Boss Katana Mini Amp - Small & Mighty!

[@bami2]

Seriously lads, this might be my favourite amp review/demo video on the whole of youtubes. 1) Demonstrates capabilities, both in volume and drive settings with a very varied amount of styles 2) Explains purpose and usecases 3) Lapel demo gives a very good indication of volume 4) Excellent banter 5) Excellent guitar playing Well done!

[@hardtobearit]

bami2 now if we can get proof that they dont do post audio tweaking on the guitars after recording them. cause they are the only demo of the gt50 fender amp that sounded good

[@keithspillett7312]

bami2 Totally agree - STONKINGLY good video😀🎸🔊

[@52Tele]

Captain just pulled out his big gun. That lespaul makes everything sound badass.

[@TokyoBlue587]

"Can we just focus on getting one decent sound instead of 20 average sounds" That's what sold me on this amp. I'm just starting out, and I just want to plug in and play and sound decent. Later on I can learn about effects, pedals, etc.

[@riffsnreviews]

It'd be nice if you turned on a room mic every now and then to get a better impression of what these amps sound like in "normal" playing situations, especially on these dinky amps.

[@carlverledge2687]

Also in a smaller spaced bedroom it would sound much bigger.

[@vincentcabral1173]

My 11 year old son has been playing guitar for a year. Your videos have been awesome in educating me so I know what to look for in equipment. I will definitely pickup one of those Katana Mini as he wishes to move from Acoustic to electric this Christmas. Keep up the great work.

[@AmperahGaming]

How did he like the amp? Ive just ordered mine since my tube amp is too loud for my neighbors:) You seem like a great parent btw! 😊

[@vincentcabral1173]

@@AmperahGaming he loves the Katana Mini so much that two years later I got him Katana 50. Especially since he plays and practices everyday. The best part is he inspired me to learn guitar. Now it has been two years for me!!!

[@Rathbone_fan_account]

@@vincentcabral1173 Honest question, how does an 11 year old manage to properly hold and play a big acoustic guitar?

[@vincentcabral1173]

@@Rathbone_fan_account he played a parlor size guitar. The hardest part was getting use to the pains of steel strings on the fingers.

[@MravacKid]

You should do a comparison between various portable, battery-powered amps, I see there's more and more of those around.

[@miroslav3d]

Yeaaah definitely

[@MrGreenYeti]

When I suggested this after picking up a Marshall MS-2, everyone said there's not point, they all sound crap.

[@MravacKid]

Well the Marshall MS-2 *does* sound like crap, but I'm thinking more along the lines of a Roland Micro Cube and such, which are far more serious portable amps.

[@MrGreenYeti]

That's what I suggested, alongside some lunchbox style amps.

[@HoracioGarciaMusic]

I have the Blackstar Fly 3 and it sounds awesome! Plus, I have yet to replace the batteries.

[@alexad7570]

i just bought one, and i also use it on my laptop as a speaker . so right now i'm listening to a guy playing on a katana with the sound coming out of my katana... most acurate sound review ever! XD

[@dazednconfused-r4o]

Is it too loud for apartment?

[@Neehalmahfuz]

How does it function as a speaker is it still okay?

[@rhythmguru1]

Just a suggestion, it would be nice to see a decibel meter on amp demos (and really even guitar demos). It's so hard to get an understanding of the output being used to get the sounds you do in these demos. Through editing and the like, the overall volume is going to be similar between a 100 watt Marshall through a 4x12 as it is through this little Katana on a KZbin video (which is expected). Maybe even a meter on the side with the exact number and then a graphic that shows where it would be in terms of a "live" stage sound. As a matter of fact, it would be interesting to see you demo at different volumes so you can actually get a better understanding of the amps themselves. Obviously, this is more for a tube amp than a small practice solid state or digital. I've found that I'll see a demo of an amp that sounds great, but in the "store" where you aren't able to crank it up is can sound just plain bad at the lower volumes. Most amps sound better in their sweet spot, which I'm sure Danish Pete and Bea and others are spending a lot of time finding. Another suggestion, which may not really be possible, is to add a demo section where you actually play a small jam with a full band (at least adding drums and bass). A good guitar tone in a bedroom isn't the same as a good guitar tone with a band.

