Bass amplification gets a serious upgrade with the Boss Katana-500 Bass Head and Katana Cabinet 112 Bass. These innovations signal a new direction for the company, with the Katana-500 being their first-ever dedicated bass head following the success of their 2022 flagship combos.
Why the Katana-500 is a Must-Have Bass Amp
The new Boss Katana-500 Bass Head is feature-packed and aimed at pro bassists. Released on the same day as the new ME-90B Bass Multi-Effects.
It’s a trifecta of features: portability for the gigging bassist, deep Boss Tone Studio customization, and the revolutionary Cabinet Resonance calibration. This technology is a game-changer, automatically optimizing the amp’s output to match the sonic characteristics of any speaker cabinet. This ensures consistently incredible bass tone, whether you’re playing a festival with a massive backline or a small club gig.
Tone-Shaping Powerhouse: Designed for Flexibility
Boss understands the needs of modern bassists, evident in the Katana-500’s features:
- A versatile four-band active EQ with three adjustable frequency centres for precision sculpting.
- The Shape knob for instant tonal shifts between mid-scooped, bright, and full-range sounds.
- Selectable Amp Feel settings for vintage warmth or modern punch.
- There are three onboard effect slots (Compressor, Drive, and a fully customizable FX section) and a dedicated Blend control for dialing in the perfect mix.
- A newly developed 500-watt Class D power amp and enhanced preamp circuitry deliver headroom and definition.
Seamless Connectivity + Deep Customization
The Katana-500 has everything a working bassist needs: an XLR line out, dual-locking speaker outputs, a headphone jack for silent practice, and a USB port. The USB unlocks Boss Tone Studio, where you can fine-tune amp parameters and use over 60 Boss effects to replace the onboard selections—that’s a level of personalization few bass heads can match.
Boss Means Innovation and Reliability
The Katana-500 Bass Head builds on decades of Boss innovation. It’s designed to be the most powerful and adaptable Katana bass amp to date, setting a new benchmark for bassists seeking professional-grade tone in a compact and portable package.
Complete Your Rig: The Katana Cabinet 112 Bass
Designed as the perfect companion, this Boss cab features a 12″ Eminence Neodymium woofer and high-frequency tweeter. The 500-watt handling easily matches the head’s power, promising a robust yet compact bass rig that truly delivers.
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