Personal headphone amplifier delivering stage-class Katana amp sounds and practice tools for guitar and bass, ideal for quiet rehearsals and focused tone exploration. Players gain immersive, editable tones and easy play-along capability with mobile devices. Does the combination of authentic amp tones and spatial monitoring replace a full amp for rehearsal and recording? BOSS KATANA:GO Headphone Amplifier
⚡ At a Glance
- • Sound Signature: Balanced mids with articulate top end and controlled low end
- • Best for: Guitarists and bassists who need realistic amp tones for silent practice and recording
- • Not ideal for: Players who require full-stage volume or integrated speaker output for live gigs
Compact headphone amplifier delivering Katana series amp tones, onboard tuner, organic EL display, and Bluetooth streaming. Guitar and bass modes include multiple amp types and extensive effects, paired with advanced spatial technology for a three dimensional playing experience.
Authentic stage tones – with Katana amp modelling and Tone Exchange
Katana series sounds are reproduced at the instrument output jack, while BOSS Tone Exchange supplies an expandable library of Tone Settings and allows import from Katana amplifiers. Onboard memory stores presets that can be named and recalled via the organic EL display.
Access convincing amp characters and a wide palette of effects for different styles, making silent practice sound like playing through a stage-class amp.
Practice and play along – with Bluetooth streaming and companion app control
Bluetooth handles wireless playback of backing tracks and enables remote editing through the BOSS Tone Studio app, which also supports YouTube practice features and memory organisation. The organic EL display shows memory names and includes an onboard tuner for quick adjustments.
Stream backing tracks from a phone and tweak tones on the fly, so practice sessions stay focused and efficient without extra cables.
Immersive headphone monitoring – thanks to advanced spatial technology and dedicated outputs
Advanced spatial technology creates a three dimensional soundstage through the headphone output, while separate headphone and recording outputs provide clean feeds for monitoring or capturing direct signals. Onboard effects include delays and modulation suited to headphone listening.
Feel like playing in a larger space, helping timing and feel, with direct outputs that simplify recording or connecting to interfaces.
✨ The 4 Key Reasons for BOSS KATANA:GO Headphone Amplifier
- Katana amp modelling – Access a wide palette of amp tones and effects instantly
- Bluetooth streaming & editing – Wirelessly stream backing tracks and edit sounds from phone
- Advanced spatial technology – Create immersive 3D soundstage for realistic practice sessions
- Compact, durable design – Portable build with long battery life for practice anywhere
📋 Technical Details at a Glance
- Category: Personal headphone amplifier for guitar and bass
- Amplifier source: Stage-class Katana amp series sounds at instrument output jack
- Guitar modes: 10 amp types
- Bass modes: 3 amp types
- Effects: Over 85 effects for guitar, over 65 for bass
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the amplifier be used with both guitar and bass?
A: Yes, guitar mode includes 10 amp types and over 85 effects, while bass mode provides three amp types and over 65 effects, tailored for each instrument.
Q: Can backing tracks be played and tones edited wirelessly?
A: Yes, Bluetooth allows playback of backing music and wireless editing via the BOSS Tone Studio app for phone-based control and practice.
Q: Is it compatible with Katana amp presets and software?
A: Yes, Tone Setting data can be imported from Katana guitar and bass amplifiers, and BOSS Tone Exchange offers an expandable sound library.
🏆 Our Verdict
Aimed at guitarists and bassists who want realistic amp tones for silent practice, recording and tone exploration. The combination of Katana amp modelling, extensive effects, spatial monitoring and app integration makes practice sessions more productive and sonically convincing. Long-term value comes from versatile tones, compact construction and ongoing access to Tone Exchange and app-based editing.
