Boss Katana-210 Bass Combo Amplifier (2x10", 160 Watts)

Your ideal amp for gigging, practicing, or recording! The Boss Katana-210 features a rock-solid combo cabinet with two 10" speakers driven by 160 watts.

Overview

Crafted with the breakthrough design philosophy behind the acclaimed Katana guitar amp series, the Katana-210 Bass delivers premium sound and advanced features perfectly tuned for the needs of serious bassists. Three unique amp characters and onboard BOSS effects provide a wide range of tones, delivered with 160 watts of assertive class AB stage power and a high-performance speaker system based around two 10-inch woofers. And with comprehensive EQ, flexible connectivity, and more, the Katana-210 Bass is ready to take on any playing situation, from stage to studio to everyday practice at home.

Refined Tone And Authoritative Power

The Katana-210 Bass brings you high-performance amplification fueled by decades of BOSS knowledge and expertise. Armed with 160 watts of time-tested class AB power, this gig-ready amp provides big volume, punch, and presence and smooth, natural drive as you turn up the gain. Three unique preamp types are also available--each with a powerful three-way Shape switch to fine-tune the character--so you'll always have the perfect sound for any style or genre.

Vintage--A classic tube voice with organic tone and natural drive.
Flat--Smooth, clear, and dynamic tone with rich harmonic character.
Modern--Quick dynamic response with extended bass range.

Command The Stage

With its custom-designed speaker system and rock-solid combo cabinet, the Katana-210 Bass produces a commanding voice to drive your band in any musical situation. Two 10-inch woofers… read more provide fullness and projection for larger stages, complemented with a tweeter for high-frequency definition that's ideal for slap and other modern playing styles. Boss' efficient bi-amp design delivers clear and balanced sound, and the tweeter can be turned off with a panel switch for a more traditional bass tone if desired.

Four Independent Effects Sections

The Katana series is famous for its onboard BOSS effects, and the Katana-210 Bass is no exception. Dedicated comp/limiter and drive sections provide core processing, while FX1 and FX2 offer a treasure trove of options from the BOSS bass effects library, from standards like chorus and flanger to octave, bass synth, and more. The FX2 section also includes delay and reverb, and over 60 total effect types are available for loading via the BOSS Tone Studio editor.

Precision Sound-Crafting Tools

With the intuitive panel controls on the Katana-210 Bass, you can quickly refine your tone in detail. The studio-inspired Blend section lets you mix in some dry signal, which you can pre-shape from the panel with three customizable settings for the optimum tonal fusion. A comprehensive four-band EQ is also on hand, complete with three selectable frequency centers in the low-mid and high-mid bands.

Rich Performance Versatility

The flexible Katana-210 Bass is your perfect partner for any live gig. Six Tone Setting memories are available for storing and recalling the sounds you create, including preamp type, EQ, Blend, and effect settings. You can switch memories from the panel and go even further with optional footswitches, an expression pedal, and the GA-FC Foot Controller. There's also a balanced XLR output with a switch to select between direct, pre, or post signals, plus a speaker jack to augment your sound with an external cabinet if needed.

Recording And Practice Powerhouse

The Katana-210 Bass is equally suited for studio recording and home playing. The variable Power Control lets you dial up cranked-amp sound in any situation, including low-volume practice. A headphones/recording jack provides a direct output with effects and mic'd cab emulation with three Air Feel settings, while USB lets you interface with computer production software and track with great tone.

Go Deeper With BOSS Tone Studio

To shape sounds with even finer control, reach deep into the heart of the Katana-210 Bass with the BOSS Tone Studio editor. Adjust preamp, EQ, and Blend settings, call up and tweak over 60 BOSS effects, and organize sounds in Live Sets for different gigs. You can also shape the overall amp response with powerful global EQs and fine-tune system settings like Air Feel, USB, and more. And by connecting an optional BOSS Bluetooth(R) Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor to the rear panel, you can wirelessly adjust settings on the gig from your iOS or Android mobile device.

