Roland VB99/GK38
V-Bass System with GK3B

VB99/GK38

The VB-99 V-Bass system accurately models the world's most popular basses - from classic electrics to upright acoustic bass, fretless bass and more - and combines them with a range of killer bass amps, synth sounds, and polyphonic effects. The V-Bass serves up a wide range of inspiring COSM® bass and amplifier models, powerful polyphonic effects, String Modeling technology, dual independent signal paths for blending sounds, and controllers. It’s all packaged in a small, convenient format that's ideal for both tabletop recording and on-stage use.

The kit includes a GK-3B divided bass pickup that attaches to the VB-99 - no drilling necessary - and delivers accurate performance data. It's ultra-thin design enables ideal placement on the guitar, and it has a large, smooth-action volume knob.

The VB-99 sports dual independent signal paths, which greatly expands the sonic possibilities of this system. The two paths can be assigned to two distinct sounds (patches), and mixed and layered as desired. Sounds can be blended with a single knob, and even split or switched via playing dynamics. Imagine setting up a patch in which an electric bass morphs into a synth sound when you really dig in... or assigning an overdriven amp sound to your low B and E strings, and a lush, string-type sound to your A, D and G strings. The soundscapes are almost endless... and it’s only possible with the VB-99 and its companion GK-3B pickup.

In addition to more than twice the number of patches - including everything from classic and modern basses, to acoustic instruments, and the widest range of amps and effects - the VB-99 offers greater expressive possibilities thanks to a D BEAM Controller, a Ribbon Controller, and String Modeling.

V-LINK is Roland’s proprietary format for controlling external video equipment, so visionary bassists can create soundscapes beyond just the music.

VB-99 Features:

• Dozens of COSM models, including coveted vintage and modern basses, synth basses, and even electric guitar models
• Innovative new String Modeling (apply virtual flat wound, round wound, black nylon, etc.)
• Dual independent signal paths
• 12 COSM preamp models and six speaker models
• 43 powerful effect types, six compressor types
• D BEAM, Ribbon, and V-LINK realtime controller

GK-3B Features:

• Enables connection to synthesizers, such as Roland’s V-Bass and GR-20 v.2
• Ultra-thin design
• Large, smooth-action volume knob
• Select switch for normal bass tone, synth sound, or mixture of both
• Easy installation

Our Part #  VB99/GK3B