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How do I sync the Volca Sample 2 to other MIDI devices like a DAW or another Volca?
Connect a MIDI cable from your master device's MIDI out to the Volca Sample 2's MIDI in. Then, set the Volca Sample 2's MIDI Clock Source to 'Auto' or 'Internal' via the Global Parameter settings (FUNC + 16) and configure the desired MIDI channel.
How do I save my created patterns, and how many can the Volca Sample 2 hold?
Press FUNC + MEMORY, select the desired memory location (1-16 for banks A-P), and press REC to save your pattern. The Volca Sample 2 has 16 memory locations in each of the 16 banks, providing a total of 256 patterns.
How do I load samples onto the Volca Sample 2, and what file types are supported?
You can load samples via the dedicated iOS app 'AudioPocket' using the SYNC IN port on the Volca Sample 2, or using other compatible apps and devices that transmit audio sample data. The Volca Sample 2 uses a proprietary sample format after conversion.
Why is my Volca Sample 2 not playing any sound, even though the sequence is running?
First, check the volume knob to ensure it's turned up, and verify that the headphones/output cable is properly connected; then confirm that samples are actually loaded onto the sample slots currently being triggered in the sequence.
What are the main improvements or key features of the Volca Sample 2 compared to the original Volca Sample?
The Volca Sample 2 offers double the memory (200 sample slots), USB connectivity for sample management, a newly designed swing function, and the ability to individually control sample start and end points directly on the unit.