Korg volca fm 2 Digital Synthesizer

• Desktop Synthesizer
• FM Synthesis (from Yamaha DX-7)
• 6 voices
• 6 operators / 32 algorithms
• 64 memory locations
• Arpeggiator with 9 types
• Voice modes: poly, mono, unison
• Chorus & Reverb effect
• Compatible with Yamaha DX-7 sounds (via SysEx)
• Step sequencer with motion sequence
• 16 patterns
• MIDI In & Out
• Sync In & Out
• Headphone output
• Built-in speaker
• Battery operation

History

At the beginning of the 1980s, Yamaha introduced the DX7, a digital synthesizer the likes of which the music-making world had never heard before. Its sound and, above all, the extraordinary sound creation possibilities of the then new FM synthesis marked an important turning point and milestone in the history of synthesizers. To this day, the old DX series enjoys great popularity and can be found in numerous variations.

FM synthesis in the here and now

The volca fm 2 has the same sound architecture as its historical predecessor and therefore has 6 operators and 32 algorithms that can be used to create a sea of classic synth sounds as well as totally wacky, atonal sounds with a metallic character. One of the special features of the FM-Synthese is that, depending on the configuration of the operators, even changing a single parameter by just a few values tends to drastically change the sound. Original DX7 sounds can also be imported via the MIDI connection. For more detailed settings and a better overview of all parameters, Korg offers the free SYNTHMATA online editor. The sound generation, which has been expanded to six voices, is rounded off with the two Chorus and reverb.

Sequencer with parameter automation

The volca-typical sequencer stores 16 patterns with a total step length of up to 16 steps in its memory. By linking patterns, lengths of up to 256 steps are possible. A number of parameters can be recorded directly in a motion sequence for each pattern. The sequencer is rounded off by live tempo control options and a Arpeggiator with nine different motifs, which should provide Italo disco moments, especially in combination with the FM-Synthese.