Item Reviews for: Boss Katana KTN50 Guitar Amplifier  -  BOS KTN50 LIST
Boss Katana KTN50 Guitar Amplifier
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Great Solid State Beginner amp with great effects

By: Mike      Submitted: 4/12/2020

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Product Rating Product Review I love this amp. The ease of use out of the box and it's connectivity to my PC are the two best features. The ability to select between 5watt, 25watt and 50watt power levels is ideal for me. Once I have the effects and tone levels set on the amp, I'm on the 25watt power setting for day time practice. Once the wife goes to bed I simply change the setting to 5watt and keep jamming. As a beginner I'm only using the acoustic and clean channels only. They both sound great.
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The amp sounds great

By: robert c spurrell      Submitted: 3/12/2020

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Product Review I like all the diffent tone settings.I also enjoy the effects on this amp.The brown setting is my favorite.I would recommend this to anyone for this price point.Its also light weight and very easy to use,
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Versatile

By: Rich S.      Submitted: 3/12/2020

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Product Review Sounds great but it will take time. If you’re not computer savvy and don’t want to take the time to invest in creating good patches, it may not be the amp for you however, if you invest some time, it’s an amazing amp.
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Not sure if it’s what everyone says it is.

By: Matt      Submitted: 3/4/2020

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Product Review I had been on the fence for a while about trying a Katana and when AMS had the 50w on sale I jumped on it. I was so excited to get this amp because of all the amazing videos and reviews of the Katana line. Well yesterday it came in, I rushed home after work, tore open the box plugged in ready to melt my face off and meh it’s not really that good. I tried for three hours to get decent tone, clean or overdrive. I tried every knob, button and combo of the two with nothing but thin boxy sounds. With enough tweaking I finally got a passable chorus clean but nothing great. I am a metal player, always have been always will be and this amp is just not for me. I’m not sure how all the Youtubers we’re getting such amazing tones but don’t buy the hype, it’s really a overpriced beginner bedroom amp. I’ve been playing for about 20 years with small breaks here and there so I know how to dial in a tone and this amp just will not do it. I’m going to give it one more try tonight with hopes that I was just tired and maybe missed something. In 100% honesty I like my Line 6 spider v MUCH better than the Katana for jamming around the house.
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nice little amp for recording ! great clean sound and nice crunch

By: Gary P      Submitted: 2/13/2020

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Product Review nice little amp for recording ! great clean sound and nice crunch
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Boss Kantana KTN-50 Awesome Practice Amp

By: Vitomart      Submitted: 2/12/2020

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Product Review I just purchased this amp about 3 weeks ago based on extensive research and read reviews. Amp has tremendous power for such a small platform. I really am impressed with the ease of use. This is from a person who has never owned an amp with such a great variety of effects. I am learning as I go, but the documentation that accompanied the amp along with on-Line support and tips makes the journey a load of fun! I am blown away with features of the amp and discover something new every time I play on it. I bought this amp to allow me to practice at home with both my acoustic and electric guitars and couldn’t be more pleased with my choice. I play in my local church praise and worship band so I use practice tracks to play along with and the amp allows me to amplify both the tracks and my guitars simultaneously which really enhances my practice sessions. A big shout out to my sales representative Daniel for helping work out the details as well as offer great recommendations in my purchase. AMS has a great staff, excellent pricing, added warranty, and unbelievable free shipping. You can’t make a bad decision working with them.
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Very Impressive Amp!!

By: John      Submitted: 12/26/2019

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Product Review when it first arrived I was a little disappointed with the sound I had made all the adjustments just like on my other amps,so I decided to check out some videos on this great little Amp. Come to find out the knobs can be a little deceiving as you change there setting they do more then one thing so after paying closer attention to what I was changing and how much I changed them the sounds came to life!! no longer disappointed and the KTN50 is now my go to practice amp. I will admit I have not used it on the 50 watt mode yet. I am mainly using the 1/2 watt and it is still plenty loud for jamming to tunes in my studio. for the money you can't beat this amp very Impressive !! I also purchased the volume pedal is a nice addition for matching volume levels. you can play anything from an A/E acoustic to heavy metal on this bad boy get yours while there in stock!! and as always AMS is the best!!! Thanks AMS very happy with my purchase
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I can afford the big sound

By: Ken Moore      Submitted: 12/26/2019

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Product Review Tried a few amps but they always came up short. This time, I studied, inquired and researched everything from AMS to YouTube reviews of this unit. Impressed and hungry to take this unit to it's limits. Nothing short of phenomenal. BOSS Katana KTN50, BIG CHOICE WITH BIG RESULTS.
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Better than most

By: Christopher      Submitted: 12/10/2019

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Product Review This amp is simply amazing to say the least! I can dial in just about any tone I’ve ever wanted right from the amp! The settings are simple to use, and combinations are also easily molded. This amp is also very legitimate for use in small gigs, or large if ran through a mic. Awesome amp especially for the cheap price!!
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Very versatile and loud

By: Josh      Submitted: 12/10/2019

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Product Review Great amp for practice and home recording. I've not gigged with it but it's definitely loud enough and I love the ability to change the wattage. Downloading the Boss app and assigning different effects makes it extremely versatile.
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Very versatile, can dial in so many different tones.

