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Roland GR-30 Manual

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  • Page 1 GUITAR...
  • Page 2 GUITAR SYNTHESIZER VERVIEW The new Roland GR-30 is Roland’s most powerful GR to date, featuring 384 high quality sounds and 256 patches. It includes an Arpeggiator (designed just for guitar), Synth Harmonist, Multiple Effects and Roland’s exclusive high speed tracking. All 384 sounds were created exclusively for the GR-30 with the guitarist in mind. The GR-30’s 28 notes of polyphony accommodate even the most extensive sounds like layers and splits.

  • Page 3: Front Panel Tour

    1997 Guitar Regional Training RONT ANEL PPER ECTION Three-digit Indicator In the Play mode (the mode at start-up), this three-place indicator displays the patch numbers. In the Edit mode, it displays the values and settings status of the currently selected item. Various other messages are also displayed here.
  • Page 4 This button switches between the Play mode and the Edit mode. Pressing the button while you are in the Play mode switches the GR-30 to the Edit mode, enabling each dial to select various settings, and allowing you to create and save sounds, adjust sensitivity, and so on. Pressing the but- ton again returns the unit to the Play mode.
  • Page 5 1997 Guitar Regional Training RONT ANEL OUR CONT IDDLE ECTION VOLUME Knob This knob adjusts the signal volume output from the MIX OUT jack. The center marking provides an easy refer- ence setting when connecting to an instrument amp or mixer. * The output level from the GUITAR OUT jack is controlled separately.
  • Page 6 GR-30 Guitar Synthesizer RONT ANEL OUR CONT EDAL ECTION Foot Pedals These are four foot-operated switches. In the Play mode, together with the GK-2A’s “S1,” they are used mainly to switch patches. After pressing the GK-2A’s “S2” to go into Pedal Effect mode, you can step on the switch to get performance effects such as wah, pitch glide, and hold.

  • Page 7: Back Section

    1997 Guitar Regional Training ANEL ECTION 11 12 13 14 10. MIX OUT Jack L-MIXOUT-R/PHONES (PHONES) The output of the synthesizer is sent out here. Ordinarily, two cables are plugged into the L and R jacks, and the signal is then sent to a stereo amplifier. Furthermore, since both of the L and R jacks accept standard stereo plugs, they can also be used as two headphone jacks.
  • Page 8 18. AC Adaptor Jack/Cord Hook The AC adaptor included with the GR-30 plugs in here. Additionally, hanging the adaptor cord on the cord hook can help prevent the cord from accidentally being pulled out of the jack while you are playing.
  • Page 9 Setting the string sensitivity is very important in order to insure accurate tracking. To perform properly, each string should be adjusted so that it is not too hot or too weak in amplitude. Use the Dial on the right hand side of the GR-30 to select PICKUP SENS (1-6). Press the EDIT/PLAY button.

  • Page 10: Using The Chromatic Tuner

    LEDs. The red light comes on Method 2 The tuner can also be accessed with the switch on the GK-2A pickup and Pedal 1 on the GR-30. This is great for live performance! Make sure the PARAMETER SELECT switch is not set to PATCH INC/DEC BY S1/S2.
  • Page 11 FRONT PANEL METHOD Changing patches on the GR-30 can be done by pressing the Patch buttons, the pedals or the GK-2A S1/S2 buttons. To scroll through the patches consecutively, press the Patch [+] button to scroll forward (A11, A12, A13, etc.), and the Patch [-] button to scroll backwards (A13, A12, A11, etc.).
  • Page 12 LAYING THE ARMONIST The GR-30 has a synth harmonist that allows you to choose a key and add correct harmonies from a single note. You can build up to 3 part harmony when including the original guitar signal. Here’s a couple patches that include the harmonist: Rock Duo “C”...
  • Page 13 UNE THE UITAR The GR-30 includes a built-in chromatic tuner which can be accessed with the EDIT/PLAY and PATCH buttons. Press the EDIT/PLAY and PATCH [-] buttons simultaneously. Play each string individually. The number indicates the string you are playing and the letter indicates the note name.
  • Page 14 The Roland GR-30 includes a built in arpeggiator that functions as a Independent String Sequencer. You can pro- gram patterns like that of a right hand fingerstyle guitarist, and the GR-30 will play the pattern back while you strum chords or play melodic lines.
  • Page 15 EMONSTRATE THE YNTH ARMONIST The GR-30 also includes an Intelligent Pitch Shifter that will create 2 part harmonies on top of the original guitar sig- nal for 3 part diatonic triads. Check it out! Rock Duo “C” This patch adds harmony in the Key of C/Am.

