Roland VGA-3 User manual

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Printed in Japan. June 2003 RAM-3712 PBL-GEN-SE BF-3
All specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice.
All trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
Guitar &Bass Amplifiers
■ JC-120/JC-90 ■ VGA-7/VGA-3 ■ DB-900/DB-700/DB-500
■ AC-100/AC-60 ■ CUBE-30/CUBE-15/CUBE-30 BASS
Guitar &Bass
Amplifiers
FFP™ technology allows D-Bass™ Amps and Cube-30 Bass to precisely predict and adjust the response characteristics of amplifier and speaker output before the bass signal reaches them. This
ability to “sense” incoming signals and adjust for them in advance greatly improves the amp’s efficiency, allowing them to produce a clear, responsive, and very powerful-sounding output far beyond
its conservative power rating.
FC-200
MIDI Foot Controller
GFC-50
Foot Controller
EV-5
Expression Pedal
FV-300L
Volume/Expression Pedal
FS-5U
Footswitch (Unlatch)
FS-5L
Footswitch (Latch)
AB-2
2-Way Selector
DP-2
Pedal Switch
RH-50/25
Headphones
PCS-31
Connection Cable
1/4" TRS phone (stereo) x 1
1/4" phone (mono) x 2
(2.2 m/86-5/8")
↔
OPTIONS
Once a musical instrument generates sound vibrations, it reaches the human ear through various mediating, objects, each of which significantly affects the sound. The material and configuration of
the instrument, the electric/magnetic amplifying system, the air and the reverberation of the room all affect the final sound. Sound modeling, the latest DSP technology, "virtually" reconstructs these
objects. Roland's breakthrough Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM®) uses the advantages of multiple modeling methods and succeeds in accurately emulating existing sounds, as well as
producing sounds that have never before been created.
The power behind Roland's GK gear lies in the GK-2A Divided Pickup. This unique pickup provides an individual output for each string—crucial for accurate synth tracking, advanced pickup and guitar modeling, and
precise pitch-to-MIDI conversion. Once the GK-2A has been attached to a steel-stringed electric or acoustic guitar—or purchased as part of a special "Roland-Ready" guitar—users can tap into the amazing
polyphonic pitch-shifting power, COSM Guitar Modeling, and synthesis power of Roland's GK-Ready gear.
*Note that the GK-2A’s functions vary between different GK gear. Please check the specifications for Roland's GK-Ready gear to see what types of effects are possible.
*RH-50

Clean, Natural Tone
Used on thousands of classic jazz, funk, rock,
reggae and ska records, the Roland JC-Series
has proven to be one of the most popular
guitar amp lineups in history. No other amp
can match the sparkling clean tone and wide
stereo presence of a Jazz Chorus amp.
Legendary Chorus Effects
When it comes to lush chorus sounds, nothing
beats a Jazz Chorus amplifier. The combination
of two independent amplifiers and Roland's
ultra-smooth chorus technology makes for
some of the widest chorus effects ever. This
type of spacious chorus sound cannot be
re-created electronically, but only by
enclosing two speakers in the specially
designed cabinet. Play through a JC-Series
amp and you'll notice how the chorus seems
to naturally reflect off the walls, ceiling and
floor. There's nothing else like it!
Timeless Design
Things have changed since 1975, but not the
rugged design of the JC-Series. Sporting the
classic look of the originals— casters, corner
protectors, studded edges and all—today’s
Jazz Chorus amps are built to the same level
of quality and durability that has made the
JC-Series a mainstay with guitarists
worldwide.
