In this guide, we will show you how to use the Boss Katana for the first time. You\u2019ll learn how to register the device, and also the different ways to set up and connect your amp. Follow the sections below to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Register the Boss Katan<\/a><\/strong>a<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Setup and connections<\/strong><\/a>\n
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- Top panel<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
- Rear panel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
Register the Boss Katana<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Before we get everything set up, the first thing you\u2019ll need to do is register your Boss Katana amplifier using the Boss serial number. After registering the Katana amplifier, you\u2019ll get access to Boss product support, an extended warranty, training videos and clinic information. Follow the steps below to register the Boss Katana, and then continue to setup and connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Log in to your Roland Backstage account<\/a>. If you don\u2019t have one yet, you can create one here<\/a>.<\/li>
- On your account home page, click My Gear<\/strong>, and select Register a Product<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Fill out the required information, including the serial number which is located on the back of the Katana and click Register<\/strong>.\n
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- Keep your Sweetwater invoice handy, as you will need to enter the purchase date, method, and dealer (Sweetwater).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
![\"Boss](\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2020\/02\/Boss-registration-page-1024x482.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nClick the image to register your Boss Katana<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Return to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The Boss Katana amps and head are similar to most others. Unlike their traditional counterparts, however, there are a few settings on the Boss Katana which set them apart from the rest. We\u2019ll cover some of the Boss Katana settings and connections, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Top panel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n- Power Control<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- USB<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Power Amp In<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
- Tone Setting<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Aux In<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Effects loop<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Expression pedals and foot controller<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
- Phones\/Rec Out<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Stereo Expand <\/a><\/strong><\/li>
- MIDI In<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Power control<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The power control settings on the Boss Katana let you control the power amp depending on where you\u2019re playing. No matter what it\u2019s set to, you can get the same type of high gain tone and response without needing to the output\/master volume. For example, if you\u2019re playing at a club, you might want to set it to 50 watts. You\u2019ll get the same 50 watt tone when you\u2019re practicing at home and set it to 0.5 watts. When the switch is set to Standby<\/em>, it will mute the amp without needing to turn the unit off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tone Setting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
The Tone Setting buttons allow you to store and recall your favorite tones on the fly. These tones could either be from the Boss Tone Central app<\/a>, as well as the settings (with the exception of the master volume) on the amp itself. You can store a total of four tones on the Boss Katana-50 combo amp<\/a>, and eight tones on the rest of the Katana series. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- The Panel<\/strong> button allows you to switch between channels. When the panel light is solid red, you can change the tones. When the panel light is blinking, you\u2019re able to switch banks. If you\u2019re in panel mode (solid red), you won\u2019t be able to switch banks.<\/li>
- Press and hold the Tone Channel<\/strong> number where you want to save your tone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n - Press and hold the Tone Channel<\/strong> number where you want to save your tone.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- MIDI In<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
- Stereo Expand <\/a><\/strong><\/li>
- Phones\/Rec Out<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Expression pedals and foot controller<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
- Effects loop<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Aux In<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Tone Setting<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Power Amp In<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
- USB<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Power Control<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- On your account home page, click My Gear<\/strong>, and select Register a Product<\/strong>.<\/li>
- Rear panel<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
- Setup and connections<\/strong><\/a>\n