Korg Volca Sample 2 – 10-Part Digital Sample Sequencer in a Pocket Groovebox

The Volca Sample 2 revives the classic pocket sampler with modern upgrades. It offers 200 sample slots, a powerful 16-step sequencer with motion recording, and a new USB port for seamless sample management.

Key Features

• 10-part sample playback with 8-voice polyphony: Craft full grooves with independent pitch, amp, pan, start/end, hi-cut, envelope, reverse and speed control per part
• USB micro-B port: Enables fast sample import and MIDI control via Librarian software or DAW
• 200 memory slots: 150 factory sounds plus 50 user slots for custom samples
• 16-step sequencer with motion recording: Includes step jump, pattern chaining, swing, reverb send, and start delay
• Built-in effects: Analog-style bass/treble isolator and digital reverb
• Portable design: Battery or adapter-powered with sync and MIDI I/O for integration with other gear

Customer Benefits

The Volca Sample 2 gives you hands-on control over every aspect of your sound with intuitive sequencing and editing. Expanded memory and USB sample management streamline your creative workflow, while the compact format lets you produce music anywhere, anytime.

Quick Specs

• Sample slots: 200 (150 factory + 50 user)
• Polyphony: 8 voices
• Sample engine: 12-bit, 31.25 kHz PCM
• Sequencer: 16 steps, 16 patterns, motion recording, step jump, pattern chaining
• Effects: Bass/treble isolator, reverb
• Connectivity: USB micro-B, MIDI In, Sync In/Out, 3.5 mm headphone output
• Power: 6 × AA batteries or 9 V DC (optional adapter)
• Dimensions: 19.3 × 11.5 × 4.5 cm
• Weight: 0.372 kg (without batteries)

What’s in the Box

• Korg Volca Sample 2
• Sync cable
• 6 × AA demo batteries
• Quick start guide

Use Cases / Ideal For

Perfect for beat-makers, live performers, and electronic musicians seeking hands-on sequencing, glitchy grooves, and lo-fi sample textures in a portable device.

Compatibility

Works with other Volca units, MIDI hardware, and DAWs via USB or MIDI In. Compatible with Volca Librarian software for easy sample management.

Pros & Cons

✅ Pros:

• Expanded memory with fast USB sample transfer
• Flexible sequencing with motion automation and pattern chaining
• Portable, battery-powered design with built-in effects

⚠️ Cons:

• 12-bit engine delivers gritty character—less suited for hi-fi
• No built-in sampling—samples must be imported

The Korg Volca Sample 2 is a compact yet powerful sample sequencer that brings lo-fi charm, performance control, and USB convenience to your production workflow.