■JC CHORUS™
JC-120
●The classic guitar amplifier based on the
original 1975 design
●Powerful 60W + 60W amp with 2 x 12”
speakers
●One high and one low input per channel
●Super-clean output with wide stereo
presence and famous JC chorus
●Distinctive tone via vibrato with rate/depth
control and spring reverb
●Stereo effects loop for serial or parallel
connection; 3-band EQ per channel
●Footswitch jacks control chorus/vibrato,
reverb and distortion
●Dual 40-watt amplifier design with 2 x 10” speakers
●One high and one low input to accommodate
different guitars
●Natural JC chorus effect with rate and depth controls
●Onboard reverb and distortion with optional
footswitch control
●External effects loop (mono send/stereo return);
4-band EQ
●Rated Power Output 80W (40W + 40W) ●Speakers 10” (25 cm) x 2 ●Connectors Line Out (L/Mono, R), Input (High, Low), Effect Loop Send, Effect Loop Return
(L/Mono, R), Foot Switches (Chorus, Reverb, Distortion), Headphones ●Power Consumption 80W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions (incl. casters) 595 (W) x 274
(D) x 508 (H) mm (23-7/16" x 10-13/16" x 20") ●Weight 22 kg (48 lbs. 9 oz.) ●Accessory Casters (x 4)
●Rated Power Output 120W (60W + 60W) ●Speakers 12” (30 cm) x 2 ●Connectors Line Out (L/Mono, R), <CH1> Input (High, Low), <CH2> Input (High, Low),
Effect Loop Send, Effect Loop Return (L/Mono, R), Foot Switches (Chorus/Vibrato, Reverb, Distortion) ●Power Consumption 110W (AC 117/230/240 V)
●Dimensions (incl. casters) 760 (W) x 280 (D) x 622 (H) mm (29-15/16” x 11-1/16” x 24-1/2”) ●Weight 28 kg (61 lbs. 12 oz.) ●Accessory Casters (x 4)
Roland’s most celebrated guitar amp series
Our flagship model with full control over the chorus sound, plus onboard
distortion and reverb.
A versatile amp with Roland’s classic “JC” sound and
unique chorus effects.
ALegacyof
SonicBrilliance
The Roland Jazz Chorus™ —
The Amp That Started It All.
Since their debut in 1975, Roland’s Jazz Chorus amplifiers have been
a favorite among guitarists for their sparkling clean sound, lush chorus
and rock-solid construction. Now this rich heritage can be found in
Roland’s full line of guitar and bass amplifiers —from the VGA- and
Cube-Series to the AC- and DB-Series.
JC
SERIES
Jazz Chorus™
JC-90
Jazz Chorus
™
2
Jazz Chorus

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V-Guitar
Amplifier
D-Bass Amplifier
COSM Amp
Modeling
Roland’s COSM technology uses
multiple modeling methods to
re-create the sound of the most
popular amps in history. You’ll find
everything from vintage and
modern tube amps to solid-state
and acoustic amps, plus a range of
speaker cabinet selections.
Superb Digital
Effects
With onboard effects ranging from
delay, reverb and chorus to flanger,
phaser and wah, you can create
just about any tone imaginable.
Best of all, using the VGA-Series’
effects feels just like a stomp box,
thanks to simple knob-based
controls.
New Guitar
Modeling
Using an optional GK-2A Divided
Pickup, guitarists can select and
“play” a variety of guitar models—
a marvel of technological
achievement. Choose from electric,
hollow-body, and miked and
unmiked acoustic models; pickups
and placements; and even unique
“guitar-meets-synth” models.
Feed Forward
Processing Inside
Thanks to Roland’s Feed Forward
Processing technology, DB-Series
amps can maximize their efficiency
by “sensing” the incoming bass
signal and adjusting the amplifier
and speaker response
characteristics in advance.
COSM Bass Amp
Modeling
More than just EQ curves, the
DB-Series’ COSM Bass Amp
Modeling can mathematically
re-create every aspect of vintage
and modern Solid State, Tube and
Overdriven amp sounds—complete
with natural tube compression
effects.
Unique D-Chorus
Effect
Roland’s D-Chorus is a split-
frequency chorus effect that
allows bass players to add rich
chorus to the high frequencies
without muddying the lows.
A front or top-panel knob lets
players adjust the effect’s intensity.
Roadworthy
Construction
All DB-Series amps are built with
high-quality components for years
of trouble-free use and include a
DI connector for direct connection
to PA systems. The larger
DB-900/700 also feature convenient
side handles and casters for easy
transportation.
GK-Compatible
The VGA-Series is compatible with
Roland’s GK Divided Pickup.
This slim, hexaphonic pickup
allows each string to be output as
a separate signal that can be
independently processed—
essential for using the VGA-Series’
guitar modeling and features.
●Powerful 50W/12” speaker enclosed in a portable and rugged cabinet
●11 COSM amp models from combos to stacks, plus 11 COSM guitar models
including polyphonic effects*
●10 high-quality DSP effects including spring reverb;
handy Recording/Headphone output
*Guitar modeling and polyphonic effects require optional GK-2A Divided Pickup.
