Free Update Brings Powerful New Feature Enhancements to the Popular Guitar Amplifier Lineup

For Immediate Release

Rebecca Genel
Global PR/Media Relations Manager
Roland Corporation
(323) 890-3718
Rebecca.Genel@roland.com

Los Angeles, July 14, 2022 —BOSS announces the Katana MkII Version 2 update for the popular Katana MkII guitar amplifier series. Version 2 elevates the expressive power of supported Katana MkII models with a host of new tone-shaping tools available in the companion BOSS Tone Studio software for macOS and Windows.

Katana MkII Version 2—Newly Added Features

Contour Settings—Users can shape their core tone with three different Contour settings, each with four customizable frequency curves to choose from.

New Solo Block in FX Chain—A moveable Solo block for enhancing lead guitar sounds has been added, which is assignable for on/off control via an external footswitch or the GA-FC Foot Controller.

New EQ Block in FX Chain—A moveable EQ block for additional tonal adjustment.

Two New Effects—Centa OD (Booster block) and Solo EQ (Solo block).

Three Global EQs—Allows users to fine-tune the overall sound for different guitars and styles.

Expanded Cab IR Capabilities—The Line Out cabinet IR options now include selectable microphone types and positions, giving users greater control of their direct sound.

Supported Katana MkII Models

The Katana MkII Version 2 update is compatible with the Katana-50 MkII, Katana-100 MkII, Katana-100/212 MkII, Katana-Head MkII, and Katana-Artist MkII amplifiers. (Note: Some Version 2 features were previously available in the Katana-Artist MkII model in its original release.)

The Katana MkII Version 2 update is available as a free download at the product pages for supported Katana MkII models. The latest version of the BOSS Tone Studio editor software is required to access Katana MkII Version 2 features.

To learn more, visit www.boss.info.

About BOSS
BOSS, a division of Roland Corporation, has achieved legendary status among guitarists, bassists, and vocalists with a diverse, world-leading product lineup of creative tools with exceptional sound, intuitive control, and rugged durability. Since 1977, BOSS's famous compact pedals have been used daily by everyone from beginners to touring professionals, with over 125 unique models introduced and over 16 million units sold to date. BOSS also leads the way with innovative gear in numerous other categories, from amplifiers, multi-effects processors, and loopers to wireless systems, vocal effects, tuners, metronomes, rhythm machines, recorders, and more. For more information, visit www.Boss.info.