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Attaching the GK-3B to the Bass

 

Adjusting the Divided Pickup

 

As string spacings vary with the model of the bass, the spacing between each of the coils in the
pickup must be adjusted to match the particular bass. Unless this adjustment is made
accurately, the GK-compatible device will not function at its full potential, or may not operate
correctly. Please make this adjustment with care.

 

1.

 

Measure the distance between strings 
on your bass.

 

To determine the distance between each
string, you can measure the distance
between string 1 and string 4 (or
depending on the number of strings, 5 or
6) at the location in which to install the
pickup (p. 9–p. 12), and divide by one less
than the number of strings (i.e., in the case
of a four-string bass, divide by three).

 

fig.1020e

 

Example: 

a distance of 57 mm
57 divided by (4-1) = 19 mm

 

A gauge with pitches of 16, 17, 18, and 19 
mm is printed on the GK-3B package, and 
you can also determine the spacing by 
placing this gauge against your bass.

 

fig.1030

 

2.

 

Use the included screwdriver to loosen 
the screws, move the markers to the 
position of the appropriate distance 
between each string, and tighten the 
screws.

 

*

Be careful not to tighten the screws excessively.

 

fig.1040e

 

*

This adjustment made so that both markers are at
the same position.

*

Be careful when moving the markers; do not use
excessive force.
Be especially careful with those at both sides of the
markers.

 

fig.1050

1

2

3

4

String

Measure the distance
between these two strings.

center

center

loose tight

loose tight

2nd string marker

19 18 17 16 mm

16 17 18 19 mm

Position

5th string marker

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Summary of Contents for GK-3B

Page 1: ...tion of the unit Additionally in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit Owner s manual should be read in its entirety The manual should be s...

Page 2: ...unit has been exposed to rain or otherwise has become wet or The unit does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance 013 In households with small children an adult shou...

Page 3: ...y different water droplets condensation may form inside the unit Damage or malfunction may result if you attempt to use the unit in this condition Therefore before using the unit you must allow it to...

Page 4: ...luded parts to be free of defects in materials and workmanship Contact your retailer or nearest Roland Service Center if repairs become necessary Roland cannot be responsible for any damage caused to...

Page 5: ...en the output from the connected GK device and the normal bass output Changing the GK Volume function also changes the function of this switch For more detailed information refer to the Owner s Manual...

Page 6: ...ually performing with the unit secure it with the screw If only the double sided tape is used to attach the controller shocks from rough handling during performances and from extended use will cause t...

Page 7: ...alling the Divided Pickup x 3 for installing the Controller x 2 for installing the Divided Pickup Pickup Cushion Pickup Spacer A Pickup Spacer B x 4 x 2 x 5 Pickup Spacer C x 4 Holder A Holder B Holde...

Page 8: ...ings i e in the case of a four string bass divide by three fig 1020e Example a distance of 57 mm 57 divided by 4 1 19 mm A gauge with pitches of 16 17 18 and 19 mm is printed on the GK 3B package and...

Page 9: ...G and the 5th string marker is directly below string 4 E Viewed from above fig 1060ae Viewed from the neck fig 1060be Depending on the GK compatible device it is possible to install the pickup so that...

Page 10: ...yet There are three types of pickup spacers A 3 mm B 1 mm and C 0 25 mm combine these as necessary to achieve the proper pickup height The pickup height should be set so that the clearance between the...

Page 11: ...Carefully examine the pickup in its current state and add a suitable number of spacers if the pickup is too low or remove one or more spacers if the pickup is too high 2 Remove the strings from the ba...

Page 12: ...t each end of the pickup on the bass s body 2 Remove the strings from the bass 3 Using a drill or similar means open pilot holes where the attachment screws are to go in If the pilot holes are not mad...

Page 13: ...eight slightly to see if this approach is effective If the springs are too long use a pair of wire clippers to cut them to the correct size Attaching the Controller There are two ways to attach the co...

Page 14: ...mended for basses with sufficient space on the bass s top to mount the controller p 15 fig 1170 Example 2 Mounting Over the Bridge If there is insufficient space to install the controller on the bass...

Page 15: ...fer to the figure to ensure the holder is attached correctly 2 Attach holder B so that the bass body is sandwiched between the two holders Make sure that Holder A is firmly pressed against the side su...

Page 16: ...ed to it to Holder B using the flat washers spring washers and screw 5 mm x 8 mm fig 1250e Spacer LP If Holder C makes contact with the strings and interferes with performance attach the controller cu...

Page 17: ...er to the figure to ensure the holder is attached correctly 2 Attach holder B so that the bass body is sandwiched between the two holders Make sure that Holder A is firmly pressed against the side sur...

Page 18: ...ion and carefully drill a pilot hole in the bass body where the controller s attachment hole is located The diameter of the hole should be about 2 mm 0 08 Confirm that there are no other problems in a...

Page 19: ...g the GK cable fig 2010 Connect the GK 3B only with dedicated GK cable supplied with Roland GK compatible devices and optional GK cables sold by Roland Use of any other cable may result in damage or m...

Page 20: ...round and the GK 3B s ground Even if you are not going to use the bass s straight sound at all always make this connection because of the noise reduction benefits it provides 3 Turn on the power to th...

Page 21: ...Parts for installation Owner s Manual Options GK Cables GKC 3 GKC 5 GKC 10 GK Parallel Box GKP 4 Unit Selector US 20 Dimensions fig 3010e In the interest of product development the specifications and...

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