Product Description
The BOSS Katana - 500 Bass Head takes professional bass amplification to new heights with cutting - edge BOSS technology. Its refined preamp circuitry and the newly developed 500 - watt Class D power amp offer deeply expressive tones that respond to your every touch and technique. The innovative Cab Resonance feature lets you quickly adjust the amplifier's output to achieve the perfect response with any speaker cabinet. You'll also enjoy a wide range of top - notch tools to create your unique sound and extensive connectivity for all playing scenarios. Key features include a compact 500 - watt bass amplifier head with pro - level tone tools, next - level performance from the Class D power amp and Cab Resonance calibration, two Amp Feel settings to enhance bass sounds for different styles, a wide - ranging four - band EQ with adjustable frequencies, compressor and drive controls with three selectable types each, a shape switch with multiple options, a bottom knob to tighten the sound, a Hi Cut button with selectable frequencies, a blend knob to mix in dry bass, a pad switch for high - output pickups, onboard memory for easy setup saving, two high - current speaker outputs, XLR line output, headphones/recording jack, access to over 60 effects via BOSS Tone Studio, USB connectivity for software communication and audio work, and the ability to download and share Livesets at BOSS Tone Exchange. Specifications: Wattage is 500 W (4 ohms) Peak and 250 W (8 ohms) Peak. It has various connectors like 1/4 - inch phone type input, XLR line out, speakON speaker out, etc. Power consumption is 500 W. Included accessories are an Owner's Manual, Power Cord, and FA - FC Sticker. Dimensions are 298mm (W) × 212mm (D) × 96mm (H), and it weighs 2.8 kg / 6 lbs 3 oz.
Using the BOSS Katana 500 Bass Guitar Amplifier is a breeze. First, connect your bass guitar to the 1/4 - inch input jack. You can then start adjusting the tone using the various controls. For example, use the Amp Feel settings to change the style of your bass sound, and the four - band EQ to fine - tune the frequencies. The compressor and drive controls let you add more dynamics to your sound. When connecting speakers, use the speakON connectors on the speaker outputs. If you want to record or use headphones, plug them into the appropriate jacks. For advanced tone editing, use the BOSS Tone Studio software via the USB connector. When it comes to maintenance, keep the amplifier in a dry and clean place. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or humidity. Before cleaning, make sure to unplug the amplifier from the power source. You can use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the surface. Check the power cord regularly for any signs of damage. Also, don't forget to refer to the included Owner's Manual for more detailed information and troubleshooting tips.
