Description

The latest addition to their highly praised Katana amp series, BOSS delivers an even more powerful punch with the Roland Katana-50 MkII EX 50W guitar combo amplifier. This portable amp is stage-ready for easy use but is versatile enough for studio and home recording, for the best of both worlds. Featuring five effects and five unique amp characters, the possibilities of creating your signature sound are plentiful with the 50 MkII EX.

Big Power in a Compact Size

With BOSS' tube logic design, you can still have the punchy, rich sound you’re looking for without angering the neighborhood. It delivers that big amp impact and feels just as warm and responsive as a classic tube amp, giving you the perfect sweet spot. Even at very low volumes, the power control gives a great response, combined with the power amp in jack you can cut straight to the tube logic power section. Complete this with an optimized input that has an adjustable gain and high-pass filter, thanks to the BOSS Tone Studio, and you have an outstanding powered cabinet.

Customized Acoustics for Limitless Creativity

Shaping your sound has never been easier with the included five-amp characters (clean, crunch, lead, brown and acoustic), each one also having up to five variations, and you can find a tone that works for any playing style. Instead of having to lug around a heavy pedalboard, this portable amp also conveniently features five effects sections (booster, mod, FX, delay and reverb) with each having up to three variations for ultimate tone versatility.

The BOSS Tone Studio tone editor lets you further customize your sonic character with over 60 different effects, adjustable routing and four independent chains to change the order. You can then instantly recall your saved, preferred effects and amp character choices with a tone setting. You can save four tone settings that you can then choose via the panel or optional footswitch (GA-FC and GA-FC EX, sold separately) for on-the-fly convenience.

Seamless Connectivity for Instant Setup

It's easy to link two amps with the stereo expand feature which allows you to control everything from the 50 MkII EX and creates integrated surround sound. With USB, line and phones/recording outputs, it’s a seamless transition to connect with any PA or DAW system. Last but not least, the miked cabinet emulation and air feel settings from Tone Studio give you total control over all of your connected sound.

BOSS Katana-50 MkII EX 50W Guitar Combo Amplifier Black
BOSS Katana-50 MkII EX 50W Guitar Combo Amplifier Black
BOSS Katana-50 MkII EX 50W Guitar Combo Amplifier Black
Features
  • Stage-class 50-watt combo amp with GA-FC/GA-FC EX foot controller support, Stereo Expand and line output with cabinet emulation
  • Tube Logic design approach produces class-defying power, authoritative punch and cutting presence
  • Five unique amp characters (Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown and Acoustic) and five variations for each
  • Five independent effects sections (Booster, Mod, FX, Delay and Reverb) with three selectable variations in each
  • Dedicated Pedal FX for foot-controlled wah and pedal bend
  • BOSS Tone Studio software for customizing your sound with over 60 different BOSS effects, channel and global EQs, Stage-class 50-watt combo amp with GA-FC/GA-FC EX Foot Controller support, Stereo Expand and line output with cabinet emulation
  • Tube Logic design approach produces class-defying power, authoritative punch and cutting presence
  • Five unique amp characters (Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown and Acoustic) and five variations for each
  • Five independent effects sections (Booster, Mod, FX, Delay and Reverb) with three selectable variations in each
  • Dedicated Pedal FX for foot-controlled wah and pedal bend
  • BOSS Tone Studio software for customizing your sound with over 60 different BOSS effects, channel and global EQs, adjustable routing and much more
  • Power Amp In for preamps, modelers and multi-effects
  • Four Tone Setting memories for storing and recalling all amp and effect settings
  • Power Control for achieving cranked-amp tone and response at low volumes
  • Stereo Expand out to link with a second Katana MkII
  • Three Cab Resonance options (Vintage, Modern and Deep) selectable in BOSS Tone Studio
  • Line, USB and phones/recording outputs with miked cabinet emulation and three Air Feel settings (configurable in BOSS Tone Studio)
  • Optional GA-FC and GA-FC EX foot controllers provide complete amp control, including expanded Tone (sold separately)
  • Setting selection, effects on/off, expression pedal control and more
  • Connections for up to two footswitches or an expression pedal
  • Download and share Livesets at BOSS Tone Exchange
  • Pro setups available at BOSS Tone Central
  • Download BOSS Tone Studio for Katana Mk II for Windows/macOS
Specs
  • Maximum power capacity: 160 watts
  • Cabinet impedance: 16 ohms
Reviews

