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
Basic Patches
Documents / Resources
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KORG VOLCA Micro Modular Synthesizer [pdf] User Guide VOLCA Micro Modular Synthesizer, VOLCA, Micro Modular Synthesizer, Modular Synthesizer, Synthesizer |
