FLAGSHIP TONES, CRAFTED FOR PRO PLAYERS
Katana amps have received worldwide acclaim for their authentic tube tone and feel, onboard BOSS effects, and exceptional value. The flagship Katana-Artist combo takes Katana performance to new heights, offering all the latest series features along with numerous refinements tailored for the needs of professional players. Outfitted with a premium 12-inch Waza speaker, semi-closed cabinet, newly retuned amp characters, and much more, the 100-watt Katana-Artist is a powerhouse tone machine for all types of music, from blues, jazz, and country to the heaviest rock styles.
Katana Version 4: New Effects and Katana MkII Expansion Support
The Katana Version 4 update brings some great new features derived from the next-generation Katana MkII series. Heavy Octave, Stereo Delay, and Pan Delay effects have been added, along with a dedicated Pedal FX section that makes it easier to set up foot-controlled wah and pedal bend. In addition, a Katana-Artist or other 100-watt Katana model can now be used as a slave amp with the Katana MkII’s powerful Stereo Expand feature, allowing you to create wide, expansive tones with stereo-compatible effects distributed across both amps.
Features:
- 5 distinct amp voicings: Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown (derived from the BOSS Waza amp), and Acoustic (for acoustic-electric guitar)
- Variation switch increases the total number of core amp tones to 10
- 3-way Contour toggle allows you to tame or enhance midrange characteristics
- 3 Global EQ presets (available within editor software) allow you to tone stack amp response
- Adjustable Solo boost increases output for lead work
- 60 timeless BOSS effects, accessible from the BOSS Tone Studio
- Variable Power Control allows you to achieve cranked-amp tone at lower volume levels
- Use the BOSS Tone Studio editor software to customize your effects and amp settings
- Effects Loop allows you to add effects pedals after the preamp section
- Power Amp In brings uncolored amplification to your external modelers and preamps
- Speaker output jacks for connecting external speaker cabinet (2 x 16 ohm, 1 x 8 ohm)
- Stereo Expand switch for single-cable stereo operation across two Katanas
- 5-pin MIDI input for integration with MIDI footswitches
- Full GA-FC foot controller support