Korg Volca Beats Analog Synthesizer

The Rhythm Machine Korg Volca Beats, together with the other two members of the Volca Series were a real highlight at this year's Musicmesse in Frankfurt. While the competition believes that the Golden Age of analog synthesizers is more than 30 years old, KORG is right on the pulse of analog sound production.

The six analog and four PCM based drumparts give the Volca Beats an extensively compiled portfolio for rhythmic sound production. Thanks to the 16 step, electribe style sequencer and the creative Cut/Mix/Slice functions of the intuitive user interface, Loops can be easily and quickly edited to create a fascinating analog rhythm experience. The fast results almost guarantee that you will get lost in the tiny boxes. In this device live the spirits of famous drum computers such as the TR- 808, TR-909, TR-606 or the TR-707 - all of them analog instruments that produce musical and sound accents that transcend different genres. Today however, it is the manufacturer KORG that is making noise and pushing the boundaries, and especially at this price it is only up to the musician now to coax the most out this device.

Through the Sync-IN/OUT (3.5mm mono mini-jack) and MIDI-IN (DIN 5 pole) sockets, the Volca Beats synchronises performances with multiple Volca devices, and other analog equipment, such as the TT- 303, Monotribe or Modular systems, as well as connection with DAW controlled setups. With its alternative battery power supply the Volca Beats can be taken anywhere. Whether it's in the bus or train, airport or beach - there's always time to produce a beat with this analog weapon and with its small size, transport is never a problem.

Once again KORG has done everything right with this series and reminds us all why we are here in the first place: to make music!!!!