All user reviews of 2/5 for the Korg Volca Bass

The features seem attractive on paper, but the machine does not keep his promises because the operating system has been sloppy.
Do not buy Volca Bass if you want a standalone bassline. For now it is only a module monophonic sound very basic, which takes place for not much. An update is imperative to resolve some inconsistencies in the system.

UTILIZATION

Apparently many people use them as a simple Volca Bass Expander noon and in this case the machine is available which explains the many positive reviews.
on the other hand, if like me you were hoping to create a bassline standalone sequences as a millimeter Xoxbox or Tb-303 go your way or wait for an update because programmers at Korg have completely messed up the implementation of the "mode step rec "which is essential
the concept of bassline. That is unusable, do not expect to create interesting sequence on Volca, just rewrite a sequence produced on another device or record live measurement .. without a metronome! Suffice to say that you are not going to dance crowds with ca.

SOUNDS

The sounds produced by the machine are good and it is all the more disappointing not to be able to really exploit them without using another sequencer (so you have to forget the portable side of the Volca Bass)
The concept of 3 VCO with direct access to detune each is quite original and allows enough new sounds compared to conventional TB Xoxbob or even if this is not the kind of sound that finds its place in all projects.

OVERALL OPINION

It is very frustrating to buy then find that the Volca Bass does not keep its promises .. the same manual suggests that the sequencer is running, but it is editable is false because there are errors in the programming of this one and Volca should not have to be sold before these problems are solved. It could be a great bassline but an update is required. Unfortunately there are not many users who have responded to this problem as Korg could rest on its laurels.

My advice: Do not buy the Volca if you use it in expander noon or expect an update to repair the recording mode step.

ps: Here is the post where I explain in detail the inconsistencies of recording mode and editing step:

https://fr.audiofanzine.com/synthe-analogique/korg/volca-bass/forums/t.554715,probleme-volca-bass-step-rec-mode.html

How sounds, effects? What styles? Are they edited?
Apprioris nothing is editable oubien I missed something.
To remove by adding not modulate some variation of timbre, pitch resonance of fairly limited way, that thing's "more akin to a player than a musical instrument.
Limited connectivity but we knew it.

UTILIZATION

The general configuration is it simple?
Very very easy to use. Be depressed ON that makes music when you are tired it extinguishes on the same button.

The manual is clear and sufficient?
A manual? why? the ON button on the top left. veiled.

Editing sounds and effects is it easy?
It is not edited well the problem.

SOUNDS

The sounds they suit your style of music? Are they realistic? The effects are they effective and responsive?
Ben sounds suited to a style or two. If you are lucky dy paste is against bon.Par I'm curious to see what would a fan of D & B with this stuff .. . Être.Pas a clipboard can actually quite heavy.

What are the sounds you prefer, you hate?
I think I will not answer you understand.

The expression is good? (Reaction velocity, aftertouch)?
very good the machine is very reactive.

OVERALL OPINION

How long have you use it?
2 days and it is for sale.

Have you tried many other models before buying it?
Zoksbox but not comparable

How would you rate the quality / price?
insufficient even for the 50th

With experience, you do again this choice?
not.