●Rated Power Output 130W (65W + 65W) ●Patches 160 (Preset: 80 + User: 80) ●Speakers 12” (30 cm) x 2 + horn tweeter x 2 ●Connectors GK In, Input (High, Low), Headphones,
Output (L/Mono, R), Ext In (L/Mono, R), Exp Pedal, EFX, Delay (TIP:ON/OFF, RING:TAP TEMPO), Chorus, Reverb, MIDI (In, Out/Thru) ●Power Consumption 160W (AC 117/230/240 V)
●Dimensions (incl. casters) 770 (W) x 300 (D) x 640 (H) mm (30-3/8” x 11-13/16” x 25-1/4”) ●Weight 37.6 kg (82 lbs. 15 oz.) ●Accessories GK Connecting Cable C-13A (5 m), Casters (x 4)
●Rated Power Output 160W ●Speakers 12” (30 cm) x 1, Horn Tweeter x 1 ●Memory A, B (2 memories) ●Connectors Input
(High, Low), Headphones, Balanced DI, Insert (Send, Return), Line Out (XLR type, Balanced 1/4” TRS phone type), Foot
Switches (TIP: A/B, Ring: Manual, Chorus) ●Power Consumption 150W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions 515 (W) x 335 (D) x 485
(H) mm (20-1/4” x 13-1/8” x 19-1/8”) ●Weight 23.5 kg (51 lbs. 13 oz.)
●Rated Power Output 250W ●Speakers 15” (38 cm) x 1, Horn Tweeter x 1 ●Memory A, B (2 memories) ●Connectors Input
(High, Low), Headphones, Balanced DI, Insert (Send, Return), Line Out (XLR type, Balanced 1/4” TRS phone type), Foot Switches
(TIP: A/B, Ring: Manual, Chorus) ●Dimensions (incl. casters) 578 (W) x 407 (D) x 598 (H) mm (22-13/16” x 16-1/16” x 23-9/16”)
●Weight 34 kg (75 lbs. ) ●Power Consumption 200W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Accessory Casters (x 4)
●Rated Power Output 50W ●Patches 10 (Recalled from Panel), 40 (Recalled from MIDI Foot Controller) ●Speakers 12” (30 cm) x 1 ●Connectors GK In, Input, Recording Out/
Headphones, Ext In, Exp Pedal, Foot Switch, MIDI In ●Power Consumption 55W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions 586 (W) x 260 (D) x 480 (H) mm (23-1/8" x 10-1/4" x 18-15/16")
●Weight 18.5 kg (40 lbs. 13 oz.) ●Accessory Casters (x 4)
Futuristic modeling amps with unbeatable tone Powerful, dynamic sound for discriminating bassists
Roland most advanced modeling amplifier based on proprietary COSM®technology.
●Professional 320-watt bass amp with Feed Forward Processing™(FFP)
●7-speaker system: 4 x 10” speakers, horn tweeter and 2 x 12” Passive
Radiator speakers
●COSM®Amp Modeling for realistic Solid State, Tube and Tube Drive amp
sounds
●Built-in compression, 3-band EQ and split-frequency D-Chorus effects
●Amp settings can be stored in program memory for instant recall via
buttons or optional footswitches
●High-quality DI output (XLR type), plus 1/4” output for recording
●Powerful 250-watt bass amp with 15” speaker, horn tweeter and FFP technology
●COSM Amp Modeling for realistic Solid State, Tube and Tube Drive amp sounds
●Built-in compression, 3-band EQ and dynamic D-Chorus effect
●Amp settings can be stored in program memory for instant recall via buttons or
optional footswitches
●Compact 160-watt bass amp with 12” speaker, horn tweeter and FFP technology
●COSM Amp Modeling for realistic Solid State, Tube and Tube Drive amp sounds
●Built-in compression, 3-band EQ and dynamic D-Chorus effect
●Amp settings can be stored in program memory for instant recall via buttons or
optional footswitches
●Rated Power Output 320W ●Speakers 10” (25 cm) x 4, Horn Tweeter x 1, Passive Radiator 12” (30 cm) x 2
●Memory A, B (2 memories) ●Connectors Input (High, Low), Headphones, Balanced DI, Insert (Send, Return),
Line Out (XLR type, Balanced 1/4” TRS phone type), Foot Switches (TIP: A/B, Ring: Manual, Chorus)
●Power Consumption 270W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions (incl. casters) 654 (W) x 489 (D) x 889 (H) mm
(25-3/4” x 19-1/4” x 35”) ●Weight 64 kg (141 lbs. 2 oz.) ●Accessory Casters (x 4)
The ultimate touring amp for professional bass players.
A solid performer with surprisingly powerful sound.
Impressive bass tone in an ultra-compact cabinet.
An affordable choice with powerful guitar and amp modeling capabilities.
