Boss Katana-50 MkII EX, Katana Artist MkII Head and more
New updated Katana models revealed
4,7 / 5,0 | 
The Boss Katana series has been updated with three new models: Katana-50 MkII EX, Boss Katana Artist MK II Head and the Katana 2×12 Waza speaker cabinet.
Boss Katana-50 MK II EX
The Katana-50 MkII EX has 50 watts of power and now offers support for the Boss GA-FC and GA-FC EX footswitches. This allows functions such as tone memories, effects and the like to be achieved more directly. In addition, a “mix-ready” sound can now be sent to the FOH or PA via the line out.
Plus, the EX models can be used with other Katana amps in stereo mode.
Boss Katana-50 MK II EX · Source: Boss
Boss Katana Artist MK II Head
Until now, the Katana Artist MK II was only available as a combo. The features remain identical. Five amp characteristics, five variations, five simultaneous virtual effect pedals and access to Boss Tone Studio.
There are three outputs available: 2x 16 ohms and 1x 8 ohms.
Boss Katana Artist MK II Head · Source: Boss
Boss Katana Cabinet 212 Waza
The Katana Cabinet 212 Waza is a 2×12 speaker cabinet with two Custom Waza 12′′ speakers.
In terms of sound, it should is based on a “British Stack Speaker” of the 1960s. It can be used as either a closed-back or an open-back cabinet.
Price and market launch
- Katana 50 MK II EX: 369 Euro*
- Katana Artist MK II Head: 699 Euro*
- Katana Cabinet 212 Waza: 699 Euro*
More Information
Video
You are currently viewing a placeholder content from YouTube. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers.
* This post contains affiliate links and/or widgets. When you buy a product via our affiliate partner, we receive a small commission that helps support what we do. Don’t worry, you pay the same price. Thanks for your support!
This might also interest you
3 responses to “Boss Katana-50 MkII EX, Katana Artist MkII Head and more”
It’s important to note that the non-Artist head has small speakers built-in, useful for practice, but the Artist head has no speakers.
Excellent observation, George. Nice catch!
Great Amplifier