  • Page 16: Advanced Applications

    ATCH The GR-30 will also allow you to use two tones to create a split patch. This means you can divide the guitar strings into two different sounds. For instance, you could have B3 Organ assigned to strings 1 through 4, and an Upright Bass to strings 5 and 6.
  • Page 17 1997 Guitar Regional Training ROGRAMMING THE RPEGGIATOR You can record up to 32 note entries using 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, Triplets, or Shuffle Triplets in Step Time or Real Time. The parameters that are included in the arpeggiator are Arpeggio, A-Rhythm, A-Duration, A-Tempo. Use the following procedure to program an arpeggio in real time: Call up Patch E52 Nylon Guitar/Strings.
  • Page 18 The BOSS GT-5 is the world’s first and only pedalboard style multi effects processor to incorporate Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM). This revolutionary technology from Roland and BOSS is like having your own “custom amp shop”. You can actually stroll through the GT-5 to select from a wide variety of the world’s greatest guitar amps, speaker cabinets, and microphone positions.
  • Page 19 1997 Guitar Regional Training RONT ANEL & D EDAL ISPLAY ONTROLS OUTPUT Level Knob OVERLOAD Indicator Display VALUE Dial BANK Pedal Expression Pedal POWER RETURN SEND PHONES L ( MONO ) VOLUME INPUT MIDI EXP PEDAL LOOP OUTPUT INPUT /CONTROL VALUE GROUP BANK OUTPUT...
  • Page 20 GT-5 Guitar Effects Processor ANEL ECTION Expression Pedal / Control 1 Jack INPUT Jack Expression Pedal / Control 2 Jack MIDI Connectors ( IN,OUT ) INPUT VOLUME Knob CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK EXP PEDAL DO NOT OPEN INPUT OUTPUT LOOP /CONTROL MIDI...

  • Page 21: Chromatic Tuner

    1997 Guitar Regional Training BOSS GT-5 HANDS ON GT-5 NITIALIZING THE The process of initialization will return the GT-5 to its original factory settings. You can initialize “all” settings or a specified section of the “Patch Data” in the User area or Utility settings.

  • Page 22: Global Functions

    GT-5 Guitar Effects Processor ETTING THE LOBAL UNCTIONS It’s always a good idea to set the global functions to match your amplification. These settings will effect all patches in the GT-5. The global functions are located under UTILITY. Use the following procedures to set the global amplifica- tion setting and speaker simulator function: Press UTILITY.
  • Page 23 1997 Guitar Regional Training HANGING ROUPS ANKS UMBERS Groups The GT-5 is based on the Group/Bank/Number system for selecting patches. There are 4 User Groups and 6 Preset Groups. Use the following procedure to change groups: GROUP Button Press the GROUP button repeatedly to access any of the 10 groups. TUNER/BYPASS MANUAL GROUP...

  • Page 24: Turning The Effects O N And Off

    GT-5 Guitar Effects Processor URNING THE FFECTS N AND Each of the effects can be accessed with the effect buttons. Use the following procedure to turn effects on and off: Press the effect select button that corresponds with the type of effect you wish to turn on. Press the effect again to turn the effect On or Off.
  • Page 25 1997 Guitar Regional Training COSM P ELECTING A The GT-5 includes 15 COSM preamps. Each of the preamps contain their own independent tone controls that func- tion the same as the original models. Use the following procedure to select the COSM amps: Use the VALUE dial to select preset patch 111 TUBE STACK.
  • Page 26 The BOSS GT-5 is world’s first and only pedalboard style guitar effects processor to incorporate Composite Object Sound Modeling (COSM). This technology was first introduced in the Roland VG-8 V Guitar System and is now available in this multi effects floor unit. COSM allows you to choose between several “electronic models” of the world’s greatest guitar amps, speaker cabinets, and mic positions.

