Detail 01
Six amp models with variations
Each of the six listed amp models has a selectable variation.
Product detailSKU #1500000415837
BOSSKatana Gen 3 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amplifier - Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The 50W Katana Gen 3 pairs a custom 12-inch speaker with six amp models—Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, and Brown—and a selectable variation for each. Its onboard booster, modulation, FX, delay, and reverb sections provide a hands-on starting point, while BOSS Tone Studio opens access to more than 60 effects and deeper editing. Power Control offers 0.5W, Half, and Full settings, making the same amp usable for daily practice, recording, rehearsal, and performance at different output levels.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Daily practice where the 0.5W Power Control setting is useful.
- Studio recording and playback through the USB-C connection.
- Players building and organizing custom sounds with BOSS Tone Studio.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Setups that require more than the amp's two onboard channels.
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
50W Power Control
The amp offers 0.5W, Half, and Full power settings.
Detail 03
Two channels
Channel switching is limited to the amp's two onboard channels.
Detail 04
3-band EQ
Bass, middle, and treble controls are provided for tone adjustment.
Detail 05
USB-C and stereo headphones/recording output
These connections support direct recording, playback, and headphone use.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Wireless audio playback and mobile-app control require the optional BOSS Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adapter.
- 02BOSS Tone Studio provides the deeper effect, resonance, EQ, cabinet-response, and Live Set editing tools.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What amp models are available?
Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, and Brown are available, each with a selectable variation.
02Can I practice with headphones?
Yes. It has a stereo 1/4-inch headphones/recording output.
03How many effects are available in Tone Studio?
BOSS Tone Studio provides access to more than 60 BOSS effects types.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsSound
- EQ
- 3-band EQ
- Effects
- Booster, mod, FX, delay, reverb
- Speaker
- 1x 12 inch custom
- Power
- 50W (.5W/half/full power settings)
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Footswitch 1 O
- 1 x 1/4 inch (channel, solo), 1 x 1/4 inch (EXP pedal)
- Power Switch
- Yes
1 detailsPlayability
- Neck Shape
- U
2 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Type
- Solid state combo amp
3 detailsConnections & power
- USB
- 1 x USB-C
- Power Amp in
- 1 x 1/4 inch
- Input
- 1 x 1/4 inch instrument
3 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions Wxdxh
- 18.563 inch x 9.375 inch x 15.688 inch
- Weight
- 25
- Dimensions
- 18.563 inch x 9.375 inch x 15.688 inch
5 detailsOther
- Number of Channels
- 2
- Aux
- 1 x 1/8 inch stereo
- Bluetooth Adapter Slot
- Yes
- Amp Models
- Acoustic, Clean, Pushed, Crunch, Lead, Brown
- Headphones Recording Out
- 1 x 1/4 inch stereo
