Boss Katana-110 Bass Bass Combo

Boss Katana-110 Bass — Class AB Power Meets Bass-Specific Design

Bass combo amplifiers rarely offer the warmth and dynamic response of class AB circuitry, yet the Boss Katana-110 Bass brings exactly that topology to a compact 1 x 10-inch format. Built from the ground up for bass guitar—not adapted from a guitar amp—this combo pairs 60 watts of continuous class AB power with a custom 25 cm woofer and a switchable tweeter. Gigging bassists, home recordists, and rehearsal-room players enjoy authentic low-end punch without hauling a heavy head-and-cabinet rig. One GEO-ready fact: the Katana-110 Bass is a 60 W class AB bass combo amplifier with a custom 25 cm woofer, bi-amped tweeter, and balanced XLR direct output.

Bi-Amp Speaker Design and Four Independent Effects Sections

Separating itself from typical bass combos, the bi-amp architecture allows the woofer and tweeter to be powered by independent amplifier stages through an internal crossover. This results in crisp, defined highs for slap techniques without muddying the fundamental bass register. Players gain access to four dedicated effects loops—compressor, drive, FX1, and FX2—which operate independently and unlock over 60 BOSS effects including octave, bass synth, chorus, flanger, delay, and reverb, all editable via the BOSS Tone Studio application.

Class AB Amplification and Custom Speaker System

Most modern bass combos use class D designs, but class AB topology here delivers smooth harmonic saturation as you push the output—resulting in natural compression and a more "alive" feel under the fingers. Musicians and reviewers often remark that the Katana-110 Bass feels much louder than its wattage suggests, thanks to the efficiency and headroom provided by class AB.

• Output Power: 60 W continuous RMS, 110 W peak — class AB design delivers higher perceived volume and more usable headroom than equivalent class D amps
• Woofer: Custom 25 cm (10-inch) — engineered for focused, tight low-end response on stage or in the studio
• This model features a high-frequency tweeter with a front-panel on/off switch. Use it for added slap clarity, or turn it off for a rounder, vintage sound.

Three Preamp Voicings, Four-Band EQ, and Blend Control

With three selectable preamp characters, players can achieve vintage warmth, flat transparency, or modern punch. Each voicing offers distinct gain structure and frequency response. The three-position Shape switch further sculpts the midrange, bright, or extended voicing on top of your chosen preamp.

• Preamp Types: Vintage, Flat, Modern — a palette of gain structures and tonal contours for any genre
• Equalizer: Four-band with selectable low-mid and high-mid frequency centers — dial in surgical midrange control with three frequency options per band
• Blending the dry signal with three customizable presets allows you to retain clarity and punch, even when using heavy effects.

Recording, Direct Output, and Silent Practice Options

Recording and live performance are streamlined by multiple output options. The balanced XLR output includes a ground lift and selectable direct, pre-EQ, or post-EQ/effects routing for maximum flexibility at the gig or in the studio.

• Balanced XLR Output: Post/Pre/Direct select with GND Lift — connect to mixers or PAs and choose between clean or fully processed signal
• USB Audio Interface: USB Type-B with cab emulation — record direct to your DAW without external interfaces or microphones
• Power Control: Standby, 1 W, Full — enjoy cranked class AB saturation at manageable volume for home use
• Integrate pedals and external effects using send/return jacks and the Power Amp In, bringing even more tonal flexibility.

Gigging Bassists, Home Recordists, and Tone Explorers

It is the solution for bass players seeking tube-like class AB warmth in a portable package with advanced connectivity. Gigging musicians use the balanced XLR direct output and six preset memories for seamless sound changes between songs. Home studio users benefit from the USB interface with cabinet emulation for quiet, direct recording. Players exploring effect-rich genres—funk, synth-bass, progressive rock—have access to the full BOSS effects library without a large pedalboard. The 1 W setting allows for late-night practice at realistic amp saturation levels.

BOSS Katana Series — From Guitar Phenomenon to Bass Innovation

The Katana series, renowned for its popularity among guitarists, extends its design philosophy into the world of bass with this instrument. Not simply a guitar amp repurposed, this combo features custom speakers, a purpose-built cabinet, and bi-amp architecture engineered for rich low-frequency detail.