The GK-5 pickup revolutionises guitar synthesis by capturing each string's signal independently, unlocking sonic territories that traditional pickups simply cannot reach. This user-installable divided pickup works seamlessly with BOSS's GM-800 and other advanced guitar synthesiser products, utilising the cutting-edge Serial GK digital interface to process individual string information with unprecedented precision.
Where conventional guitar pickups combine all string signals into a single output, the GK-5 takes a fundamentally different approach by sensing each string separately. This isolated string detection enables compatible BOSS synthesisers to perform sophisticated processing techniques that would be impossible with standard pickup technology, opening up new creative possibilities for guitarists and bassists alike.
The Serial GK system represents a significant advancement over the previous 13-pin analogue interface, featuring a secure, low-profile connection that's both space-efficient and reliable. Purpose-built BGK series cables complement this digital interface perfectly, offering superior durability and handling characteristics compared to their 13-pin predecessors while maintaining optimal signal integrity throughout your performance setup.
- Next-generation divided pickup for guitars with steel strings
- Supports the Serial GK interface used in the latest BOSS guitar synthesizer products
- Stable digital signal transmission
- Light and streamlined connector housing with a lower profile than previous GK pickups
- Flat, slimline pickup fits on most standard electric guitars
- Includes an attachment plate for the bridge on Les Paul-style guitars
- Connector housing mounts securely to the instrument’s strap button with the included bracket
- Specially designed BOSS Serial GK cables (BGK series) available for stable and accurate operation with your Serial GK product