●Outstanding stereo tone via powerful 65W + 65W amplifier,
2 x 12” speakers, and 2 horn tweeters
●20 amp models, 26 guitar models, plus selectable tuning and
digital Capo effect*
●4 independent effects processors; 80 Preset and 80 User
memory locations
*Guitar modeling requires optional GK-2A Divided Pickup.
V-Guitar
™
Amplifier
V-Guitar
™
Amplifier
Whether you need amp sounds, studio-quality effects or
modeled guitars, the VGA-Series delivers. You can even add
modeled speaker cabinet effects when recording!
VGA
SERIES
DB
SERIES
D-Bass
™
Amplifier
D-Bass
™
Amplifier
D-Bass
™
Amplifier
GK-2A Divided Pickup
US-20
Unit Selector
GKC-10 (10m) /GKC-5 (5m) /GKC-3 (3m)
GKP-4
GK Parallel Box GK Cables
■COSM AMP TYPE
●CLEAN JC: JC-120, CLASSIC 1: American Twin, CLASSIC 2: VO Clean, MELLOW: Poly ●CRUNCH CLASSIC 1: PR-Reverb, CLASSIC 2: VO Crunch,
CLASSIC 3: American Tweed, MODERN: Match ●LEAD CLASSIC I: MS1987(I), CLASSIC I+ II : MS1987(I+ II ), MODERN 1: BG, MODERN 2: SLDN,
METAL 1: 5150, METAL 2: VGA Metal ●SPECIAL LAYER1, LAYER 2, FUZZ ●FULL FLAT, SHAPED, FAT
■COSM GUITAR TYPE
●ST CLASSIC, MODERN, S-S-H ●LP CLASSIC, MODERN, Jr ●TEL CLASSIC, MODERN, H-S ●HOLLOW SEMI, FULL, RICK ●ACOUSTIC STANDARD,
ROUND, METAL, NYRON STR, BANJO, UKULELE ●SPECIAL BOWED, PIPE, ORGAN, BRASS, SOLO, SYNTH 1, SYNTH 2, FILTER BASS
■EFFECTS
●EFX WAH, SLOW GEAR, COMP, TREMOLO, PHASER, FLANGER ●DELAY MONO, PANNING, HOLD ●CHORUS SPACE, WARM, BRIGHT
●REVERB PLATE, ROOM, HALL
■COSM AMP TYPE
●COMBO JC CLEAN, AMERICAN CLEAN, TWEED, BRITISH, MATCH ●STACK CLASSIC I, CLASSIC I+ II, MODERN, METAL, R-FIER ●ACOUSTIC
Original flat type with Acoustic Guitar Simulator
■COSM GUITAR TYPE
●ELECTRIC ST, LP, HOLLOW, 12 STRING ●ACOUSTIC STANDARD, 12 STRING ●SPECIAL SYNTH LEAD/PAD, SLOW GEAR, POLY OCTAVE, SITAR
■EFFECTS
●EFX CHORUS, FLANGER, PHASER, TREMOLO, WAH ●DELAY CLEAR, WARM, DOUBLING ●REVERB PLATE, SPRING
*DB-700
*DB-900/700/500 share the same
front/rear panel design.
■Options
■VGA-Series Block Diagram

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Acoustic Chorus
Guitar&Bass
Amplifier
Built for Acoustic
Musicians
The AC-Series has been specially
designed to accurately reproduce
the sound of acoustic and
electro-acoustic guitars. From the
tri-amped design of the flagship
AC-100 to the compact AC-60, you
get nothing but pure, natural tone.
Legendary Jazz
Chorus Effects
With chorus effects derived from
Roland’s popular Jazz Chorus™
amplifiers, the AC-Series gives
acoustic musicians lush, spacious
chorus sounds that are further
enhanced by the AC-100’s
3-speaker and the AC-60’s
dual-speaker configurations.
Compact and
Portable
As Roland’s most compact line of
amplifiers, the Cube-Series is
perfect for musicians on the go.
Their lightweight design makes
them easy to take from rehearsal
to gig, while powerful output
ensures they always get the job
done.
A Marvel of
Convenience
Cube amps may be small, but
they’re packed with convenient
features like versatile onboard
effects and EQ. Just plug in and
get the tone you want. The Cube-30
and Cube-30 Bass even sport DSP
effects, making them an incredible
value.
COSM Modeling
Inside
The Cube-30 and Cube-30 Bass
come with onboard COSM Amp
Modeling. This gives guitarists
access to a range of vintage and
modern amp sounds, while bassists
can tap into several popular bass
amp sounds including the
earth-shaking Octave Bass.