Specs

- Rated Power Output: 160 W

- Nominal Input Level:
- INPUT: -10 dBu (1 M ohm)
- POWER AMP IN: -10 dBu (20 k ohms)
- AUX IN: -10 dBu (20 k ohms)
- RETURN IN: -10 dBu (100 k ohm)

- Speaker:
- WOOFER: 25 cm (10 inches) x 2
- TWEETER: x 1

- Controls:
- POWER switch
- MASTER VOLUME knob
- POWER CONTROL switch (STANDBY, 1 W, MAX)
- TWEETER button

- [INPUT EFX]:
- COMP button
- DRIVE button
- COMP knob
- DRIVE knob

- [AMPLIFIER]:
- PAD button
- SHAPE button
- TYPE knob (VINTAGE, FLAT, MODERN)
- GAIN knob
- VOLUME knob

- [BLEND]:
- BLEND button
- DRY LEVEL knob

- [EQUALIZER]:
- LOW MID button
- HIGH MID button
- BASS knob
- LOW MID knob
- HIGH MID knob
- TREBLE knob

- [EFFECTS]:
- FX1 button
- FX2 button
- TAP button
- FX1 knob
- FX2 knob

- [TONE SETTING]:
- CH1 button
- CH2 button
- CH3 button
- PANEL button

- [BALANCED OUT]:
- GND LIFT switch (OFF, ON)
- SELECT (POST, PRE, DIRECT)

- Indicators:
- COMP
- DRIVE
- PAD
- SHAPE
- BLEND
- LOW MID
- HIGH MID
- FX1
- FX2
- TAP
- CH1
- CH2
- CH3
- PANEL
- TWEETER

- Connectors:
- INPUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- POWER AMP IN jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- BALANCED OUT jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- SEND jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- RETURN jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- SPEAKER OUT 4 ohms jack: 1/4-inch phone type
- REC OUT/PHONES jack: Stereo 1/4-inch phone type
- EXP PEDAL/CTL CH1/CH2 jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
- GA-FC jack: 1/4-inch TRS phone type
- AUX IN jack: Stereo miniature phone type
- USB port: USB B type
- BLUETOOTH ADAPTOR SLOT: Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor

AC IN jack

- Power Consumption: 117 W

- Dimensions (Include handle and rubber feet):
- 490 (W) x 360 (D) x 620 (H) mm
- 19-5/16 (W) x 14-3/16 (D) x 24-7/16 (H) inches

- Weight: 21.8 kg / 48 lbs 1 oz

- Accessories:
- Owner's Manual
- Power cord
- GA-FC sticker

- Options (sold separately):
- Footswitch: BOSS FS-5L, BOSS FS-6, BOSS FS-7
- Expression pedal: Roland EV-5, BOSS EV-30, BOSS FV-500L, BOSS FV-500H
- GA FOOT CONTROLLER (GA-FC)
- Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (Model BT-DUAL)
* 0 dBu=0.775 Vrms

Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
Base Item: Shipping Weight: 59.25 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 28 x 24 x 19 in; Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): KTN210B
Blemished: Shipping Weight: 59.25 lbs; Shipping Dimensions: 28 x 24 x 19 in; Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): KTN210B

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 323-890-3700

Reviews

(1 ratings)

Submitted September 17, 2022 by a customer from gmail.com

"Its good but could be better"

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Its loud, its proud, it sounds good, especially if you play with a modern tone. Once you get up on the dial, the 2x10’s will fart out if you play with a muddy vintage tone. 0’s have limitations, I wish this was a 1x15 and it would be the perfect grab and go. But the 2x10 will get the job done. At gig level, you will not get the low end rumble of a 15” period. It does fart fart fart. If you play with a brighter modern tone, you are good to go. Why they did t make a head, and a choice of cabs is beyond me. My 2x12 katana guitar amp at 100w will dominate this bass amp. If thatbtells ya anything. Sure this is tailored for bass, but the MKII head and 2x12 guitar cab, swap the speaker with bass drivers, and you would be better off I think. I run a 1x15 ext cab and this thing rocks. So I believe they made a HUGE mistake not offering this with a traditional 15 inch. Also the wattage goes from stamd by to 1w to full on 160w! No in between. Whats up with that? The paint compared to the guitar amp isnt as quality and will scratch more easily. Anyway I think this amp is best suited for the 1x12 guitar combo. But it cant compete with the 2x12. And its all because of the speakers they chose to use. They are a joke. Fix that, and you have a powerful beast with so much versatility. I hope the MKII version comes in a head and cab and I hope they bring out a 15 inch cab. Or a 4x10 or at least a 2x12. But for studio practice small gigs. This will keep up and do what ya need. These are just… read more things I dont like about it. I was hoping this would do studio to gig and in between and no, I still will need my big rig for big things. And it needs to drop a couple hundred. I paid 620… Now they are on sale for 650 and normal price is 680 extremely too expensive for what it is.

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