Volca is a series of 6 analog models, digital, and two sample sequencers: Videos - The Keys Volca synthesizer
- The bass synthesizer Volca Bass - La drum machine beats Volca
- Sequencer samples Volca sample and Volca OK-GO
- The Volca FM synthesizer
- a generator of big analog drum sounds Volca-Kick
Each module includes a MIDI sync to s interfacing with his favorite software and a sync in / out to chain several Volca. It can be taken anywhere thanks to its battery operation and a mini speaker.
The sync jack and the connector in Midi allow synchronized performance with multiple devices or with your DAW. Using the sync jack, you can enjoy synchronized playback with several Volca or a Monotribe.
You can also use the SyncKontrol application (iPhone) to control wireless tap tempo, swing parameters and synchronized playback with iOS music apps via WIST. Midi in connector allows you to synchronize with other devices or to play the Volca from any MIDI keyboard. You can also send messages to note your DAW and use the Volca as an analog sound module.
The Volca FM sound engine is based on a 3 voices and 6 FM operators. It provides with a simple control interface and direct access, a series of parameters to wide possibilities of sound editing, sound that can be exported and shared with another Volca FM. It comprises a step sequencer integrated, sequencer movements and an arpeggio in addition to various voice modes (poly / mono / unison). In addition, 32 locations used to save and recall your favorite sounds. Note that the sound files (SYS-EX / SYX) created on a Yamaha DX7 can be converted and loaded into the FM Volca.
functions very practical common to the entire series Volca
· Front and familiar intuitive offering numerous settings to edit sounds and sequences.
· Playback in sync with other Volca, Electribe or software sequencer · Midi
in for triggering samples, sync and change settings from any Midi device .
· compact size, battery operation and built-in speaker for use anywhere and anytime.
the frequency modulation ( "FM" for frequency modulation) is based on synthetic elements called "operators". The sound engine FM Volca has 6 operators can act as modulators or carriers. Modulators operators apply modulation to holders operators an audio source to create a sound. The interaction between these modulators operators and carriers is called an algorithm. The Volca FM offers 32 different FM algorithms.
In Edit mode, the required parameters for the FM sound source, such as the waveform and LFO rate and the level and intensity of the generator casing, can be set for each operator.