By: Brock      Submitted: 11/25/2019

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Product Review Very versatile, can dial in so many different tones. Greatest amp for the price ever.
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Amazing amp for the price!

By: Cameron Larson      Submitted: 11/6/2019

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Product Review Amazing amp for the price!
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Can be loud, play tones from all genres,PC tone studio makes it incredibly versatile

By: Chris      Submitted: 10/29/2019

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Product Review Love this amp, I am a relatively new guitarist (playing 10 months now) and this amp was onmy list for a while. It can get great metal tones which I love to play and also great blues, clean, etc tones. I love that it’s lightweight and easy to operate the panel. Highly recommend the PC boss tone studio software, the fine tuning is endless with the settings offered there. More effects, more dialing than is offered on panel, can download user made sound patches and run them through the amp. 5/5 from me
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Many features in a sizeable box

By: Japhet      Submitted: 10/6/2019

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Product Review Many tones available and accessible via the USB connection. Love the watts options and on board controls
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Versatile Value

By: Brian S.      Submitted: 9/29/2019

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Product Review They say you get what you pay for, however with the Boss Katana KTN50 you get a whole lot more. This product provides you with a plethora of tonal possibilities in a compact package and the power to make yourself heard. Right out of the box this amp sounds good, but as you become familiar with the features this amp sounds great. The 5 amp types provide the user with a solid starting base to create your tone and by using the amps equalizer and effects controls allows the user to fine tune. The Boss effects, included in the amp, don't disappoint and can be changed or customized via USB interface with your computer and downloading the program listed in the manual. The manual is easy to understand and explains all the product features in a to the point manner. The bottom line is this amp will meet the needs of the beginner and advanced guitarist without breaking your bank or your back. I would recommend purchasing the optional footswitch to allow switching from channel "A" to channel "B" for increased versatility, but other than that, plug in and start jamming.
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Lightweight but packed full of features!

By: Matthew Picket      Submitted: 9/27/2019

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Product Review Just had back surgery. Was carrying a tube head, 2x12 cab, and large pedalboard. I am now carrying a 25 lb amp and small pedalboard. Crazy thing is how great it sounds and how much control you have using tone studio. Add the FS6 and I have four presets on the fly. Thanks Roland!
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Well built solid

By: Shooter      Submitted: 9/26/2019

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Product Review This amp rocks it's solid well made I like how everything is easy to dial in and loud and clear
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this thing rocks i got it because i have the katana air but wanted something bigger but similar

By: john      Submitted: 9/23/2019

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Product Review i like being able to change wattage so i can play low at night or louder during the day
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Great amp for beginners

By: Steve      Submitted: 8/29/2019

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Product Review This is my first amp that wasn't a starter pack amp. I love this thing it has so many options for different tones. I highly reccomend downloading boss tone studio so you can download addition patches for even more sounds.
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Best Bang for Your Buck

By: BP Brown      Submitted: 8/28/2019

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Product Review Not only is this amp light and loud, it's fun. This would be a great amp for a beginner or intermediate player that isn't ready to invest in a lot of pedals. Because it has so many different tone options just to play around with you can find the sound you like best before taking the next step up. I'm still noodling with it, but I like it, I like it a lot.
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Powerful amp

By: Ev McCulloch      Submitted: 8/6/2019

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Product Review I have never owned an amp before and this amp was very easy to figure out. It sounds amazing. There are several effects built in which sound very good. I love the USB port to be able to record guitar straight to a computer. Great amp for an awesome price!
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Ease of use

By: Tim A      Submitted: 7/19/2019

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Product Review This amp kicks a##! I absolutely love the sound. You really can do allot with this amp and the boss tone software. If you're on the fence about buying it just do it! You won't regret it
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I LOVE THIS AMP!!!