  • Page 27: Acoustic Guitar Simulator

    1997 Guitar Regional Training COUSTIC UITAR IMULATOR Here’s an example of the Acoustic Guitar Simulator that’s similar to that of the Roland VG-8: Preset 325 Ac Guitar HRM W AVEFORMS The BOSS GT-5 also incorporates some of the synthetic waveforms found in the Roland VG-8.
  • Page 28 HRM W AVEFORMS The GT-5 includes several synthetic waveforms including some of the HRM waveforms found in the Roland VG-8. Use the following procedure to edit the synthetic waveforms: Use the VALUE dial to select User Patch 3-2-4 SQUARE LEAD.
  • Page 29 “clones” the world’s greatest guitars, pickups, amps, speaker cabinets, microphones, drums, analog synthesizers and even the tone wheel of a B3™ organ. This amazing technology was first introduced in the Roland VG-8 V-Guitar System which allowed guitarists to build a complete, custom guitar rig – designing each component from scratch.

  • Page 30: Individual Outputs

    New Product Information AC-2 A COUSTIC IMULATOR Why change guitars when you can simply add the BOSS AC-2 to your rig? The 4-mode dial selects: • Standard: conventional acoustic guitar sound • Jumbo: sound of larger body acoustic guitar • Enhance: a brilliant sound that is never buried "in the mix,"...
  • Page 31 1997 Guitar Regional Training FZ-3 F EDAL "In your face" fuzz! This exciting new addition to the BOSS Compact Pedal line captures the real essence of the "fuzz" sound, enclosed in a cool "retro" style stompbox. • The FUZZ knob controls the amount of fuzz and can be adjusted to suit individual tastes.
  • Page 32 New Product Information TR-2 T REMOLO Classic vintage Tremolo the way it should be! BOSS announces the TR-2, a classic tremolo pedal. This dedicated effects pedal provides more versatility than ever before to create real vintage tremolo guitar sounds and variations.
  • Page 33 1997 Guitar Regional Training AD-5 COUSTIC NSTRUMENT ROCESSOR Plug into amazing acoustic sounds! The AD-5 is an elec- tric-acoustic guitar preamp/DI box with powerful built- in effects processing capabilities. With its high-quality preamp functions and specially voiced effects optimized to deliver the natural expressiveness of an electric- acoustic guitar, this preamp/DI box is a "must-have"...
  • Page 34 150 (W) x 155 (D) x 65 (H) mm / 5-7/8 x 6-1/8 x 2-9/16 inches Weight 1.0 kg / 2 lb. 4 oz. (excluding the AC adaptor) Accessories AC adaptor (Roland ACI or ACF-Series) Optional Accessories Foot Switch FS-5U Roland cord PCS-31 (1/4"TRS) Phone Type - 1/4"...
  • Page 35 The new Roland GC-405 and GC-405X deliver this highly sought-after sound to you in an amaz- ingly affordable and compact package.
  • Page 36 New Product Information GC-405/GC-405X C OMMON PECIFICATIONS Rated Power Output 20W/8 ohm 25W/4 ohm (when the speaker box is connected) Nominal Input Level Clean Channel = -35dBm/680kohm Lead Channel= -72dBm/680kohm Speakers 12 cm (5") x 4 Controls Channel select switch Clean Channel Volume Lead Channel...
  • Page 37 1997 Guitar Regional Training GROUP-BANK-NUMBER SYSTEM GROUP 1 Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4 Bank 5 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 GROUP 4 GROUP 5 GROUP 6 GROUP 7 GROUP 8 GROUP 9 GROUP 10 Patch 1-1-1 = Group 1/Bank 1/Number 1 Patch 1-1-2 = Group 1/Bank 1/Number 2 Patch 4-5-5 = Group 4/Bank 5/Number 5...
  • Page 38 Roland Corporation U.S. 7200 Dominion Circle Los Angeles, CA 90040-3696 Tel: 213.685.5141 Fax: 213.722.0911 http://www.rolandus.com ©Roland Corporation U.S. 1997 2395US...

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