The Roland GR-500 is a paraphonic guitar synthesizer comprising five separate sections: Guitar, Polyensemble, Bass, Solo Melody, and External Synthesizer. These sections can be played individually or in any combination, with output channeled through three independent jacks or a single MIX OUT jack. The device allows for unlimited freedom of expression and unsurpassed controllability.
| Number of Sections | Five |
|---|---|
| Output Channels | Three independent output jacks |
| Polyphony | Totally polyphonic |
| Bass Controls | Three voicing slide levers |
| Bass Envelope Controls | Three envelope slide levers |
Yes, each section may be played individually or in any combination.
It helps compensate for variations of picking and differences in intensity to assure optimum performance.
Roland recommends the System 700, System 700 Laboratory Synthesizer, System 100, and the SH-5.