By: Trey      Submitted: 7/15/2019

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Product Review This is the ONLY solid state amplifier that I own and IT IS AWESOME! I own a lot of old boss effects pedals and with this amp I don’t need them. With the usb connection to pc and boss tone central this amp can emulate ANY tone. With the “acoustic “ channel I play my acoustic guitars and it just sounds great. Really digging the attenuation control as well. Almost sounds 100% tube driven. Lightweight, loud and feature packed. Way to go boss!
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designed wrong

By: famosamos      Submitted: 7/11/2019

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Product Review Knobs are in the wrong place. whoever designed this should have their rear-end kicked. Stupid place to put them. I use an amp with the knobs in the same place & On stage you have to walk around the amp to adjust the knobs. This is a hassle. I'm sure this is a good amp, I have an older BOSS with the knobs on the front it is a great amp. I recommend this only because BOSS makes great products
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All around perfect. Insane value.

By: Thomas      Submitted: 6/24/2019

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Product Review This amp surprised me when it came to the clean tones. Smooth, clear, and glassy. Fear not the brand name if you’re a single coil guy, the Katana nails all of it. It can achieve cleans that rival my $1,500 AC30. It can deliver authentic blues tones. The brown setting is ideal for you 80s metal guys, but after some tweaking I was able to dial in a VERY true KVLT black metal tone. The amp itself looks sleek, compact, and is lightweight. Volume tests insured an eviction warning from my apartment management. Falling down the stairs test went well. No noticeable scratches or chipping.... Still awaiting results for the lava submersion reaction tests. Updates coming soon.
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Nice amp!

By: Jason H.      Submitted: 6/18/2019

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Product Review The Boss Katana 50 has what you need for at home practice or small gigs, larger gigs if you mic it. Great sounds out of the box and access to many more you can load in. One of the most "tube-like" solid state amps. I dig it.
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Nice Amp!!

By: Ron      Submitted: 6/12/2019

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Product Review The sound is so good..It even made my Wife turn her head, and that really means something to me!! I love this Amp!!
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Great little amp!!!!

By: L Spencer      Submitted: 6/6/2019

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Product Review Excellent 50 watts. Has a lot of bells and whistles. It does everything I need it to do....from acoustic to electric to recording straight into my laptop. Absolutely wonderful!!!!!! The price is great and AMS is the best!!!!!
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Loud and versatile

By: Al gil de lamadrid      Submitted: 6/5/2019

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Product Review Amp sounds amazing. It is loud in the 25 watt setting. the effects work well and are easy to use. Software to customize is easy to use.
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A lot of Amplifier for a Low Price

By: Joel      Submitted: 6/3/2019

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Product Review Excellent sound and quality. Great for practicing at low volume.
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This amp is all you need to get started playing guitar. Perfect for intermediate players also.

By: Scott N.      Submitted: 5/28/2019

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Product Review I jumped on the chance to get this amp when I was sent a message from AMS stating this amp was going to be able to be bought for four pmnts.,and no credit check- Perfect for me. I recd'it 3 days after ordering,fast! I am pleased. I've been noodling around for 3 days straight. This amp is certainly everything all the reviews say it is!.Also, I recd' professional help from Chad This was a pleasant transaction. I will surely purchase gear in the future.
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For the money This is the coolest little amp

By: Isy Martin jr      Submitted: 5/6/2019

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Product Review Absolutely wonderful for purchasing your musical instruments and supplies. Good on them without them, this amp is all I need for my church services
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Great versatile amp

By: MPL      Submitted: 5/6/2019

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Product Review Great little amp. Loud as hell lol. Very versatile lots of programming options very light weight. You really can’t go wrong for the price. My only complaint is the open back design. I know some people love open back but me personally I don’t like it. It sometimes too bright for my taste. However,I would still recommend this amp.
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The real deal

By: Thurman Deane      Submitted: 4/27/2019

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Product Review The Katana is truly awesome! I’ve owned the fender champion 100 and a fender acoustosonic 90 and this amp blows both of those out of the water. So many different tones and volume is excellent...very giggable for smaller venues!
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Great Amp!

By: Dolan      Submitted: 4/26/2019

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Product Review I was looking for something to use in the living room and a gig if needed. This amp delivers.
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Super Fantastic Amp, Love it !