[@JohnOhkumaThiel]

Holy Hendrix! I ordered this thing yesterday because it seems like exactly what I want-a non-toy mini amp I can take with me when I play / practice outside instead of my current highly unsatisfactory and almost unwieldy outdoor rig that kinda sucks-I’m waiting for delivery today, but wanted to check out some demos and reviews anyway. Beginning of the video, I thought you were just doing an intro, then realized both of you are playing out of this thing, and it sounds terrific. Only two years a guitarist I have a 15 watt Marshall for indoors, and an iRig Nano for outdoors. As I’m upgrading my gear, this might replace both of those and I’ll get a 50 watt or greater amp. Also ordered the Tube Screamer and am building my first pedal board, so it’s going to be a great day.

[@JohnOhkumaThiel]

Got the Katana Mini, and bought myself the Katana 50 mark II for Christmas. Totally gorgeous sound.

[@Tsnafu]

It sounded really good for the money. I'd have liked to hear these amps with a bottom of the range Epiphone or Squire Bullet though as 99.99% of them will never be plugged into a £4000 Les Paul

[@harryemmott8597]

You'll find a lot of pros will be attracted to this as it sounds good and means they can warm up backstage. They're still advertising to 10 % of all guitar players, but hey, how much difference does a guitar really make? I don't get why people pay hundreds for new pickups which make so little difference to your tone. Just buy one or two good guitars and then a nice amp and Bob's yer uncle.

[@charles_wren_films]

Harry Emmott 100% agreed. I’ll be plugging an Ibanez Jem into this. Several years out of practice since starting a family and a business. No more amps kicking around in the house due to space, but plenty of guitars. This thing appeals massively.

[@jimmygubbins]

@@charles_wren_films yeah I got mine around the same time I got my Gibson sg, it's not rlly a beginner amp as per say, it's more of a all round practice amp for everyone

[@PenguinNoodleSoup]

@@harryemmott8597 pickups actually matter a lot

[@kmdracer]

just bought one of these today. (sorry, I'm in texas, so Andertons wasn't my vendor) but I truly, truly appreciate you guy's videos for review purposes. Next time I'm in UK I plan to swing by the shop

[@M3RRIH3W13]

Man, I remember having a 15w Crate solid state practice amp... it would be classified as pollution if it were made today. I think this amp sounds amazing. Boss doesn't mess around!

[@morphine0000]

Oh my goodness. Captain's Les Paul into that tiny little thing sounds absolutely massive!

[@devonfelix3673]

Ayy get it captain! Finally he really let's himself play. Usually Rob does all the playing and the captain just does the tech talk but Lee is actually a very good player, glad to see it

[@smwatson1512]

The Captain absolutely smashing the intro jam.

[@D0NL18K0]

Mr Anderton. The intro jam was some of the best playing ive seen you do. Love it!

[@roooop]

Thanks Capt & Pete! Love your videos. I just bought the Katana Mini, arrives on Wednesday. Can't wait 🎉🎉

[@The144Workshop]

I'm just here for the epic jams. Cap'n getting seriously good.

[@stephanmurphy7947]

I don’t understand all the hate for chappers, I love that guy. I hope to be, even a tenth as good as him.

[@doogdoogdoogdoogdoogdoog]

He's just annoying as fuck

[@armanzakwan1898]

Boastful

[@jimmygubbins]

I like him too just dont like how he playes

[@M17_Max]

Pete makes me want to buy a telecaster and learn some jazz and blues chords, his playing is inspirational! Awesome guys

[@gerryloughran1676]

Pete bringing the best out of the captain...great...super 'baby' Boss

[@HigzyTeflon]

"there's no reverb" ......It does have reverb -- if you turn 'Time' down to zero and 'Level' (at least) half way up, there is your reverb.

[@boydmonsen4853]

Love tour videos and comparisons. You guys rock! I stand in awe of your technical brilliance, Capitan Chappers ,Danish Pete, and all the others. You inspire me. A toast to you from the mountains of Utah!

[@portuguesebeer5069]

Great amp! I want one! In this particular vídeo the Captain plays great! Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘

[@phillipswearingin5773]

I added a Quad of EL34's to mine, and I got a great Marshall Crunch now.

[@_JOE-DAN]

I saw Chappers' video and orders this right away. I was REALLY impressed! I can't wait to get it!

