With Katana Gen 3, the acclaimed BOSS stage amplifier series evolves to take your guitar ambitions to the next level. New Tube Logic enhancements enrich the core platform with even greater sound, feel, and response, including an expressive Pushed amp character that edge-of-breakup fans will love. The BOSS Tone Studio app has also been updated, making your remote amp and effects editing workflow more intuitive than ever. Loaded with inspiring tone tools and diverse connectivity options, Katana Gen 3 is your indispensable centerpiece for studio recording, live performance, and daily practice.

The compact Katana Head Gen 3 features 100 watts of Class AB power, a unique Bloom option derived from the flagship Katana Artist Gen 3, and an onboard 5-inch speaker for practice and checking tones.

Main Features

Third-generation Katana amplifier with evolved Tube Logic sound and expressiveness

Stage-ready 100-watt amp head with a built-in 5-inch practice speaker

Six amp characters—including the newly developed Pushed type—plus a selectable variation for each

Five independent effects sections: Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, and Reverb

Bloom switch engages a dedicated circuit that revoices the amp’s feel and response

Three-way Contour for shaping the overall tonal color

Three Cabinet Resonance options: Vintage, Modern, and Deep

Eight Tone Setting memories for storing all amp and effect settings

Power Control for achieving cranked-amp tone and response at low volumes

Updated BOSS Tone Studio app (Windows/macOS) for remote editing from a computer or mobile device

Download and share Katana sounds on BOSS Tone Exchange

Compatible with sounds created on previous stage-class Katana models

Versatile Connectivity

8-ohm speaker jack

Power Amp In for preamps, modelers, and multi-effects

Stereo Expand function to link with a second Katana amp

Send/return loop for external pedals

Stereo headphones jack, line output, and USB output with IR-based cabinet sound

Record and play tracks in music production software on a computer or mobile device* via a USB-C®

MIDI input for advanced remote control

*Compatibility with all third-party devices and software is not guaranteed. An upcoming firmware update will provide generic driver support.

Expansion Options

Jacks for up to two footswitches and an expression pedal

Supports the GA-FC and GA-FC EX Foot Controllers for complete stage control

Optional Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (BT-DUAL) for wireless audio playback from a mobile device and remote editing from the BTS app (iOS/Android)