Name: Fender GC-1-BLK
Brand: Fender
SKU: gc1blk
Price: 799.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 5.0000 (1 reviews)

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Fender GC-1-BLK Black Stratocaster • Equipped To Drive The GR-55 And VG-99 • Controls Are Compatible With The GK-3 • Simple And Easy Operation • Includes Special Gig Bag

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Description

Roland Teams Up With Fender to Deliver The GC-1-BLK V-Guitar Stratocaster:

Ever since they introduced the GR-500 guitar synth to the world in 1977, the visionaries at Roland have been staunchly committed to making the quintessential electronic guitar. Now, working together with Fender in 2012, Roland proudly ushers in a new age with the GC-1 V-Guitar. All the functions of the Roland GK-3 divided pickup unit are seamlessly integreated into the classic Fender Stratocaster, enabling you to drive the GR-55, VG-99, and other 13-pin compatible gear. As well as its futuristic functionality, it also provides classic Fender Stratocaster sound and feel.

One-Cable Connection
With a single GK cable, you can conveniently connect the GC-1 to a VG-99 or GR-55. This is all you need to tap into a world of sound through COSM modeling or guitar synthesis. The GC-1 is also capable of converting your performance into MIDI data via a VG-99 or GR-55, so you can use it as a MIDI controller to record your guitar performances directly to a DAW.

GR-55: A New Era of Sound, Power, & Performance
The GR-55 compatible with the GC-1 is a revolution in guitar synthesis, with features never before available in any guitar processor. In terms of speed, it`s the fastest ever. It`s also the most accurate, thanks to newly developed pitch-detection technology. As for sound, the triple-core generator houses a world-class array of virtual guitars, basses, amps, and synth voices, enabling tones and textures that have never been heard before. Onstage or in the studio, you can instantly access the GR-55's huge library of ready-to-use sounds, from pop to rock and beyond, with quick-access category buttons.

VG-99: Powerful Sound Creating Capability with Dual-COSM Configuration
The GC-1's another perfect partner is the VG-99 V-Guitar System. The VG-99 contains an incredible range of COSM-modeled guitars and amplifiers including new electric, acoustic and bass guitar models, a new GR-300 synth wave, and much more. It even models two signal paths at once. Complete dual processing of guitar modeling on the VG-99 allows you to play two different guitar sounds simultaneously. For example, one virtual guitar could be a Telecaster® in a vintage Tweed amp with full effects and the other a nylon-string guitar with just a hint of reverb. With three powerful new processors at its core, plus expressive performance controls such as Ribbon Controller and D BEAM, this remarkable instrument raises the bar in guitar-modeling and performance technology.

What's In The Box?

(1) Owner's Manual
(1) Owner's Manual for Fender® Guitars
(1) Tremolo Arm
(1) Hexagonal Wrench
(1) Special Gig Bag
(1) GC-1-BLK V-Guitar

Product Features:

Fender GC-1-BLK 3-Tone Sunburst Stratocaster
Equipped with GK hex-divided pickup, 13-pin connector, and all controls to drive the GR-55 and VG-99
Controls are compatible with the GK-3
Simple and easy operation based on the Stratocaster design concept
Also available in 3-Tone Sunburst
Also found as: Roland G-5, Fender G-5, g5blk, Roland G5, Fender G5
Authorized Internet Dealer
1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Specifications:

Color Variations:

Type 1 (GC-1-BLK):

Body Color: Black
Neck: 1-piece Maple neck

Type 2 (GC-1-3TS):

Body Color: 3-Tone Sunburst
Neck: Rosewood (Fingerboard) on Maple

Common Specifications:

Body: Alder
Neck:

Fingerboard Radius: 9.5" (24.1 cm)
Backshape: Modern "C" shape
Scale Length: 25.5" (64.8 cm)
Number of Frets: 22
Fret Size: Medium Jumbo

Pickups: Single Coil type x3, Divided type x1
Bridge: Vintage Style Synchronized Tremolo
Controls:

GK Controller section:

GK VOLUME knob
Select switch
UP(S1) button
DOWN(S2) button

Normal guitar section:

Guitar VOLUME knob
Guitar TONE knob
5-Way switch

Connector: GK Connector (13-pin connector), Guitar Jack (1/4" phone type)
Weight: 8 lbs. 14 oz. (4.0 kg)

Specifications & Details

Body

Body Style

Stratocaster

Body Composition

Alder

Color

Black

Neck

Neck Design

Standard

Neck Shape

Fretboard Composition

1-Piece Maple Neck

Scale Length

25-1/2"

Number of Frets

Fretboard Radius

9-1/2"

Hardware

Hardware Color

Chrome

Bridge

Vintage Style Synchronized Tremolo

Electronics

Pickup Selector

5-way Toggle

Warranty and Return Policy

Parts Warranty Duration

1 year

Labor Warranty Duration

1 year

Warranty Provider

Manufacturer

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Best Roland Ready Guitar that I have ever used.

I had Roland Reday Strat (GK-2 was loaded) with GR-20, before this.

It was not bad, however, there was a little imperfection.

Most of all, RR Strat felt like a little cheap guitar than price.

At that time, I have heard that Fender will make new RR Strat.

Yes, it is GC-1.

I have used it on 6 months with GR-55 and I am so sure that it is far

superior than RR Start.

It works almost perfectly with GR-55. Nice playability, great shape,

Most of all, maple neck is the best feature than RR Strat.

I want to recommend it to all guitar synth users!

RR Start.