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Korg Digital FM Synthesizer (VOLCAFM)

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Korg Volca FM
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Brand Korg
Model Name VOLCAFM
Item Dimensions LxWxH 4.53 x 7.6 x 1.57 inches
Item Weight 0.01 Ounces

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  • 3-voice polyphonic FM synthesizer, fully compatible with classic unit
  • Super-easy sound editing
  • Onboard CHORUS effect
  • 16-step sequencer allows to automate each parameters
  • High playability

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Product Description

The volca FM is a three-voice digital FM synthesizer that completely reproduces the sound engine of a classic FM synthesizer, and provides compatibility with it as well. The unique volca interface makes it easy to manipulate distinctive FM sounds even if you're not familiar with the complexities of FM synthesis. The 16-step sequencer that's one of volca's features provides new functions such as WARP ACTIVE STEP and PATTERN CHAIN that let you make even more powerful rhythm patterns.

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Korg volca fm

Digital FM Synthesizer

The volca series has shed new light on classic technologies by linking classic sound engines such as the groove machines and early samplers of the past with the dance music of today. Now it's time for the series to gain an FM sound engine.

The volca fm is a three-voice digital FM synthesizer that completely reproduces the sound engine of a classic FM synthesizer, and provides compatibility with it as well. The unique volca interface makes it easy to manipulate distinctive FM sounds even if you're not familiar with the complexities of FM synthesis.

The 16-step sequencer that's one of volca's features provides new functions such as WARP ACTIVE STEP and PATTERN CHAIN that let you make even more powerful rhythm patterns.

Features

  • 3-voice polyphonic FM synthesizer, fully compatible with classic unit
  • Super-easy sound editing
  • Onboard CHORUS effect
  • 16-step sequencer allows to automate each parameters
  • High playability

Features

3-voice polyphonic FM synthesizer

The volca fm perfectly reproduces the sound engine of the classic digital synthesizer that made the world aware of FM synthesis. Its six operators and 32 algorithms provide complete compatibility, and it can even load files in the SYS-EX/SYX format of the Yamaha DX7.

Super-easy sound editing

The volca fm makes FM sound editing accessible with the MODULATOR/CARRIER super-easy edit knobs – the knob movements are mapped to multiple parameters for sound changes that are easy to understand. FM enthusiasts can also menu dive into full parameter edits. The volca fm comes accompanied with a Parameter List Guide to assist this.

Make clone by synchronizing two units of volca fm

The volca fm provides a sync connector that can be easily connected to Korg's groove machines. Connect this to the other volca series unit, the electribe, or the SQ-1, and experience a session with synchronized sequencer playback. And when two units of volca fm are connected, you can clone the sound programs and sequence data from volca fm to volca fm.

volca beats

Following in the footsteps of the monotron, monotribe, and MS-20 Mini analog synthesizers, Korg announces the volca series. The volca Series is a lineup of EDM production tools comprised of three distinct models: the volca Keys lead synthesizer, the volca Bass synthesizer, and the volca Beats rhythm machine.

volca beats

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4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
995 global ratings

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Customers like the sound quality, quality and fun of the musical instruments. They mention that it has fantastic sounds, is a very powerful 3-voice polyphonic synthesizer and that it's super viable as a real instrument. They also appreciate the ease of use, saying that the sequencer and arp are simple and fun to use. Customers are also happy with the value, and battery life. However, some customers disagree on size and controls.

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27 customers mention24 positive3 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the musical instruments. They say it has fantastic sounds, excellent features, and a built-in speaker. They also appreciate the ability to shape each and every sound in many ways. The built- in chorus adds depth, and the product is great for FM synthesis despite the limitation of three voices.

"...The built in chorus adds depth. If you add a reverb to the mix this thing becomes a religious experience.You will not be disappointed." Read more

"Small in size but huge in sound design, few things to improve such bank programs since it has just one,..." Read more

"...random track/sound generation and a great sequencer packed with features for live play...." Read more

"...are because I use this every day and the korg engineers did a great job sound-wise and proper fm synthesis..." Read more

25 customers mention19 positive6 negative

Customers like the quality of the musical instruments. They say it's an excellent device, it' s super viable as a real instrument, and it' is the best digital drum machine for the price. Some mention that the sound, the quality, and all of its options are amazing.

"...You can sync it with other volca devices.Build quality is actually very good for a plastic box...." Read more

"...random track/sound generation and a great sequencer packed with features for live play...." Read more

"...The results are awesome and portable. I don't bother with the macro knobs. I've drilled a hole in the back and brought the midi out "out"...." Read more

"...After only two (!) months my Volca FM became defective -- the transpose slider no longer worked and other controls did not behave correctly...." Read more

11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers find the musical instruments to be fun and versatile. They mention that it's a fun little travek deck, easy to use, and you can spend hours playing with it. Some customers also say that it is a great learning synth.

"...The sequencer and arp are simple and fun to use. The keyboard is actually easy to use. You can connect an external midi keyboard...." Read more

"...Fun little travek deck as well." Read more

"...I hate to say it. They are super fun little guys and sound cool while they're working. After only two (!)..." Read more

"Best sequencer of all of them, most fun engines" Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers find the musical instruments easy to use. They mention the sequencer and arp are simple and fun to use, making it easy to learn and get more complex as you go. It is also perfect for beginners and an introduction to the synthesizer world, even though some say it is a toy.

"...The sequencer and arp are simple and fun to use. The keyboard is actually easy to use. You can connect an external midi keyboard...." Read more

"...be the most creative aspects of a drum-machine, is it's ability to effortlessly "quantinize"..." Read more

"Super good for an introduction to the synth world, even though some say this is a toy it's super viable as a real instrument. Very satisfied." Read more

"Very easy to learn!" Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the synthesizer. They say that it is good for the price.

"...Worth every penny this far." Read more

"...Despite that, this synthesizer is good for the price." Read more

"It's an amazing synth for the size and price. Specially when controlled with MIDI. If you like hardware and FM sounds it's a no-brainer...." Read more

"Great price for all the capability!..." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the musical instruments. They mention that it runs off batteries all day long and can be battery operated.

"...Batteries add weight and make it feel solid. Battery life is good...." Read more

"...; 60k sampling rate to minimize aliasing, and this thing runs off batteries all day long...." Read more

"...The fact that it can be battery operated and has a built in speaker speaks for itself...." Read more

"...Wide range of sounds. Has built in speaker and can be battery operated. Very nice little drummachine!" Read more

10 customers mention6 positive4 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the size of the musical instruments. Some mention that it is the perfect size for amateur musicians, while others say that it's insanely small and the keyboard is too small to be useful.

"Small in size but huge in sound design, few things to improve such bank programs since it has just one,..." Read more

"...The unit is quite small. That in itself is fine, but the knobs are tiny and hard to manipulate...." Read more

"...Pairs well with your best succulents, for a thicc girth and the warmest anal logs to ever be excreted from a digital source. Cats love it too." Read more

"...However, the keyboard is too small to be useful, so I would recommend a MIDI controller. Another thing to note is that the Volca FM only has MIDI IN...." Read more

5 customers mention3 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the controls of the musical instruments. Some mention that it has deep parameter control and sequencing capabilities, while others say that it feels a little clunky and some of the controls seem weird. Some customers also say that the slider no longer worked and other controls did not behave correctly.

"...This is a serious desk top synth... it has deep parameter control and sequencing capabilities, it is for experienced musicians really, but will be..." Read more

"...-- the transpose slider no longer worked and other controls did not behave correctly. The OS reads an invalid OS at power on...." Read more

"...The sequencer seems perfect and do enjoy that. I think I would be better off with the analog Korg Volca Beats...." Read more

"...Kinda feels like baby's first drum synthesizer but also less than intuitive controls? Not up to snuff with my other Korg products." Read more

Amazing portable drummachine!
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Amazing portable drummachine!
This drummachine is more than a drummachine! It can make more than just drum sounds. Very portable and interesting unit. Wide range of sounds. Has built in speaker and can be battery operated. Very nice little drummachine!
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Javier
5.0 out of 5 stars Genera sonidos muy interesantes
Reviewed in Mexico on November 1, 2023
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Patterns of Life
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for new percussion sounds
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Lowan
5.0 out of 5 stars Superbe jouet
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superbe jouet
Reviewed in France on April 15, 2018
Pour moi, parmi les Volca, c'est celui qui me parait le plus intéressant. Ce petit cousin éloigné du fameux Yamaha DX7 des 1980 (dont il reprend un peu le look), offre des sonorités permettant de retrouver le son du DX7 avec des réglages tout aussi complets, mais beaucoup moins complexes à mettre en oeuvre. On retrouve les algorithmes du DX7 et on peut s’amuser à les paramétrer pour modifier le son. Génial ! L'arpeggiator intégré sur le Volca FM est complet et facile d'utilisation. Tout comme le séquenceur (commun à toute la gamme Volca). Helas, il n'a que 16 pas, mais on peut chaîner les "mémoires" pour avoir 16, 32, 48, ... pas
On peut retrouver les sonorités du DX7 en chargeant dans la mémoire du Volca les "son" du DX7, grâce à un logiciel (Dexed) et un câble USB --> MIDI IN (a acheter en plus, hélas). Dommage qu'il n'y ait pas directement une interface USB.
La petite taille du Volca permet de l'emporter avec soit facilement. Il fonctionne sur piles et a un petit haut-parleur intégré. Le haut-parleur n'est pas de grande qualité, mais il fait bien son boulot, quand le Volca n'est pas branché sur un casque ou une table de mixage et un ampli.
Le revers de la médaille de cette petite taille, c'est le clavier : il est vraiment petit et il faut se concentrer pour ne pas jouer deux notes en même temps avec ses gros doigts :-) . Mais difficile de faire un meilleur clavier sur une si petite taille.
Pour moi, il manque la possibilité de sauvegarder ses compositions autre part que sur la mémoire interne du Volca. Un port pour carte micro-SD serait bienvenu, ainsi qu'une prise MIDI OUT. Sur ce dernier point les Volca, ont toute l'électronique nécessaire pour gérer le MIDI OUT et des personnes soudent des prises MIDI au Volca pour en profiter. Mais adieu la garantie.
Quelques défauts donc, mais au vue de ses qualités et son prix (169 €), la note de 5 étoiles est méritée !
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