5

3 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio2
  2. Performances2
  3. Amateur Recording1
  4. Outdoor Events / Games1
  5. Professional Recording1
Cons
  1. Pedal board not offered at discount during sale1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced2
  2. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound3
  2. Good Power Output3
  3. Portable3
  4. Warm / Comfy2
  5. Easy To Use1
  • Good deal on a killer amp

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byReg

    fromFort Worth, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    A nice addition to my Ableton Live home studio.

  • Great little amp for almost anything

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byJudson

    fromHuntsville, AL

    I am a semi-pro guitarist who currently plays at church. I've had a tube Classic 20 head, and jumped into modeling early with a Peavey Transformer 212 and more recently the Yamaha THR. I have a Fender ToneMaster Deluxe Reverb which I absolutely love the clean and breakup tone of (great pedal platform), but don't always want to tote a pedalboard (MS-3 with TC drives and others). I bought the 50 mkII EX to try out for a small, portable church amp. I figured I'd return it but when I first plugged in I was impressed. This Katana fills the bill for its built-in effects, ease of use, configurability, sound quality and volume. Just a little setup with Tone Studio and I had the global EQ set to low-pass, high-pass and tune out anything I didn't like. The effects are almost as good as the MS-3 (reverbs could be better) and I can set the effects order also. It also has a dedicated line out (speakers on) and can use the GA-FC EX controller which I highly recommend for live. Of note, 50 watts in this thing is loud enough for a drummer. The tones are good enough for working musicians and even recording. Even more so, it feels right. The response is quick and direct, most likely due to the fact that it is an analog pre/power amp. The digital EQ and effects seem to be where the modelling come from. If you are on the fence about a purchase, you won't regret it; however, do take the time to tweak and customize with Tone Studio. I had tried the original Katana and didn't like it, but the MkII and especially the EX changed that. The EX gets all of the upgrades except the effects loop of the 100W version. Awesome purchase!

  • I would buy the Katana Amp again without any hesitation!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byMichael A.

    fromBoiling Springs, SC

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    It's a game changer. In over 5 decades, I have played with dozens of the greatest jazz musicians in the world. Because of the demands of the business, both in performance and travel, I have sought out amplifiers with a small footprint, power to spare, and built ruggedly for travel over the years. This amp fits the bill and more. I no longer use a pedal board; the effects on board are killer, and the ability to save settings is a critically important and practical feature; regarding any performance. The net? I'd buy it again!

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Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byRem

    fromUnited States

    Can this amp produce modern metal soloist sound?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Katana has any amount of distortion/overdrive capability. The 'sound' comes from your hands.
  • asked byJuju

    fromundisclosed

    Out of all the effects on board is there flange, phase, compression and others? Tremolo, etc.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Thank you for your question. I will have a product specialist contact you.
  • asked byAlex

    fromPortland, OR

    Is this a tube amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, the BOSS KATANA KTN-502EX is solid state
  • asked byDannyboy

    fromundisclosed

    Weight?

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    26 lbs.
  • asked byPatrick

    fromClearwater FL

    Footswitch?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no. Please give us a call to help you find something – 855-770-3373
  • asked byJulie

    fromWeidman, MI

    how much does this amp weigh?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    25 lbs.
  • asked byELJefe

    fromTexas

    It says the amp has stereo expand capabiltiy but there is no jack or switch for it. How do you hook itup in stereo then?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855-770-3373