Realtime editing and patch data backups, bulk patch editing. On board the pedal you will find hundreds of worldclass virtual instruments and amps. To access the gr 55 s enormous palette of sounds, guitarists must use an instrument equipped with a gkcompatible pickup such as roland s gk3 divided pickup, which is available with the gr 55 see dropdown menu to the right and select the with pickup option. If you have a keyboard amp, such as a roland kc350 or other pro quality amp, or a pa. I have them connected via midi cable both set to midi channel 2. Its also possible to use the midi out connector as a vlink port. Gr 55 librarian is a software that allows you to manage sound patches in the gr 55 with your computer.
Roland gr 55 guitar synthesizer the roland gr 55 is a revolution in guitar synthesis, with features never before available in any guitar processor. By default, the gr55s guitarmidi switch is turned off. I can create unique sounds now with two synth modeling engines at one time. Using newly developed pitchdetection technology, the gr55 has unparalleled tracking speed and accuracy making it able to capture even the fastest fretboard acrobatics. Roland gr55 to send midi notes from the gr55 sweetcare. Roland gr55 guitar synthesizer, black, gr55gkbk, with gk pickup.
The gr20 offers lots of ways to make its patches your own. By default, the two footswitches control the glide effect and the allimportant hold function, but they can also be set to increment or decrement patches if preferred. Here are some sound samples recorded with my roland gr 55. Apr 07, 2016 hi all, i have a pod hd500 and roland gr 55 synth and trying to understand how to change patches on the gr 55 from my pod hd500. The gr55s powerful triplecore 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. To access the gr55s enormous palette of sounds, guitarists must use an instrument equipped with a gkcompatible pickup such as rolands gk3 divided pickup, which is available with the gr55 see dropdown menu to the right and select the with pickup option. Alex hutchings demo part 1 alex hutchings demonstrates the gr55 guitar synthesizer part 1 of 2. Press the righthand page button to the select the system tab.
If you have the gr55floorboard editor, it comes bundled with about another 2000 patches. Controlling midi patch changes on the roland gr55 from pod. Its easy to use and easy to play with hundreds of great, readytouse sounds for rock or pop guitarists. This is a file library, use roland s software to use the patches. Rolands gr55 guitar synthesizer, announced at the january 2011 winter namm. This is a driver for using the gr55 on mac os x 10. For the main guitar signal is particularly box on two aa batteries. Connecting the gr55 to v link devices v link for example, if the gr55 is connected to a roland p10 visual sampler, you would be able to switch images and control the brightness or hue of the image. Download exclusive artist patches and additional genrebased patches for the gr55 guitar synthesizer.
Roland gr55 training guide using the value dial, select the sound source you are connecting the gr55 to. Link to roland doc with specific info on how to use the gr55 librarian to. The roland worldwide social network keeps you connected to the latest products, exciting events, and much more. Roland gr33, gr55, gi20 and ext synth, or midi guitar. A demo of the of the roland gr55 guitar synthesizers lead sounds built into the unit meant for. Connecting the gr55 to vlink devices vlink, turning vlink onoff, vlink settings. Windowscompatible pc equipped with usb port intel chipset is recommended. Currently, rolands flagship guitar synthesizer is the incredible gr55. Roland gr55 guitar synth tutorialhow to exchange patch. I played one for about 90 minutes at guitar center on a roland ready strat.
Preset and adding artist patches with gr55 librarian application. Roland has finally heard their users and given them pretty much complete autonomy on the way their sounds are tweaked, triggered and even the routing paths. This channel provides information of the roland s best quality electronic musical instruments. With the gr 55s map select parameter set to fix, the gr 55 changes patches in sequence with the pods. This email will include a product link and directions for downloading. Roland and cosm are registered trademarks of roland corporation in the united states andor. Connecting the gr55 to v link devices v link for example, if the gr55 is connected to a roland p10 visual sampler, you would be able to switch images and control the brightness or. Neste video faco um preset com efeito clean drive wah. How to rock out with alternate patches he was interested in buying a gr 55 guitar synthesizer but didnt like the factory presets and sent it back to the store hate it when that happens. Connect the left and right main outputs of the gr55 to two channels of the amp or pa.
Shop for the roland gr55 guitar synthesizer and receive free shipping on your order. The gr 55 s powerful triplecore 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. His skill and stylistic range have made him a soughtafter tour and studio player for such artists as john corabi motley crue, bobby blotzer ratt, mike vescera yngwie malmsteen, tony montana great white, fergie frederiksen toto, george lynch dokken, twisted sister, sebastian bach skid row, stet howland. Its also possible to use the midi out connector as a v link port. Performs the same operation as when the panels vlink button is pressed. Roland gr55 guitar synthesizer black with gk3 divided. The unit also has the capability to create a midi patch map in order to link external midi effects to specific gr20 patches. Press exit several times to return to the main menu. Added new 90 guitar and 18 bass patches as preset patch.
