Volca Keys - Analogue Loop Synth　
Volca Bass - Analogue Bass Machine
Volca Beats - Analogue Rhythm Machine

Three true-analog synthesizers with built-in sequencers to generate the ultimate analog leads, basses, and rhythms

Following in the footsteps of the monotron, monotribe, and MS-20 Mini analog synthesizers, Korg announces the Volca series. volca is a new lineup of EDM production tools comprised of three distinct models: the Volca Keys lead synthesizer, the volca Bass synthesizer, and the Volca Beats rhythm machine. These powerful and fun-to-use true-analog devices deliver a diverse array of fat sounds that can be obtained only from an analog synthesizer. Each is also equipped with sequencing/recording capabilities for intuitively generating performances. Multiple volcas can be used in tandem via the vintage-style sync in/out, and with your favorite DAW software or MIDI keyboard via MIDI In. Battery operation and built-in speakers mean that you can conveniently play anywhere and anytime. These are the next-generation analog synthesizers, bringing you the ultimate sounds and grooves with ease and depth. Whether used together or by themselves, the volca series is poised to inject true analog power into any performance or studio setup!


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I know this isn't software but just in case you don't find the post in the Hardware section I thought I'd share this with you all here. Someone how I heard nothing about these until now. Interesting and possibly game changing stuff here.

Affordable analogue hardware from Korg :dancing:

http://www.korg.com/volcaseries

 

Jeez, did they get a set of giant hands to pose with them in the pics or are they really that small ??

They look really cheap and crappily made. More like an updated stylophone

 

They are metal plated (as far as i remember).
Small for sure.

But the price is too. Under 200 bucks.

Battery powered, easy SYNC, MIDI...i love that

KORG is the king of portable, affordable gear.
A bunch of iDevices/DS apps, small gear (MS20 mini, Volca, Monotron...) and more.

Some ppl will complain they fill the market with cheap objects.
But i think they are smarter than the competition who still think things got to be full of unused features and expansive.

They made market testers, and now they realized it works, they push even further. And competition is still hesitating.

It remembers me Apple with their first iPod/iTunes MP3 shop combination. They all laughed...we know history now.

 

I couldn't say something better !