By: Irish      Submitted: 4/10/2019

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Product Review This Boss Katana is unbelievable ! Purchased a Line 6 IV 75 a month before and it was ok, but not what I was looking for, so I thought I would take a chance, and get the Boss, I plugged it in and to my surprise it blew me away, the clarity and tone along with all the features are unbelievable, not to mention the effects.. If you are on the bubble about buying this amp, think no more and order it, you won't be disappointed... Thanks AMS for the great service Fast and free and the best friendly..............................................
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I LOVE BOSS

By: LWN      Submitted: 4/5/2019

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Product Review My new favorite, I mean favorite awesome, amp. Worth every penny and more.
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I love this thing

By: John Troy      Submitted: 4/5/2019

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Product Review I could not be happier with this amp! I wanted something I could use in my living room without disturbing my neighbors and without compromising on the tones I’m looking for - mission accomplished!
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Great amp for the price

By: William C      Submitted: 3/26/2019

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Product Review The Katana 50 is a great amp for my purposes. I’m a at home player only and the Katana makes a great practice amp.
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Perfect for my needs!Q

By: Ted Obrecht      Submitted: 3/5/2019

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Product Review It arrived promptly and was well packed. I did a lot of homework and it didn’t disappoint. All of the effects are super clean. I’m kind of a Luddite when it come to effects. My last amp came witho bells and whistles but this amp has all I need and more. After a month, I’m still learning, but the downloaded software helps. I bought it because of the variable wattage and light weight for arriving to gigs. I recommend a foot pedal for live playing. It would have been nice to include Bluetooth connectivity, but my wire is long enough to reach my iPhone for backing/jam track. Perfect for apartment and club level volumes. I’m thrilled. I can even sell my acoustic amp!
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Great amp at a great price

By: Yamil      Submitted: 3/5/2019

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Product Review Before this amp I had a Fender Frontman 10g and this is a huge step up. I occasionally bring this to jam with friends and it can be heard clearly. I've used it in a small church I volunteer at and it can be heard over drums, keys, voice, and any other instrument, even on the 25 watt setting. Its great for practice and gigging alike and it does not give me any problems.
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Awesome

By: Buddy      Submitted: 3/5/2019

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Product Review Loud and lots of tones
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great-sounding amp

By: tronus53      Submitted: 3/5/2019

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Product Review This thing is loud, & has some really usable features, like the 3 FX's, that each have several options. And, it's lighter than my Bugera V5 tube amp...
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Absolutely a win!

By: M. Thee      Submitted: 2/23/2019

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Product Review I was looking for something small that had a reasonable black face sound and some effects, drive channel etc. I watched a lot of reviews and comparisons and figured for the price I'd give it a shot. I couldn't be happier. It really delivers the most tube like dynamics and feel I have tried in a fairly priced modeler combo. The clean channel is superb and makes you play like you would have to on an actual tube amp. Not as easily forgiving as a regular modeler type amp but still has some warmth and a very "real" feel and sound. Drive channels are super. On board effects are great with just a few knobs to tweak to get a great sound which is great for a minimalist like me. Or you can access and configure EVERYTHING via your computer and the USB connector/online software. Absolutely a win! I am very happy with this purchase.
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"Not as great as I hoped

By: Tom Mathis      Submitted: 2/20/2019

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Product Review It will not give you a clean sound with volume. If you use distortion all of the time, you would like this one.
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An amazing amp

By: Cmoore      Submitted: 2/16/2019

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Product Review I've been playing guitar for over 40 years and have used every type of amp out there and although this is a solid state amp it is my favorite ever! The response and nuances are mind blowing.Try one. My only drawback is there isn't a footpedal that allows you to control the effects. The speaker sounds fantastic and the variety of tone is commendable!
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Great all around amp

By: Robby quick      Submitted: 2/4/2019

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Product Review This thing is great. For tge price you get access to so many sounds and great clean tones.
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Very confident with my choice

By: Angel Marengo      Submitted: 2/4/2019

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Product Review I’m an absolute beginner when it comes to guitar stuff. That being said I did my research to find out how to get a quality setup without breaking the bank. I’d heard raving reviews of this amp and I gotta say, they couldn’t be more right! This amp is amazing!! The built in presets are just what I need to get me started. Couldn’t recommend it any more
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Loud

By: Angelo Tirella      Submitted: 1/30/2019

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Product Review Great sound, great effects..... power options a major plus
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Awesome amp

By: Stephen Comer      Submitted: 1/26/2019

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Product Review Awesome amp. I love the tones you can get from it. Also the effects are easy to use and there are so many of them. Best amp I have ever owned and would put it up there with the Libe 6 amps I have played.
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The only practice amp you need !

By: Andrew      Submitted: 1/23/2019

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Product Review I'd heard good things about the Boss Katana line so I wanted to check it for myself. I can say that Boss have done it again! Solid effects, nice clean tones and even the option to use the amp at 0.5 watts, 20 watts and 50 watts . Even on the lower settings you dont lose clarity and still sounds great . Its not to heavy to transport and has plenty of external features to boot . I've played various guitars through it and they all sound great through it . Recommended and more than happy with it.
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Great little amp !