[@Diy-fever]

Nice. The idea reminds me of the cool little Blackstar Fly 3

[@timansokan]

FYI: The Brown Channel can also do rolling off volume down to clean, although you may also need to roll down the tone as well on some peckup configurations. :-)

[@BobCrosley]

Well, I have to say this is a seriously kickass video! That intro jam was amazing, and I actually replayed the jams from when they broke out the LP and 335. Fantastic! Could listen to you guys jam all day. I'll add my voice to the ones calling for a battery amp shootout. And occasionally cutting to a room mic letting us hear the amps as we would if we were in the room with you.

[@tomshaug]

Loved these 2 having a great time tearing up that last jam sounding like thunder through those humble amps while the victory and marshall heads in the back sit waiting for a turn

[@Blitzkrieg_Wolf]

14:22 Lee: "What would you play at a bus stop?" Pete: "I don't know... Anyways, here's Wonderwall"

[@FilmAshton]

This is an awesome alternative to buying a honeytone amp. Having some real street performance volume WITH DELAY is amazing! I'm going to find a shop and test play this mamba jamma'!

[@WoodesosGuitarMods]

Everything sounded great except the Les Paul near the end. Buzzy buzzy bee.;-) I'm looking for a little testing amp for my workshop. This might actually fit the bill.

[@Brian-oo9di]

Nice to see you here, bud. Love the channel and have learned a lot from you and Dave!

[@theguitarmanifesto]

Hey Nelson, I just picked one up today will be making a video later on :)

[@davelanciani-dimaensionx]

I think he probably should have upped the mid-range a bit to thicken it up, it it still sounds great for amps that only cost about $100.

[@megachillin2282]

I think I like these two guys jamming together the best

[@Jstall7543]

That was a dope intro! That little amp sounds pretty legit! You guys rock!

[@patfix]

I have a Blackstar Fly 3 and wonder how this compares. Sounds pretty similar. The Fly is pretty good as well, but missing a higher gain tone. May these be more suited for that?

[@danpalmer4820]

Yeah, my take is that the Katana is basically a Fly 3 with better high gain sounds. Which works for me. I owned the Blackstar, and that was my only beef with it.

[@haydenlloyd4674]

Pete is such a good guitarist little amp sounds good too.

[@marksieczko4393]

Had to keep repeat listening to Petes' solo starting at about 18.20. Damn, what a good one! Like others say, record these jams-. The Dorje rhythm section + Chappers n Pete, or The Captain n Rabea, or The 'Sounds like' crew doing a Sounds like Zep jamming with 'Sounds like' Sabbath .....excuse I'm dribbling. Bring it on. BTW the Katana mini is great. Counting the days until my order comes through.

[@beathermit3876]

This VS. Blackstar Fly 3 with extension cab (* as pedal amps )

[@ohplezz]

The Captain has developed some serious chops as of late. Very nice.

[@keithspillett7312]

I wish we'd had stuff like this when I was a kid!

[@MrDizzygiz]

The Capt'n' is on fire!!!! Great video!!!!

[@erikfraunfelter3628]

Pete is always gonna play his crazy chords, lol! Great demo guys.

[@shahinnomani]

A shoot-out against Fly3. That'd the only valid comparison. The rest of the mini amps are toys.

[@AngusNB]

I like the Vox Mini 5 Rhythm. Add that to the shootout. :)

[@therflcommish]

Shahin Nomani The Roland Micro Cube is a fine mini amp.

[@MEDiumInc]

Dont forget the first mini amp.... The pignose. I've noticed VS a Fly 3 the Pignose has maybe 15% less clean headroom but can get way louder than the fly 3.

[@taking8614]

ok so we need a Fly-3, Vox mini 5 rythm, pignose, micro cube, and boss shootout video!

[@SirVicc]

I'm getting one of these. Just wish it had a bit more volume for possible busking use. And great playing, Lee. And Pete, that goes without saying.

[@isawlindsey]

Katana Mini vs. Roland Micro Cube GX?

[@sandrew4629]

Rob & Lee, How does this compare to the blackstar fly in stereos setup?

[@MSmifffy]

Best intro to an Andertons video by far 😂

[@Infinighost]

Please do more speaker comparisons! I love the Blueback vs Greenback video, but would really like to see some of the more common speakers (Eminence, Vintage 30s, Jensens, etc)

[@wickedgit]

that little amp sounds incredible!! thinking about getting one of these!:) 89 punds is maby 700 swedish kronor. i wanted the bigger Boss amps like those heads but that little one is more affordable for me :) i need a good traveling amp:)

[@levyschultz6589]

I've always been a spyder line 6 fan, but the boss katana series is really growing on me. The mini is great + I want to hit up the MK II with my schecter hellraiser asap! thanks for the review.

