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Roland GI20 GK MIDI Interface with USB MIDI
Built-in USB MIDI port. Easy, knob-based controls. Dedicated buttons.
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If you're looking to enter the world of synthesis, sample-triggering or MIDI sequencing using your guitar or bass, then this is your box. The GI-20 GK-MIDI Interface detects the signal from any electric guitar or bass equipped with a GK-2A or GK-2B pickup, respectively, and lets you trigger synthesizers and samplers, or even record your playing as MIDI data. And with its built-in USB MIDI port, the GI-20 is perfect for computer-based recording setups.
Guitar and Bass Synthesis Made Easy
Using a guitar or bass equipped with an optional GK-2A or GK-2B Divided Pickup, the GI-20 can be used to trigger virtually any MIDI-compatible synthesizer or sampler, as well as outputting your 'natural' guitar sound for amplification.
Perfect for Computer Recording Setups
Thanks to its convenient USB MIDI port, the GI-20 lets you quickly connect your GK-equipped guitar or bass to a variety of computer-based recording systems.
* Built-in USB MIDI port for computer connection
* Easy, knob-based controls and dedicated buttons for fast, intuitive operation
* Patch Memory lets you store user settings including Play Feel, Transpose/Mute settings for each string, and Bank Select/Program Change messages for live performance
* Perfect size and configuration for use with Roland XV-2020 Synthesizer Module
* Flexible Transpose functions + 2 / - 3 octave with optional footswitch control
Guitar and Bass Synthesis Made Easy
Using a guitar or bass equipped with an optional GK-2A or GK-2B Divided Pickup, the GI-20 can be used to trigger virtually any MIDI-compatible synthesizer or sampler, as well as outputting your 'natural' guitar sound for amplification.
Perfect for Computer Recording Setups
Thanks to its convenient USB MIDI port, the GI-20 lets you quickly connect your GK-equipped guitar or bass to a variety of computer-based recording systems.
Technical Info
* Powerful Guitar/Bass-MIDI interface ideal for turning your favorite synthesizer or MIDI module into a guitar synth* Built-in USB MIDI port for computer connection
* Easy, knob-based controls and dedicated buttons for fast, intuitive operation
* Patch Memory lets you store user settings including Play Feel, Transpose/Mute settings for each string, and Bank Select/Program Change messages for live performance
* Perfect size and configuration for use with Roland XV-2020 Synthesizer Module
* Flexible Transpose functions + 2 / - 3 octave with optional footswitch control
Now you can play or control any MIDI device from your guitar! The GI-20 even has a USB output for controlling virtual instruments. Requires GK or other 13-pin pickup.
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Roland GI20 GK MIDI Interface with USB MIDI Reviews
9 out of 10
"Very impressive unit. Does as advertised and user friendly."
Feature:
It should be clear by the description that this unit does not have any 'sounds' of its own and is simply a midi converter. Given that I haven't had sensitivity problems, I've been very happy with the patches and options. I really haven't had a need for 90% of them.
Quality:
One of the studier and more professional looking and feeling pieces of equipment I've got. On par with other rack units.
Value:
Not cheap, but in Midi guitar you really don't have too many options for pro-level equipment.
Sound:
I've been very impressed with my unit. Unlike the fellow previously, I've had no sensitivity issues on my Godin Multiac Jazz. The tracking has been swift and mostly flawless using Absynth, Trilogy, Atmosphere as well as Garritan's Personal Orchestra.
Support:
Haven't needed it.
Overall:
Very impressive unit. Does as advertised and user friendly.
It should be clear by the description that this unit does not have any 'sounds' of its own and is simply a midi converter. Given that I haven't had sensitivity problems, I've been very happy with the patches and options. I really haven't had a need for 90% of them.
Quality:
One of the studier and more professional looking and feeling pieces of equipment I've got. On par with other rack units.
Value:
Not cheap, but in Midi guitar you really don't have too many options for pro-level equipment.
Sound:
I've been very impressed with my unit. Unlike the fellow previously, I've had no sensitivity issues on my Godin Multiac Jazz. The tracking has been swift and mostly flawless using Absynth, Trilogy, Atmosphere as well as Garritan's Personal Orchestra.
Support:
Haven't needed it.
Overall:
Very impressive unit. Does as advertised and user friendly.
Submitted: 04/03/2005
10 out of 10
"Go Beyond run of the mill guitar playing - By the Roland GI-20"
Feature:
The ability to change patches on the synth from the guitar / pickup assembly it a great feature! I have spent the last few days programming the different patches and I am very pleased. THe ability to have different strings play different patches on my synth is awesome.
Quality:
I would have rated this a 12 if the option was there. Absolutely the best piece of equipment I have ever purchased.
Value:
Again, I would have rated this a 12 as well.
Desirability:
To be able to play Pads through a synth by using my guitar is sooper sexy.
Sound:
Sound here would be how well this thing tracks. I just purchased a Roland synth and tied the two together. Man! How awesome. The thing tracks amazingly well. One thing to note it that the pickup placement is critical. I had to experiment with different placements until I got one that worked. Get the pickup place right and you won't believe how cool this unit is.
Support:
Ten just because I haven't needed it. A company that can make something that supports itself is A-OK in my book...
Overall:
I will be using this for years. I can't wait to incorporate it into our live show.
The ability to change patches on the synth from the guitar / pickup assembly it a great feature! I have spent the last few days programming the different patches and I am very pleased. THe ability to have different strings play different patches on my synth is awesome.
Quality:
I would have rated this a 12 if the option was there. Absolutely the best piece of equipment I have ever purchased.
Value:
Again, I would have rated this a 12 as well.
Desirability:
To be able to play Pads through a synth by using my guitar is sooper sexy.
Sound:
Sound here would be how well this thing tracks. I just purchased a Roland synth and tied the two together. Man! How awesome. The thing tracks amazingly well. One thing to note it that the pickup placement is critical. I had to experiment with different placements until I got one that worked. Get the pickup place right and you won't believe how cool this unit is.
Support:
Ten just because I haven't needed it. A company that can make something that supports itself is A-OK in my book...
Overall:
I will be using this for years. I can't wait to incorporate it into our live show.
Submitted: 01/03/2006
Style of Music: Electronica / Techno
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