Korg Volca Beats – Compact Analog–PCM Hybrid Rhythm Machine

The Korg Volca Beats captures the gritty charm of vintage electro drum machines in a pocket-sized production powerhouse. Combining six analog drum voices with four PCM samples, a hands-on 16-step sequencer, and battery operation with a built-in speaker, it's designed for beatmakers and performers who want raw rhythmic character wherever they go at Soundium.

Key Features

• Analog and PCM drum voices: Six analog voices (kick, snare, toms, hi-hats) plus four PCM sounds (clap, claves, agogo, crash)
• Hands-on sound shaping: Minimal controls per part—click, pitch, decay, “snappy”, grain, PCM speed—to tweak sounds fast
• Electribe-style sequencer: 16 steps with Active Step, Step Jump, Stutter effect, and motion sequencing to sculpt dynamic patterns
• Compact and portable: Battery operation, built-in speaker, and simple sync/MIDI I/O for creativity anywhere

Customer Benefits

The Volca Beats empowers you to create rich, rolling rhythms with classic analog grit and lo-fi character. Its tactile layout and performance features make composing beats intuitive and fun—whether you're in a studio, on stage, or on the move.

Quick Specs

• Dimensions: 19.3 × 11.5 × 4.6 cm
• Weight: 370 g (without batteries)
• Voice parts: 10 (6 analog, 4 PCM sample)
• Sequencer: 16-step with Active Step, Step Jump, Stutter, 8 patterns storage
• Connectivity: Headphone/line out, MIDI In, Sync In/Out
• Power: 6 × AA batteries (~10 h) or 9 V DC adapter

What’s in the Box

• Korg Volca Beats rhythm machine
• Sync cable
• User manual

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for producers, electronic musicians, and live performers who crave hands-on analog/PCM rhythm creation. Great as a compact groove engine in studios, mobile rigs, or live setups.

Compatibility

Interfaces easily with DAWs and other Volca units via MIDI or Sync. Use it solo with battery power or integrate into broader setups using sync or MIDI sequencing.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Rich analog bass and snare with added PCM textures
• Expressive sequencer with performance controls (Stutter, Active Step)
• Portable and durable with onboard speaker

⚠️ Cons:

• Limited voices—best for rhythm rather than melodic layering
• No built-in filter or effects beyond envelope shaping

The Korg Volca Beats brings raw, analog-infused rhythm and intuitive sequencing into a compact format—ready to fuel beat creation anywhere with Soundium.