[@DarrenBushnall68]

What sort of song would you play at the bus stop...'Waitin for the Bus by ZZ Top of course!

[@davewalsh3885]

Just got paid today.......................

[@mattycee5412]

Can we have a thr10 vs boss katana video? 😜

[@setra23]

Not really a fair compraision imo, For the price of the 10 watt THR10 you can get the 100watt Katana.

[@mattycee5412]

setra23 true but for me, I work long stints overseas it's an either or option, main selling point is portability

[@Furiossa.]

Still,Yamaha THR10 is worth every dollar you pay for it....

[@mattycee5412]

Vladimir Ćinić think I'm gonna go for it, will make a great travel amp

[@Stefano_Rodriguez]

I have the Yamaha THR10. Believe me it is very portable/rugged/top quality and it's an AWESOME amp! It has everything that you'll ever need!

[@KKMDStyle]

How long do the batteries last in this device (approximately)? Can it also be plugged into a power outlet?

[@AngusNB]

You can get a power adapter for it. It isn't included. Not sure on battery life.

[@jimmyjimmy951]

GLP’s & Katana of any type are awesome. I am going to buy one to sit on top of my Katana Artist just because...😜🐨🇦🇺

[@jorgiewtf]

That purple Telly is king! OMG!

[@jameslewis2635]

Captain, if you want a tune for playing at a bus stop how about 'Magic Bus' by The Who?

[@MrJimzovich]

The Captain channelling Billy Gibbons with that LP!

[@szpyrek26]

Can you do a comparison between katana mini and blackstar fly 3?

[@nielsei]

I CALL BATTERY AMP SHOOTOUT ROLAND MICRO CUBE VS BOSS VS BLACKSTAR FLY !

[@neodrumz]

nielsei YES THIS!!! PLEASE MAKE IT HAPPEN!

[@surfarijeff7884]

It's a Katana, of course Pete's gonna love it! It actually sounds great, just wondering how loud room volume would be full tilt...

[@charlesmckenna9427]

Great vid. I love watching you guys. decided to get one of these guys after watching this. Unfortunately I'm in the USofA and no Andertons around here. I'm trying to pick up that backing rif you guys are doing. Any luck I can get a Tab. I know it's simple but just can't quiet nail it.

[@Setright230]

This looks fantastic for when my ptsd from military, when cant sleep. Rather than my blues Jnr turned right down. Back this would be great i was told if you turn timing off and delay full you get reverb???? I’m in Australia its now 2018 hope i can find one love its analog warmer sound and can put a TB into it or Boss BD. Them i can play at 3 am in bed or take it to the park and play in the sound on a strat which love but also can throw on a Gibson LP standard you guys made me end up buying in Honey burst in Australia only Gibson I have but i do love it. I’m more blues classic rock so this be spot on. fender nut lol guitars and tube amps.

[@IggyBing]

Good review of non-heavy use. Other videos display the metal possibilities better.

[@joevation]

I'd love to see a shootout between this and blackstar fly stereo. Just bought the fly and I love it but this thing sounds so good!!!

[@RK-ec5ms]

Brilliant playing!

[@akwamarsunzal]

Blackstar Fly v Katana Mini!!!! PLEASE!!!!

[@EdCoombesDogs]

Now I want one that's sounds amazing with the Les paul

[@SpiralDogs]

Hmmm. A Boss Katana Mini amp or a shopping spree at Poundland?

[@desireekenny492]

I know it isn't a self contained combo , but, to Lee and the guys at Andertons, have you tried any of the Joyo amps that have come out? I have a 20 watt Joyo Blue Jay which is based on the tone of a Blues Jr. Its a hybrid head similar to a micro terror. I use it to gig thru a 2x12 cab. I love the amp. The bantamp series are based on other popular amp brands like a Boogie , a MCM, an AC30 An Orange and A 5150 . the tones are very surprising.

[@gj9665]

Damn that jam at the beginning was great

[@AvidEric]

This begs the question: Katana Mini, Yamaha THR10 (or even 5) or Vox Mini 5 (or 3)?

[@MusicalMetaddicta]

Eric M. Vox Mini5 is very Good, you can drive a Cab with the internal speaker wire. just get a Jack and run it out the back. sound really good actually. the internal speaker is not bad.

[@matthewshort7904]

Just sold a bigger and downsized to this thing. My other amp was too loud for the dorm I lived in. I'm just a bedroom player so I don't need anything to crazy.

