Boss Katana BASS 210 - YES!!!!!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

P.s, if you enjoyed the the outro jam, it’s also available on my Bandcamp here :) (and so is Moth of course!) - cicibass.bandcamp.com/track/afterborn

[@auntjenifer7774]

The tone you had in the very beginning intro sounded so good !

[@allenmrf]

While your outro Afterborn was amazing, your intro speaks to me, may I be able to get a copy from you?

[@kiWi-zv8vr]

that intro is the most beautiful sound i've ever heard come from a bass!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Wow, thank you so much :) I’m so glad you like it!

[@jeichorn63]

I agree. And what a massive, massive tone.

[@MicahTischler]

I'm experiencing a problem with this video - the intro is so beautiful that it made me go listen to Moth on loop. ;)

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Hahaha! You made my day :) Thank you very much!

[@WheresTheM3tal]

What song was that???

[@richardembery]

Bloody hell. Dave and you are such soulful players. Your playing on this really moved me. Really really beautiful.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so so much Richard, it really does mean the world to hear that :)

[@John-e4p1x]

Calm Cici playing is one of the best things in life.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Ahh thank you so much, it means a lot to hear that :)

[@Erulin68]

As with all Boss Katana's the Tone Studio really opens it up to a whole new level. Heck, on my Katana 50 Mk II, I can even get my single coiled Telecaster to sound like a humbuckered Les Paul. Thanks for the video, very nice one... well worth a follow and a thumbs up 👍

[@arthurrutledge7788]

I just came home from church I'm jaming with your music 🎵🎶

[@musicnut1433]

Have you ever thought of forming a space rock Hawkwind influenced band? The way you play bass, with synths and oscillators in the background would sound f***ing awesome!!! 😎👍🏻

[@Briansgate]

dude, Hawkwind was far out!

[@bioni76]

love your playing Cici! it is very melodic and tasteful

You are one of the person who is damaging me economically young lady! But giving me huge inspiration, desire to practice more and learn new things as almost 33 years old person who is quite new to bass and effects. Thank you a lot and I am so glad that KZbin algorithms recommended you to me :)

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Haha! I would apologise if this stuff wasn’t so life changeingly awesome :) I’m so happy to hear that, thank you so much!!

[@tomwagenbach2690]

I'm 66 now, started torturing the bass a year ago and made the decision for the 210 today after watching you playing last night. Thank you very much for your explanations !! Do you have some further tips for understanding this pedaltechnic and wtf is fx ???? 🌸Saluti🌸

[@derekrickard3883]

Cool video Cici ......new amp sounds great, as is your playing!

[@johndelong9230]

Your the bomb Cici, your such a positive personality you could sell almost anything. Really like the 2-10 amp, saving up.

[@bassimprovjams3772]

Sweetwater has them to finance for like $28 a month for 24 months! Ima jump on that sweetwater is a superb company! I highly recommend doing that!

[@robertyoung7027]

That sounded great! Love your channel

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

@@robertyoung7027 Thank you so much Robert! :)

[@djones2087]

If I could give this multiple thumbs up, I would. Really good demo. Awesome performance at the end!

[@stevegroves]

You are a superb musician Cici you can really capture true emotion and feel in your playing, loved that intro just awesome! Great demo cheers!

[@astewart9410]

I recently got the Katana MkII 100w head and 212 cabinet. It's unreal. I share your excitement for this bass amp! Congrats!

[@aftertheendtimes]

Beautiful playing Cici =) Love Cheers💚🎸

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much! I’m really glad you liked it :)

[@keef4937]

That intro was awesome, and the little smile was magical, it’s obvious how much you love playing. Great stuff.

[@Kalthos85]

About your looper issue in case you haven’t figured it out: in Tone Studio you should be able to change your signal chain to move the FX Loop after your third effect. Cheers! Absolutely loving this video and am convinced that I want this amp now

[@davelewis4215]

CiCI , Good to see your enjoying the Bass Katana.👍I’ve had the smaller one for a few months and love it.👍 I’m still getting used to all the options in this box 👍

[@FromTheMosh]

Best review on KZbin, believe me I've watched them all. You covered it all so well, thankyou Cici! And afterborn was really really special, wow........

[@MrSrtman18]

This was bad ass! Thank you for doing this! You are a bad ass bass player!

[@danpowell9387]

Wow, CiCi that outro jam felt like I was flying across the universe! You are incredible! ✌

[@davidfrey7301]

Finally found someone who thoroughly demonstrated this amp! I was already sold on it and ordered one last week but not because of the demos of guys thinking that clicking through the different settings while playing their greatest Flea and Geddy licks. Definitely not what this amp was intended for. Thank you.

