For Immediate Release

Rebecca Eaddy
Marketing Communications Manager
Roland Corporation U.S.
(323) 890-3718
Rebecca.Eaddy@RolandUS.com

ROLAND GW-7

Affordable Arranger with Global Appeal

Los Angeles, CA, January 20, 2005—The GW-7 carves a unique path in the arranger-workstation market by offering an ultra-affordable price, an incredibly simple user interface, and a sound set that’s stocked with world, pop, and jazz sounds — plus companion accompaniment styles.

No extensive knowledge of synthesis or sequencing is required to use this friendly instrument. It’s the perfect first-time workstation for players who are interested in pop, jazz, and world-music genres, but the GW-7’s sound quality and styles are rich and expressive enough to attract professionals as well.

The GW-7 features a wide variety of pre-programmed Styles, which can be customized. There are 101 arrangements onboard, with 16 user memory locations. Choose from three band types: Drum & Bass, Combo, and Full Band. Ninety-nine song locations are provided for storing compositions.

Connect the GW-7 to a computer or USB-equipped external device with one simple USB cable, and transfer data back and forth quickly and easily. The GW-7 can be constantly refreshed with new songs and Styles via USB data import — Standard MIDI Files can be loaded as well.

The GW-7 offers an infrared D Beam, a pitch-bend/modulation lever, and a pair of control knobs for realtime expression. Performers will appreciate the GW-7’s large backlit LCD, especially on dark stages and dimly lit studio environments.

Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of electronic musical instruments, professional audio equipment, multimedia products, and music accessories. For more information, contact Roland Corporation U.S., 5100 S. Eastern Ave., P.O. Box 910921, Los Angeles, CA 90091-0921, (323) 890-3700 (x3718 - for media use only), www.RolandUS.com.