Recording/Headphone
Output and Aux Input
Cube-Series amplifiers are ideal for
practice and recording. You can
connect a CD player or drum
machine to the stereo Auxiliary
input and play along while
rehearsing, or use the Recording/
Headphone output to send your
tone directly to a recorder or mixer.
Flexible 2-Channel
Design
Both models feature two input
channels that can accommodate
anything from an acoustic guitar
(with piezo or magnetic pickups)
to a microphone, drum machine or
keyboard. The AC-60’s Mic/Line
input even sports phantom power.
Anti-Feedback
Control
Eliminate annoying feedback!
Simply dial in the offending
frequency and the AC-100/60 will
suppress the feedback so you can
focus on your playing. It’s truly an
acoustic musician’s dream come true.
●Tri-amp system delivers a full sound via 2-way/ 3-speaker
configuration
●Distinctive chorus and reverb effects optimized for acoustic guitar
●2-channel design with 3-band EQ and helpful anti-feedback
per channel
●XLR input for connecting a microphone, keyboard or drum machine
●Compact 2 x 30-watt amplifier with dual 6.5” speaker system—ideal for club gigs
●2-channel design: Guitar input and Mic/Line input with Phantom Power
●Onboard chorus, delay and reverb effects, plus Auto Anti-Feedback controls
●Rated Power Output 100W (50W + 25W + 25W) ●Speakers 12” (30 cm) x 1, 5” (12 cm) x 2 ●Connectors
Input ( [Guitar Channel] Hi/Piezo, Low/Active, [Mic/Aux channel] XLR, Phones), Line Out (XLR [A, B],
Phones [A, B] ), Effects (Send, Return), Foot Switches (Reverb, Chorus) ●Power Consumption 102W
(AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions 646 (W) x 298 (D) x 533 (H) mm (25-7/16” x 11-3/4” x 21”) ●Weight 25 kg
(55 lbs. 2 oz.)
●Rated Power Output 30W + 30W ●Speakers 6.5” (16 cm) x 2 ●Connectors Guitar Channel Input (1/4” phone type), Mic/Line Input (XLR type, 1/4” phone type), Aux IN (RCA phono
type, 1/4” phone type), DI/Tuner Out (1/4” TRS phone type), Line Out (XLR type, 1/4” phone type), Sub Woofer Out (1/4” phone type), Headphones (1/4” TRS phone type), Foot Switch
(1/4” TRS phone type) ●Power Consumption 68W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions 380 (W) x 270 (D) x 268 (H) mm (15” x 10-11/16” x 10-9/16”) ●Weight 9.8 kg (21 lbs. 10 oz.)
●Accessory Carry Case
An acoustic musician’s best friend Nothing else cranks like a Cube
Designed for the wide frequency range of
acoustic and electro-acoustic guitars.
●High-quality DSP guitar amplifier with 30-watt output and 10” speaker
●8 COSM®amp models, plus powerful EFX (chorus, flanger, phaser, tremolo)
and delay/reverb
●2 channels (Clean/Lead) with footswitch control and 3-band EQ
●Recording/Headphone output and Auxiliary input for practice and recording
●Compact bass amplifier with 30-watt /10” coaxial speaker design
●Feed Forward Processing (FFP) technology maximizes amplifier output
●7 COSM bass amp models including octave bass sound
●5 DSP effects including chorus, flanger and T-Wah, plus 3-band EQ
and compression
●Recording/Headphone output and Auxiliary input for practice and recording
●Rated Power Output 30W ●Speaker 10” (25 cm) ●Connectors Input, Aux In,
Recording Out/Headphones, Foot Switches (TIP: Select, Ring: EFX)
●Power Consumption 34W (AC 117/230/240 V) ●Dimensions 385 (W) x 240 (D) x
380 (H) mm (15-3/16" x 9-1/2" x 15") ●Weight 9.2 kg (20 lbs. 5 oz.)
Monstrous sound in a compact amp with DSP effects
and amp modeling.
A lightweight bass amp with FFP™and COSM
for tight, punchy sound.
A compact and flexible acoustic amp for
guitarists who demand pure, natural tone.
Acoustic Chorus
™
Guitar Amplifier
Acoustic Chorus
™
Guitar Amplifier
Guitar Amplifier
Bass Amplifier
CUBE
SERIES
AC
SERIES
A built-in tilt stand improves
projection.
Convenient carry case included.
