Since they were first released in late 2013, Korg’s compact, wallet-friendly range of synths, samplers and drum machines has had an outsized impact on the music gear market. In honour of the 10th anniversary of the original trio – the Volca Bass, Volca Beats and Volca Keys – we discuss the history and influence of the range, and deliver our 100% definitive ranking of the top 5 Volcas*. (*Opinions may differ).

00:01:08 Volca jam
00:01:50 What are the Korg Volcas and why are they influential?
00:10:18 Let’s rank the Korg Volcas!
00:11:06 The worst Korg Volca is…
00:12:20 What’s missed out on our top 5…?
00:15:32 Special mention…
00:18:05 In at number 5…
00:24:14 Number 4…
00:28:29 Number 3…
00:36:42 Number 2…
00:42:30 The best Korg Volca