Korg Volca Kick Analogue Kick Generator

The Korg Volca Kick Analogue Kick Generator is a compact yet powerful instrument designed to give producers and performers a professional kick drum solution in a portable format.

Driven by the iconic MS-20 filter oscillation, this analogue kick synth offers an extensive range of kick tones, from deep, subtle bass hits to punchy, hard-hitting thumps, perfect for electronic, hip-hop, and dance music.

With Drive and Tone controls, a 16-step sequencer, and expressive features like Accent, Slide and Bend Reverse, the Volca Kick puts complete creative power at your fingertips.

Its portability is unmatched, thanks to battery operation, a built-in speaker, and headphone output, allowing you to craft beats anywhere. Whether used in the studio, on stage, or while travelling, this is an inspiring tool for any music producer.

Analogue Kick Drum Sound Design

The Volca Kick is built on classic analogue circuitry, taking inspiration from the Korg MS-20's Rev.1 filter. By pushing resonance to maximum, the self-oscillating filter produces an organic and powerful low-end that digital drum machines struggle to replicate.

From subtle 808-style thuds to thunderous, club-ready kicks with rich harmonics, it gives you the flexibility to design your own signature kick drum sound.

The warmth and character of true analogue synthesis ensure that every hit feels alive and dynamic, making it ideal for both live performance and studio production.

Drive and Tone Shaping

Korg has equipped the Volca Kick with dedicated Drive and Tone controls for maximum sound sculpting. Drive lets you push your kicks into gritty, saturated territory, adding body and aggression when needed, while the Tone shapes the high-frequency range to adjust clarity and brightness.

Together, these controls give you the ability to refine your kicks to fit perfectly into any mix, whether you need smooth, rounded bass tones for hip hop or cutting, aggressive kicks for techno and house.

Creative Sequencing

The built-in 16-step sequencer gives you robust rhythmic control, making it easy to create evolving kick patterns, loops and grooves on the fly. Real-time recording enables spontaneous performance, while the Motion Sequence function allows you to automate knob movements, adding evolving textures and subtle changes to your sound.

Pattern chaining enables extended arrangements, and with 16 internal memory slots, you can save your favourite sequences for instant recall during live sets or studio sessions. This makes the Volca Kick not just a sound generator, but also a complete groove-building tool.

Live Performance Functions

For live performance, the Volca Kick introduces Accent, Slide, and Bend Reverse functions. Accent lets you add dynamics and variation to each step, Slide creates smooth transitions between notes, and Bend Reverse flips the pitch movement for unique reversed effects.

The Touch FX function adds even more possibilities, allowing you to trigger instant fills, rolls and pitch changes with a simple tap. These features give your sequences a human, expressive feel, ideal for standing out in a crowded mix or energising a live crowd.

Sync and Expand with Other Instruments

The Volca Kick integrates seamlessly with other instruments. Thanks to its sync capabilities, you can daisy-chain it with other Korg Volca units for fully synchronised jams. The MIDI input allows you to control it directly from a DAW or external MIDI controller, making it a versatile sound module.

This flexibility makes it a valuable addition to any setup, whether you prefer hardware-based performance rigs or digital studio workflows.