BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Series

KATANA GEN 3

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Katana Gen 3 Models:

BOSS Katana-50 Gen 3

50

BOSS Katana-50 EX Gen 3

50 EX

BOSS Katana-100 Gen 3

100

BOSS Katana-100/212 Gen 3

100/212

BOSS Katana Head Gen 3

HEAD

BOSS Katana Artist Gen 3

ARTIST

BOSS Katana Artist Head Gen 3

ARTIST HEAD

Katana Gen 3
Guitar Amplifiers

Take It to the Next Stage

Wherever you play and whatever your level, the grab-and-go BOSS Katana Gen 3 guitar amplifier series has you covered. Offering world-class tone, inspiring feel, and evolved performance, these are the best stage-class Katana amps yet.

Much of the Katana’s success has been achieved through technological innovation. But it’s just as much about you, our ever-growing family of global users. With the release of Katana Gen 3, we want to honor the sonic adventurers who make up the Katana community, highlighting those golden moments when you discover your unique voice on guitar and passion for playing. Together, we make the sound.

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Why Choose Katana?

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 | Engineered to Perfection
BOSS KATANA Gen 3 | Game-Changing Performance
BOSS KATANA Gen 3 | Uniquely Yours

Engineered to Perfection

Backed by over 50 years of experience and development knowledge, the skilled BOSS engineers are responsible for some of the world's most popular guitar amps. Embodying our Tube Logic philosophy, the Katana series delivers the nuanced sound, feel, and response of classic tube amps without the inherent problems of instability and fragility.

Durable and lightweight, Katana amps have been designed and built using custom components for consistent, maintenance-free operation in any situation. With millions of happy customers around the globe, the ever-growing Katana fraternity is a testament to the appeal of this award-winning range.

Game-Changing Performance

Generously packed with features, Katana amps are renowned for their unbeatable versatility and value. With a comprehensive array of acclaimed amp characters and a bevy of industry-leading BOSS effects, these are some of the most flexible guitar amps money can buy. From crystal clean to extreme metal, any guitar tone can be dialed in quickly and easily. Whether jamming at home, recording in the studio, or performing live, Katana flows with every creative ambition. Practice quietly using headphones, connect to a DAW via USB, or rock out on stage while sending a DI to front-of-house—your options are virtually limitless.

Uniquely Yours

With such powerful sonic tools, Katana is the ultimate canvas for creating masterpiece guitar tones. Edit hands-on from the panel or go deeper with the BOSS Tone Studio app. Define your core guitar sound from six amp characters: Brown, Lead, Crunch, Pushed, Clean, and Acoustic. Then, add tonal color courtesy of over 60 world-class BOSS effects curated into dedicated Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb sections. The reactive analog Class AB power stage completes the picture, delivering professional, stage-class sound that perfectly frames your performances.

Core Features

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Tube Logic design architecture icon

Tube Logic design architecture for authentic tube tone and feel

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Reactive Class AB analog power section icon

Reactive Class AB analog power section

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Six unique amp characters icon

Six unique amp characters, each with a selectable variation

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | 60 built-in BOSS effects icon

Access to over 60 built-in BOSS effects

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Variable Power Control icon

Variable Power Control for cranked-amp sound at any volume

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Flexible connectivity icon

Flexible connectivity

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Advanced tone-shaping tools icon

Advanced tone-shaping tools

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | Single-touch memory recall icon

Single-touch memory recall

BOSS KATANA Gen 3 Core Features | BOSS Tone Studio icon

Updated and enhanced BOSS Tone Studio editing software

BOSS Katana-50 Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana-50 Gen 3

The entry-level Gen 3 model strikes the perfect balance of punch and portability, offering 50 watts of power in a compact 1x12 combo.

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BOSS Katana-50 EX Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana-50 EX Gen 3

Extends the core features of the Katana-50 Gen 3 model with enhancements for live performers, including an upgraded speaker, GA-FC/GA-FC EX support, and more.

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BOSS Katana-100 Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana-100 Gen 3

Equipped with 100 watts of power, the Katana-100 Gen 3 model delivers big, stage-ready sound in an easy-to-carry 1x12 combo.

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BOSS Katana-100/212 Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana-100/212 Gen 3

Enjoy rich, venue-filling sound with 100 watts of power and two custom 12-inch speakers.

