Description
Elevate Your Sound with the BOSS Katana-50 Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier
The BOSS Katana-50 Gen 3 stage amplifier delivers exceptional tone, responsiveness, and versatility, perfect for guitarists who demand professional quality in a compact, portable design. With 50 watts of Class AB power and a custom 12-inch speaker, this combo amp balances punch and portability for practice, recording, or live performance.
Built on the acclaimed third-generation Katana platform, it features advanced Tube Logic technology that enhances sound feel and dynamics. The newly introduced Pushed amp character offers expressive edge-of-breakup tones that guitarists will appreciate. Seamlessly manage your sound with the updated BOSS Tone Studio app, providing intuitive remote editing from your computer or mobile device.
Main Features
- Powerful 50-watt Class AB combo amplifier with a 12-inch custom speaker
- Six versatile amp characters, including the new Pushed type, each with selectable variations
- Five independent effects sections: Booster, Modulation, FX, Delay, and Reverb for rich, dynamic tones
- Four Tone Setting memories to store amp and effect configurations
- Power Control enables cranked-amp tone and response at low volume levels
- Updated BOSS Tone Studio app for detailed remote editing and preset management
- Compatible with sounds from previous Katana stage amplifiers
- Download and share tones via BOSS Tone Exchange
Extensive Connectivity
- Power Amp In jack for integration with preamps, modelers, and multi-effects units
- Stereo headphones output and USB-C with IR-based cabinet simulation for direct recording
- USB connection supports audio interface functionality for computer and mobile device recording*
- Jacks for two footswitches and expression pedal enable hands-free control
- Optional Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (BT-DUAL) for wireless audio playback and app-based remote editing
*Please note compatibility with all third-party devices and software cannot be guaranteed.
BOSS Tone Studio App Enhancements
- Redesigned interface for streamlined tone editing and preset organisation
- Access over 60 premium BOSS effects, with deep parameter customisation and flexible effect ordering
- Three Cabinet Resonance options (Vintage, Modern, Deep) for realistic speaker simulation
- Full control over IR-based cabinet sound used with headphones and USB recording
- Multiple EQ and Contour settings to shape your signature tone
- Create, save, and manage Livesets tailored to different playing styles and environments
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What is the power output of the Katana-50 Gen 3?
The Katana-50 Gen 3 delivers 50 watts of Class AB power, making it suitable for practice, studio use, and smaller gigs.
➤ Can I use the Katana Gen 3 as a USB audio interface?
Yes, the amp features a USB-C output with IR-based cabinet simulation, allowing direct recording and playback through compatible computer and mobile devices.
➤ Does the Katana-50 Gen 3 support external pedals and footswitches?
Yes, it has jacks for two footswitches and an expression pedal to provide hands-free control over effects and amp settings.
➤ How many amp characters are available on the Katana Gen 3?
There are six amp characters, including the new Pushed type, each with its own selectable variation to cover a wide range of tonal preferences.
➤ Is Bluetooth connectivity included?
Bluetooth audio and MIDI functionality are available via the optional BT-DUAL adaptor, which supports wireless playback from mobile devices and remote editing through the BOSS Tone Studio app.
Delivery
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £35 (calculated at checkout). Please see our international delivery page or contact us for details.
Warranty Information
Boss Warranty Information: 5 Years for pedals. 2 years for all other Boss products from 1st May 2021
1st May 2021. The following changes will bring consistency to all sales territories as currently there are local variances.
New Warranty Policy:
• Minimum “Standard” manufacturer’s warranty will now be 2-years (increase from 1-year standard, down from 3-years extended)
• Additional years will be dependent on a product category:
◦ 5-years Boss Compacts
◦ 10-years for HP/LX/GP/DP/KF Pianos
◦ Lifetime Cable Warranty for specific cables (details will be on the product box)
• The customer no longer needs to register the product, however, a new Roland Account system/campaign will launch later this month
• The new customer accounts will very clearly show what Roland/Boss products the customer owns but also pull through any relevant information or services available to the customer in support of their product(s)
◦ Free Technical Support
◦ Firmware Updates
◦ Tutorial Video
◦ Supported Apps
◦ Owner’s Manuals/References
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time. For full please visit the manufacturer's website here.
3 years warranty for VIP members
