Roland GR-55 Guitar Synthesizer

The GR-55’s powerful triple-core engine comprises two PCM synthesizers (with over 900 tones powered by the latest Roland synthesis technology) and COSM guitar modeling, featuring a virtual treasure trove of guitar, bass, amp, and synth models. Together, these combined technologies allow you to create unique, revolutionary sounds. The “Metal Synth Lead” preset, for example, combines two types of thick, brilliant synth textures with an overdriven solid-body/humbucking tone for incredible punch and power.

Thanks to Roland’s decades of research and dedication to guitar synthesizers and powerful new pitch detection technology, the GR-55 is far and away the fastest guitar synth ever. Furthermore, the COSM guitar-modeling engine needs zero detection time, allowing the GR-55 to respond instantly and exactly as you play. The GR-55 detects pitch, velocity, and behavior for unprecedented response to your performance.

Get ready to rock … and fast! The GR-55 puts you instantly in touch with a huge library of amazing sounds, no editing required. The onboard lineup of ready-to-use presets (270, plus 297 user) takes the pain out of the process, with simple category buttons for finding the perfect sound fast. Choose from hundreds of great presets for pop, rock, and beyond, and kick-start your song or jam with unique, powerful sounds that will turn heads and raise fists.

If you’re new to the world of technology, fear not. The GR-55 is powerful yet extremely friendly. For customizing sounds, the EZ Edit feature (made famous in the GT-10) and large LCD takes the guesswork out of the process. And for those who want to go deep, the GR-55 offers huge array of controllable parameters. Pros will appreciate the power of the GR-55 while beginners will love how quick and easy the unit is to operate.

The GR-55 conveniently bridges the guitarist to the desktop music production world with its two USB ports. The rear-panel port can be used one for MIDI/Audio data communication; the side-panel port is dedicated to real-time playback of audio files from a USB memory device (sold separately). The GR-55 provides foot control of USB audio playback so your hands never need to leave the guitar.

Specifications:

Sound Generator

PCM: 2 tones
Modeling: 1 tone

Tones

PCM: 910 types
Modeling: 23 types (guitar mode)
17 types (bass mode)

Effects

MFX (Multi-Effects): 20 types
AMP (Preamp): 42 types
MOD (Modulation): 14 types
DELAY: 7 types
REVERB: 5 types
CHORUS: 4 types
EQ: 1 type

Patch Memory

Guitar mode
Preset: 270 + User: 297
Bass mode
Preset: 90 + User: 297

AD Conversion

24-bit (GK Pickup)
24-bit + AF method ** (Normal Pickup)

DA Conversion

24-bit

Sampling Frequency

44.1 kHz

Nominal Output Level

OUTPUT jacks: -10 dBu
GUITAR OUT jack: -10 dBu

Output Impedance

OUTPUT jacks: 2 k ohms
GUITAR OUT jack: 2 k ohms

USB Memory Audio Player

File Format: WAV, AIFF

Display

Graphic LCD 240 x 64 dots

Connectors

GK IN connector (13 pins DIN type)
GUITAR OUT jack (1/4-inch phone type)
OUTPUT L/MONO, R jacks (1/4-inch phone type)
PHONES jack (Stereo 1/4-inch phone type)
MIDI connectors (IN, OUT) (5-pin DIN type)
USB COMPUTER connector (supports Hi-Speed USB, USB MIDI and
USB Audio)
USB MEMORY connector (supports Hi-Speed USB Flash Memory)
DC IN jack

Power Supply

DC 9 V

Current Draw

700 mA

Accessories

AC adaptor
Owner's manual
Divided pickup (GK-3) (only for GK included model)
GK cable (5 m) (only for GK included model)

Options (sold separately)

Divided pickup: GK-3 (for guitar), GK-3B (for bass guitar)
GK cable: GKC-5 (5 m), GKC-10 (10 m)
MIDI foot controller: FC-300
Unit selector: US-20

Size and Weight

Width(W)

405 mm16 inches

Depth(D)

244 mm9-5/8 inches

Height(H)

78 mm3-1/8 inches

Weight

3.3 kg7 lbs. 5 oz.