Gr55 james uk roland demonstrator video and patches. Hold down v link button and user button, and turn gr55 power on. Controlling midi patch changes on the roland gr55 from. It is not uncommon for players to want to program their own sounds, as the factory presets are suggestions that show extreme uses of the gr 55 and. For more about patches, refer to how the gr55 works p. Roland gr55 guitar synth with alex hutchings guitar. A combination of different cutting edge technologies all merging into one unit, the gr55 is essentially a swiss army knife for guitar. In this booklet, youll learn how to edit gr20 patches, changing the way they sound and the way they behave. The roland gr55 guitar synthesizer provides guitarists with an innovative fusion of guitar synthesis and powerful cosm guitar modelling.
V link is a protocol developed by roland to allow musicians to control video devices. How to rock out with alternate patches he was interested in buying a gr55 guitar synthesizer but didnt like the factory presets and sent it back to the store hate it when that happens. Robert marcello is a masterful guitar artist from sweden. Roland gr33, gr55, gi20 and ext synth, or midi guitar ztar. Hold down v link button and user button, and turn gr 55 power on. How to rock out with alternate patches roland canada.
Provides an overview of key features, functions and operational tips. Connecting the gr55 to midi devices american musical supply. We examine what makes the sy300 and the gr55 such contrasting devices. This is a file library, use rolands software to use the patches. Bass 17 222 esoteric vibe pluckedstroke 321 mallet 152 e. Alex hutchings roland gr55 guitar synth linked to a computer and boss. Gr 55 requires an interface mounted on the guitar called a gk3. Gr55 get many of the gr55 guitar mode forum patches here. While i have no previous roland gk experience i do have a fair amount of pitch tracking experience with hardware effects such as boss oc2 analog mono octaver, boss se70 synth effects, boss vf1 synth effects, boss gt10b synth effects, sonuus b2m pitchto. Alex hutchings roland gr55 guitar synth linked to a computer. The gr 55 is equipped with roland s industrystandard pin gk interface. The gr 55 is a strange beast, trying to be too many things to too many players. Youtube vguitar forum barry coates eric fischer mark smart. With the gr55s power turned off, connect your usb memory to the gr55.
What happened to all of the beautiful guitar patches that roland created with the vg8. Comparision with vintage roland 24pin guitar synthesizer, service manual, rare audio demos. There is also a third party gr 55 patch editor that works well, allowing you to program patches in real time from your pc, laptop or mac. In the gr 55 there are 99 user banks with 3 user patches per bank available for customization. Gr55 librarian is a software that allows you to manage sound patches in the gr55 with your computer. The gr55 is a strange beast, trying to be too many things to too many players. Check out the free patches from boss tone central for even more sounds. Roland gr55 guitar synthesizer the roland gr55 is a revolution in guitar synthesis, with features never before available in any guitar processor.
Its also the most accurate, thanks to recently developed pitchdetection technology. Oct 12, 2017 neste video faco um preset com efeito clean drive wah. Alex also triggers soft synth patches straight from the computer. Not only does it feature a good selection of synthesizer sounds, the onboard cosm effect modeling gives it the ability to create some sounds similar to v guitar systems like the vg88, but it isnt a full v guitar system. Preset and adding artist patches with gr 55 librarian application gr 55. One is the fasttracking, samplebased sound synthesizer section, the other is cosm guitaramp. My product wireless system for roland gr 55, gr 33, etc. I think it tracks great but depending on the patch you get some ghost notes. Roland gr55 guitar synthesizer, black, gr55gkbk, with gk. This allows the gr 55 to be a powerful audio processor and connects to the guitar using a pin midi cable.
Guitar patches to sound like your favourite guitarist. There are four footswitches, three of which may be used to select patches or to operate the. This booklet explains how the gr20, together with a midi sequencer, allows you to make midi recordings from your guitar. Roland gr55 guitar synthesizer jeff loomis em portugues. Roland gr55gkbk guitar synthesizer the roland gr55 is a revolution in guitar synthesis, with features never before available in any guitar processor. This allows you to manage numerous user patches efficiently with your computer. An error occurred while retrieving sharing information. Connect the left and right main outputs of the gr 55 to two channels of the amp or pa. There is no flash card memory on the unit though it does accept usb sticks, check for the spec on the roland site. Here are some sound samples recorded with my roland gr55. It was much better than the gk3 pickup i installed on my old kramer. This is a driver for using the gr 55 on mac os x 10. The video devices themselves must be v link compatible to use this feature. It is not uncommon for players to want to program their own sounds, as the factory presets are suggestions that show extreme uses of the gr55 and.
If youre still scrolling through the factory patches, this may be your problem. Owners manual, training manual roland gr 55 owners manual 96 pages. Hold down vlink button and user button, and turn gr55 power on. We have 2 roland gr 55 manuals available for free pdf download. Roland gr55 guitar synthesizer black with gk3 divided pickup. This album was recorded with my usual gear at the time. With the gr 55 s power turned off, connect your usb memory to the gr 55. Roland gr 55 training guide using the value dial, select the sound source you are connecting the gr 55 to.
This comprises a 6 channel pickup one for each string and a selector unit which can change volume, select patches, either the guitar original pickups, the gk3 pickup or both. The gr55 is equipped with rolands industrystandard pin gk interface. Alex hutchings takes us through his live looping setup using the roland gr55 guitar synthesizer and boss rc300 loop station. This is a total of 297 user patches for customization and editing writesave. But roland has taken things a lot further with the gr 55. There are also loads of gr55 patches at the v guitars forum too. The initial screen appears, and then the display lights up completely.