Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3

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Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar

Channels: 4
Power: 100 W
Equipped with: 2 x 12" speaker
6 Amplifier types plus additional voicing selectable
Adjustable room sound to control spatial depth for direct recording via USB and line out
Possible expansion with separately available Bluetooth adapter for audio streaming or app control
Controls: Presence, Master, Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, Reverb
Switches: Power, Solo, Power Control (Standby, 0,5 W, Half, Max), Cab Resonance (Vintage, Modern, Deep), Amp Type Switch, Variation, Contour, Booster, Mod, FX, Delay, Reverb, Tap, CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, Panel, Stereo Expand
Effects: Delay, Reverb, Modulation
Effect loop: Send, Return
Input: 6.3 mm jack
Power Amp input: 6.3 mm jack
Aux input: 3.5 mm mini stereo jack
Line output: 6.3 mm jack
Stereo headphone output: 6.3 mm stereo jack
Expression pedal: 6.3 mm stereo jack
CTL CH1/CH2 Solo: 6.3 mm jack
USB C
Bluetooth Adapter Slot
AC in
Dimensions (W x D x H): 670 x 248 x 484 mm
Weight: 19.8 kg

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Available since May 2024
Item number 590620
Sales Unit 1 piece(s)
Powerrate in W 100 W
Speaker 2x 12"
Memory slots 8
Reverb Yes
Effects Processor Yes
External FX Loop Yes
Bluetooth Yes
Line input Yes
Recording Output Yes
MIDI Interface No
Connection for External Speaker No
Headphone Output Yes
Footswitch connection Yes
incl. footswitch No
Weight in kg 19,8 kg

£449

All prices incl. VAT

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Clear the ring for Round 3!

Since their debut in 2016, Katana amps have become some of the most successful guitar amplifiers on the market. With a smart range of power options, compact dimensions, and a generous collection of built-in sounds and effects, they strike a perfect balance for today's players, offering professional sound in a portable format. After all, nobody wants to lug around more gear than necessary. Add to that their wallet-friendly price point, and it's easy to see why the Katana series continues to be such a hit. Now, Boss has introduced the Katana 100/212 Gen 3, a new and improved version of one of their most popular and powerful models, complete with enhanced features, full stereo sound, and – just as importantly – still for an extremely attractive price.

Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3, stereo guitar combo amp

This Katana's ready for battle

Boss has refined its Tube Logic engine to deliver even more authentic amp tones. One standout addition is the new "Pushed" amp type, designed to emulate the raw, dynamic edge of a valve amp being driven hard. Like the other amp models, it's available in two voicings. The effects section remains split into five blocks, offering the usual high-quality selection. Delay times and modulation effects can be tapped in by hand or controlled via an external footswitch or pedalboard. Around the back, users can find inputs for expression pedals, AUX in, headphones, FX loop, Power Amp in, and USB for direct recording. New to Gen 3 is a slot for an optional Bluetooth adapter, which is ideal for wireless audio streaming or remote control via the Tone Studio app.

Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3, stereo guitar combo amp, detail

Dual speakers for stereo Katana sound

The Katana series continues to grow in both sonic range and versatility. The Gen 3 model of the Katana 100/212 offers a broad spectrum of amp and effect combinations, ranging from presets for acoustic guitars and sparkling cleans to rich crunch and soaring modern leads. The responsive three-band EQ makes tone shaping intuitive, and with adjustable output power and switchable cab resonance, the amp can mimic the feel and response of, for instance, a cranked valve combo, even at lower volumes. The Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3 comes with such a universal package of features and connections, so much output and volume – and of course full stereo sound thanks to its pair of 12" speakers – that even battle-hardened pros might be willing to lay down their arsenal of gear and leave everything up to this black-clad universal warrior.

Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3, stereo guitar combo amp, rear view

About Boss

The Boss brand has been an important part of the Japanese Roland Corporation since the mid-1970s and has caused a sensation from its inception, especially with its compact effect pedals but also multi-effect units and other helpful tools for guitarists. The company's single effect pedals in particular are legendary and can be found in almost every guitarist's home. An incredible 15 million have been sold to date. With its Katana series, the manufacturer now also offers excellent amplifiers at a very interesting price point.

A versatile third-gen powerhouse

With a wide array of amp tones and effects, an immensely powerful 100W output, and a pair of 12" speakers in a compact combo format, the Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3 has once again raised the bar – other affordable modelling combos will be blown out of the ring. Still, it's as comfortable in a living room session as it is in rehearsal spaces or recording studios, thanks to the USB output that allows for direct, high-quality capture with spacious tone. And when it's time to take it on stage, the third-generation Katana 100/212 will be ready, especially when it's paired with one of the many suitable footswitches available. To top it off, the Boss Tone Studio app gives musicians a deep suite of editing tools in a clean, intuitive interface, and now, with the optional Bluetooth adaptor, users can tweak their sound wirelessly from their smartphone or tablet.

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Silver rain 07.11.2024

it is bigger than i think it would be and this is a little minus for me but in every other thing it is what you need for jam/live and home use if you turn it in 0.5 w

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Great guitar amp!

zoleeon 29.12.2024

The amp is a bit heavy but the sound is very good and almost no need for any other effects..almost...I think this is the best in it's category.

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Very high quality and versatile

Joe_19 29.09.2025

I can get literally any sound I want with this amp. The features are all perfect and the amp is very high quality.
No matter what genre you play, this amp will work.

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Best budget amp

Thomass69420 29.09.2025

The sound is really good and clean, the distorsions it comes with aren't moody. It just works and there s a lot of love put into all tones boss on it.

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Boss Katana 100/212 Gen 3

Combo Amplifier for Electric Guitar