BOSS Katana-50 MkII 50W Guitar Amplifier Combo
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BOSS
The Boss Katana-50 MkII brings next-generation performance, tone, and features to the acclaimed Katana guitar amp series. Built with BOSS’s revolutionary Tube Logic design approach, this 50-watt 1x12 combo reproduces the rich tube-like saturation, dynamic picking response, and organic warmth of classic valve amplifiers in a lightweight, reliable package.
BOSS KATANA-50 MkII Guitar Amplifier
The BOSS KATANA-50 MkII is a versatile 50-watt guitar combo amplifier designed for guitarists who need professional tone, powerful performance, and extensive sound customization in a compact and reliable format. Featuring BOSS Tube Logic technology, five amplifier characters, expanded effects, Power Control, USB recording, and advanced editing through BOSS Tone Studio, the KATANA-50 MkII delivers exceptional flexibility for practice, recording, rehearsals, and live performance.
Built on the success of the original Katana series, the KATANA-50 MkII expands the platform with more tonal options, enhanced effects, improved usability, and deeper sound customization. With its custom 12-inch speaker and stage-ready 50-watt output, it provides the power and response required by modern guitar players while remaining practical for everyday use. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
50-Watt Performance with Dynamic Tube-Like Response
The BOSS KATANA-50 MkII delivers 50 watts of power through a custom-designed 12-inch speaker, providing strong projection, rich tone, and detailed response for a wide range of playing situations. BOSS Tube Logic technology recreates the feel and interaction of traditional tube amplifiers, delivering natural dynamics, powerful punch, and expressive playing response.
Whether you are practising at home, recording guitar tracks, rehearsing with a band, or performing live, the KATANA-50 MkII provides a balanced combination of power, portability, and tonal versatility.
Five Amplifier Characters with Expanded Variations
The KATANA-50 MkII features five amplifier characters designed to cover a wide range of guitar tones, from clean and articulate sounds to aggressive high-gain distortion. Each amp character includes a selectable variation, providing expanded tonal possibilities for different musical styles.
- Acoustic: Provides a natural response suitable for acoustic-electric guitar applications.
- Clean: Delivers clear, dynamic clean tones with excellent headroom.
- Crunch: Produces responsive overdrive tones with natural touch sensitivity.
- Lead: Offers powerful lead tones with increased gain and sustain.
- Brown: Provides high-gain tones with a powerful modern rock character.
Expanded Effects with Five Independent Sections
The BOSS KATANA-50 MkII includes five independent effects sections, allowing guitarists to create complete pedalboard-style setups directly from the amplifier. Each effects category provides multiple variations, giving players access to a wide range of creative sound options.
- Booster: Adds extra gain, drive, and tonal enhancement.
- Mod: Provides modulation effects for movement and texture.
- FX: Offers additional effects for expanded sound creation.
- Delay: Creates spacious echo and ambient effects.
- Reverb: Adds depth and atmosphere to guitar tones.
BOSS Tone Studio Sound Customization
The KATANA-50 MkII connects with BOSS Tone Studio software, allowing guitarists to access advanced editing features and customize their amplifier sounds in detail. Players can adjust amplifier parameters, modify effects settings, configure EQ options, and create personalized tones for different musical applications.
With access to an expanded library of BOSS effects and detailed editing options, the KATANA-50 MkII can function as a complete guitar rig solution without requiring a large collection of external pedals.
Power Control for Home, Studio, and Stage
The built-in Power Control feature allows guitarists to achieve natural amplifier response and powerful tone at different volume levels. This makes the KATANA-50 MkII suitable for quiet home practice as well as louder rehearsal and performance environments.
- Standby: Allows silent operation when required.
- 0.5 W: Ideal for bedroom practice and low-volume playing.
- 25 W: Suitable for rehearsals and smaller performance spaces.
- 50 W: Provides full output for stage-ready performance.
Professional Recording and Connectivity Features
The BOSS KATANA-50 MkII provides flexible connectivity for modern guitarists, including USB recording, headphone monitoring, external control options, and direct connection capabilities for external processors and equipment.
- USB Recording: Connect directly to a computer for recording guitar tracks with amp tones and effects.
- Phones/Recording Output: Enables silent practice and direct monitoring with cabinet emulation.
- Power Amp Input: Allows connection of external preamps, amp modelers, and multi-effects processors.
- AUX Input: Play along with external music sources.
- Expression Pedal and Footswitch Support: Provides expanded control options for live performance.
Custom Tone Storage and Easy Recall
The KATANA-50 MkII allows players to save and recall complete amplifier and effects configurations using Tone Setting memories. This makes switching between different sounds quick and convenient during rehearsals, performances, and recording sessions.
Ready for Recording and Mixing
The USB and headphone/recording outputs include microphone-style cabinet emulation, providing realistic amplifier tones for recording and monitoring. Through BOSS Tone Studio, players can adjust Air Feel settings to customize the direct recording character and achieve professional-quality results.
Key Features of BOSS KATANA-50 MkII
- 50-watt guitar combo amplifier with a custom 12-inch speaker.
- BOSS Tube Logic technology for dynamic amplifier response.
- Five amplifier characters: Acoustic, Clean, Crunch, Lead, and Brown.
- Selectable variations for expanded tonal flexibility.
- Five independent effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb.
- Multiple effect variations available through BOSS Tone Studio.
- Power Control for low-volume and full-power operation.
- USB audio recording with cabinet emulation.
- Power Amp Input for external processors and modelers.
- Four Tone Setting memories for saving favourite sounds.
- Support for optional footswitches and expression pedals.
- Compact and reliable BOSS amplifier construction.
BOSS KATANA-50 MkII Specifications
- Rated Power Output: 50 W
- Speaker: 30 cm (12-inch) speaker
- Amplifier Types: Acoustic, Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown
- Effects: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, Reverb
- Power Control: Standby, 0.5 W, 25 W, 50 W
- Controls: Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Effect Controls, Master Volume
- Connectors: Input, Power Amp In, Phones/Recording Output, AUX In, USB, Foot Control
- USB: USB Type-B connection
- Power Consumption: 47 W
- Dimensions: 470 mm (W) × 238 mm (D) × 398 mm (H)
- Weight: 11.6 kg
The BOSS KATANA-50 MkII Guitar Amplifier combines powerful performance, professional-quality tones, advanced effects, recording capability, and extensive customization in one versatile guitar amplifier. Designed for guitarists of all levels, it provides the flexibility needed for practice, studio work, rehearsals, and live performances while delivering the trusted sound and reliability of the BOSS Katana series.
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