Unleash the power of your performance with the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII, a 100-watt guitar amp head that brings premium sound and unmatched versatility. Embellished with five distinct amp characters and five variations, it provides you with an impressive range of tonal possibilities. On top of that, the myriad of onboard BOSS effects enables you to color your tones in countless ways.

This amp head gives you the freedom to shape your sound with exclusive panel controls, such as the three-way Contour switch and Global EQs. It also offers an adjustable Solo boost with a dedicated delay. To enhance your stage presence, pair it with the Katana Cabinet 212 Waza or your favorite external speaker cabs.

The BOSS Tone Studio allows you to dive into a world of over 60 different effects and customize your sound to your heart's content. With the integrated dual amp support and the ability to connect with a GA-FC or GA-FC EX foot controller, you can create a wide, immersive sound field using stereo effects.

Key Features:

• Delivers 100-watt amplification with enhanced tone and exclusive features
• Five unique amp characters and five variations for diverse tonal options
• Wide range of onboard BOSS effects for coloring your tone
• Exclusive panel controls, including a three-way Contour switch and Global EQs
• Adjustable Solo boost with dedicated delay
• Integrated dual amp support for immersive stereo effects
• BOSS Tone Studio support for detailed customization
• Compatible with external speaker cabs for enhanced stage presence
• Onboard Tone Setting memories for storing and recalling amp and effect settings
• Power Control for achieving cranked-amp tone at low volumes
• Line, USB, and phones/recording outputs with mic'd cabinet emulation for mix-ready amp tones.

Owner's manual

Product specs

FAQs

What are the main tonal characteristics of the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII?

The Boss Katana Artist Head MkII offers a versatile range of tones with its five amp characters, including Clean, Crunch, Lead, Brown, and Acoustic. This allows for sounds from sparkling clean to high-gain lead, suitable for various musical styles.

Does the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII work well with external effects pedals?

Yes, the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII is designed to integrate seamlessly with external effects pedals. It features an effects loop that allows you to connect your favorite pedals and enhance your sound further.

Is the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII suitable for live performances?

Absolutely, the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII is a powerful 100-watt amp head, making it ideal for live performances. Its robust power and tonal versatility ensure it can handle a variety of gigging environments.

What connectivity options does the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII offer?

The Boss Katana Artist Head MkII includes a single input, an effects loop, and a Power Amp In jack for direct connection to preamps or multi-effects units, offering flexible connectivity for different setups.

Can the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII be used for home practice?

Yes, the Boss Katana Artist Head MkII features a Power Control function, allowing you to adjust the output wattage for lower-volume practice at home without sacrificing tone quality.