Roland GK-Kit-GT3

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Roland GK-Kit-GT3

Roland

GK-Kit-GT3

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Product Info

Article Number: 183640
Brand: Roland
Model: GK-Kit-GT3
Price: $130.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The GK-3 is a solid entry point into guitar synthesis, especially considering the affordable price. It’s perfect for players wanting to experiment with synth sounds without a massive investment, but understand you'll need a synth to make it sing. Installation is straightforward, but requires a bit of DIY confidence.

Product Description

Roland GK-Kit-GT3, MIDI Pickup for guitar - Kit system

The new GK-3 Divided pickup for guitar was very well received at the last music fair, and along with many mechanical improvements, a massive cut in price is also part of the new offer.

, Includes all parts for installation into an electric guitar

PROS
  • • Divided pickup design minimizes string pull and resonance.
  • • Significant price reduction compared to previous GK models.
  • • Simple installation kit allows for DIY modification of existing guitars.
  • • Improved tracking accuracy reduces unwanted synth artifacts and noise.
CONS
  • • Requires modification of the guitar, potentially voiding warranty.
  • • Sound quality heavily reliant on the connected synthesizer or module.
  • • Limited tonal shaping capabilities within the pickup itself.

Product Video

Key Features

Tracking Type Optical
Sounds Provides MIDI data for synthesized sounds, range depends on synth.
Presets No presets within the pickup itself; relies on connected synth’s presets.
Controls None – purely a signal converter.
Connections 14-pin Roland Multi-Output Cable (TRS)
Power Supply Powered by the connected synthesizer or module

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Frequently Asked Questions

The divided design reduces tension on the strings, which can slightly improve sustain and reduce damping compared to a single-point pickup.
It's a MIDI signal, so it *should* work with most synthesizers, but check for MIDI implementation charts to ensure full functionality.
No, it requires removing your existing pickups and routing a cable internally; it’s a modification, not a simple swap.

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