Boss KATANA-Artist 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-Artist Mk II Specifications

General

Power	100W
Speaker Size	12 inches
Reverb	Yes
Footswitch I/O	1 x 1/4" (footswitch)
Footswitch Included	No
Guitar Amplifier	Yes
Type	Solid State
Effects	Yes
EQ	3-band EQ
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (instrument)
Outputs	1 x 1/4" (line out)
USB	Yes

Summary

BOSS Guitar Amplifier Owner's Manual

Product Lineup and Scope

Using the Unit Safely

Safety Notices and Symbols

Explains WARNING/CAUTION notices and universal safety symbols used throughout the manual.

General Safety Precautions

Covers essential safety guidelines for power, placement, environmental conditions, and usage.

Specific Usage Warnings

Details risks related to foreign objects, liquids, smoke, impact, and environmental hazards.

Child Safety and Electrical Safety

Emphasizes adult supervision and electrical safety practices.

Important Notes and Precautions

Power Cord Handling and Safety

Provides guidance on safely disconnecting, routing, and handling power cords.

Safe Usage and Environmental Practices

Power Supply, Placement, and Maintenance

Panel Descriptions: Top Panel Controls

Amplifier and Equalizer Controls

Explains the AMP TYPE, GAIN, VOLUME, BASS, MIDDLE, and TREBLE controls.

Effect Controls and Depth Adjustment

Describes the BOOSTER, MOD, FX, DELAY, TAP, and REVERB effect controls.

Master, Presence, and Power Controls

Panel Descriptions: Tone and System Features

Tone Settings and Bank Management

Panel Descriptions: Rear Panel Overview

Rear Panel Connectivity Ports

Details the various input and output jacks on the rear panel.

Panel Descriptions: Rear Panel Connections

Panel Descriptions: Pedals and System Operations

Power On/Off and Factory Reset Procedures

Details the correct sequence for powering the unit and restoring factory settings.

Using the Effects

Effect Types and Depth Control

Main Specifications: Model Comparison

Power Output and Input Level Comparison

Control and Feature Set Comparison

Main Specifications: Detailed Breakdown

Connector and Indicator Specifications

Physical Specifications and Accessories