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BOSS Katana Gen3 Guitar Amplifiers | Demo and Overview with Kirk Fletcher

BOSS Katana Gen3 Guitar Amplifiers | Demo and Overview with Kirk Fletcher

BOSS Katana Gen 3 Amplifiers | Take It to the Next Stage

BOSS Katana Gen 3 Amplifiers | Take It to the Next Stage

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Description

The BOSS Katana Gen 3 50W 1x12 guitar combo amplifier builds on the legacy of the acclaimed Katana series, delivering an evolved tube-like playing experience for guitarists who demand precision and power. With its third-generation updates, this amp introduces refined Tube Logic technology, offering enhanced tone, feel and responsiveness. A new Pushed amp character provides a touch-sensitive edge-of-breakup tone that's perfect for expressive playing. The 50W Class-AB design drives a custom 12" speaker, striking an ideal balance between stage-ready punch and portability. Paired with the updated BOSS Tone Studio app, this amp offers intuitive remote editing, onboard effects and deep customization tools, making it a versatile centerpiece for studio recording, live performance and daily practice. Built to meet the needs of modern players, the BOSS Katana Gen 3 delivers professional sound quality with seamless integration into any setup.

Refined Tube Logic Technology

The core of the Katana Gen 3 is BOSS' advanced Tube Logic technology, which meticulously recreates the sound and feel of classic tube circuits at a component level. This third-generation platform improves on previous models with even greater dynamic response and tonal depth. It features six amp characters—Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown, Acoustic and the new Pushed, each with a selectable variation. The Pushed character captures the smooth, touch-sensitive transition between clean and overdriven tones, offering the harmonic richness of a tube amp pushed into saturation. Whether you're dialing in shimmering cleans or dynamic crunch, this tech ensures every nuance of your playing is heard. Combined with BOSS' attention to detail, the Katana Gen 3 delivers an authentic tube-inspired experience with modern reliability.

Comprehensive Sound Customization With BOSS Tone Studio

The Katana Gen 3's sound-shaping capabilities are enhanced by the updated BOSS Tone Studio app, providing an intuitive interface for deep tone editing. Players can access over 60 premium BOSS effects, including modulation, delay, reverb and boosters, and arrange them in any order for complete signal chain control. Advanced editing tools allow for fine-tuning of amp resonance, EQ settings and cabinet response, while three Contour options provide additional tonal shaping. With the ability to save and organize Livesets, users can create and recall custom presets for any playing application. Whether in the studio or onstage, the BOSS Tone Studio app simplifies the process of crafting and managing professional-grade tones.

Power Scaling for Cranked-Amp Tone at Any Volume

The Katana Gen 3 features a built-in Power Control switch, allowing you to achieve the rich, saturated tone of a cranked amp at low volumes. Choose between Standby, .5W, Half Power and Full Power modes to adapt the amp's output to your environment. This feature is perfect for late-night practice sessions or small rehearsal spaces, where maintaining tonal integrity at manageable volume levels is crucial. By preserving the amp's harmonic complexity and touch sensitivity, the Power Control switch ensures that your tone remains consistent, whether you're playing quietly at home or performing in a larger venue. With this feature, the Katana Gen 3 delivers the full tube-like experience without compromise.

Durable Build With Modern Connectivity

Designed for reliability and versatility, the Katana Gen 3 is built with gigging musicians in mind. Its rugged construction ensures that it can withstand the demands of regular transport and performance. Connectivity options include a Power Amp In for integrating external preamps or modelers, a USB-C port for direct recording and playback, and a stereo headphones jack for silent practice. The amp also supports the optional BOSS Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adapter, enabling wireless audio playback and remote control via the BOSS Tone Studio mobile app. These features make the Katana Gen 3 a forward-thinking amplifier that bridges traditional tone with cutting-edge functionality, offering dependable performance in any professional setup.

A Guitar Combo Amplifier for Players Who Demand Precision

The BOSS Katana Gen 3 50W 1x12 guitar combo amplifier is engineered for guitarists who prioritize tone, flexibility, and ease of use. With its refined Tube Logic technology, intuitive tone-shaping tools and gig-ready design, it's an essential tool for players seeking a seamless blend of classic sound and modern innovation. Whether you're recording, rehearsing or performing, this amplifier delivers the clarity, punch and responsiveness needed to inspire your playing. Experience the next generation of BOSS innovation and elevate your sound with the Katana Gen 3.