[@Obsidianus]

14:23 there's a ZZ Top tune that would fit ;)

[@lianashaffer1983]

That 1:09 and on was gnarly. Kept reminding it

[@TheBsmith97]

love my katana head, this seems like a great mini version

[@marksieczko7766]

Captain Lee - When are Andertons actually gonna get these in stock? "Tired of Waiting".

[@whynotme5926]

would be a good deal if you got the power adapter with it.

[@ptrisonic]

Rob C says you can get reverb by turning one delay knob off and the other delay knob full on - I just can’t remember which one...... :) Pete.

[@ptrisonic]

I like the sound and most of my guitar playing (is not live) but recording Soundtracks... I have also heard that Boss altered the treble response of this amp compared to the 100 water - but personally I never had an issue with mine.

[@leodare101]

Lee, what would you choose for the office - the Blackstar ID Core 10 or Katana Mini. Cheers

[@willconway1308]

Which would you recommend more: The Yamaha THR10C or this? I know one has more bells and whistles, but I live an apartment with roommates and don't want to bother them too much.

[@alexandergladwin1770]

anyone else driven crazy but the tuner not being turned off on the 335 in the background?

[@mikecorbett1030]

But the same brand power supply (not included) is close on £30. So the actual price was about £119

[@ionobelisk]

surely you'd play Waitin' For The Bus by ZZTop!

[@archkarr18]

i made mine bluetooth..got a bluetooth adapter from best buy and plugged it into aux jack..viola..BLUETOOTH..i jam wth youtube backing tracks!...great for shredding at low volume..or kinda loud ..but just for a practice amp

[@mike7173]

Great Vid review guys! Thanks

[@overdrivemejimmy6847]

I agree with Pete sadly as soon as I hear that a piece of gear uses apps or needs to be connected to a computer my mind just shuts off like "Nope!"

[@alexandergladwin1770]

Jimmy Jonsson me too, I just wana' plug in, set my EQ and be ready to go

[@KompletterGeist]

Absolutely agree! A lot of gear companies don't realize that 3/4 of all guitar players just want a nice tone that inspires them. Having millions of customizable options actually makes it harder to get a nice tone and is time consuming (when i pick up my guitar, i wanna play and not setup my sound for half an hour), so I'm really glad that Boss released a product that just sounds nice out of the box

[@DimaPavlenko]

So true. As well as those floor multi effects. Too much options.

[@Jonathan-L]

Pity Boss didn't include the reverb & chorus that the Roland Cube Lite has.

[@Martyr9991]

Danish Pete again looking super sexy with the new haircut. Much guy love.

[@pablobing271]

please can you tell me how many vatios have the amp, and kind of battery bring it on ,because i can't found any information about this , thanks !

[@clechien]

When is Pete coming out with an album???

[@andertons]

We think he is cooking something up :-)...

[@jonny1251]

My favourite sound on the amp is clean channel on full gain

[@Lordraven29]

Does boss or blackstar make a small practice amp with an effect loop in back so I can plug in my fun pedals and jam in the comfort of my room? I'm curious since they're new brands for me. I'm usually a vox or orange guy, but with all the cool tones and value from the new boss and blackstar amps. I figure I give them a try.

[@KwAs_]

It is incredible!

[@michaelhanby7273]

These are priced low enough & they're small enough that getting 2 of them would make a an extremely portable stereo rig, that appears to be very pedal-friendly. What they actually sound like in person will be my deciding factor. But a great little practice amp, it looks like.

[@HamidShibataBennett]

Michael Hanby I use a Yamaha THR10 and Blackstar Fly 3 with my Volto powered pedalboard. It makes for a great portable stereo setup for low volume music making.

[@chrisdekopoore8483]

blackstar fly v's katana mini and others similar, gotta be done!

[@alexandre5882]

can i dare to make a suggestion? move the mics a little bit further from the amps

[@deetee-uk]

What settings did you have it on with the LP - guitar and amp?

[@jace5312]

So, between the Blackstar Fly 3 and this, which is better?

[@arkavagoswami3068]

hey captain,thank u for this vid,really awesome demostration...i have a question that i have a boss me 80 n a mahogany bdy guitar with seymour duncan sh6 .if i chain it to katana mini,will the modern metal sound be achievable with this equipments for home practice?plz give ideas then i'll buy it.thank you.cheers from India.