If you’re looking to expand the tonal possibilities of your guitar beyond traditional pickups, installing a Roland GK-KIT-GT3 divided pickup or the Graph Tech Ghost Acousti-Phonic Hexpander with ResoMax bridge is a game-changer. These systems give your guitar the ability to interact with guitar synthesizers and MIDI sound modules, opening the door to a whole new world of sound.
The GK-KIT-GT3 is a hexaphonic (divided) pickup system that allows each string’s signal to be tracked individually. When paired with a Roland GR-20 guitar synth (or Roland GR-55), it lets you trigger synth tones, pads, strings, and even orchestral instruments—all from your guitar. It tracks fast and feels natural, maintaining your playing style while vastly expanding your sound palette.
On the other hand, the Graph Tech Ghost system uses piezo pickups and can be paired with the Hexpander preamp to access not only a palette of guitar synth sounds but also high-quality acoustic tones. The ResoMax bridge ensures excellent sustain and intonation, making it a solid upgrade for tone and functionality.
By routing either system into a synth interface like the GR-20, you gain access to external MIDI gear, software synths, and more. Whether you’re scoring film music, layering synth textures live, or just exploring new sonic territory, these systems turn your guitar into a powerful Guitar Synth and potential MIDI controller without compromising playability.
In short: these upgrades transform your guitar into a multi-instrument powerhouse—without needing to switch instruments.
🎸 Roland GK-KIT-GT3 Demos
In the following demos, you’ll see the Roland GK-KIT-GT3 in action, paired with the Roland GR-20 guitar synth. This setup showcases how seamlessly the divided pickup tracks each string and translates your playing into rich, expressive synth tones. From ambient pads to brass stabs, get ready to hear just how far your guitar can go.
🎸 Graph Tech Ghost Hexpander Demos
Next up, check out the Graph Tech Ghost system featuring the Acousti-Phonic Hexpander and ResoMax bridge. These demo highlights its ability to produce crystal-clear acoustic tones, while also unlocking the potential of guitar synth. It’s a powerful fusion of tone and technology.