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Features

  • High-powered 50W Class-AB amp delivers punch and portability
  • Custom 12" speaker ensures rich tone and wide response
  • Six amp characters, plus variations provide endless tonal versatility
  • Five independent effects sections for crafting your signature sound
  • Power Control maintains tube-like tone even at low volumes
  • Updated BOSS Tone Studio app simplifies remote editing and workflow
  • USB-C output enables seamless recording with IR-based cabinet emulation
  • Stereo headphone jack lets you practice quietly with pro-level sound
  • Optional Bluetooth adapter adds wireless audio playback and editing
  • Three Cabinet Resonance options let you shape your tonal character

Specs

General
  • Type: Solid state combo amp
  • Power: 50W (.5W/half/full power settings)
  • Speaker: 1x 12" custom
Controls
  • Number of channels: 2
  • EQ: 3-band EQ
  • Effects: Booster, mod, FX, delay, reverb
  • Amp models: Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, Brown
  • Power switch: Yes
Connectivity
  • Input: 1 x 1/4" instrument
  • Power amp in: 1 x 1/4"
  • Headphones/recording out: 1 x 1/4" stereo
  • Footswitch 1/O: 1 x 1/4" (channel, solo), 1 x 1/4" (EXP pedal)
  • AUX: 1 x 1/8" stereo
  • USB: 1 x USB-C
  • Bluetooth adapter slot: Yes
Construction
    Dimensions & Weight
    • Dimensions (WxHxD): 18.5" (47 cm) x 15.67" (39.8 cm) x 9.37" (23.8 cm)
    • Weight: 25.57 lbs (11.6 kg)

    Reviews

    4.7

    40 Reviews

    97%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

    Most Liked Positive Review

    5

    Peak tone and easy to use

    Before this amp I'd probably used my acoustic 90% of the time and since getting this it's more like 70/30 in favor of my electric. The Boss Katana has an app on Windows called Boss Tone Studio that makes it insanely easy to adjust and save amp settings so that you can make a collection of your favorite tones. Even better than that is their library built by the community that only takes a few clicks to import to your own setlist. Right now I've got several setlists saved ranging from a Frusciante tone to a Mayer tone, as well as many more. It's wild how close you can get the tone to studio recordings. I live in a small apartment so I try not to play too loudly but I've used it in other venues and it plays really well and loudly too.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

    1

    Big regret.

    This is supposed to be easily used with the Boss Tone Exchange App. But to get there you have to download an upgrade into the amp, which will take multiple attempts and hours to complete, then you have to fight with the Boss Tone Studio app in your computer to accept the connection with the amp which, again, is unreliable and can take hours of frustration to finally get connected. It's just a really poor execution of a technology Boss clearly wasn't ready to put on the market. Amp sounds good, but 8O% of amp capability is absent without access to Tone Exchange.

    Filters
    Best Uses
    1. Home Studio28
    2. Performances16
    3. Amateur Recording15
    4. Outdoor Events / Games9
    5. Professional Recording6
    Cons
    1. Limited Functions2
    2. Difficult To Use1
    3. Lacks true line out feature1
    4. Manual has limited info about effects1
    5. It would be nice if the knobs had a tactile indi1
    Describe Yourself
    1. Novice19
    2. Experienced15
    3. Professional Musician4
    Pros
    1. Excellent Sound35
    2. Easy To Use34
    3. Good Power Output29
    4. Portable29
    5. Warm / Comfy24
    • skeptical

      5

      submitteda month ago

      byBig Mike

      fromGainesville,Florida

      Originally, i heard this amp on youtube reviews. i loved the sound right away, but I am automatically skeptical. so I got it from Gainesville, fl gc. TO me it was a lil learning curve. but I kept at it. a week later ive got it kickin like the way its supposed to sound.. I cant stop playing it. To my ears it sounds a little bit treble forward, But that is easily dealt with, i play all styles of music, and i can do them all with puppy.. If you can be a little patient, i think youre really going to like this. this is a steal at 349.00. ive got tube amps that sre great,but how can you beat this. And I love going to gainesville GC. they are so informative, and freindly. Oh, and it is LOUD

    • Great amp for under $350

      5

      submitted2 months ago

      byBen

      fromNorwell, MA

      I use this amp just to mess around and practice but when I need to get a good and accurate tone this one is beyond perfect

    • Great and versatile beginner/practice amp!

