80's vibes Lofi Music with Subharmonicon, volca fm : City BGM 2025-08-11 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog Subharmonicon, ‪@KORG_INC‬ volca fm2, and DIY noise box
A lo-fi piece built from nostalgic synth tones and layered soundscapes.

The noise box is routed into the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MK II to generate glitchy textures.

Subharmonicon is patched to produce city-like noise and sent through ‪@HologramElectronics‬ MICROCOSM for reverb.

volca fm2 is driven via MIDI from Ableton; its output runs into ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY for reverb and filtering."

Korg Volca FM | Elektron Digitone II - Clouds FM

video upload by Stefan Torto

"Sculpting Korg Volca FM & Digitone II.
My music : https://stefantorto.bandcamp.com/
Get my sample packs : https://www.stefantorto.com/sample-packs
Website : https://www.stefantorto.com"

How to Make the Korg Volca FM Sound More Analog!

video upload by Dylan Ferno

"How to Make the Korg Volca FM Sound More Analog:
Quick tips on how to make a digital FM synth, such as the Korg Volca FM, have a more analog sound. Learn about the differences between digital Vs. analog synths and how to steer your synth in that direction to improve your sound design. This video explores some simple tweaks to get a richer, warmer sound with:

1. Pitch Instability - Add detuning with LFO, add chorus

2. Harmonics - First increase decay on mod envelope knob to remove envelope snappiness. Put in mono or unison mode. Next Lower ratios of operators (FrEC). Ratio of 0 is bassier, a 1:1 ratio is more saw-wave like, and 1:2 is more square-wave like. Adjust velocity and algorithm to taste.

3. Warmth with feedback - Add noise/distortion by increasing feedback between levels of 5 to 7. Adjust algorithm and velocity accordingly.

Final step (Optional): Add more pitch instability by slightly increasing operator fine control (FrEF)

0:00 Intro
0:18 Digital Vs. Analog
0:58 3 Main Concepts
1:13 Pitch Instability
1:26 Harmonics
2:07 Warmth
2:45 Jam/Experiment
3:13 More Instability (Optional)"

DFAM volca fm2 OP-1 field Dub session : Abstract Drummer 2025-07-26 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece with ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ DFAM, ‪@teenageengineering‬ OP-1 field, and ‪@KORG_INC‬ volca fm2. A session of minimal, dubby rhythms and synths washed in spatial effects.

The DFAM and volca fm are synced via their SYNC ports.

On the volca fm, a simple pattern is sequenced while applying ‪@HologramElectronics‬ MICROCOSM’s MICROLOOP effect.

On the OP-1 field, the synth is played with DELAY for echo and the CWO effect for modulation.

The DFAM is patched with PITCH → VCF MOD and VELOCITY → NOISE LEVEL for sequencing, with delay added via ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MK II."

Bad Gear - Why did I BUY THIS???

video upload by AudioPilz

[Side Note: The main reason to get a DX200 is for how the knobs are mapped to multiple parameters. Each FM synth maps their controllers differently. You can morph sound in ways you can't easily with other FM synths. The DX200 makes for some intersting Buchla-esque sound morphing and exploration. The groovebox rhythm section is just a distraction, but neverless a tool if you choose to use it.]

"Welcome to Bad Gear, the show about the world’s most-hated audio tools. As a professional music technology clown I have become immune to gear acquisition syndrome, all my purchases are meticulously planned out, based on quantifiable parameters like resale value, repairability and actual utility in music production.

However, today we are going to talk about the 2001 Yamaha DX200, an overpriced contraption notorious for its questionable build quality, sonically surpassed by freeware plugins and riddled with more UI limitations than a Volca. Why did I buy this?

Chapters:
00:00 Intro tune
00:59 Overview DX200
01:29 Yamaha DX200 vs. Elektron Digitone, DX7 Patches
01:52 Front Panel UI
02:54 A DX7 with a Filter ???
03:12 FX Section, Distortion
03:26 Scenes
03:47 Software Editors
03:57 Sample Player, AWM Engine
04:27 Groovebox Functionality
05:09 Free EG (Automation)
05:35 Build Quality Issues, Workflow Quirks
06:12 DX200 vs. AN200 , Pricing
06:28 H*te Screen
06:56 Jam 1 ( Microhouse )
07:51 Jam 2 ( DnB )
08:53 Finale ( FM Organ Funk )
09:21 Verdict"