By: Pickin' & Grinnin'      Submitted: 1/21/2019

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Product Review I brought it for a knock-around practice amp, well... the tones are awsome and It's loud enough for gigs .... all in a 25 lbs package ?!! ...... You can't find a better amp for the money.
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Great Amp

By: Russell Crowe      Submitted: 1/10/2019

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Product Review I bought this to use as a practice amp and it works wonderfully for that. Great tones for a solid state amp. Tons of effects options that can be changed through the software. Easy and super simple to use. I've played a couple smaller gigs with this amp on occasion when my tube amp was overkill. By small -- basically a school gym. The 50 watt will get fairly loud in an enclosed space. Great, great practice amp though.
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Everything I was looking for in an amplifier.

By: Tim Ingle      Submitted: 1/5/2019

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Product Review Great looking and sounding amp..with plenty of volume and great tone.
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Wow! It’s all true!!

By: Elias      Submitted: 1/5/2019

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Product Review I’ve research this amp along with it others in same catergory and above, all the reviews where so compelling towards the Boss katana, it seemed that no matter which Boss Katana I would pick I would whip in a good place. So I did, and I’ve been so happy and so impressed!!! For the price, I cannot believe the sound quality and the options. It definitely lives up to the hype, I would recommend the Boss Katana! I cannot wait to try the Boss Next amp, and of course with American Musical supply and the easy options to buy i will!! I love it, and I love this companies.
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I love it

By: Johnny Cole      Submitted: 12/27/2018

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Product Review Great awesome sounding and affordable
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Best features for the money

By: Waltguy      Submitted: 12/27/2018

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Product Review I'm a pro musician who's college-age son wanted a "real" amp of his own. After comparing Fender, Marshall, Orange and a few others, I thought the Boss was the best "bang fort the buck" and as of Christmas morning, our son thinks so too!
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Better than I expected.

By: Jordan      Submitted: 12/23/2018

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Product Review Awesome little amp, I couldn't believe the tone and options. It really comes to life after you hook up to the boss tone studio on your computer. I highly recommend anyone from beginner to pro.
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Awesome Amp And Value

By: gdawg7      Submitted: 12/5/2018

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Product Review I have only had the amp a week and I have not had a chance to play it much but when I have played it I really like it a lot. This amp was an upgrade from my Acoustic 20 watt amp . I think I will be keeping this amp forever. I have had a few Peavey's the bandit and vyper series but I feel like this Boss amp will be the boss. I have a friend who can't wait to see it and hear it and I'm sure he will buy one. The only complaint is no foot switch included but I think you can buy one from $30 to $60. Boss has 2 or 3 year warranty on the amps plus one year free extended from ams. Just buy one today!
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Whoa is this thing LOUD!

By: George Zlotnicki III      Submitted: 11/27/2018

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Product Review Whew! Tones are killer. LOUDEST 50w amp in existence. I don’t think I’ve even had to turn it to 50w yet actually. Being able to select the watt output is a nice feature. The manual could be more in depth, but it’s easy enough to figure out just messing with it for about 15 mins. Killer amp. Would buy again!
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Amazing small amp!

By: Marc Patterson      Submitted: 11/13/2018

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Product Review Punchy, Responsive, not your everyday modeling amp! Amazing for the money.
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It's ok for what it is...

By: Paul Yacobellis      Submitted: 11/7/2018

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Product Review It's ok for a small amp. I probably would'nt use it for serious gigging....but....for playing at home....and at church once a week....it'll probably be useful.
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VSTPlugins Killer

By: Austin      Submitted: 11/6/2018

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Product Review Over the past 10 years I’ve used quite a few software Software programs. Logic Cubase, live and ProTools but none of their vst amp and pedal boards compare to the sound I get with this amplifier. They don’t have the Bite, warmth are just Realness. This amplifier sounds amazing! What’s really great, boss makes the best effect pedals but with this amp you don’t need to buy them.The ones you would typically want to buy are built right into the amplifier. There’s a direct output that sends the exact singnal to what ever your recording device is.You can also go to boss website and download more effects via usb built into the amp. The sound of this amp makes me want to play more.
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its a steal of deal

By: CSX2000      Submitted: 11/6/2018

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Product Review I bought one after buying a Kantana 100 on AMS. I got sold on the panel setup and decided I had room for the 50 as well. Simple to setup and use. Still more power than I will ever need. Less features than the 100 but still a great Amp. I wish I had one of these as my first Amp!
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Best value in amps today

By: Jason B.      Submitted: 10/5/2018

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Product Review This amp is great. Ams had it to my door in 2 days.If you are looking for an inexpensive amp that does almost any sound you need check out the katana you won't regret it.Thank you Ams!
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For the great low price I bought 2... ForStereo Sound!

