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Roland GR-20S Guitar Synthesizer W/o GK-3
Roland has made guitar synthesis easier than ever with the new GR-20 S Guitar/Bass Synthesizer.
The GR-20 S makes playing high-quality synthesizer sounds from any steel-stringed electric guitar (including Les Paul-type instruments) simple!
An all-new interface makes playing sounds easy using the Bank knob for sound categories and Value dial for variations, while new digital pitch detection provides superior tracking - and now bass players can tap fully into the popular GR-20 S guitar synthesizer thanks to the new Version 2 software optimized for both guitar and bass, which features the same popular patches and instant access to edit parameters as Version 1 found on the GR20.
With Roland's new GK-3B divided pickup installed on your bass and Version 2 loaded into the GR-20 S, bassists can enjoy a custom-tailored synth-bass playing experience and step into the forefront of the stage, where you belong.
Features:
Affordable guitar synthesizer with new sounds, easy interface and GK-3 pickup
Easy to use: select a sound category (Strings, Organ, Synth, etc.) and play!
Quick editing via Attack, Release, Chorus, and Delay/Reverb knobs
Digital pitch detection for lightning-fast tracking
Includes Roland's latest sounds like sax, strings, flute, brass, bass and percussion loops
GK-3 mounts easily on any steel-stringed electric without damage to guitar
GK-3 features an adjustable curve design and pickup cable length, plus an attachment plate for Les Paul-type guitars
Patch Link enables easy connection with MIDI-capable multi-effects like GT-6
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Roland GR-20S Details:
Guitar Synth, or Compact Pedal?
With the GR-20 it feels like both. Simply attach the included GK-3 Divided Pickup to your guitar and you can be playing high-quality Roland sounds in seconds. Selecting a sound is like choosing an effect. First, select a sound category using the Bank knob. Categories include Strings/Orchestral, Wind, Brass, Bass/Guitar, Organ/Keyboard, Piano, Synth/Lead, Voice/Pad, Ethnic, and Rhythm/Percussion. Now you can select individual sounds using the Number/Value dial. It's easy!
Roland's Finest Sounds with Exceptional Tracking
At the heart of the GR-20 is an advanced sound engine based on Roland's professional synthesizers. Sounds can be played with up to 48-voice polyphony for full, rich-sounding Patches. And the sounds are equally impressive. From expressive string ensembles to spiritual tabla loops coupled with sitar—all with adjustable attack and release—there's no limit to what you can do. Sophisticated DSP makes the GR-20's pitch detection ultra-reliable, so you can strum with confidence.
Take Your Guitar Playing Further
Want to create a sound that's all your own? Try blending the natural sound of your guitar pickups with the GR-20. Thankfully, the GK-3 Divided Pickup makes this easy via a larger and smoother GK knob. Imagine playing chords and then slowly fading in a swirling, breathy pad to create intensity. Or how about playing a distorted lead on your guitar with a thick synth lead sound? Now take this a step further with the GR-20's Patch Link function. This allows you to easily assign GR-20 Patches to match effect Patches in MIDI-capable processors like the BOSS GT-6. It's the ultimate system for serious guitarists.
Updater for Bass Compatibility
An updater that will make the GR-20 compatible with bass is available for download from "Downloads" page. With GI-20 equivalent playability, bass players have their fingers on the expressive synth sounds of the GR-20. Equip a divided picked for bass, and they will be ready to enter the synth world.
Specifications:
Sound Generator 1 part
Maximum Polyphony 48 voices
Patches User: 99
Preset: 469
Display 7 segments, 2 characters (LED)
Effects MULTI-FX (included in the patches)
Chorus
Delay/Reverb
Connectors GK IN
GUITAR OUT
MIX IN L
MIX IN R (MONO)
OUTPUT L (PHONES)
OUTPUT R (MONO)
MIDI IN
MIDI OUT
AC IN
Power Supply AC 14 V (AC Adaptor)
Current Draw 600 mA
Accessories Owner's Manual
AC Adaptor BRC series
GK Cable (5 m)
Divided Pickup (GK-3)
Options GK Cable: GKC-3 (3 m), GKC-5 (5 m), GKC-10 (10 m)
Unit Selector: US-20
GK Parallel Box: GKP-4
Size and Weight
Width 314 mm 12-3/8 inches
Depth 245 mm 9-11/16 inches
Height 63 mm 2-1/2 inches
Weight 1.7 kg 3 lbs. 12 oz.
(excluding the AC Adaptor)
The specifications are subject to change without notice.
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