■COSM AMP TYPE
JC CLEAN BRIT COMBO METAL STACK
ACOUSTIC TWEED R-FIER STACK
BLACK PANEL CLASSIC STACK
CHORUS FLANGER PHASER TREMOLO DELAY REVERB
■DSP EFFECTS
■COSM AMP TYPE
FLIP TOP T.E OCTAVE BASS
B MAN SESSION
BASS 360 CONCERT 810
CHORUS FLANGER T-WAH DELAY REVERB
■DSP EFFECTS
DR-20/10
Dynamic Microphones
■Option
*DR-20
●Rated Power Output 30W ●Speakers 10” (25cm) x 1, Tweeter (Coaxial, 2-way)
x 1 ●Connectors Input (1/4" phone type), AUX In (stereo 1/4" phone type),
Recording Out/Headphones (stereo 1/4" phone type), Foot Switches (EFX, Delay/
Reverb) (stereo 1/4" phone type) ●Power Consumption 34W (AC 117/230/240 V)
●Dimensions 385 (W) x 300 (D) x 380 (H) mm (15-3/16” x 11-13/16” x 15”)
●Weight 12 kg (26 lbs. 8 oz.)
●Compact and affordable guitar amplifier with 15-watt output and 8” speaker
●2-channel operation (Clean/Lead) and 3-band EQ
●Lead sounds include Overdrive, Distortion, Metal and Metal Stack
●Recording/Headphone output and Auxiliary input for practice and recording
Huge sound and onboard overdrive/distortion
make this amp an incredible value.
Guitar Amplifier
OVERDRIVE DISTORTION METAL METAL STACK
■DISTORTION TYPE
●Rated Power Output 15W ●Speaker 8” (20 cm) ●Connectors Input, Aux In,
Recording Out/Headphones ●Power Consumption 18W (AC 117/230/240 V)
●Dimensions 335 (W) x 240 (D) x 330 (H) mm (13-3/16" x 9-1/2" x 13") ●Weight
6.9 kg (15 lbs. 4 oz.)
■AC-100 Speaker Configuration

Visit us online at www.Roland.com
Printed in Japan. June 2003 RAM-3712 PBL-GEN-SE BF-3
All specifications and appearances are subject to change without notice.
All trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
Guitar &Bass Amplifiers
■ JC-120/JC-90 ■ VGA-7/VGA-3 ■ DB-900/DB-700/DB-500
■ AC-100/AC-60 ■ CUBE-30/CUBE-15/CUBE-30 BASS
Guitar &Bass
Amplifiers
FFP™ technology allows D-Bass™ Amps and Cube-30 Bass to precisely predict and adjust the response characteristics of amplifier and speaker output before the bass signal reaches them. This
ability to “sense” incoming signals and adjust for them in advance greatly improves the amp’s efficiency, allowing them to produce a clear, responsive, and very powerful-sounding output far beyond
its conservative power rating.
FC-200
MIDI Foot Controller
GFC-50
Foot Controller
EV-5
Expression Pedal
FV-300L
Volume/Expression Pedal
FS-5U
Footswitch (Unlatch)
FS-5L
Footswitch (Latch)
AB-2
2-Way Selector
DP-2
Pedal Switch
RH-50/25
Headphones
PCS-31
Connection Cable
1/4" TRS phone (stereo) x 1
1/4" phone (mono) x 2
(2.2 m/86-5/8")
↔
OPTIONS
Once a musical instrument generates sound vibrations, it reaches the human ear through various mediating, objects, each of which significantly affects the sound. The material and configuration of
the instrument, the electric/magnetic amplifying system, the air and the reverberation of the room all affect the final sound. Sound modeling, the latest DSP technology, "virtually" reconstructs these
objects. Roland's breakthrough Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM®) uses the advantages of multiple modeling methods and succeeds in accurately emulating existing sounds, as well as
producing sounds that have never before been created.
The power behind Roland's GK gear lies in the GK-2A Divided Pickup. This unique pickup provides an individual output for each string—crucial for accurate synth tracking, advanced pickup and guitar modeling, and
precise pitch-to-MIDI conversion. Once the GK-2A has been attached to a steel-stringed electric or acoustic guitar—or purchased as part of a special "Roland-Ready" guitar—users can tap into the amazing
polyphonic pitch-shifting power, COSM Guitar Modeling, and synthesis power of Roland's GK-Ready gear.
*Note that the GK-2A’s functions vary between different GK gear. Please check the specifications for Roland's GK-Ready gear to see what types of effects are possible.
*RH-50