Boss KATANA-100 Mk II User Manual

This Owner’s Manual applies to the KATANA-50 Mk II. KATANA-100 Mk II,
KATANA-100/212 Mk II, KATANA-HEAD Mk II, and KATANA-Artist Mk II.
Explanations for specic models are distinguished by an icon
(example:
100/212, HEAD only
).
Owner’s Manual
Guitar Amplier
KATANA-50 Mk II
KTN-50 2
50 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker
KATANA-100 Mk II
KTN-100 2
100 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker
KATANA-100/212 Mk II
KTN-212 2
100 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker x 2
KATANA-HEAD Mk II
KTN-HEAD 2
100 W output, 12 cm (5 inch) speaker
KATANA-50 Mk II
KATANA-100 Mk II
KATANA-100/212 Mk II
KATANA-HEAD Mk II
KATANA-Artist Mk II
KTN-ART 2
100 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker
KATANA-Artist Mk II

Boss KATANA-100 Mk II Specifications

General

Power Output	100W
Reverb	Yes
Speaker	1 x 12" Custom Speaker
Amplifier Models	5 (Acoustic, Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown)
Effects	Booster/Modulation, Delay/FX, Reverb
Weight	14.8 kg (32 lbs 11 oz)
Footswitch	Optional (GA-FC, FS-5L, FS-6, FS-7)
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (instrument), 1 x 1/8" (aux in)

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

General Safety Warnings and Precautions

Essential safety instructions to prevent fire, electric shock, or injury during use.

Location and Environmental Guidelines

Rules for safe placement and avoiding adverse environmental conditions.

Handling and Usage Restrictions

Guidelines on preventing damage, ensuring proper operation, and avoiding hazards.

Important Notes and Precautions

General Handling and Power Cord Safety

Precautions for handling power cords, plugs, and general unit safety.

Power Supply and Electrical Considerations

Guidance on connecting to power outlets and potential electrical interferences.

Placement and Environmental Factors

Advice on optimal placement to avoid damage and interference.

Maintenance and Repairs

Instructions for cleaning, repairs, and data backup.

Panel Descriptions

Top Panel Layout and Controls

Overview of the top panel layout and descriptions of key controls.

Top Panel Controls (Continued)

Further descriptions of top panel controls like TONE SETTING and TONE SHAPE.

Rear Panel Layout and Connections

Overview of the rear panel layout and descriptions of various jacks.

Rear Panel Connections (Continued)

Detailed descriptions of rear panel jacks like USB, AUX IN, and FOOT CONTROL.

Connecting Footswitches and GA-FC

Instructions for connecting footswitches and the GA-FC controller.

Using the Effects

Effect Types and Assignments

Details on the five types of effects and their default assignments.

Adjusting Effect Depth

How to select and adjust the depth of various effects.

Dedicated Software for Effects

Information on using dedicated software for downloading and editing effects.

Main Specifications

Model-Specific Specifications

Detailed specifications including power output, input levels, and controls for each model.

Connectors and Indicators

List of all available connectors and indicators for each model.

Power Consumption, Dimensions, and Weight

Technical data on power usage, physical size, and weight.