By: Dan in Sarasota      Submitted: 9/26/2018

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Product Review They Kick Arsh.
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A loud amp at a great price

By: John      Submitted: 9/16/2018

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Product Review Overall it's a great amp. I don't really like the reverb on this amp. It seems too aggressive even when turned down. Then again I don't use effects very much. As I play mostly rhythm guitar. The Crunch setting is what I use the most. It models that 70s hard rock sound extremely well.
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Works great!

By: Benji      Submitted: 9/5/2018

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Product Review It already comes pre loaded with many different effects and can start playing with it right out of the box.Besides the quality it's not expensive for what you are getting.Overall great buy!
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Best bang for the buck

By: JC Agosto      Submitted: 8/30/2018

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Product Review I am very happy with this purchase. At this price range, this amp really delivers. It is oddly warm for a non-tube amp. Overall best practice amp I’ve ever had.
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Best amp at its price range (by far)

By: Fabio Ramos      Submitted: 7/30/2018

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Product Review This amp is by far the best beginner amp available, the best amp for home practice, and the best amp, period, at this price range. Not only is it the best sounding solid state amp, it also comes with access to about 50 Boss pedal effects theough the Tone Center app. It has everything you need to practice at home (and even to use at small gigs.) There is no way you will regret buying this amp.
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Blown away!

By: Pete Ryan      Submitted: 7/27/2018

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Product Review Just got it today, the sound is fantastic,I will probably never use the 50W setting. Monster loud!Boss effects are awesome!
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Very nice

By: Alan      Submitted: 7/24/2018

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Product Review I wish I had this back in 1999. Great tones and sound versatility. Only thing the amp needs is blue tooth and you wouldnt need any other practice amp.
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Very good amplifier for the price.

By: Timothy Nicholson      Submitted: 7/24/2018

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Product Review For around $200 you get a very good amplifier and effects that do a very wide range of things that would otherwise cost you an arm and a leg. Having the ability to switch to.5 watts output is one of the main reasons I chose this amplifier over the Marshall Code 50. I have not been disappointed. This amp performs perfectly in every situation I have used it in.
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I couldn't be happier

By: Brandan G      Submitted: 7/21/2018

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Product Review This is a completely versatile amp and I'm allowed to play in my apartment and still get Crystal Clear sound as well as whenever if i need to crank it up to the 50 watt setting.its a strong amp
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This is thing is great!!!!

By: Wayne Arnold      Submitted: 7/21/2018

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Product Review It's just what I've been looking for. It's very easy to work with. Great amp and effect sounds. Just awesome
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Worth every penny

By: Chris      Submitted: 7/20/2018

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Product Review If you are looking for the perfect amp to practice on in an apartment. This amp is for you! Not only does it have all the boss effects it has a beautiful acoustic setting for your electric acoustic guitars. I use it for my fender telecaster and my Martin electric acoustic. This amp sounds amazing.
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Get it

By: Sippy      Submitted: 7/13/2018

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Product Review This amp is everything the reviews say. Very easy to dial in your tone. Set and forget. Great amp for small to mid venues. Light and loud but sounds great.
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Great amp at any price!

By: Matt      Submitted: 6/19/2018

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Product Review Buying an amp is no easy task these days. But the Katana is impossible to pass up. Simply incomparable.
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Great amp, definitely no regrets ordering this katana 50.

By: Charlie      Submitted: 6/18/2018

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Product Review I have enjoyed playing this katana50 since it arrived. Definitely no regrets in ordering this awesome little (loud)amp.
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Great

By: John O      Submitted: 6/8/2018

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Product Review There was a lot of hype surrounding these amps leading me to believe it would be good, but not blown away. I was blown away. Rich harmonic content, great pushed clean sounds, natural compression. It's great.
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Best amp i ever bought.

By: Neoneddy      Submitted: 5/15/2018

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Product Review I like the multiplicity of this unit.The doubling of the channels was a good idea.This amp is a good fit with my guitar.
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"Bad To The Bone Amp!"

