Boss Katana 50 Gen 3
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Essential Information About the Katana-50 Gen 3 Amp
Essential Information About the Katana-50 Gen 3 Amp
- 50 watts class AB in a compact 1x12 combo, ready for stage, rehearsal, and home studio.
- Advanced Tube Logic technology with the new "Pushed" amp type for expressive breakup.
- 5 independent effects sections and 4 "Tone Setting" memories to instantly recall your sounds.
- USB-C with IR cab simulation, headphone output, "Power Amp In" input, and editing via BOSS Tone Studio.
Manufacturer Information
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Lineup
Launched as a series of versatile and accessible amplifiers, the Katana family has won over guitarists for its "Tube Logic" dynamics and built-in effects inspired by BOSS pedals. This third generation refines the formula with a more organic response, a modernized software interface, and studio-grade connectivity options, while retaining the iconic power-to-portability ratio of the Katana-50.Who This Amp Is For
Ideal for advanced beginners to pros seeking a single combo to practice, record, and play in a band. The power control allows working at low volume at home, while the 50 W and 12-inch speaker provide sufficient projection for rehearsals and small gigs. Versatile, it covers pop, funk, blues, rock, modern metal, and also serves as a pedal platform via the "Power Amp In" input.Technical specifications
| Effects | Multi-effects | Number of channels | 1 |
| Category | Guitar combo | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Technology | Solid state | Headphone output | Yes |
| Effects loop | No | Color | Black |
| Attenuator | Yes | Power output | 40 W |
| Category | Amplifier | ||
| Power | 50 W (Class AB) | CTL CH1/CH2 SOLO jack | 6.35 mm TRS jack |
| Format | 1x12 combo | EXP PEDAL jack | 6.35 mm TRS jack |
| Loudspeaker | Custom 12-inch loudspeaker | AUX IN jack | 3.5 mm stereo jack |
| 3 cabinet resonances | Vintage, Modern, Deep | USB port | USB-C type (recording/playback with IR-based cabinet simulation) |
| INPUT jack | 6.35 mm jack | BLUETOOTH ADAPTOR SLOT | Dual Bluetooth Audio MIDI adapter |
| POWER AMP IN jack | 6.35 mm jack | Dimensions (handle and feet included) | 470 (W) x 238 (D) x 398 (H) mm |
| STEREO PHONES jack | 6.35 mm stereo jack | Weight | 11.6 kg |
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
Highly versatile guitar amplifier praised for excellent sound quality and extensive effects. Customers said it offers "incredible possibilities" with adjustable settings via software. Works well at all volumes, from apartments to group practice. Minor criticism: Bluetooth connectivity sold separately. Outstanding value with "best quality-price ratio on the market."
Review highlights
- âClear sound is magnificent. Super versatile. Very powerful.â
- âBest quality-price ratio on the market. Warm sound and incredible palette of effects.â
- âExcellent amplifier with downloadable software that is simply incredible.â
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Perfect. The types of amplifications proposed are effective and simple to understand. The sound is very good. The possibilities for adjustments are really numerous. With the Boss Katana Tone Studio software it gets complicated. To see with the tutorials. Test on the USB socket first. Then with bluetooth (accessory to be purchased in addition) if you have successfully completed the apprenticeship. I'm not there yet... And finally access to a multitude of patches for infinite amp settings.
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Excellent amplifier, I have nothing to say, the downloadable software with is simply incredible and allows you to create our own sounds, download them directly from the internet and a significant advantage, each effect is modifiable with a lot of different effects. The improvements compared to the first generation are very useful, such as being able to use 5 simultaneous effects at the link of 3.
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Awesome for the price... Not disappointed as usual with Roland or Boss.
An advantageous replacement for Roland cube SX 40, which is no longer manufactured.
Open back, lightweight, easy to use and well-thought-out, and balanced sound palette.
Good little HP, power in VR, nice clean and crunchy sounds...
Why do without it... 0.5/25/or 50w...
Or even as a second smaller amp..
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Incredible and unbeatable value for money.
Nevertheless, expect some difficulties on the computer side between firmware updates, drivers and software with its various versions at the beginning...
This amp remains a must have for beginners and advanced players who will find an all in one more than suitableAutomatically translated
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Great amp, very versatile. The clear sound is beautiful. I hesitated with the 100 but frankly the 50 is very powerful (thanks for the advice from woodbrass). Using the effects is easy even intuitive. I highly recommend this amp for anyone looking for: clarity, versatility and power.
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 suitable for playing at low volume?
The power attenuator allows for low volume practice, while the stereo headphone output with a 6.35 mm jack enables silent listening.
What amp tones and effects are available?
Six amp types are offered, each with a variation, including the Pushed mode designed for subtle dynamic breakup. Five effects blocks are integrated: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb. Four Tone Setting memories allow for saving presets.
Is USB recording possible with speaker simulation?
The USB-C port provides recording and playback with IR-based speaker simulation.
What power and speaker are suitable for rehearsals?
The power section delivers 50 W in class AB within a 1x12 combo format. The custom 12-inch speaker offers the necessary projection for rehearsals and small gigs. Three cabinet resonance optionsâVintage, Modern, and Deepâare accessible via BOSS Tone Studio.
How to connect a multi-effects processor or an external preamp?
The Power Amp In input on a 6.35 mm jack allows connection of a preamp or multi-effects directly to the power stage. There is no built-in effects loop. A 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack auxiliary input is also available for an external audio source.
