{"product_id":"boss-gk5-kit-b-divided-pickup-installation-kit","title":"BOSS GK5-KIT-B Divided Pickup Installation Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBOSS GK5-KIT-B Divided Pickup Installation Kit for Bass\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe BOSS GK5-KIT-B is a professional divided pickup installation kit for integrating the GK-5B Serial GK system into 4-, 5-, or 6-string steel-string electric basses. It combines an adjustable GK-5B pickup with internal electronics, dedicated active\/passive bass wiring, expanded controls, and a compact Serial GK connection for compatible BOSS synthesizer and V-Guitar systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the externally mounted GK-5B system, the GK5-KIT-B is intended for permanent internal customization by a qualified guitar or bass technician. Individual components can be positioned around the instrument to suit its body design and the player's preferred control layout. Once installed, the system can access the divided pickup, the bass's conventional pickups, or a blend of both signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA three-way momentary S1\/S2 switch provides two assignable controls on compatible connected equipment, while the GK knob continuously adjusts volume or another supported parameter. The included LED indicates power status, and adjustable pickup sensor spacing accommodates many common bass bridges. Power comes from the connected Serial GK device, so the installed system requires no separate battery or external power supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-, 5-, and 6-String Bass Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrates the GK-5B divided pickup system into a wide range of steel-string electric basses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial GK Digital Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides stable digital signal transmission to compatible BOSS synthesizer and V-Guitar products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Installation Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the divided pickup, main circuit board, connector hardware, controls, LED, wiring, springs, and installation screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpanded Fingertip Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds a GK parameter knob, S1\/S2 momentary switch, and three-way signal-selection switch directly to the instrument.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActive or Passive Bass Wiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes dedicated wiring for integrating the bass's existing active or passive pickup signal with the GK system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Sensor Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports approximately 0.6\" to 0.7\" string spacing to accommodate common four-, five-, and six-string bass bridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegacy GK Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can drive compatible 13-pin GK equipment through the optional BOSS GKC-DA GK Converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Battery Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Receives operating power from a connected Serial GK-compatible device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePermanent GK-5B Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GK5-KIT-B is intended for players who want the GK-5B system integrated directly into the instrument rather than mounted externally. The pickup, control electronics, switches, connector plate, and LED can be positioned to suit the bass design, allowing a cleaner installation with controls located where they are convenient during performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGK, Bass, and Mixed Signal Selection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA three-way toggle switch selects the divided GK signal, the instrument's regular pickup signal, or a combination of both. Dedicated wiring supports conventional active or passive bass electronics, allowing the GK installation to operate alongside the instrument's normal pickup system instead of replacing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAssignable S1\/S2 and GK Controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-way momentary switch activates S1 and S2 functions that can be assigned according to the connected GK-compatible device. A 50-kohm GK control provides continuous adjustment of volume or another supported parameter, giving the player direct control without reaching for the connected processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdjustable Pickup for 4- to 6-String Basses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slim divided pickup supports adjustable sensor spacing from approximately 0.6\" to 0.7\". During installation, the pickup should be positioned close to the bridge and aligned with the instrument's strings according to BOSS installation specifications for reliable individual-string detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSerial GK and Legacy System Connectivity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe installed system connects through the BOSS Serial GK interface using a compatible BGK-series cable. Current Serial GK products can receive the signal directly, while the optional GKC-DA converter provides a path to compatible legacy equipment that uses the traditional 13-pin GK connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Installation Required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GK5-KIT-B requires physical modification of the bass for installation of the electronics, controls, connector hardware, and pickup. BOSS recommends having the work performed by a dealer, repair shop, or technician experienced with guitar and bass modification rather than treating this kit as a temporary user-mounted accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOSS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e GK5-KIT-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divided Pickup Installation Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickup System:\u003c\/strong\u003e GK-5B\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Instruments:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-, 5-, and 6-string steel-string electric basses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOSS Serial GK digital interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Pickup Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active or passive bass pickup signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bass, Mix, or GK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS1\/S2 Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-way momentary switch with two assignable device functions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGK Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50-kohm B-curve potentiometer for volume or assignable parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Indicator:\u003c\/strong\u003e LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNormal Bass Input Maximum Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e +11 dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eString Spacing Adjustment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 0.6\" to 0.7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied by connected Serial GK-compatible device; no battery required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Serial GK Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e BGK-3, BGK-15, BGK-30, sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLegacy 13-Pin GK Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Via optional GKC-DA GK Converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain Board Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.9\" W x 2.1\" D x 0.5\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain Board Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivided Pickup Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.4\" W x 0.6\" D x 0.3\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDivided Pickup Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than 0.1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther Component Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's In the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBOSS GK-5B Divided Pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain Board Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGK Connector Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGK Connector Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 M3 x 20 Divided Pickup Installation Screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 Divided Pickup Installation Springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBASS\/MIX\/GK Three-Way Toggle Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS1\/S2 Three-Way Momentary Switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50-Kohm B-Curve GK Volume Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED Indicator with Wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-Core Bass Signal Wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-Core GK Switch Wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-Core GK Volume Wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-Core GK Connector Wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner's Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BOSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46900911636677,"sku":"BOSS-GK5KITB","price":479.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3085\/3829\/files\/1-boss-gk5-kit-b_369e2d31-6fa3-4e94-a6cd-342c18e0295d.jpg?v=1789169202","url":"https:\/\/avlgear.com\/products\/boss-gk5-kit-b-divided-pickup-installation-kit","provider":"AVLGEAR","version":"1.0","type":"link"}