By: Robert      Submitted: 5/7/2018

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Product Review I own two of these and now play in stereo! What awesome Sound!Can handle "Live Gigs" Light weight! Lots of Features for the money! No amp in this price range Is close, BOSS has a winner here! I run my Boss ME-70 In front of amp and BAD TO THE BONE TONE'S!Is what I get!
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Well worth the money

By: Kirk Heffelfinger      Submitted: 4/9/2018

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Product Review This amp screams, Ive had Fenders and others but this package is versital and loaded, you can gig with it or practice
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Great Amp

By: Dean Cristelli      Submitted: 3/29/2018

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Product Review This amp is well worth the cost, sounds great and has lots of power for such a small package.
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Great amp

By: Ned Baez      Submitted: 3/25/2018

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2 people found this review helpful.
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Product Review What a great surprise with this amp, sounds just right, very easy to use and take pedals very well. First time with this company, shipping is superb. Looking to do more business here.
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Good Little Amp

By: Sean      Submitted: 2/5/2018

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Product Review The Katana does live up to it's reviews. It's a great little tote-around amp, especially for the price.
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Amazing amp especially at this price

By: Frank      Submitted: 1/23/2018

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Product Review I own several amps , from small solid state practice amps to large "boutique" tube amps. I was looking for a versatile but easy to use lightweight amp to grab and take to jams.I also needed it to have enough volume to play in a band environment. This amp checked all the boxes so I decided to give it a try. Really glad I did. To me it's sounds warmer and more organic than most low cost solid state amps , I believe it has an analog circuit path (as opposed to digital) for the preamp and power amp. The built in effects are great- basically like the Boss pedals. And it has a tape-type delay that is outstanding. Controls are pretty intuitive so there's no steep learning curve to start getting great sounds quickly. Plenty of volume , and lightweight too yet very solid build. One nice touch is the tilt-back device so you can tilt the amp and hear yourself when playing with a band. The amp voices are all very usable. Highly recommend this amp.
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great little amp

By: mike      Submitted: 11/28/2017

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Product Review I have a 68 fender deluxe reissue that I use and adjusted the sound of this amp as close to it as I could get. I play mostly clean.This amp sounds really pleasing to my ear with all my guitars,SG,tele,Strat and es335. even my acoustic sounds good through it.I find it hard to believe this thing which I got at a bargain price sounds almost as good as my fender deluxe reverb.which Paid a thousand dollars for. I have owned dozens of amps{ss and tube} in my 36 year playing experience. this is loud enough for small gigs and practice. I also have one of the newer vox amps but don't use it as it got beat up in a flood but it still works.This sounds better then the vox and has a lot better effects. amazing little amp.I have owned it about six months now.
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Lots of Rockin in a small package!

By: Dave Reid      Submitted: 11/27/2017

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Product Review Wide adjustment in tonal range, and a large array of effects!
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Great practice amp

By: Kevin      Submitted: 11/21/2017

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Product Review This is an excellent practice amp, light,affordable and sounds decent enough and has plenty of on board effects if that's your thing. Can get quite loud and I wouldn't hesitate to use it at rehearsal or jams
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Best amp ever

By: Jim      Submitted: 10/3/2017

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Product Review Finally a amp that performs as advertised ????????????
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Greater than I expected

By: Robert A.      Submitted: 9/12/2017

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Product Review This is now my go to amp. At home with earphones & out at playing gigs at 50 watt. The special effects built in and that can be downloaded are the best.
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Holy crapola Batman!

By: CarlT      Submitted: 9/6/2017

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Product Review Purchased this from AMS a couple of weeks ago and after playing it for the past 2 weeks, to say I'm impressed is truly an understatement. I have several amps from a Fender HRD to a Roland cube 20 and enjoy the tonality of this amp 100%. It sounds great with my archtops,my semi-hollow bodies and my solid bodies I play mostly blues and jazz standards and rarely use effects with the exception of reverb and chorus on occasion. I didn't expect too much for $200 bucks and boy was I wrong! Play it and you too will be pleasantly surpeised.
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More than a bargain,

By: Ed Norris      Submitted: 7/17/2017

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Product Review This amp is just what I need right now to play electric acoustic & solid body.
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Boss Katana 50 lives up to hype

By: Old man Jimmy      Submitted: 7/17/2017

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Product Review This little amp is very good right out of the box. The Boss Tone Studio software offers a lot of additional custom tone settings. It was easy to get a variety of mostly clean settings. My only complaint is the orientation of the controls on the back of the top. Very hard to see when the unit is on a stand while I am seated. Probably not an issue for those who play standing up.
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Supreme tones !

By: Gilsgarage      Submitted: 7/15/2017

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Product Review This amp is really awesome! I was pleasantly supprised when I put it on 50w and the brown sound. Then I also like the cleans and the way pedals work with this tone house! All settings sound killer! I haven't down loaded any effects yet. I like the way it cleans up with your volume knob and it feels very tube-like! I highly recommend this amp for the tones and the price point!
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Vast sound range with ONE ESPECIALLY GREAT TONE

By: Allen Green      Submitted: 5/18/2017

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Product Review I got the BOSS for the array of EFX but found the ACOUSTIC SETTING to be the most wonderful of all. With the 12" speaker and this setting, my humble parlor guitar sounds like a portable planetarium of tone.
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Simply incredible.

