I really dig this Korg Volca Sample. This little beast does some very interesting magic.
Volca Sample going through the Analog Keys for further processing with some parameters assigned to joystick.
And yea, these are the stock samples, could not be bothered uploading samples into it.
Master!
yeeaah, loading samples on it seems like a real pain… 
Good thing they released an SDK so that people with a lot more time on their hands than me can make it easier. At least make it work on anything else than an iOS device. (read somewhere that its already done apparently)
Could make a nice “one-shot” machine to leave tracks open on the Octatrack 
wicked homie!
I really like that direction here your music has taken with this tune Dataline
Put that out on 12" that would sell. !!!
One question is how did you set up Analog Keys Audio In
the manual is really confusing --it says you have to program a beat to hear any incoming audio-WTF
thanks in advance
david
Depends how you do it. If you just want to run the audio through the effects, you don’t need to use one of the regular tracks. You can control the input volume on the Ext In page in the FX track and that’s it. Set your levels there, and run your instrument through the global effects settings.
However, running instruments through the regular tracks is a bit inconsistent for me too. I use it for guitar sometimes. I’ve gotten audio without triggers sometimes, other times absolute silence. It would be nice to not need the triggers at all if you select L or R waveforms.
It’s a great little piece of kit. I’ve taken the time to replace the samples (using the Caustic MacOS editor) with some Analog Four drum samples and even though the VS samples them down to 32khz or so, it’s got a great vibe to it.
I think the best way to get a good performance out of it is to fill the 10 pattern slots up with very different patterns, and then just jam out with some quick pattern switching. Do your rhythm changes on the fly by reprogramming a single pattern live, and retrig it to go back. Freak that active step, mute, reverse, swing knob, and loop function too. I imagine running it through the AK/A4 and then into OT would make even the coldest chin stroker perk up. 
Fantastic sounds but your elbow almost broke my nose around 2’10" 
hahah! Yea, when I saw that elbow during editing the video - I tried to do another take and it just was not good as this. So it had to be released in this take
Very nice old-school jam, also the elbow is awesome! With that sound and the vibe of the track it felt just like Wipeout 2097, only with elbows… 
Curious, what would be the advantage of the Volca Sample over the Rytm?
I don’t think there is a real advantage. Volca Sample is limited in nearly all ways except the damage it doesn’t do to your wallet.
Ten patterns can only get you so far, but it’s just a whole lot of fun, and not so expensive that you might miss out due to budget. It has its uses but cannot replace a Rytm.
It is great for a fun 5-10 minute realtime jam tune, as demonstrated. Although, for a live set, I think it works best when you need something simple but effective for a few minutes of bridging material. You can even get into a real tweaked out breakdown with the sample loop / pitch envelope & reverb while your Elektron boxes load up a new project to restart/resync as your Volca Sample tails off into the abyss.
Every tool is a weapon if you hold it right.
This tune reminds me of some of Jack Dixon’s music.
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Curious, what would be the advantage of the Volca Sample over the Rytm?
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There is no advantage
Having said that, volca sample is a very fun little device which can make quick OT food, or be a good companion to other units.
I’m somebody who will find the limitations on a device frustrating no matter how much it cost (except maybe a Gakken SX-150), and the 10 pattern limit on the Volca Sample is a pain.
Having said that, it’s still one of the most fun devices I’ve ever owned. It’s extremely direct and you can get from A to B in no time. I think it’s the ultimate ‘so cheap it’s worth just having around’ device.
Volca Sample is great fun! I really enjoy the sound of the machine and the tweaking ability is awesome. I use it in a set up with the A4 and its added a level of depth to my live sets that I hadn’t been able to achieve previously. It’s great for bridging between patterns as someone else mentioned and the ease with which you can whip up a quick loop is phenomenal. Really great piece of kit for the money…
