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Basic data
Name
Korg Volca Kick
Category
10) Drum machine / rhythm instruments
Type
KICK_SYNTHESIZER
Specimen
A
Inventory tag
HW-2024-DR-VKICK-001
Condition
OK
Physical parameters
Dimensions (mm)
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Dimensions (inch)
—
Weight
—
Format
—
Material
—
Manufacturing (Period)
—
Manufacturer
—
Power
Voltage
6x AA battery or 9V DC (Korg KA-350)
Current (typical)
100 mA
Current (max)
150 mA
Polarity
centerpositive
Connector
DC 9V barrel (Korg Ka-350) + battery compartment
AC/DC
DC
Internal/External
Internal
Note
Supports power supply via Korg KA-350 (9V DC, center-positive); battery operation about 40 hours.
Warning: Check the polarity of the source before connecting! Improper power supply will damage the device.
Firmware and serial number
Serial number
Not stated
FW version (current)
Not stated
Check date
2026-03-03
Previous version
N/A
Bootloader
N/A
Update Link
—
Backup File
—
Quick Summary
Specialized synth for synthesizing electronic kick sounds (2013). It offers an analog kick engine with tunable parameters (pitch, decay, cutoff, gate), a 16-step sequencer and synchronization with other devices. Lightweight and portable, ideal for live performance and production of technodance and house music.
Product Description
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Features and functions
- Analyg kick synth with supply circuit and filter
- Pitch control - frequency from 22 Hz to 200 Hz
- Decay check - duration of kick sound (8ms to 3000ms)
- Cutoff filter - forming tone and character kick sound
- Gate time - control of the duration of gated sound
- 16-step sequencer - creating kick classes
- Tempo - 40-300 BPM (internal or external sync)
- Synthesized sound - pure analog without samples
- Battery + USB power supply - about 40 hours on AA batteries
- Sync IN / OUT - synchronization with other Volca units (3.5 mm TS)
- Audio outputs - LINE OUT (3.5 mm TS) + Headphones (3.5 mm stereo jack)
- Simple control - direct control of parameters without menu
- Compact design - 188 mm × 110 mm × 60 mm, approx. 310 g
- Analog sound - without digital processing (purista access)
- Ideal for electronic music - techno, house, industrial, EDM
Primary I/O (quick orientation)
| Domain | Inputs | Outputs | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio | — | Line OUT (3.5mm TS) + Headphones | Output impedance 1 kCalculation |
| Sync | Sync IN (3.5mm TS) | Sync OUT (3.5mm TS) | Synchronisation |
Controls
FRONT / TOP (user control)
- 16-step sequencer
- Tempo knob
- Pitch control (kick pitch sweep)
- Decay control (kick length)
- Gate time control
- Master volume
Service / hidden elements
- (None)
Connectors and connections
Connector matrix
| Interfaces | IN | OUT | Spec / note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio | — | Line OUT (3.5mm TS) + Headphones | Output impedance 1 kCalculation |
| Sync | Sync IN (3.5mm TS) | Sync OUT (3.5mm TS) | Synchronisation |
Latency and jitter
Clock sources
Internal, Sync IN
Clock IN/OUT format
BPM / Sync pulse
Typical latency
< 5 ms
Jitter spec
< 100 ppm
Buffer support
N/A
Impedance and signal levels
Line Level (dBu)
-10 dBV
Mic In level
—
Output Impedance
1 kCalculation
Input Impedance
—
THD
< 1%
Frequency Range
20 Hz — 20 kHz
Other Specifications (from metadata.specifications)
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| specifications.kick _ engineering | Analog subtractive synthesis |
| specifications.kick _ engine.oscillator | Square wave with gate control |
| specifications.kick _ engineering. | Analog lowpass filter with continuous cutoff control |
| specifications.kick _ engine.envelope | AD enterprise (pitch modulation) |
| specifications.kick _ engine.peak _ frequency | 22-200 Hz (fully accessible) |
| specifications.kick _ engine.decay _ time | 8 ms - 3000 ms (adjust) |
| specifications.kick _ engine.gate _ time | ♪ Adjust from short to long ♪ |
| specifications.kick _ engine.cutoff _ frequency | Full range analog filter modulation |
| specifications.sequencer.steps | 16 |
| specifications.sequencer.resolution | 16th notes at current BPM |
| specifications.sequencer.classes | Up to 8 classes (decends on firmware revision) |
| specifications.sequencer.tempo _ range | 40-300 BPM |
| specifications.sequencer.tempo _ control | Knob or external sync |
| specifications.sequencer.swing | Additional swing feel (if supported) |
Additional technical details
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| No additional technical details | |
Typical routing
- Electronic kick: Generating synthetic kick sounds
• Set a tempo of 120 BPM
• Select a model (4-on-floor etc)
• Fit a decay by tracking
• Gate effects for drama
Connection instructions: The examples below show typical signal flows in practice. For specific details (jitter, buffering), see section above.
SW / drivers
| Component | Windows | macOS | Linux | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No specific driver data; use the Documentation/Links section. | ||||
Custom firmware details
Author
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FW family
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Custom FW targets
- No explicit custom FW targets in metadata.
Custom CC mapping
| CC | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom CC mapping. | |
Custom FW global settings
| Settings | Meaning |
|---|---|
| No custom global settings. | |
Custom FW extended menu
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| No extended menu details. | |
Documentation and manuals
Manufacturer / Links
- Official site of manufacturer
- eBay - search Korg Volca Kick
- Aukro.cz - search Korg Volca Kick
- MusicyBazar.cz - search Korg Volca Kick
- MIDI.cz - search for Korg Volca Kick
- Kytary.cz - search for Korg Volca Kick
- Heureka.cz - search Korg Volca Kick
- Gear4music.cz - search Korg Volca Kick
- Muziker.cz - search Korg Volca Kick
Service log
| Date | Event | Who | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-03 | Initial inventory | Studio tech | Added to inventory |
Presets / User banks
Storage type
—
Number of banks
8
Current bank
1
Backup File
Not stated
Export format
USB dump
Note
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Notes / service / modifications
- Special kick synth designed exclusively for the synthesis of electronic kick sounds.
- Analog subtractive synthesis engine with filter and decay controls.
- 16-step sequencer allows you to create kick patterns without external gear.
- Great for electronic music, techno, house, industrial, EDM and experimenting with bass.
- Synchronization with other Volca units (3.5 mm TS trigger) for stereo / orchestra effects.
- Battery power supply (about 40 hours) or USB charging.
- Simple front-panel check - direct access to kick characteristics without menu.
- Outputs: 3.5mm LINE OUT for monitoring / mix, built-in speaker for fast preview.
- Portable and compact - ideal for busking, live performance and studio skiing.