GR-55S Black : Great stuff

The truth is I only use about 10 of the patches provided by the pedal - mostly guitar related ones. Very often use them in parallel with my JVM so that the traditional electric guitar sounds are combined with what comes from GR 55. I find it very useful as a simple way to more sound diversity in the arrangements. But the main thing is - naturally - the classic GR300 sound (and similar flavours). In jazz this fantastic sound (somewhere between trumpet / violin and distorted guitar) is practically "owned" by Pat Metheny and using it is a bit like playing "Stairway to Heaven" in a guitar shop or industry showcase. Serious offence. But it seems like dropping it here and there in alt rock arrangements can actually be appreciated by listeners in this postmodern world. And even if you do not have the guts (or are too decent ;-) to try it, this sound will absolutely suck you into long improvisations when you are rehearsing alone or jamming with your band ... Irresistible force :-)