Compact multi-effects processor for electric guitar that comes with Roland GK-3 Divided Pickup and 13-pin cable, allowing user to transform his guitar sound into numerous classic electric and acoustic guitar types, basses, and even analogue-modelled synths, including the legendary Roland GR-300. Its multi-effects section also features flagship-level COSM amps and effects, and these can be used with any guitar via a standard 6.3mm cable. Plugging into the processor’s input with a Roland GK-compatible pickup and a 13-pin cable unlocks the instrument modelling section, opening up a world of amazing sonic possibilities for both live playing and studio recording. The processor allows user to change the guitar’s tuning with the press of a pedal – there is no need to change instruments or manually re-tune for different songs or styles. It offers open tunings like G and E, shimmering 12-string tunings, or drop down tunings that can be tuned down in semitone steps for massive, ultra-heavy riffs. There are many tuning presets to choose from, and user can also create his own customized tunings for any application. In addition to instant tuning changes, using a GK-compatible pickup with the processor allows for changing instrument’s entire sound: on hand are classic modelled electric guitars with single coils and humbuckers, plus steel- and nylon-string acoustics, basses, banjo, resonator, fretless guitar, and even a sitar. The unit also includes an impressive analogue-modelled synth engine that powers an authentic emulation of the famous Roland GR-300 analogue guitar synth and a super-fat OSC Synth with two oscillators and many easily adjustable sound parameters. In addition, a selection of cool “Poly FX” deliver unique sounds only possible with GK processing, allowing user to take the playing into exciting new territory. Modelled sounds can be blended with the guitar’s normal sound. The processor also offers is 30 different amp sounds, including classic combos, vintage stacks, and modern high-gain amps, along with bass amps for modelled bass tones and a full-range amp for acoustic sounds. Powered by custom BOSS DSP and the latest developments in COSM technology, the amps deliver organic, responsive tone, with adjustable settings to vary the natural compression and playing feel. All of the amps can be used with either normal guitars or those equipped with a GK pickup. Inside the unit is a wide selection of flagship effects derived from the GT-100. Most can be used with a normal guitar (without a GK pickup), allowing the processor to do double-duty as an effects processor for any guitar gig. Included are overdrives, distortions, mod effects, delay, reverb, and more, as well as intelligent harmony and other great effects. The onboard expression pedal can be used for foot volume or effects such as wah, Pedal Bend, and others. The unit features an onboard USB audio/MIDI interface, making it easy to record great amp and effect tones in any DAW. But when used with a GK-equipped guitar, it becomes an enormously powerful creative tool that expands the production capabilities beyond any standard guitar processor. Available as a free download, the BOSS TONE STUDIO software makes it simple to edit and organize the processor’s patches on the Mac or Windows computer. In addition, the software provides direct access via USB to the BOSS TONE CENTRAL website, which offers a continually growing collection of free, ready-to-play patches created by some of the world’s top guitarists. Dimensions: 251 x 207 x 71-93 mm. Weight: 1.9 kg.