Korg Volca Bundle – Beats, Bass, Keys, Sample, & FM + Power & Patch Cables

Note: Auction links are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this eBay listing

"The Korg Volca Bundle is a complete set of keyboard synthesizers and accessories that includes the Volca Beats, Volca Bass, Volca Keys, Volca Sample, and Volca FM. These synthesizers are designed for musicians and producers looking for a versatile and powerful set of tools for creating unique and expressive sounds. Made in Japan by the renowned brand Korg, this bundle offers high-quality components and reliable performance. With features like sequencers and a variety of key types, the Korg Volca Bundle is perfect for musicians looking to expand their synthesizer capabilities."

Introducing Sonicware LIVEN Evoke - A New Category of Ambient Music Box

video uploads by SONICWARE

"Following the success of Ambient Ø, we’re introducing ‘LIVEN Evoke’ — a new category of ambient music box that blends acoustic-inspired synthesis with hypnotic granular textures.

‘Evoke’ builds on the emotional soundscape tradition we pioneered, offering A creators a deeply expressive tool for composing cinematic ambient and post-classical music."

https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-evoke

MSRP: US: $239 UK: £229 (incl. VAT) AU: AU$399 (incl. GST) CA: CA$329
First Batch: 100 units — Shipping Starts from June 30. Check with dealers on the right for availability.



Additional Details:

■ Nostalgia-Evoking Ambient Music Box
Timelessly interwoven with synthesized acoustic instruments and a hypnotic granular effect.

■ Acoustronic Flux Oscillator
New synth engine that turns acoustic-instrument essence into a unique 'acoustronic' sound.

■ Grain FX: Musical Granular Effect
Micro-grain slicing transforms phrases into musical glitches and evolving textures.

■ Dense & Multi-Dimensional Reverb
10 diverse reverbs—including the veiled ambience 'Mirage'—for deep atmospheres.

■ All-in-One 4-Track Sequencer
LIVEN’s signature 4 -track sequencer, known for recording performances and sound changes.

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Korg Volca FM Presets Sound Demo (no talking) with Meris LVX: technoid Sound Pack

video upload by Limbic Bits

"'Technoid' is a sound pack designed for the Korg Volca FM series as well as other synthesizers that support DX7 Sysex import. Featuring a total of 32 Volca FM presets, this soundset is primarily aimed at producers of electronic music genres such as ambient, techno, and IDM.
Technoid” starts with twelve dub chord presets, ideal for dub and Detroit techno when played as minor chords, but also versatile enough for leads and arpeggios. The pack also offers several Pad presets that include both complex digital textures and warm, analog-like tones. Rounding out the collection are seven bass presets and three percussion sounds.

▶ Techno Sound Pack for Korg Volca FM: https://limbicbits.com/korg-volca-fm-..."

RF modular dawless jam 140bpm

video upload by Radical Frequencies Modular

"Patch:
The bass is the alpha saw from dpvco and the sub oscillator form waveshaper module into rf transistor mixer and then into diode dream Vcf 5 pole low pass .
The fm bleeping melody lead comes from dpvco beta saw through the amazing Scota Vcf which a wonderful module for instant fm leads and sfx ! Of course a lot of modulations are taking place here and there ! Sequencer is the beatstep pro and the drums are from rd6 and volca sample ."

Minimal Ambient w / Tenori-on, OP-1 field, volca fm | Herbal Gathering 2025-04-27 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created with the YAMAHA TENORI-ON, ‪@teenageengineering‬ OP-1 field, and ‪@KORG_INC‬ volca fm2. Repeating harmonies are washed in effect-laden electronic tones.

TENORI-ON: A phrase is looped with the RANDOM sequencer, then processed through the ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ MOOD MK II and GENERATION LOSS MK II.

OP-1 field: I first record a harmony loop, then overdub parts with the internal synth. The output is routed through ‪@strymon‬ NIGHTSKY for modulation, reverb, and filtering.

volca fm2: A slow-attack patch is played and further degraded into lo-fi textures with ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOSSY."

