New Pedal FX section makes it easier to set up foot-controlled wah and pedal bend effects in BOSS Tone Studio The Katana-50 MkII is an excellent choice for guitar players who want a versatile amp for live use. The EX version supports the Roland GA-FC and BOSS GA-FC EX foot controllers, allowing you to select your Tone Setting memories and engage/disengage the five effect sections hands-free. A line output with mic’d cab emulation lets you send a mix-ready direct signal straight to a mixing desk and house PA system or audio interface. New tonal possibilities are presented by the Stereo Expand feature, which gives you the ability to link two Katana MkII amps to create an immersive wet/dry rig, spread the stereo effects across two amps, blend clean and dry tones, and more. Better Than Ever The Katana 50 MkII features USB and phones/recording outputs with mic’d cabinet emulation. Thisletsyou send mix-ready amp tones to a computer's DAW for direct recording,headphones for silent practice,or even a front-of-house PA system for live performance.

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 AmpThe free Katana MkII Version 2 software update delivers a host of new features that further enhance the capabilities of your BOSS Katana MkII guitar amplifier. Read more… Legends Evolve: A Guide to the Katana-50 MkII and Katana-100 MkII The Katana 50 is what we’ve been focusing on until now, but the other models are just as noteworthy.

Stage-class 50-watt combo amp with GA-FC/GA-FC EX Foot Controller support, Stereo Expand, and line output with cabinet emulation 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.

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The Katana 100 is basically the same as the 50, except it’s got a hundred watts instead of fifty, and it’s got an FX-loop. It also has four more channels spread over two banks. The next section has the presets, presence, master volume, cab resonance and power controls. The Katana 50 can save four presets plus a panel setting. All the other models include eight presets. The presets are divided over two banks. The Boss Katana 50 MKII is pretty loud. You’d probably manage some smallish gigs with it, but if you’re looking for a guitar amp that’s primarily for live use, then maybe consider the 100W model; you’ll also get a little more clean headroom with that too.

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. The ’acoustic’ channel is meant for acoustic guitar, and it’s kind of a blend between the clean channel and the direct sound of the guitar. Some people prefer using this channel for electric guitar with pedals, others say it kills the tone. The EQ is a little more important here, as it’s easy to get it to sound fizzy with too much of anything. This new edition of Katana 50W Combo Amp simply brings in some of the features previously only available on the larger Katana 100 Edition. You’re essentially getting a more powerful feature rich version of the Katana 50 Combo.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!