Boss Katana-210 Bass

Groundbreaking Katana Innovation for Bassists!

The Katana-210 Bass employs the same pioneering design philosophy as the renowned Katana guitar amplifiers, delivering high-quality sound and modern features perfectly tailored to the needs of ambitious bass players. The combination of three unique amplifier types and built-in Boss effects offers a wide variety of tones based on 160 watts of Class-AB power and a powerful speaker system with two 10" woofers. The extensive EQ, numerous connectivity options, and more ensure the Katana-210 Bass excels in every application—on stage, in the studio, or practicing at home.

Optimized Tone and Serious Power

The Katana-210 Bass provides high-performance amplification backed by Boss’s decades of experience and expertise. Equipped with 160 watts from a proven Class-AB power amp, this stage-ready amplifier impresses with its massive volume, plenty of punch and presence, and a smooth, natural drive that grows as you crank the gain. You get three preamp types—each with a powerful three-stage shape switch for fine-tuning your tone—so you can always find the perfect sound for any playing style or genre.

• Vintage – A classic tube sound with organic tone and natural drive.
• Flat – A smooth, clear, and dynamic sound with a full overtone spectrum.
• Modern – Fast and dynamic response with an extended bass frequency range.

Command the Stage

With its custom speaker system and sturdy combo cabinet, the Katana-210 Bass produces an impressive sound that drives your band forward in any situation. The powerful low-end foundation from the two 10" woofers is complemented by a tweeter for defined highs, perfectly reproducing slapping techniques and modern playing styles. This efficient bi-amping design ensures clear and balanced tone. If you prefer a traditional bass sound, you can switch off the tweeter on the control panel as needed.

Four Independent Effect Sections

The Katana series is known for its integrated Boss effects, and the Katana-210 Bass is no exception. While the dedicated compressor/limiter and drive sections shape the core sound, FX1 and FX2 offer a wide range of options from the Boss bass effect library—from staples like chorus and flanger to octave, bass synthesizer, and more. The FX2 section also includes delay and reverb effects. Through the Boss Tone Studio Editor, you have access to over 60 effect types.

Precision Tools for Tone Shaping

The intuitive interface of the Katana-210 Bass lets you quickly and easily dial in your sound. The studio-inspired blend section allows mixing of effect and dry signals. The dry signal can also be pre-shaped via three customizable settings to ensure optimal tonal integration. Additionally, a comprehensive 4-band EQ is available, including three selectable frequency points in the low-mid and high-mid bands.

Versatile Performance

Thanks to its flexibility, the Katana-210 Bass is the ideal partner for any live gig. Six tone setting memory slots let you save and recall your favorite sound setups, including preamp type, EQ, blend, and effect settings. You can switch memory slots either on the amplifier or via an optional footswitch, expression pedal, or GA-FC foot controller. A balanced XLR output is provided, switchable between pre- and post-EQ via a toggle. The adjacent speaker output lets you send your signal to an external cabinet to further expand your sound.

Workhorse for Recording and Practice

The Katana-210 Bass is equally suited for studio recording and home practice. Thanks to variable power control, you don’t have to sacrifice fully cranked tones even in sensitive environments or quiet practice sessions. The headphone/recording direct output delivers a signal with effects, mic’d speaker emulation, and three Air Feel settings. You can also record directly to a DAW via the USB port.

Full Control with Boss Tone Studio

For even deeper sound control, the Boss Tone Studio Editor lets you dive into the heart of the Katana-210 Bass. Adjust preamp, EQ, and blend settings; choose from up to 60 Boss effects; and organize your sounds into live sets for different gigs. You can also fine-tune the global EQ to tailor the overall amp sound and tweak system parameters like Air Feel, USB, and more. By connecting the optional Boss Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adapter to the amp’s rear, you can wirelessly edit settings via an iOS or Android device.