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BOSS Katana Head Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana Head Gen 3

This compact head features 100 watts of power, a unique Bloom voicing option, and an onboard 5-inch speaker for practice and checking tones.

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BOSS Katana Artist Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana Artist Gen 3

The flagship Gen 3 model brings you the ultimate Katana experience with 100 watts of power, a custom 12-inch Waza speaker, and a host of advanced tone tools.

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BOSS Katana Artist Head Gen 3 Guitar Amplifier

Katana Artist Head Gen 3

Flagship Artist features in a premium 100-watt amplifier head.

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“Katana amps have received worldwide acclaim for their authentic tube tone and feel, onboard BOSS effects, easy sound customization, and exceptional value.”

Premier Guitar

“Okay, there's a reason the Boss Katana features on so many "best amplifier" lists, it's simply brilliant.”

Music Radar

“This amp doesn’t really need much other than a guitar to get the best out of it, and it sounds remarkably good.”

Guitar.com

“This isn’t an amp just for beginners or pros—it’s for everyone.”

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Katana Guides

BOSS Katana: What’s New in the Gen 3 Amplifier Series?

BOSS Katana: What’s New in the Gen 3 Amplifier Series?

The BOSS Katana series has steadily evolved since its 2016. Explore the latest advancements in the new Katana Gen 3 line.

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The Ultimate BOSS Katana Buyer's Guide

The Ultimate BOSS Katana Buyer's Guide

Katana combines precision engineering, breakthrough technology, and decades of experience to produce its sound. Explore the whole series.

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Innovation and Wisdom: The Story of the BOSS Katana Series

Innovation and Wisdom: The Story of the BOSS Katana Series

The 2016 arrival of the BOSS Katana was decades in the making. Explore the breakthroughs that sparked this revolutionary amplifier range.

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#WeMakeTheSound

While we make the products that enable musicians from all levels, our community are the adventurers that explore the sound. And together, we make the sound.

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Marty Music

"The Katana can achieve sounds that span many decades. From Nirvana to The Beatles and Metallica to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, I have never struggled to find a good tone that matches up to some of the most iconic guitar sounds. It’s so easy, and that's why I have used it to create hundreds of YouTube lessons."

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Meet the
Katana Family

Katana Gen 3 is just one part of an expanding family of Katana products for all types of players. Hold down the bottom end with the stage-ready Katana bass amp range. Practice and jam at home with the wireless Katana-Air series. And grab the battery-powered Katana-Mini to enjoy great sound on the go.

KATANA BASS

KATANA BASS

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KATANA AIR

KATANA-AIR

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KATANA AIR EX

KATANA-AIR EX

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KATANA MINI

KATANA-MINI

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KATANA MINI X

KATANA-MINI X

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KATANA:GO

KATANA:GO

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BOSS KATANA-100 Gen 3

Bluetooth® Connectivity

The Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (BT-DUAL) adds wireless connectivity to your Katana Gen 3 amp. This powerful option allows you to play with audio streamed from your phone and edit sounds on the gig using the BTS app for Android and iOS.

BOSS KATANA-100 Gen 3

Complete Stage Command

All Katana Gen 3 amps offer remote foot control using the BOSS FS-5L, FS-6, and FS-7 footswitches, plus expression control with pedals that include the BOSS EV-30, FV-500L, and FV-500H and Roland EV-5. Expanded control via the GA-FC and GA-FC EX Foot Controllers is supported on all models except the Katana-50 Gen 3.

Enhance Your
Creative Range

There are numerous BOSS options to extend your Katana Gen 3 experience, including a tone-enhancing amp stand, quality instrument cables, effects pedals, Loop Stations, headphones, and many more.

Expand your BOSS Katana Gen 3 experience | GA-FC EX Foot Controller

GA-FC EX Foot Controller

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Expand your BOSS Katana Gen 3 experience | BAS-1 Amplifier Stand

BAS-1 Amplifier Stand

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Expand your BOSS Katana Gen 3 experience | BOSS Cables

BOSS Cables

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Expand your BOSS Katana Gen 3 experience | Effects Pedals

Effects Pedals

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Expand your BOSS Katana Gen 3 experience | Loop Stations

Loop Station

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Expand your BOSS Katana Gen 3 experience | Headphones

Headphones

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