I also tried the Fantom X knobs on the GW-7 and they work and look better. The tops are silver colored (matches the GW-7 color scheme) and there is a white indicator line on the bottom of the knobs, as well as a indentation on the silver top, which allow you to align things better. The knobs have a rubbery texture, are taller and have a nice taper, so it's easier to grab and turn...guess I'll be ordering 3 of these also!

Michael

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They should have put an indentation on the data wheel. thanks for your detailed information. The favourite tone selection is a great feature. I will try and find a gw7 to play on monday and then ill know for sure which one is for me

I spoke to Allen at Roland US and I'll be able to order the parts directly from them. The info is as follows:

The data wheel (Roland calls it an alpha wheel...it's used on a lot of their products): DR KNOB part #22485303

The small knobs: JR KNOB part #03565234 (quantity: 3)

The total (with tax and shipping via regular mail) comes to 22.89.

You can order directly over the phone, or send check\money order to:

Roland Corporation
PO Box 910921
Los Angeles, CA 90091-0921

Of course, GW-7 users in other locales will have to order from their local Roland support centers.

Michael



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