KORG VOLCA Micro Modular Synthesizer User Guide

June 16, 2024
KORG

KORG VOLCA Micro Modular Synthesizer

Patching Key

Audio in
Symbolized by a line with an arrow pointing towards a module. CV in
Symbolized by a line with a circle at the end pointing towards a module. CV out is
Symbolized by a line with a circle at the start pointing away from a module. Audio out
is Symbolized by a line with an arrow pointing away from a module.

Sequences

Third

 Indicated by a line with three divisions connected to the Clock.

Fourth

 Indicated by a line with four divisions connected to the Clock.

Clock Offset

 Adjustable from -100% to +100%, represented by a knob.

Half

 Indicated by a line with two divisions connected to Gate.

Gate

 Indicated by a line with notches connected to Pitch.

Pitch

 Represented by a line marked with 0.5V/OCT.

Source

Fold

 Connection from the Fold module to the Modulator and Carrier.

Ratio

 Connection from Ratio to the Modulator and Carrier.

Pitch

 Connection from Pitch to the Modulator and Carrier.

Modulator

 Represented with connections to Ratio, Mod, and Fold, with wave shape controls from 0 to fold and 100.

Carrier

 Represented with connections to Ratio, Mod, and Fold, with an output.

Functions

Gate

 Connections to Attack and Release, with trigger input and invert controls, and end trigger output.

Attack

 Control knob connected to the Gate.

Release

 Control knob connected to the Gate.

Trigger

 Connection point on the Gate module.

Shape

 Control knob connected to the Envelope Generator, with invert controls and end trigger output.

Time

 Control knob connected to the Envelope Generator.

Woggle

Sample

 Connections to Trigger and Noise, with stepped and smooth outputs.

Trigger

 Connection point on the Sample & Hold.

Noise

 Connection point on the Sample & Hold.

Smooth

 Output from the Sample & Hold module.

Split

Input1

 Connection point leading to Output1-A and Output1-B.

Output1-A

 Output connection from Input1.

Output1-B

 Output connection from Input1.

Input2

 Connection point leading to Output2-A and Output2-B.

Output2-A

 Output connection from Input2.

Output2-B

 Output connection from Input2.

LPG (Low Pass Gate)

Signal

 Input and output connections with a Level control knob.

Level

 Control knob between the Signal input and output.

Cutoff

 Control knob connected to Low Pass Filter.

Space Out

Signal

 Input and output connections with Amount control.

Amount

 Control knob between the Signal input and output.

Volume

 Control knob for the reverb module’s output.

Utility

a, b, c

 Input points that are processed to produce outputs a+bxc and a-bxc.

Specifications

Feature Description
Brand KORG
Model volca modular
Type Micro Modular Synthesizer

Basic Patches

A modulator as 2nd VCO

SOURCE to FUNCTIONS

 Connection from the Fold output of the SOURCE to the MOD input of the FUNCTIONS.

FUNCTIONS to DUAL LPG connection from the CUTOFF output of the FUNCTIONS to the CUTOFF input of the DUAL LPG.

LFO Modulation

SOURCE to FUNCTIONS

 Connection from the Fold output of the SOURCE to the MOD input of the FUNCTIONS.

FUNCTIONS to DUAL LPG connection from the CUTOFF output of the FUNCTIONS to the CUTOFF input of the DUAL LPG.

Portamento

CLOCK to WOGGLE

 Connection from the Clock output to the Woggle input.

WOGGLE to SOURCE

 Connection from the Woggle output to the Source input.

Ring Modulation

SOURCE to UTILITY

 Connection from the Fold output of the SOURCE to the a input of the UTILITY.

UTILITY to DUAL LPG

 Connection from the a+bxc output of the UTILITY to the CUTOFF input of the DUAL LPG.

FAQ

What is the purpose of the Patching Key?
The Patching Key provides visual symbols for audio and CV (Control Voltage) connections within the synthesizer to guide users on how to connect modules. How can the Sequences section be utilized?
The Sequences section helps in creating rhythmic patterns and controlling the timing of signals by using different clock divisions and offsets. What is the function of the Woggle module?  The Woggle module is a sample and hold module that can generate random voltages, contributing to the creation of complex and unpredictable sounds. How is the Space Out module used?
The Space Out module adds reverb to the sound, with adjustable amount and volume, creating a sense of space and depth. What are the Basic Patches for?
Basic Patches provide example configurations that demonstrate how to use the synthesizer’s modules to create different sounds and effects.

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Module Reference

KORG-VOLCA-Micro-Modular-Synthesizer-fig-1

Basic Patches

KORG-VOLCA-Micro-Modular-Synthesizer-fig-2

References

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