Detail 01
100W 2x12 configuration
The combo has a 100W rated output and two custom 12-inch speakers.
Product detailSKU #1500000415835
BOSSKatana Gen 3 100W 2x12 Guitar Combo Amplifier - Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
BOSS’s Katana-100/212 Gen 3 is a 100W combo with two custom 12-inch speakers and a flexible set of amp, effects, and routing tools. Its six amp characters expand to 12 through Variation selections, including the Pushed option for edge-of-breakup territory. Five independent effects sections and eight Tone Settings let you build and recall complete sounds, while Power Control offers four output positions for practice, recording, or performance. Power Amp In, an effects loop, USB, line out, and Stereo Expand support a rig that can grow around the combo.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Using a two-speaker 100W combo for rehearsal, recording, and performance.
- Recalling eight complete amp and effects settings across different songs or sessions.
- Connecting preamps, modelers, multi-effects, or a second Katana amp.
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
Power Control: Standby, 0.5W, Half, Max
The amp offers selectable output-power positions for practice, recording, or performance.
Detail 03
Five effect sections
Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb are available as independent sections.
Detail 04
Cabinet Resonance: Vintage, Modern, Deep
Three resonance options are available, alongside three-way Contour control.
Detail 05
USB-C port
USB provides connection with cabinet IR emulation.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Bluetooth app functionality requires the optional Bluetooth Audio MIDI adapter.
- 02Third-party device and software compatibility is not guaranteed.
- 03Extended foot control can use two footswitches, an expression pedal, or the BOSS GA-FC controller.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How many amp characters does it offer?
It has six amp characters, with Variation selections expanding them to 12 tone options.
02Can I connect a modeler or multi-effects unit?
Yes. The Power Amp In accepts preamps, modelers, and multi-effects, and the amp also has a send/return loop.
03Can two Katana amps be linked?
Yes. Stereo Expand links two Katana amplifiers.
04Can I save settings for gigs or rehearsals?
Yes. Eight Tone Setting memories save amp and effects settings for instant recall.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsSound
- Speaker
- 12 inch (30 cm) x 2
4 detailsPickups & controls
- Power Switch
- Yes
- Cab Resonance Switch
- Vintage, Modern, Deep
- Stereo Expand Switch
- Yes
- Power Control Switch
- Standby, .5W, Half, Max
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
13 detailsConnections & power
- Stereo Phones Jack
- Stereo 1/4 inch phone type
- Input Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Line Out Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Send Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Power Consumption
- 77W
- Input
- -10 dBu (1 Mohms)
- Ga Fc Ctl Ch1 Ch2 Solo Jack
- 1/4 inch TRS phone type
- Power Amp in Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Aux in Jack
- Stereo miniature phone type
- USB Port
- USB C type
- Rated Power Output
- 100W
- Return Jack
- 1/4 inch phone type
- Exp Pedal Jack
- 1/4 inch TRS phone type
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 43
- Dimensions Wxdxh
- 26.438 inch (670 mm) x 9.813 inch (248 mm) x 19.062 inch (484 mm)
31 detailsOther
- Presence Knob
- Yes
- Booster Button
- Yes
- Fx Button
- Yes
- Reverb Knob
- Yes
- Volume Knob
- Yes
- Bluetooth Adaptor Slot
- Bluetooth Audio MIDI dual adaptor
- Delay Button
- Yes
- Amp Type Knob
- Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, Brown
- Indicators
- Variation, Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, Brown, Contour, Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, Reverb, Tap, Solo, CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, Panel
- Fx Knob
- Yes
- Aux in
- -10 dBu (20 kohms)
- Mod Button
- Yes
- Ch4 Button
- Yes
- Ch3 Button
- Yes
- Ch2 Button
- Yes
- Tap Button
- Yes
- Bass Knob
- Yes
- Booster Knob
- Yes
- Mod Knob
- Yes
- Return in
- -10 dBu (100 kohms)
- Gain Knob
- Yes
- Delay Knob
- Yes
- Variation Button
- Yes
- Treble Knob
- Yes
- Reverb Button
- Yes
- Panel Button
- Yes
- Solo Button
- Yes
- Master Knob
- Yes
- Contour Button
- Yes
- Middle Knob
- Yes
- Ch1 Button
- Yes