AMBIENT #11 (DAWless Live) w/ VOLCA FM2, NOVATION PEAK, MC-707

video upload by Andro Lectric

Scale: Db Minor
BPM: 80

w/
NOVATION PEAK
KORG VOLCA FM 2
ROLAND MC-707
ROLAND MX-1


(c) 2025
Written, Produced & Mixed by (Androlectric)

SADE - No Ordinary Love (AL-ReWork)

video upload by Andro Lectric

"SADE - No Ordinary Love (AL-ReWork)

Sounds w/
Novation PEAK
KORG VOLCA FM 2
ROLAND MC-707

(c) ReWork 2025 by ANDROLECTRIC

Original Track:
SADE - No Ordinary Love
1992 | Epic Records"

SOME LOFI JAM | DIGITAKT - VOLCA FM

video upload by uh!

"In this jam, I only used the Digitakt and the Volca FM. I couldn't sync them properly, so I adjusted the timing later in the DAW.

Other than that, it's pretty simple. I start with a chopped sample and then add the drums. All the instruments, except for the chords, come from the Digitakt—the bass, lead, and pluck.

It was my first time trying to play everything live without any pre-recorded parts, and it was quite an experience. I have a lot to improve, especially keeping in time, but oh well, let's see how it goes!"

GAME BOY, volca fm, Moog One, Field Recordings in Tokyo | Verdant Veins 2025-01-28 by atnr

video upload by atnr

"A piece created using the Game Boy, ‪@KORG_INC‬ volca fm2, YAMAHA MU15, ‪@SequentialLLC‬ Prophet-10, and ‪@MoogSynthesizers‬ Moog One. Gentle synthesizer sounds overlap against the backdrop of Tokyo city sounds.

The Game Boy sounds are processed through ‪@ChaseBlissAudio‬ LOSSY into a lo-fi tone and played back using LSDj, synchronized only in tempo.

The Volca FM2 is saturated through GENERATION LOSS MKII and MICROCOSM while applying reverb effects.

The MU15 has filters and reverb applied using NIGHTSKY.

The field recordings consist of sounds recorded from Tokyo city, including temple bells, bicycle noises, and bird songs. These were recorded with a TASCAM X8."

How to Make the Korg Volca FM More Powerful in ~ 5 Minutes

video upload by Dylan Ferno

"Tutorial on How to Make the Korg Volca FM2 More Powerful using different LFO techniques

0:00 Intro
0:40 Add 2nd LFO Parameter
1:25 '2nd LFO' Demo
1:45 Detune Knob
2:05 Make all Patches better
3:05 Tremolo
3:15 Delay Effect
3:40 Reverb + 'Delay'
4:10 Random Bass Generator
4:45 Wider LFO Range
5:20 LFO 'Sync'
6:00 Key Sync LFO
6:25 Transpose Knob"

AMBIENT #10 w/ VOLCA FM QUAD, ROLAND MX-1 | Sunset at Hus Aren

video upload by Andro Lectric

"Scale: A Minor
BPM: 100

w/
KORG VOLCA FM 1 & 2
ROLAND MX-1
BOSS RV-500
---
Yes - I got a second ROLAND MX-1
from ebay in very good Condition :-)
now as Reserve or Sub-Mix
ROLAND is sleeping, sold out... MK-II...?
Tested with 4x "VOLCA FM"
Plus "BOSS RV-500" as an Insert
With a little Melody for the Sunset
at Hus Aren

Hus Aren, also known as Arnheim Castle, formerly known as Arnhem, is located southeast of the Bückeburg district of Nordholz. Archaeological findings indicate that the fortifications were built in the 12th century. According to historical sources, the castle was inhabited by the Lords of Arnheim, a regional noble family. After they were displaced by the Counts of Schaumburg, the castle was demolished in 1302.

(c) 2024
Written, Produced & Mixed by (Androlectric)"

KORG VOLCA (Zero-X | Short Jam) x THUNDERBIRDS | FM, BEATS

video upload by Andro Lectric

"KORG Volca Overdubs
(Zero-X | Short Jam)

BPM: 114
Scale: Eb Minor Pentatonic

Reverb/Delay
w/ ROLAND MX-1 / MC-707

(c) 2024
Written, Produced & Mixed by (Androlectric)"

