Detail 01
Four Tone Setting memories
Four customized amp and effects sounds can be saved for immediate recall.
Product detailSKU #1500000415838
BOSSKatana-50 EX Gen 3 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amplifier - Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Katana-50 EX Gen 3 is a 50W, 1x12 combo built around six amp characters and their variations, including Pushed for edge-of-breakup gain. Its separate Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb sections make it practical to assemble sounds from the panel, then save up to four Tone Settings for quick changes. USB-C, Line Out, Power Amp In, Stereo Expand, and GA-FC or GA-FC EX support give it a broader control and connection set for practice, recording, and live use.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players who need four saved custom sounds available from dedicated panel buttons.
- Stage rigs using GA-FC or GA-FC EX foot controllers for hands-free control.
- Linking two Katana amplifiers with Stereo Expand for a stereo stage setup.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Third-party device or software workflows that require guaranteed compatibility.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Five effects sections
Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb have independent sections on the amp.
Detail 03
Power Control
Standby, 0.5W, Half, and Max output settings are available.
Detail 04
Stereo Expand
The amp can link with a second Katana amplifier for stereo operation.
Detail 05
GA-FC and GA-FC EX support
These foot controllers can control Katana parameters during performance.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Stereo Expand requires a second Katana amplifier.
- 02Wireless editing and backing-track playback use the optional Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adapter.
- 03Tone Studio is used on a computer or mobile device to create and organize custom patches.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many tones can I save on the amp?
Up to four custom tones can be stored in the Tone Setting memories.
02Can I connect a modeler?
Yes. The Power Amp In accepts a pedalboard or modeler connection.
03Does it have a direct output for recording?
It includes Line Out and USB connections for recording use.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Speaker
- 12 inch (30 cm) x 1
3 detailsPickups & controls
- Amp Type Switch
- Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, Brown
- Power Switch
- Yes
- Power Control Switch
- Standby, .5W, Half, Max
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
11 detailsConnections & power
- Stereo Phones Jack
- Stereo 1/4 inch phone type
- Power Amp in Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Aux in Jack
- Stereo miniature phone type
- Input Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Line Out Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- USB Port
- USB C type
- Rated Power Output
- 50W
- Power Consumption
- 47W
- Exp Pedal Jack
- 1/4 inch TRS phone type
- Ctl Ch1 Ch2 Solo Jack
- 1/4 inch TRS phone type
- Input
- –10 dBu (1 Mohms)
2 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxdxh
- 18.563 inch (470 mm) x 9.375 inch (238 mm) x 15.688 inch (398 mm)
- Weight
- 25
24 detailsOther
- Ch2 Button
- Yes
- Tap Button
- Yes
- Bass Knob
- Yes
- Booster Knob
- Yes
- Mod Knob
- Yes
- Booster Button
- Yes
- Fx Button
- Yes
- Gain Knob
- Yes
- Delay Knob
- Yes
- Reverb Knob
- Yes
- Volume Knob
- Yes
- Bluetooth Adaptor Slot
- Bluetooth Audio MIDI dual adapter
- Delay Button
- Yes
- Indicators
- Variation, Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, Reverb, Tap, Solo, CH1, CH2, Panel
- Fx Knob
- Yes
- Aux in
- –10 dBu (20 kohms)
- Variation Button
- Yes
- Treble Knob
- Yes
- Reverb Button
- Yes
- Panel Button
- Yes
- Master Knob
- Yes
- Mod Button
- Yes
- Middle Knob
- Yes
- Ch1 Button
- Yes
