Compact 50 watt combo amp with a custom 12" speaker
They say don't fix what isn't broken, which applies to everything but the Boss Katana 50 amp. Since its inception, every subsequent version of the Boss Katana 50 has just gotten better and better, and of course the new third generation from Musos Corner is no exception. Now with a Bluetooth expansion option and new "Pushed" amp model this amp has even more tones than before and Musos Corner believes aspiring guitarists of all walks can find what they need in the Boss Katana 50.
Compact 50 watt combo amp with a custom 12" speaker, evolved Tube Logic sound, 12 amp characters, onboard legendary BOSS effects, advanced connectivity, and more!!
The Next Generation of a Modern Classic
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 centrepiece for studio recording, live performance, and daily practice.
The Katana-50 Gen 3 model strikes the perfect balance of punch and portability, offering 50 watts of Class AB power in a compact 1x12 combo.
Main Features
Check out our video of the Gen3
Whats new in Gen3?
Versatile Connectivity
*Compatibility with all third-party devices and software is not guaranteed.
Expansion Options
BOSS Tone Studio
Katana Gen 3: Inspiration Unbound
Backed by our advanced Tube Logic amplifier architecture and reactive Class AB power, the BOSS Katana series has become a standard for guitarists everywhere since its introduction in 2016. Katana amps embody decades of BOSS development knowledge, providing professional, tube-inspired sound coupled with modern advantages like onboard effects, one-touch memory recall, deep sound customisation, and reduced weight. Katana Gen 3 elevates the lineup with even more range and versatility, bringing you a playing experience that goes where no other amps can.
Refined Tube Logic Tones
Tube Logic recreates tube circuitry and all its complex interactions at a component level, putting the coveted tone and feel of classic tube amp designs under your fingers. Our approach continues to evolve with refinements to the five amp characters available in previous Katana models, including the iconic high-gain Brown type. The new Pushed character spotlights internal dynamic enhancements with the pleasing touch-responsive gain of a clean combo driven into harmonic saturation. All six amp characters include a selectable variation, giving you 12 distinctive tones to support every musical style.
“Sweet Spot” Sound at Any Volume
As every tube amp lover knows, the sound becomes richer, fuller, and more responsive as you turn up the volume. Unfortunately, it also gets way too loud for many playing situations. An external power attenuator is a common solution, but it can introduce artefacts that colour the amp’s tone and feel. The integrated Power Control in Katana Gen 3 delivers the best of all worlds, letting you dial in cranked-amp inspiration with no adverse effect on the sound. Just turn the panel knob to transparently harness the level for everything from live stage playing to daily bedroom jams.
Famous BOSS Effects
Katana Gen 3 features five simultaneous effect categories loaded with essential selections from the historic BOSS library. Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb sections offer enhanced sound quality, grab-and-go parameter controls, and three variations each for access to 15 unique effects. BOSS Tone Studio unlocks additional possibilities, allowing you to customise the onboard effects from 60 different types and tweak deep options not available from the amp’s panel. And when the optional Bluetooth Audio
- Rated Power Output: 50 W
- Speaker: 30 cm (12 inches) x 1
- Controls: POWER switch, MASTER knob, POWER CONTROL switch (STANDBY, 0.5 W, HALF, MAX)
- Connectors
INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
POWER AMP IN 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
- Dimensions (Include handle and rubber feet): 470 (W) x 238 (D) x 398 (H) mm / 18-9/16 (W) x 9-3/8 (D) x 15-11/16 (H) inches
- Weight: 11.6 kg / 25 lbs 10 oz
- Included Accessories
Owner's manual
Power cord
Extra 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
BluetoothⓇ Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (Model BT-DUAL)
Amplifier Stand: BAS-1
Musos Corner is proud to be an authorised retailer and highly recommends Boss musical products.
The first Boss guitar effects pedal was released in 1976, the CE1 Chorus Ensemble and contained the chorus / vibrato unit from the famous JC120 Jazz Chorus amplifier.
Vintage Boss pedals are now very collectable and can command some unrealistic figures.
Today the Boss ethos of reliability and innovation continues to make it a very popular choice for effect pedals and amplifiers.
Boss products are built tough for everyday use regardless of the application and Musos Corner is an authorised service agent for the entire catalogue.
If we don’t already have your dream Boss musical product in stock or listed online, contact us at Musos Corner today.
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