The BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 Guitar Amplifier is a versatile 50-watt guitar combo amplifier designed for guitarists who demand professional tone, flexible sound shaping, and dependable performance for practice, recording, rehearsals, and live playing. Featuring advanced BOSS Tube Logic technology, a custom 12-inch speaker, versatile amplifier characters, built-in effects, expanded connectivity, and deep editing through BOSS Tone Studio, the Katana-50 EX Gen 3 delivers expressive amplifier response and a wide range of inspiring guitar tones in a compact, performance-ready design.
Third-Generation Katana Amplifier with Advanced Tube Logic Response
The BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 represents the latest generation of the popular Katana amplifier series, combining BOSS Tube Logic technology with refined tonal response and improved playing dynamics. Designed to capture the feel, interaction, and natural response of traditional tube amplifiers, it reacts smoothly to picking strength, guitar volume adjustments, and playing style, giving musicians a more expressive and realistic playing experience.
With a powerful 50-watt output and a custom-designed 12-inch speaker, the Katana-50 EX Gen 3 provides strong projection, clear articulation, and dynamic performance suitable for home practice, studio recording, rehearsals, and small venue performances.
Six Amplifier Characters for a Wide Range of Guitar Sounds
The BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 offers six amplifier characters that cover a broad range of musical styles, from clean and transparent tones to powerful overdrive and high-gain sounds. The available amp types include Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, and Brown, allowing guitarists to quickly access tones suitable for blues, rock, metal, pop, country, and modern guitar styles.
Each amplifier character provides a different tonal foundation, allowing players to create everything from warm vintage-inspired sounds to aggressive modern tones without requiring multiple amplifiers.
Built-In BOSS Effects with Professional Tone Customization
The Katana-50 EX Gen 3 includes five dedicated effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb. These integrated effects provide essential tools for shaping complete guitar tones, making it possible to create professional-sounding setups without additional pedals.
Through BOSS Tone Studio, guitarists can access advanced editing features, customize effect parameters, adjust signal chains, and personalize their amplifier setup. The software provides access to more than 60 premium BOSS effects, giving players extensive creative control over their sound.
Power Control for Great Tone at Any Volume
The built-in Power Control function allows guitarists to achieve rich amplifier response at different volume levels. With selectable power settings including standby, 0.5W, half power, and maximum output, the Katana-50 EX Gen 3 adapts easily to different playing environments.
Whether practicing quietly at home, recording in a studio, rehearsing with a band, or performing live, players can enjoy responsive amplifier tone without requiring excessive volume levels.
Professional Connectivity for Recording and Performance
The BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 provides modern connectivity options for today's guitarists. It includes a Power Amp In connection for external preamps, amp modelers, and multi-effects processors, along with AUX input, Line Out, headphone output, and USB-C connectivity for recording applications.
The USB-C audio interface functionality allows guitarists to record directly into music production software, making the amplifier suitable for home studios, songwriting, demo creation, and professional recording workflows.
Flexible Foot Controller Support for Live Playing
Designed for performance flexibility, the Katana-50 EX Gen 3 supports optional BOSS GA-FC and GA-FC EX foot controllers. These controllers allow musicians to switch channels, control effects, and manage performance functions hands-free, making the amplifier suitable for stage environments.
With the optional BT-DUAL Bluetooth Audio MIDI adaptor, players can stream audio wirelessly from mobile devices and remotely edit amplifier settings through the BOSS Tone Studio app.
Stereo Expand Function for a Larger Performance Sound
The built-in Stereo Expand function allows the Katana-50 EX Gen 3 to connect with another compatible Katana amplifier to create a wider stereo sound field. This feature adds greater depth and dimension for performances, practice sessions, and immersive guitar experiences.
Advanced Cabinet Resonance and Recording Features
The Katana-50 EX Gen 3 provides additional tone-shaping options through BOSS Tone Studio, including selectable cabinet resonance characteristics such as Vintage, Modern, and Deep. Players can further customize their recorded and headphone tones using IR-based cabinet sounds for enhanced flexibility in studio and silent practice environments.
Ideal Guitar Amplifier for Practice, Studio, and Stage
The BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 Guitar Amplifier is designed for musicians who need a powerful, flexible, and reliable amplifier that can adapt to multiple playing situations. From bedroom practice and recording sessions to rehearsals and live performances, it delivers professional BOSS tone quality, versatile effects, and modern connectivity in a compact 50-watt combo amplifier.
Key Features of BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 Guitar Amplifier
- 50-watt guitar combo amplifier with custom 12-inch speaker
- Third-generation Katana design featuring advanced Tube Logic technology
- Six amplifier characters: Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, and Brown
- Multiple amp variations for expanded tonal flexibility
- Five built-in effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb
- More than 60 BOSS effects available through Tone Studio editing
- Power Control function for optimized tone at different volume levels
- BOSS Tone Studio compatibility for deep sound customization
- USB-C audio interface functionality for recording and music production
- Power Amp In connection for external processors and amp modelers
- Line Out and headphone output for flexible studio and stage use
- GA-FC and GA-FC EX foot controller support
- Stereo Expand function for wider amplifier setups
- Optional Bluetooth Audio MIDI connectivity with BT-DUAL adaptor
Specifications
- Model: KATANA-50 EX GEN 3
- Product Type: Guitar Amplifier
- Rated Output Power: 50 W
- Speaker: 30 cm (12 inches) × 1
- Amplifier Types: Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, Brown
- Effects: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, Reverb
- Power Control: Standby / 0.5 W / Half / Max
- Inputs: Guitar Input, AUX Input, Power Amp In
- Outputs: Line Out, Stereo Phones Output
- USB: USB Type-C Audio Interface
- Controller Support: GA-FC, GA-FC EX, Expression Pedals
- Bluetooth: Available with optional BT-DUAL adaptor
- Dimensions: 470 mm (W) × 238 mm (D) × 398 mm (H)
- Weight: 11.7 kg
The BOSS KATANA-50 EX GEN 3 Guitar Amplifier combines powerful performance, professional BOSS tones, advanced effects, and modern connectivity to create a complete amplifier solution for today's guitarists. With expressive Tube Logic response, versatile amplifier characters, customizable effects, recording capabilities, and stage-ready features, the Katana-50 EX Gen 3 is an excellent choice for players seeking exceptional sound quality from practice to performance.