ROSES (Extended-Mix) | DAWless w/ PEAK, microKORG, VOLCA FM | Live Electronica / Dub

video upload by Andro Lectric

"Roses (Extendend-Mix)
Live Jaming | Electronica / Dub
BPM: 114
Scale: Gb Minor

w/
KORG microKORG XL+
(A55 Evoltion)
Novation PEAK
(C066 ANDRO C-Freak 2)
KORG VOLCA FM2
(Cho Guitar, Afritumba, Xylophone)
ROLAND JD-08
(A.67 Hybrid Strings)
ROLAND JU-06A
(60 / 6-1 Synth Harp)
ROLAND MC-707
ROLAND MX-1
---
Reason: West24
MC-707s: WEST24-2

(c) 2024
Written, Produced & Mixed by (Androlectric)"

Introducing SONICWARE LIVEN Ambient - Immersive Ambient Generator Synthesizer

video uploads by SONICWARE

https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-ambient

Playlist:
1. LIVEN Ambient Ø (Official PV)
2. How to make ambient music with LIVEN Ambient Ø
3. Layering tones with LIVEN Ambient Ø



Press release follows:

Soundscape Synthesizer LIVEN Ambient Ø Immersive Ambient Generator

4 layers of tone and texture̶Drone, Pad, Atmos, and Noise̶merge to generate resonance and transformation.

Blendwave Modulation Synthesis

Newly developed synth-engine with 6 structures, designed to create undulating and fluctuating tones.

Noise and Space

The Noise layer processes 8-second stereo sampling loops with noise blending and pitch modulation.

Extensive Effects Section

9 types of lush Reverb with shimmer, plus 6 types of effects including Tape Delay and Master Chorus.

Sequencer on Each Layer

Records performances, notes probabilities, and evolving tonal changes.

Immersive Ambient Generator
Ambient Ø (zero) is incredibly easy to use. Start by playing a tone from one layer using the note hold function. While listening closely, simply tweak the knobs to modify the tone and add other layers to shape a pleasing sound.

Blendwave Modulation Synthesis
We conducted extensive research into creating undulating and fluctuating tones for Ambient Ø, resulting in the development of a new wavetable-based synthesis.
Blendwave Modulation Synthesis combines 6 unique structures with 32 WAVEs featuring complex harmonic transitions, making it easy to create powerful low drones, lush pads, and transparent pizzicatos, perfect for ambient music.

4 knobs / 8 parameters offer a wide range of tone creation.

A WAVE contains 128 harmonic tables, allowing for diverse tonal changes such as moving from basic waveforms to complex harmonics. The WAVE is
represented by a yin-yang icon, with the yin representing moves in the reverse direction through the tables during modulation.

6 Structures
Each structure has a different number of oscillators and modulation circuits. ATMOS 1 applies ring modulation, while ATMOS 2 applies FM modulation.

Noise and Space
The Noise layer includes 8 specially selected nature sounds, offering noise blending, pitch adjustment and modulation to infuse unique spatial characteristics.
Additionally, it allows for up to 8 seconds of stereo sampling from the line input, letting you create personalized textures.

Extensive Effects Section
Ambient Ø is equipped with 9 types of lush reverb, each offering unique spatial dimensions and brightness settings. You can individually adjust the reverb send and shimmer send (for layering octaves) for each layer.

In addition to the reverb, the Ambient Ø offers
an effect unit with Tape Delay, Reverse Delay, and 4 master effects; Overdrive, Bit/Rate Crush, Tilt EQ, and Stereo Chorus.

Sequencer on Each Layer
You can not only layer the four tones, but each layer also includes a sequencer that allows you to record keyboard performances.
Furthermore, you can record changes in numerous parameters, including level, pan, and filter movement over time.


16 Ambient Sound Pattern Palettes, crafted by expert sound designers
No need to start from scratch. Choose a palette that fits your mood, start playing tones, tweak the knobs, and layer them following your heart. Thus, your inner thoughts and emotions will be crafted into sound.

Play On The Go: Portable, Built-in speaker, and Battery-powered
Leave your usual workspace and try using Ambient Ø in your living room or outdoors. As its evolving sounds mixes with the surrounding environmental noises, you are likely to experience genuine Ambient Music.

https://sonicware.jp/pages/liven-ambient

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Recidivist

video upload by nbor

"At my portable, battery powered #dawless setup, working out a groove. Roland SH01A for the bass, Korg Volca FM for a lead, Meeblip Geode for another lead, Elektron Model Cycles for the drums and percussion. @1010music Blackbox is the brains of the operation, recording and playing sequences and distributing MIDI. Random crummy delay pedal on the volca FM is chosen more for its size than its sound!"