Boss KATANA-Artist User Manual

This owner’s manual applies to the KATANA-50. KATANA-100,
KATANA-100/212, and KATANA-HEAD.
A
50/100 only
,
100/HEAD only
,
100/HEAD/Artist only
,
HEAD only
,
HEAD/Artist only
, or
Artist only
icon will be used to mark
explanations that pertain only to a specic model.
* All operating methods and panel specications are common
between the KATANA-100 and the KATANA-100/212.
Owner’s Manual
Guitar Amplier
BOSS Guitar Amp “KATANA”
An all-in-one guitar amp that’s ideal for live performance
Main Features
5 Four original amp sounds are provided: a “brown
sound” that’s ideal for rock and inherits an edge
from the BOSS WAZA HEAD, in addition to clean,
crunch, and lead.
5 Simple operation and high-quality BOSS eects
are built-in (three can be used simultaneously). In
addition to simple operation from the amp itself,
you can use the dedicated software to edit the
settings from your PC.
5 The power control function lets you adjust the amp
sound to the desired volume, and standby (MUTE) is
also provided
5 A dedicated acoustic amp that can also be used for
acoustic guitar is built-in as well
5 The combo amp models are equipped
with a cabinet tilt mechanism that
allows easier monitoring while you play
(KATANA-50, KATANA-100, KATANA-100/212)
5 The head amp model is equipped with a small
speaker that allows practicing without requiring a
speaker unit to be connected (KATANA-HEAD)
5 You can connect a GA-FC (except for the KATANA-50)
or FS series footswitch to control functions using
your foot
5 The compact and sturdy cabinets are designed for
easy transport
KATANA-50
KTN-50
50 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker
KATANA-100
KTN-100
100 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker
KATANA-100/212
KTN100/212
100 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker x 2
KATANA-HEAD
KTN-HEAD
100 W output, 12 cm (5 inch) speaker
KATANA-Artist
KTN-Artist
100 W output, 30 cm (12 inch) speaker
KATANA-50
KATANA-100
KATANA-100/212
KATANA-HEAD
KATANA-Artist

Boss KATANA-Artist Specifications

General

Amplifier Type	Solid State
Power Output	100 W
EQ	3-band EQ (Bass, Middle, Treble)
Construction Material	Wood Cabinet
Speaker	1 x 12" Waza Speaker
Effects	Reverb, Delay, Modulation
Controls	Gain, Volume, Master, EQ
Inputs	1 x 1/4" (Guitar), 1 x 1/8" (Aux)
Outputs	1 x 1/4" (Line Out)
USB	1 x Type B
Power Control	Yes (0.5W, 50W, 100W)
Weight	41 lbs
Channels	5 (Acoustic, Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown)

Summary

Using the Unit Safely

Fire, Electric Shock, or Injury Prevention

Essential Safety Precautions

Lists crucial safety precautions and warnings for operating the unit correctly.

Power and Settings Management

Turning Power On/Off

Step-by-step instructions for safely powering the amplifier on and off.

Restoring Factory Settings

Using the Effects

Effect Selection and Adjustment

Instructions on selecting and adjusting the built-in effects.

Dedicated Software for Effects

Main Specifications

Model Specifications Comparison

Comparative specifications for KATANA-50, KATANA-100, KATANA-100/212, and KATANA-HEAD models.

KATANA-Artist Specifications

Detailed specifications for the KATANA-Artist guitar amplifier model.