The Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana is a Boss amplifier, currently around $331.18. Close alternatives include the Boss – Katana Artist MkII 100w and the BluGuitar Amp1. It pairs well with the Cornerstone Colosseum and the Dunlop FFM6 Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face.
Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana
Boss · amplifier
The Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana is part of Boss's Katana modeling amp line, built around Boss's Tone Studio ecosystem for editing amp characters, effects, and presets via computer or mobile app. As an EX variant of the Katana 50, it reflects an updated or regionally distinct configuration within the broader Katana lineup, which spans multiple generations (MkI, MkII, and Gen 3) each refining the amp modeling engine and onboard effects.
- versatile amp tones
- amp characters
- gigging
- recording
- versatile amp voicings
- amp voicings and effects
- amp modeling engine
- modeling amp category
Good for
- Live
- Practice
- Silent Recording
- Studio
Price updated Aug 27, 2026
Genres the Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana is commonly used in
- Acoustic
- Jazz
Pedals that stack with the Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana
Cornerstone Colosseum
Cornerstone
9% matchCornerstone Colosseum's own harmonically rich character is the real reason this is worth trying
Dunlop FFM6 Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face
Dunlop
9% matchDunlop FFM6 Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face's own octave character is the real reason this is worth trying
EarthQuaker Devices Plumes Signal Shredder
EarthQuaker Devices
9% matchEarthQuaker Devices Plumes Signal Shredder leans toward silicon, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Strymon Flint Tremolo & Reverb
Strymon
6% matchRun Strymon Flint Tremolo & Reverb after Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana in the signal chain, clear of Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana's own gain stage
Eventide Space
Eventide
5% matchPut Eventide Space in Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana's effects loop, clear of Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Maxon AD-9 Pro Analog Delay
Maxon
5% matchPut Maxon AD-9 Pro Analog Delay in Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana's effects loop, clear of Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana's own gain stage — goes in the amp's FX loop (or last, into a clean amp)
Universal Audio 1176 Compressor
Universal Audio
5% matchUniversal Audio 1176 Compressor leans toward compressed, and that's a real, usable character to pair with
Dr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2
Dr Scientist
tonal matchDr. Scientist Frazz Dazzler V2 brings fuzz into a clean, transparent tone
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana?+
The closest matches in character are the Boss – Katana Artist MkII 100w, the BluGuitar Amp1, the Blackstar Artist FR Standard.
What pairs well with the Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Cornerstone Colosseum, Dunlop FFM6 Band of Gypsys Fuzz Face, EarthQuaker Devices Plumes Signal Shredder — Cornerstone Colosseum's own harmonically rich character is the real reason this is worth trying.
How much does the Boss KTN-50-2EX Katana cost?+
Around $331.18 (live listing price, updated Aug 27, 2026).