Boss – Katana-50 EX Gen 3 – Boss

With Katana Gen 3, the acclaimed BOSS stage amplifier series evolves to take your guitar ambitions to the next level. New Tube Logic enhancements enrich the core platform with even greater sound, feel, and response, including an expressive Pushed amp character that edge-of-breakup fans will love. The BOSS Tone Studio app has also been updated, making your remote amp and effects editing workflow more intuitive than ever. Loaded with inspiring tone tools and diverse connectivity options, Katana Gen 3 is your indispensable centerpiece for studio recording, live performance, and daily practice.

The Katana-50 EX Gen 3 model extends the core features of the Katana-50 Gen 3 with enhancements for live performers. Additions include an upgraded speaker, Line Out and Stereo Expand functions, and GA-FC/GA-FC EX Foot Controller support.

Features

• Third-generation Katana amplifier with evolved Tube Logic sound and expressiveness
• 50-watt combo amp with a custom 12-inch speaker designed for stage performance
• Distinctive gray and black matrix grill
• Six amp characters—including the newly developed Pushed type—plus a selectable variation for each
• Five independent effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb
• Four Tone Setting memories for storing all amp and effect settings
• Power Control for achieving cranked-amp tone and response at low volumes
• Updated BOSS Tone Studio app (Windows/macOS) for remote editing from a computer or mobile device
• Download and share Katana sounds on BOSS Tone Exchange
• Compatible with sounds created on previous stage-class Katana models

Specifications

Rated Power Output
    50 W
Nominal Input Level
    INPUT: -10 dBu (1 M ohms)
    AUX IN: -10 dBu (20 k ohms)
Speaker
    30 cm (12 inches) x 1
Controls
    POWER switch
    MASTER knob
    POWER CONTROL switch (STANDBY, 0.5 W, HALF, MAX)

    [AMPLIFIER]    VARIATION button
    AMP TYPE switch (ACOUSTIC, CLEAN, PUSHED, CRUNCH, LEAD, BROWN)
    GAIN knob
    VOLUME knob

    [EQUALIZER]    BASS knob
    MIDDLE knob
    TREBLE knob

    [EFFECT]    BOOSTER button
    MOD button
    FX button
    DELAY button
    REVERB button
    TAP button
    BOOSTER knob
    MOD knob
    FX knob
    DELAY knob
    REVERB knob

    [TONE SETTING]    CH1 button
    CH2 button
    PANEL button
Indicators
    VARIATION
    BOOSTER
    MOD
    FX
    DELAY
    REVERB
    TAP
    SOLO
    CH1
    CH2
    PANEL
Connectors
    INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
    POWER AMP IN jack: 1/4-inch phone type
    LINE OUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
    STEREO PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
    CTL CH1/CH2 SOLO jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
    EXP PEDAL jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
    AUX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type
    USB port: USB C type
    BLUETOOTH ADAPTOR SLOT: Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor
    AC IN jack
Power Consumption
    47 W
Accessories
    Owner’s manual
    Power cord
    GA-FC sticker
Options (sold separately)
    Footswitch: BOSS FS-5L, BOSS FS-6, BOSS FS-7
    Expression pedal: Roland EV-5, BOSS EV-30, BOSS FV-500L, BOSS FV-500H
    GA FOOT CONTROLLER (GA-FC,GA-FC EX)
    Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (Model BT-DUAL)
    Amplifier Stand: BAS-1
Size and Weight (Include handle and rubber feet)
Width
    470 mm
    18-9/16 inches
Depth
    238 mm
    9-3/8 inches
Height
    398 mm
    15-11/16 inches
Weight
    11.7 kg
    25 lbs 13 oz