By: Mighty Mike      Submitted: 5/15/2017

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Product Review I've used Roland JC series amps since 1977. I've also used quite a few other big name amps. I trust Roland. Boss pedals have never let me down. When the Katana line came out I bought the 100-212 combo from AMS, and can honestly say it's the most versatile and user-friendly amp I've ever owned, with enough power for any venue. I get a lot of small-venue gigs, so decided to add the KTN 50 to my arsenal. It's as tiny as it can get, and lightweight. Half the programmable channels, but enough for me. AMS got it to me quickly, and I received it a couple days ago. It's already been on two gigs, and lives up to its name. This little amp is amazingly deceptive... had to put it on the 25-watt setting last night to stay in the mix in a medium-large venue. The small size is just a front for big tone and volume! I'm going to order another KTN 50 and run them in stereo, one on each side of the stage, with the KTN 100-212 in the center! All for just over a grand!
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The Hype Is True

By: Roaddog      Submitted: 5/9/2017

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Product Review Forget LED screens, artist presets and other stupud tech overkill. The Katana is based on a good old tube driven EL34 amp with 50+ Boss pedals to pick from. Great tone and ease of use has made the Katana the most talked about amp on guitar forums since it's release. Been playing for decades and haven't seen an amp that has been this popular after release. There's plenty of great amps these days. Ive owned most modeling type amps over the years and Roland/Boss beat the pack with without unnecessary bells and whistles. It's a perfect blend of what's needed and what's not.
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EXCEEDED MY EXPECTATIONS

By: Very Disappointed      Submitted: 5/5/2017

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Product Review I play professionally so needless to say I have all kinds of Fender Twins and want to be Twins (LOL). Over the past few years I have been upgrading and downsizing to lighter amps. I played a lot of "Named Brand" amps that are either weak sounding or just so mired in Tech they are impracticable live. I absolutely love this amp. I have the GA pedal and using the Panel as a channel I have all the variations I need for a typical performance. For my performances I need beefy clean, slightly overdriven, Chorus/trem, insane solo with drive and one with crunch. I get it all. And simple flexibility. The quality is good. The online sound library is expansive. The best part is I have the 100w 1-12. It craankksss!!! Like sounds good and cranks. I own another 1-12 competitor and it just doesn't have the tone of this WAZA
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Well worth the money

By: James Wills      Submitted: 4/13/2017

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Product Review Great amp for the money. Access to Boss effects. Harmonist does not sound as good as in one of the videos I watched.
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Won't hurt your back, or your wallet

By: Shawn      Submitted: 3/28/2017

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Product Review I purchased this amp based on three areas. Price: For the cost of an average pedal you simply can't go wrong. Weight: At a little over 25 lbs, that flight of stairs aren't an issue any more. Sound/Versatility: This amp has plenty of punch, and volume. You can use it as a pedal platform, or stand alone. The effects sound pretty organic, and not like digitized cardboard. I was able to dial in good tones in minutes, as the layout is pretty user friendly. I leave the power control knob at 25 watts, and use the volume knob on the guitar to taste. Works well with any pickup combination.
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Great amp for a rocker !

By: Kingsmusician      Submitted: 3/10/2017

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Product Review Great for a small place or recording
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Best bang for your buck.

By: TNT      Submitted: 3/2/2017

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Product Review This amp is everything you would expect for its price point. The settings are all really fun to use and the tone central software is really easy to use. Overall a great amp and bang for your buck.
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"Great Little Amp"

By: Robert      Submitted: 11/21/2016

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Product Review Haven't had the time to play with all the bell's and whistle's But so far the "amp is killer" right now I I have a clean sound and dirty sound setup ,Man it's "Bad" Go from clean too a "Sunshine of your life" Sound!This Amp Has unlimited things it can do! I will be enjoying this for Years to come! and the "price is killer too!" I already Own a Line6 Flex Tone Plus,So Amp modeling is nothing new to me.I could go on and on..Just let me close and say,you can't Go wrong with this "AMP!" Did I mention the price? Ha! AMS My go too place for gear! P.S. Let me say one more thing The 12 Inch Speaker and 29 Lbs. A winner for sure here! I plan on getting another so i can run in stereo!
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I love it.

By: Doug      Submitted: 11/18/2016

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Product Review Great amp.