
Roland GR-D V-Guitar Distortion Pedal

The Roland GR-D V-Guitar Distortion Pedal delivers cutting-edge distortion and synth-like tones, designed for Roland GK-compatible guitars.

Product Description
The Roland GR-D V-Guitar Distortion Pedal is a powerful multi-mode distortion unit designed to work with Roland’s GK pickup systems. Featuring four unique distortion modes—Polygon, Crusher, Wave, and Octave Fuzz, this pedal unlocks futuristic guitar sounds not possible with standard pickups.
With dedicated controls for tone shaping, including color, level, and gain, the GR-D allows players to craft rich, layered tones with incredible clarity. The dual outputs let you blend conventional and V-Guitar signals, expanding sonic possibilities for both live and studio performances.
For guitarists looking to push sonic boundaries, the Roland GR-D offers innovative distortion textures, making it a must-have pedal for experimental and modern musicians.
- Roland’s powerful V-Guitar technology in a Twin Pedal stompbox
- Bold, high-clarity distortion and synth tones only possible with GK processing
- VG-DIST 1, VG-DIST 2, POLY DIST, and SYNTH sounds, with real-time DSP for latency-free performance
- Sculpt your tones with ultra-responsive GAIN, COLOR, and TONE knobs
- Solo function provides an instant volume and presence boost for lead playing
- 13-pin GK input; designed for use with the GC-1 GK-Ready Stratocaster, GK-3 Divided Pickup, and all GK-equipped guitars
- Flexible connections for easy integration with amps, pedals, and multi-effects
- Four user memories, with remote selection from GK-equipped guitar
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Product Specifications
Features | |
Nominal Input Level | MIX INPUT: -10 dBu; GUITAR INPUT: -20 dBu |
Input Impedance | MIX INPUT: 1 M ohm; GUITAR INPUT: 1 M ohm |
Nominal Output Level | OUTPUT: -20 dBu; GUITAR OUTPUT: -20 dBu |
Output Impedance | OUTPUT: 2 k ohms; GUITAR OUTPUT: 2 k ohms |
Recommended Load Impedance | 10 k ohms or greater |
Controls | ON/OFF pedal; SOLO pedal; TYPE knob; GAIN knob; COLOR knob; TONE knob; LEVEL knob; SELECT button; WRITE button; OUTPUT SELECT switch; |
Indicators | POWER indicator (serves also as battery check indicator); ON/OFF indicator; SOLO indicator |
Connectors | MIX/GUITAR INPUT (R, L/MONO) jacks; GK IN connector; GUITAR OUTPUT jack; OUTPUT (R, L/MONO) jacks; DC IN jack |
Memory | 4 |
Type | VG-DIST 1, VG-DIST 2, POLY DIST, SYNTH |
Power Supply | Alkaline battery (AA, LR6) or Carbon-zinc battery (AA, R6) x 6,; AC Adaptor (PSA-series: optional) |
Current Draw | 200 mA (9 V, when used with GK-3) |
Expected battery life under continuous use | Alkaline battery: Approx. 7 hours; Carbon-zinc battery: Approx. 2 hours; These figures will vary depending on the actual conditions of use. |
Accessories | Owner's Manual; Leaflet (USING THE UNIT SAFELY, IMPORTANT NOTES, and Information); Alkaline Battery (AA, LR6) x 6 |
Options (sold separately) | AC adaptor: BOSS PSA-series; Divided pickup: GK-3 (for guitar); V-Guitar: GC-1 GK-Ready Stratocaster®; GK Cable: GKC-10 (10 m), GKC-5 (5 m); Unit Selector: US-20 |
Width | 173 mm 6-13/16 inches |
Depth | 158 mm 6-1/4 inches |
Height | 57 mm 2-1/4 inches |
Weight | 1.1 kg 2 lbs. 7 oz |