Description
Every speaker cabinet has its own characteristic impedance curve and frequency response, and these elements affect how the amplifier feeding it behaves. With a simple button press, the Cab Resonance feature in the Katana-500 Bass Head calibrates the amp’s reactive output stage circuitry to match the unique properties of the connected cabinet. Our proprietary process analyzes numerous elements, including the lowest frequency that the cabinet can produce, high-end resonances, and many other factors. With this information, advanced processing dynamically enhances the output to provide superior feel and response, powerful lows, and high-definition overall sound. The Katana-500 Bass Head offers a deep selection of controls to hone your sound. Boost or cut frequencies with the four-band active EQ and choose from three low-mid and high-mid frequency options to target specific ranges. Grab the Bottom knob to optimize the low end for different stages and toggle three Hi Cut settings to smooth the sound as needed. And with the Shape button, you can instantly revoice the amp with mid-scoop, bright, and wide-range curves.
The Katana-500 Bass Head integrates a versatile range of connectivity into its compact design. Two locking-style speaker outputs support high-current operation, and the XLR line output can send a simultaneous signal to a house PA from direct, pre, or post locations in the amp’s signal path. You can further shape the line output voice from the front panel with three mic’d speaker emulation presets and three custom settings. There’s also a dual-function output for headphones practice or analog recording, plus USB for capturing mix-ready tracks in your favorite computer music software.Using BOSS Tone Studio, you can view and edit all amp parameters on your computer and access over 60 BOSS effects to swap alternate types for the Comp, Drive, and FX sections. Plugging in a GA-FC or GA-FC EX foot controller provides remote operation of numerous amp functions, including the front-panel user memory and two additional memories. And with the optional Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor, you can stream music from a mobile device and wirelessly shape tones using the BTS editor app for iOS and Android.
Features:
Compact 500-watt bass amplifier head with professional tone tools for serious players
Next-level performance with a newly developed Class D power amp and innovative Cab Resonance calibration
Enhance the core bass sound for different styles with two Amp Feel settings
Wide-ranging four-band EQ, including low-mid and high-mid controls with three adjustable frequency settings
Compressor and drive controls, each with three selectable types
Shape switch with mid-scoop, bright, and wide-range options
Bottom knob to tighten the sound and eliminate sub-bass rumble
Hi Cut button with three selectable frequencies
Blend knob to mix in the dry bass sound
Pad switch to optimize the input for high-output active pickups
Onboard memory for saving and recalling a custom setup with a touch
Two high-current speaker outputs with robust locking connectors
XLR line output and headphones/recording jack
Edit tones and access over 60 effects with BOSS Tone Studio for Windows/macOS
USB connector for communicating with BOSS Tone Studio and audio recording/playback with music production software
Download and share Livesets at BOSS Tone Exchange
Optional Bluetooth® Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor allows you to edit sounds and stream audio from an iOS or Android mobile device
Optional GA-FC and GA-FC EX foot controllers for remote operation on stage
Optional companion speaker cabinet: Katana Cabinet 112 Bass
