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Korg Volca FM firmware

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Discontinued · Latest firmware

1.07
released 10 Sep 2019

Korg no longer makes the Volca FM. No firmware update since September 2019.

What's new in 1.07

Fixed MIDI Song Position Pointer.

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Last checked 23 Oct 2026

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How to update the Korg Volca FM

Download the volca fm System Updater from Korg and unzip it: it contains two update audio files. Power the volca fm with the AC adapter or fresh batteries and connect the audio output of a computer or audio player to its SYNC IN jack with a stereo mini-jack cable; never play the files through speakers or headphones. Turn the volca fm on while holding FUNC and PLAY ('uPdatE' appears), then play the first audio file from the beginning with the volume turned up and no other sounds playing. The unit switches itself off when the first part is done; turn it back on and play the second file. When 'End' appears, turn the volca fm off. If the knobs blink, the update failed: start again.

What you need

Korg Volca FM System Updater — the software Korg uses to load firmware onto the Korg Volca FM. Download links below.

Just for reference. For complete and up-to-date instructions, always refer to the manufacturer's official firmware page.

Drivers & software for the Korg Volca FM

The Korg Volca FM is updated with Korg Volca FM System Updater, published by Korg.

Download Korg Volca FM System Updater from Korgopens in a new tab — korg.com

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Korg Volca FM firmware update history

3 releases since Jun 2016, roughly one every 20 months.

Changelogs summarised from the manufacturer's release notes.

Version 1.07 — 10 Sep 2019

Release notes for this version are listed above.

Release notesopens in a new tab — korg.com

Version 1.03 — 18 Nov 2016

Fixed EG4 implementation. Fixed edit range of Key Velocity Sense.

Version 1.02 — 3 Jun 2016

Change program save procedure. bug fix for FM synthesis. bug fix other. Please refer to FAQ page about program save.

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Korg Volca FM firmware FAQ

What is the latest firmware for the Korg Volca FM?

The latest firmware for the Korg Volca FM is version 1.07, released on 10 Sep 2019. FW//RADAR last checked Korg's official page on 23 Oct 2026.

How do I update the Korg Volca FM?

Download the volca fm System Updater from Korg and unzip it: it contains two update audio files. Power the volca fm with the AC adapter or fresh batteries and connect the audio output of a computer or audio player to its SYNC IN jack with a stereo mini-jack cable; never play the files through speakers or headphones. Full instructions on Korg's official firmware page.

What software do I need to update the Korg Volca FM?

You need Korg Volca FM System Updater, available from korg.com.

Where can I download Korg Volca FM firmware and drivers?

Directly from Korg's official firmware page — FW//RADAR links to the source and never hosts firmware files. Official firmware page →

Where can I find the Korg Volca FM manual?

The official Korg user manual is published on korg.com. Korg Volca FM user manual →

Is the Korg Volca FM still receiving firmware updates?

The Korg Volca FM is discontinued: Korg no longer makes it. The latest firmware we recorded is 1.07 from 10 Sep 2019. FW//RADAR keeps checking Korg's official page, so a new release would show up here.

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