BOSS Katana - 50 Mkii Combo Guitar Amplifier, Stage-Ready 50-Watt Combo Amp with A Custom 12-Inch Speaker

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The knobs include an ‘amp type’ knob to switch between the five amp models. After comes a ‘gain’ and ‘volume’ knob. The volume knob is an independent volume control, so you can match volumes between your presets. The Katana 50 is what we’ve been focusing on until now, but the other models are just as noteworthy. Optional GA-FC and GA-FC EX foot controllers provide complete amp control, including expanded Tone Setting selection, effects on/off, expression pedal control, and more.

By design, all Katana amps make it easy to dial in and save great sounds on the fly. Learn about the powerful editor for the Katana amp series. Read more… KATANA Amplifier BOSS Katana Amplifier Series For recording, you can plug the headphone out into your audio interface, or you can go direct with USB. Both sound very good, but if you use the USB, the signal will be very quiet, which can be a problem.The Katana Artist is the flagship in the series. It’s got an improved 12 inch speaker, a hundred watts of power, and the buttons are on the front of the amp. Unlike a traditional valve amp, the Katana-50 MkII EX lets you find the sweet spot without upsetting your bandmates or neighbours. Using the variable Power Control, you can experience that magical cranked-amp tone wherever you play, from the stage to the studio to the bedroom. More Than An Amp For optimal performance, stay up to date with the current Katana Mk II system software and BOSS Tone Studio The last button in the effects section has the reverb tank. There are many different types of reverbs, like digital, analog, and modulating reverbs. All of these sound very nice and responsive.

Contour Settings -Shape your core tone with three different Contour settings, each with four customizable frequency curves to choose from. The cabinet is made of quality MDF wood. It’s very sturdy yet light. The main cab is covered in a plastic skin that’s reminiscent of Tolex, except it’s much harder and smoother.I am a retired, senior who has had an interest in guitars since I was in high school during the early 70's! But there was no YouTube at the time and I got discouraged and lost interest within two years. When I retired three years ago, I found my daughter's guitar in the closet and realized that the desire to play was still in me! Five independent effects sections (Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb), with three selectable variations in each The BOSS Katana-50 MkII EX is a stage-ready combo amplifier that expands upon the best-selling Katana-50 MkII model, offering extra performance versatility in the same compact footprint. This EX version of the BOSS Katana-50 MkII amp is geared towards gigging guitarists who want the additional features offered by the larger Katana-100 MkII combo with the portability of the Katana-50 MkII. The Ultimate Gigging Companion I've been guitaring 40+ years. I've played mostly acoustics during that time, but started on and have always had electrics. I bought the 50 Mk II in hopes of having a versatile, portable, and good sounding amp. The acoustic setting was also an important feature. I've had my Katana for a couple weeks now and am very pleased. My Taylor AE sounds very good through this amp and the ability to add effects such as reverb and delay is nice. It's much lighter than my Fishman Artist - the two would make a nice pair for small acoustic/vocal venues. Controls - Amp Type x 5 + Variation, Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Booster / Mod, FX / Delay, Reverb, Tone Setting : CH1 / CH2 / Panel, Master, Power Control, Power Switch.

The Katana has a unique streamlined design. The looks of the amp are very minimal, which means you could easily walk past this in a music store – but it’s so popular that the chances of that happening are slim. The Katana also sounds excellent at bedroom levels due to the ability to switch the wattage, so it has the added bonus of being great for home use– though, as we found out when we did our review of the best soundproof curtains, you can still annoy the neighbors with this amp. After that come the effects. There’s two buttons: ‘booster’ (overdrive/distortion) and ‘mod’ (modulation effects like chorus and flanger). The second set of buttons has an ‘FX’ and ‘delay’ section. These do exactly what they describe. The FX are effects, same with the mod knob. However, this includes more effects, like compressors and a second EQ section. Five unique amp characters: Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown (derived from the Waza amp), and Acoustic (for acoustic-electric guitars) If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offeredBoss also provides their Tone Studio software which allows you to control every aspect of the amp and really start tweaking the tone. Here you can get crazy in detail with the effects. It includes easy to work with sliders to set every parameter. You can assign effects to the colors from here, Decorate your tone. The Boss Katana MKII comes equipped with five simultaneous effects categories for you to sculpt, shape, and innovate your sound. But these effects aren't just your standard, factory presets – they're fully customisable, putting the tone-shaping power of an entire pedalboard right inside your amplifier. Boosts, delay, reverb, and so much more; the MKII features three variations of each effect, gifting you with 15 ways to colour your sound right out of the box. However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers. The Boss Katana 50 MkII EX expands on the capabilities of the best-selling Katana 50 MkII guitar amp combo, providing more performance versatility in the same portable design. GA-FC and GA-FC EX support allows you to select Tone Setting memories, turn effects on/off, and even more with Boss' dedicated foot controllers. There's also a handy line output for sending mix-ready tone straight to a house PA, plus the ability to link a second Katana MkII amp with the Stereo Expand feature — for three-dimensional, immersive sonics!

There’s also a handy carrying handle at the top of the amp. The handle is made of a sturdy rubber material. It’s easy to lose yourself in the powerful features onboard the Katana MkII. Still, don’t neglect the rear panel. That’s where you’ll find the connectivity to hook up these flexible amps with anything from PAs to DAW software. These options can blow your creative possibilities wide open. Alongside the evolution of their Katana amps, Boss has also evolved its accompanying Tone Studio software.Featuring a refreshed interface,a number of parameters have been consolidated into the main screen to enhance workflow for users. Boss has also made a dedicated 'Pedal FX' category, whichmakesit easier to assign wah and pedal bend effects to a connected expression pedal. If you own a first-generation Boss Katana, it’s also possible to import your custom patches and use them all with a Katana MkII! Key Features Collection and delivery costs are included for the first 2 years in the event of an item becoming faulty Mic'd cabinet emulation on the USB and phones/recording outputs, with five Air Feel settings available in BOSS Tone StudioOne thing that’s often mentioned when speaking of the Katana is its wide range of features. The amp includes five amp models: Acoustic, clean, crunch, lead, and brown. lbs 10 oz * 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms *The specifications are subject to change without notice. The BOSS Katana Amp Range: Choose Your Weapon Five independent effects sections (Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb) with three selectable variations in each. The Katana Range has become one of our firm favourite amps to suggest to bedroom players, gigging musicians, guitar teachers or guitarists of all levels, due to the sheer quality of its tone and versatility. The Katana 50 MK2 has become one of our Best-Selling amps from the range and here’s why.