      5

      submitted4 months ago

      byChristian

      fromYuba City, CA

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      This amp is a great option for anyone looking for something fairly portable but still able to be loud (and quiet) as well as versatile at the same time, all while sounding great too. The boss tone studio app really opens this thing up with the amount of effects, and presets you are given access too. #sweepstakes

    • Yes I would buy it again.

      5

      submitted8 months ago

      byRick

      fromCharlotte Nc

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      Bought this amp for an open mic that I run. Worked great for all the artists from rock to blues to acoustic small but powerful. Had it mic thru the pa.

    • This is the perfect amp for bedroom playing

      5

      submitted9 months ago

      byEric

      fromPalm Harbor, Florida

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      This amp is great for playing in the house. It has great versatility and great sound. Easy to use and portable.

    • Yes

      5

      submitted9 months ago

      byRon

      fromClarkston, Michigan

      Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

      Great amp

    Q&A

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

    • asked byBret

      fromRoseville, CA

      Can the Power Amp input be used for products like the IK Multimedia ToneX pedal?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      I'm sorry. I don't understand the reference. This does not have a power amp input.
    • asked byAl

      fromNyack NY

      can this be used for a more jazzy sound for those who want to toggle between rock and jazz, only to dabble in jazz styles

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Yes, the Boss Katana Gen 3 50W 1x12 Combo Amp can absolutely be used for a more jazzy sound—even for players who primarily play rock but want to dabble in jazz styles.
    • asked byDick

      fromWashington DC

      Can you change tones and settings with a foot pedal? What foot pedal set -up do you recommend?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      2) No, that's only on a Katana 100 model. Recommended options: Boss FS-6 (dual footswitch, latched or momentary) Lets you switch between channels and toggle effects. It’s two switches in one, and you can configure how each one behaves. Needs a TRS cable (stereo 1/4" to 1/4") to connect. Very popular for Katana 50 players. Boss FS-7 (smaller dual footswitch) Similar to FS-6 but more compact (side-by-side switches instead of stacked). Also needs a TRS cable. Good if you want to save pedalboard space. Boss GA-FC EX (more advanced, but only partially supported on Katana 50) You can use the GA-FC EX with a Katana 50 Gen 3 only when connected over USB and using external control apps — it’s not plug-and-play with just the amp. Probably overkill unless you want future expandability or already use Boss Tone Studio a lot.
    • asked byDavid

      fromSan Luis obispo

      Whatis the foortwitch tht can be purhaaed for the KATANA 50?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      For the Boss Katana 50 guitar amp, the most common compatible footswitches are: Boss FS-5L (latching footswitch) Boss FS-6 (dual footswitch, can be set to latch or momentary) Boss FS-7 (compact dual footswitch)
    • asked byD

      fromNewman Ca

      Can you tell me if it's 50 w and 25 w

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      This is 50 watts.
    • asked byMak

      fromundisclosed

      Can I use this for bass guitar?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      A guitar amp is not designed to reproduce the low frequencies that are typically produced by a bass guitar. This means that it can compromise the sound quality of the instrument. Besides this, improper use of the speaker can also lead to damage.
    • asked byTom

      fromundisclosed

      Hi, can you use the stereo phones jack to record the amp into an 8 track digital recorder such as the Zoom R8?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Yes, you can.
    • asked byShu

      fromNJ

      Please provide information for if there is an additional input required for utilizing Bluetooth. Also please provide information regarding the pedals: cost, how ate they connected

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      1) No there isn't. 2) BOSS FS-5U Nonlatching Footswitch. It connects with a 1/4" cable.
    • asked byKnox

      fromClovis, NM

      Can you connect headphones to it?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Yes, you can.
    • asked byDan

      fromundisclosed

      What is the total cost of this item after taxes?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Please give us a call to discuss pricing 855-770-3373.
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