This product complies with the requirements of European Directives EMC 89/336/EEC and LVD 73/23/EEC.
1. Measure the distance between strings on your bass.
Attaching the Divided Pickup
Adjusting the Divided Pickup
● Screw (for installing the Divided Pickup)
● Spring (for installing the Divided Pickup)
● Amp Board● GK Connector Board
260±5
120±5
170 10±
150±5
150±5
180±5
230±5
In the case of basses, the distance between each string diers between instruments, so you will need to adjust the divided pickup according to
the distance between each string of 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, and divide by one less than the number of strings (i.e., in
the case of a four-string bass, divide by three).
Loosen the screws (2) in the sides of the pickup, move the
markers so that they are correctly positioned according to the
distance between the strings, then retighten the screws.
In order to position the center marker as shown in the following
gure, attach the divided pickup with the 2nd string marker and
5th string marker directly under the specied strings.
For a four-string bass (1G–4E):
For a six-string bass (1C–6B):
For a ve-string bass (1G–5B):
Attach the divided pickup so that the screws on the side of the
pickup face toward the neck.
Make sure that the divided pickup and the bridge are no more
than 50 mm apart (15–25 mm is recommended).
Adjust the height of the divided pickup so that there is
approximately 1.5 mm of clearance between the string and
pickup when the string is pressed on the highest fret.
Be careful not to tighten the screws excessively.
This adjustment made so that both 2nd string marker and 5th string
marker are at the same position.
57 divided by (4 - 1) = 19 mm
* Max input level is 12 Vp-p
● Divided Pickup ..........................1
● Amp Board .................................1
● GK Connector Board .................1
● Plate .............................................1
● Screw ...........................................2
(for installing the Divided Pickup)
(for installing the Divided Pickup)
● GK Volume (50 k Ω± 20 % B curve) ...........1
● LED .................................................................1
(momentary type switch, push: ON) .........2
● GK/MIX/BASS Select Switch
(1 pole ON-OFF-ON toggle switch)
● Nut (for GK Volume) ....................................2
● Washer (for GK Volume) ..............................2
● For GK Connector-A 7-pin ...1
● For GK Connector-B 8-pin ...1
● For GK Volume 3-pin ...1
● For Bass Signal 2-pin ...1
● For Switch, LED 6-pin ...1
● ● Screw ...4 Ground Wire ...3 (*1)
Parts should be arranged separately
When connect the wiring, check the number of pin
and direction accordingly
Dimensional Drawing of the Hole (If necessary, a hole for a rotation-stopper can be drilled.)
GK/MIX/BASS Select Switch
1. Attach the connector to the plate with the supplied screws.
2. Attach the plate to the bass with the screws.
* Mount GK Connector board so that small connection port should be
placed top toward bass surface.
1. Do not exceed 12 Vp-p for input signal level.
2. Solder uncovered wire (silver) to the earth (ground) of the bass.
3. Solder the white wire to the bass signals.
uncovered earth (ground) of the bass➔
1. Solder each signal wire of GK volume wiring with
volume 50 k 20 % B curve.Ω±
(Select Switch, DOWN/S1 Switch, UP/S2 Switch, LED)
1. Ground wire for each wiring is common.
Do wiring as “Wiring Diagram (*1).”
* Do not take power source from this circuit except for LED.
2. Using a toggle switch of 1 pole ON-OFF-ON momentary
for DOWN/S1, UP/S2, mounting can be simpler.
* In case of above, it is not possible to use simultaneous pressing for
DOWN/S1 and DOWN/S2 switches.
When you transcribe each controller into bass itself or owner s manual, please transcribe as below:’
About Transcription for Each Controller
DOWN/S1 Switch ...DOWN/S1
•Before using this unit, make sure to read the
instructions below, and the Owner s ’
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•Do not open or perform any internal modi-
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•Do not attempt to repair the unit, or replace
parts within it (except when this manual
provides specic instructions directing you
to do so). Refer all servicing to your retailer,
the nearest Roland Service Center, or an
authorized Roland distributor.
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•Never use or store the unit in places that are:
•Subject to temperature extremes (e.g.,
direct sunlight in an enclosed vehicle,
near a heating duct, on top of heat-gener-
•Damp (e.g., baths, washrooms, on wet
•Subject to high levels of vibration.
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•Do not allow any objects (e.g., ammable
material, coins, pins); or liquids of any kind
(water, soft drinks, etc.) to penetrate the unit.
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•Immediately turn the power o, and request
servicing by your retailer, the nearest Roland
Service Center, or an authorized Roland
•Objects have fallen into, or liquid has
been spilled onto the unit; or
•The 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
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•In households with small children, an adult
should provide supervision until the child is
capable of following all the rules essential
for the safe operation of the unit.
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•Protect the unit from strong impact.
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•Should you remove screws or springs, make
sure to put them in a safe place out of
children's reach, so there is no chance of
them being swallowed accidentally.
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Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used
* Material damage refers to damage or
other adverse effects caused with
respect to the home and all its
furnishings, as well to domestic
Used for instructions intended to alert
the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used
The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be
carried out. The specic thing that must be done is
indicated by the design contained within the circle. In
the case of the symbol at left, it means that the power-
cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions
or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is
determined by the design contained within the
triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for
general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never
be carried out (are forbidden). The specic thing that
must not be done is indicated by the design contained
within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it
means that the unit must never be disassembled.
Thank you for purchasing the Roland GK-KIT-BG, a divided pickup kit. The GK-KIT-BG is a specialized kit for internal
installation of the included bass divided pickup. Installing the components in the bass allows the bass to be used with
GK-compatible devices for bass.
Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: USING THE UNIT SAFELY IMPORTANT NOTES.“ ” and “ ”
These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. To ensure proper installa-
tion which is critical and operation, please read this owner s manual carefully. The Owner s manual should be – – ’ ’
saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.
In addition to the items listed under USING THE UNIT SAFELY,“ ” please read and observe the following:
Roland assumes no liability concerning any damage to
the bass and GK-KIT-BG upon installing the GK-KIT-
BG. Please proceed with the installation using cation
and care at your own risk.
Never use benzine, thinners, alcohol or solvents of any
kind, to avoid the possibility of discoloration and/or
Use a reasonable amount of care when using the unit’s
buttons, sliders, or other controls; and when using its
jacks and connectors. Rough handling can lead to mal-
To avoid the risk of damage to internal components that
can be caused by static electricity, please be careful
whenever you handle or store the board.
To properly drive the GK-compatible device for bass
with the GK-KIT-BG, you must adjust the height of the
Divided Pickup and the sensitivity of the GK-compatible
device for bass. Be sure to make these adjustments cor-
rectly, in accordance with this manual and the owner s ’
manual for the GK-compatible device for bass.
Be sure to use the special cable supplied by us to connect
the GK-KIT-BG to the GK-compatible device for bass.
Use of any other cable may cause unnecessary problems.
To avoid damage, be sure there is no unnecessary strain
Never bend, twist or otherwise place undue pressure on
the Pickup. Be especially careful when removing it. Also,
make sure no force is applied to the yokes.
Make sure the power to the GK-compatible device for
bass is off when connecting GK-KIT-BG and the GK-
compatible device for bass.
GK-KIT-BG cannot be used with basses that have
unusual or customized string setups, or basses strung
with nylon, rubber, or other non-metallic strings.
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