KORG Volca Keys - 3-Voice Analog Synthesizer with Sequencer and Delay

KORG Volca Keys - 3-Voice Analog Synthesizer with Sequencer and Delay

The KORG volca keys is a compact 3-voice analog synthesizer designed for leads and chords with a very strong vintage character. Its classic architecture of 3 VCO, 1 VCF, 1 VCA, 1 LFO and 1 EG is combined with a 12 dB/Oct low-pass filter inspired by the legendary miniKORG 700/700S, achieving clear, aggressive tones with great presence. It includes a delay with Time , Feedback and Tempo Sync controls, as well as a 16-step sequencer with 8 pattern storage to capture phrases on the fly and automate knob movements.

The Voicing feature makes it easy to combine three oscillators in six modes — Poly , Unison , Octave , Fifth , Unison Ring , and Poly Ring — with sawtooth and square waves , portamento , ring modulation , and detune to add thickness to your lines. Complete your workflow with Motion Sequence (step automation), Active Step , and Flux for organic patterns and performative variations, and Sync In/Out for linking with other volca units or your DAW via MIDI In .

Main features

• 3-voice analog synthesis: 3VCO/1VCF/1VCA/1LFO/1EG structure with direct and intuitive control.
• Classic flavor filter: LPF 12 dB/Oct derived from the miniKORG 700/700S aesthetic for leads with bite.
• Six Voicing modes: Poly, Unison, Octave, Fifth, Unison Ring, Poly Ring for chords, thick unisons, and metallic textures.
• Oscillators and modulation: saw and square waves; Detune , Portamento , Ring Mod , EG intensity to pitch and cutoff.
• Multifunction LFO: Saw, Triangle and Square shapes with Pitch and Cutoff destination.
• Integrated Delay: Time , Feedback and Tempo Sync controls for grainy echoes and tape effects.
• Step Sequencer: 16 steps , 1 part , 8 patterns ; real-time or step recording; Motion Sequence , Active Step , and Flux .
• Connectivity: Headphone output (3.5mm stereo), Sync In (max. 20V), Sync Out (max. 5V) and MIDI In .
• Flexible power supply: 6 × AA (alkaline or Ni-MH) or KA-350 adapter (optional); approx. 10 h runtime with alkaline batteries.
• Portable format: 193 × 115 × 46 mm; 377 g (without batteries); includes 6 AA batteries for verification.

Product benefits

• Characterful analog sound: The miniKORG heritage filter and ring modulation deliver expressive and distinctive timbres.
• Instant creativity: Simple sequencer with parameter automation and performance features to transform your patterns live.
• Integrates into any set: sync multiple volcas via Sync or control it from your DAW/keyboard via MIDI In .
• Ready to go: battery-powered and fits in any backpack; perfect for jams, mobile studios, or on stage.

Use cases

• Portable Jam: Create leads, chords, and delay sequences without relying on a computer.
• Hybrid production: Sync with your DAW via MIDI and record its output for added analog punch.
• Volcas Modular Live: Chain multiple units in Sync and use Active Step / Flux for rhythmic variations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many patterns does it save?
Up to 8 patterns in internal memory.

What voice modes does it include?
Poly , Unison , Octave , Fifth , Unison Ring and Poly Ring , selectable with the Voicing control.

What adapter do you use?
The optional KORG KA-350 adapter also runs on 6 AA batteries.

Description for projects

KORG volca keys 3-voice analog synthesizer; 3VCO/1VCF/1VCA/1LFO/1EG structure; sawtooth/square VCO waveforms, ring modulation, portamento, detune; 12 dB/Oct LPF with Cutoff , Resonance (Peak) , and EG; LFO with sawtooth/triangle/square waveforms and pitch/cutoff destination; delay with Time/Feedback/Tempo Sync; 1-part, 16-step, 8-pattern sequencer with Motion Sequence, Active Step, and Flux; connectors: 3.5 mm stereo headphones, Sync In (3.5 mm, max. 20 V), Sync Out (3.5 mm, max. 5 V), MIDI In; power supply: 6×AA (alkaline/Ni-MH) or KA-350 adapter (optional), battery life ≈10 h (alkaline); Dimensions 193 × 115 × 46 mm; weight 377 g (without batteries); includes 6 AA batteries for verification.