Boss Katana - 50 Gen 3 1x12 Combo - 50 Watts, 12" Speaker

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  • Regular price $299.00


The Boss Katana 50 has been our store's top-selling 1x12 Combo for nearly a decade now. These are back from Boss; with a new host of GEN 3 features, that improves upon the general operation, overall tone, and flexibility. These are by far the best sounding generation of the Boss Katana series amplifiers. 

This Boss Katana 50 Gen 3 1x12 50 Watt Combo is brought to you by BCR Music & Sound, Central PA's #1 location for guitar shopping, repairs and lessons. We'll pack and ship this amp with care, and generally ship all packages with 1 business day of purchase. We also offer local pickup on all orders. Please feel free to contact us with any questions :)

Main Features:
Third-generation Katana amplifier with evolved Tube Logic sound and expressiveness

Stage-ready 50-watt combo amp with a custom 12-inch speaker

Six amp characters—including the newly developed Pushed type—plus a selectable variation for each

Five independent effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb

Four Tone Setting memories for storing all amp and effect settings

Power Control for achieving cranked-amp tone and response at low volumes

Updated Boss Tone Studio app (Windows/macOS) for remote editing from a computer or mobile device

Download and share Katana sounds on BOSS Tone Exchange

Compatible with sounds created on previous stage-class Katana models

Versatile Connectivity
Power Amp In for preamps, modelers, and multi-effects

Stereo headphones jack and USB output with IR-based cabinet sound

Record/playback tracks in music production software on a computer or mobile device* via a USB-C®

*Compatibility with all third-party devices and software is not guaranteed.

Expansion Options
Jacks for up to two footswitches and an expression pedal

Optional Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (BT-DUAL) for wireless audio playback from a mobile device and remote editing from the BTS app (iOS/Android)

BOSS Tone Studio
Newly updated interface for a more intuitive workflow

Customize the onboard effects with over 60 premium BOSS types

Detailed amp and effect editing tools, including deep parameter controls, effect order, and more

Three Cabinet Resonance options: Vintage, Modern, and Deep

Customize the IR-based cabinet sound for the headphones and USB recording outputs

Three Contour settings and multiple EQs for shaping the overall tone

Save and organize Livesets for different playing applications



Key Updates:

Amplify External Modelers
Along with its self-contained operation, Katana-50 Gen 3 is also a great monitor for an external setup such as a direct-to-PA pedalboard. Simply connect to the Power Amp In jack to bypass the Katana preamp and use the reactive Class AB power section to amplify any modeler or external preamp.

Get Connected
Katana-50 Gen 3 includes connectivity to meet every need. Plug in headphones to practice quietly with stereo sound. And record to your favorite music software on computers and mobile devices over USB-C. All audio outputs feature IR-based cabinet sound for great direct tone, with three Air Feel types and two customizable settings in BOSS Tone Studio.  

This product qualifies for FREE SHIPPING! The instrument shown in the photos is of the actual instrument offered for sale! We'll double-inspect and play-test, professionally pack with care, and ship this instrument within 1 business day, and most cases, the same day if the order is placed by 2pm EST.