Boss GKC-AD Guitar Synth Converter, 13-Pin GK to Serial GK Overview
The Boss GKC-AD Guitar Synth Converter is a rugged, road-ready device that allows you to connect your guitar to the Boss Serial GK interface using a Roland GK-3 or GK-3B divided pickup.
With the Boss GKC-AD Guitar Synth Converter, your GK-3 or GK-3B-equipped instrument can connect to the latest Boss guitar synth products with the cutting-edge Serial GK digital interface using an analogue 13-pin output. The Boss GKC-AD Guitar Synth Converter features a robust metal design that ensures reliable use and an additional instrument output that lets you incorporate sound from the traditional pickups on your guitar or bass.
Please note: In addition to the Boss GKC-AD Guitar Synth Converter, you also need a BKG series cable such as the BKG-15 or the BKG-30. This is so you can connect your GK-3 or GK-3B pickup to a Serial GK-equipped product such as the Boss GM-800 guitar synth.
- Converts analog 13-pin GK pickup systems to the newly developed Serial GK digital interface
- 13-pin GK input and Serial GK output
- Instrument output for passing normal guitar/bass pickup sounds embedded in the 13-pin connection
- Compact and rugged metal design
- Connectors:
- - GK IN connector: 13 pins DIN type
- - GK OUT jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type (for BGK cable only)
- - GUITAR OUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- - DC IN jack
- - USB port: USB Micro-B (program update only)
- Nominal Output Level:
- - GUITAR OUT: -10 dBu
- Recommended Load Impedance:
- - GUITAR OUT: 10 k ohms or greater
- Indicators:
- - POWER indicator
- - GK CONNECT indicator
- Current Draw:
- - 240 mA
- Power Supply:
- - AC adaptor
- Dimensions:
- - 115 (W) x 92 (D) x 36 (H) mm
- - 4-17/32 (W) x 3-5/8 (D) x 1-7/16 (H) inches
- Weight (excluding AC adaptor):
- - 340 g
- - 12 oz
- Accessories:
- - AC adaptor
- - Owner's Manual
- - Leaflet "USING THE UNIT SAFELY"
- Options (sold separately):
- - Serial GK cable: BGK-15 (15 ft./4.5 m), BGK-30 (30 ft./9 m)
- 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms