wmm x Hmm x D): 193mm x 115mm x 45mm
  • Weight : 372g
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