Boss Katana-50 EX Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

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.

MAIN 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