[@joshuafox2199]

Awesome! I love mine. So much fun.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Glad you love yours too!! Thanks so much for watching :)

[@franklincheney3653]

Beautiful playing, the versatility re-defines the bass as an wide-range instrument. I imagine a decent electric piano would also sound amazing. Thanks for sharing!

[@nigelfairchild5820]

So glad you did part of this with the P4 Exotic. Still loving mine and in the market for a new combo. Well done. Cheers!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Awesome! They really are fantastic :)

[@LauraSquirrel]

Fantastic video! The intro and outro jams were great.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much Laura! :)

[@georgiannamwilson]

great video great job as always amazing playing

[@fumanchu7073]

Absolutely love love love the playing!! Found you by listening to Dave's stuff and so glad I did. You guys are a powerhouse of talent and your playing is just incredible in it's melodic and sound palette...oh the amp is great too ;) I;m a Katana Artist player.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Ahh wow, thank you so much, it really means the world to hear that :)

[@arneolson7114]

this is why I like your playing puts me in heaven and I'm a drummer

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

That’s amazing to hear, thank you so much :)

[@TheSavagederek]

Beautiful playing. I really enjoyed that ❤️

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much, I’m so glad you enjoyed it :)

[@AdamBurseMusic]

Great demo Cici, that amp sounded awesome 😀🤘🎵🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@robertmansell3667]

That outro jam was Epic ! ❤❤❤

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much Robert!! I’m really glad you enjoyed it :)

[@robjones7725]

So glad you've done this in depth review of this amp. I have the guitar verrsion, which is great and Dave rates them highly too. I think I may invest in the 110 version of this amp when the time and cash is right. Thanks for your informative, entertaining review; and great playing as always😃 You're intro and outro are stunningly fabulous taking electric bass to new levels for me 😍

[@k.peterdingain2499]

Beautifully inspiring playing as ever, thanks for another great track.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much, I’m really glad you enjoyed it :)

[@mykneeshurt8393]

Outro Jam is killer.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

@@mykneeshurt8393 Thank you so much! :)

[@MrSrtman18]

Pretty much one of the greatest things ive heard from a bass!

[@alexalmacin4215]

Moth is just amazing. Really tickles my brain

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much, it means a lot to hear that :)

[@mateusamasu1562]

Very very cool playing, demo and amp, congratz

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed it :)

[@2000SkyView]

explained what PAD is well done! no other review does.

[@tiborkovacs5317]

This vid is boss that amp sounds nice & sharp aswell... Hahah goodstuff great playing good telling the story of the amp thanks.

[@michaelbrohl1625]

Katana's are great for players like Cici who are very talented and creative with making new sounds. I'm just an old school thumper who likes as few knobs and buttons as I can get away with.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

That’s really kind of you to say, thanks so much Michael :) Nothing wrong with that at all! The older I get the more I prefer simple basses above active ones, something I never thought would happen haha!

[@josh78c]

@@CiciVonStrangelovehave you any presets for the katana bass that you’re sharing?

[@ChristTiger]

Well done, Cici! As usual, your enthusiasm has me smiling. Cheers! 😊

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

I’m very happy to hear that! Thank you so much :)

[@Rocktalk101]

super cool amp great video Boss is really knocking it out of the park with these amps!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you!! They really are :)

[@KrisWilliams-o9z]

Thank you so much cici I follow on you on tik tok and to see you demo an amp I've just bought and trying to figure out all the settings has been quite daunting thank you so much

[@leighwilsonartist]

Wonderful playing Queenie, sounds huge!This looks very versatile Boss are the go to amps when you want a great sound without breaking the bank👍

[@jrbass62]

This video helped me to make the decision to buy one, Thanks Cici! I want to try mine with a Genzler line array 2x10 cabs. I love the effects sound great and they're usable sounds..

[@Turbostang]

Awesome playing and tone

[@Paul-D]

Im surprised that this took so long to come out tbf. looks like a great option for bassists. Long live the mighty katana :D

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

The reason it took so long is because I hadn’t been at home to be able to film it :)

[@EdCoombesDogs]

I think Paul ment the amp release 😁

[@jackiejames8575]

Boss - great equipment, I love my boss harmoniser, especially the reverbs!

[@sahamal_savu]

I own the Katana 50 MKII guitar amp and I seriously want to get the Bass Katana 110 but I'm pretty sure my neighbors wouldn't appreciate it 😂 The Bass Katana might even sound better than the guitar version, thanks for the demo!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Haha brilliant! I’m sure your neighbours will love it, just don’t turn the volume down and you can interpret their gestures and mouthing as wild cheering and compliments! 😂

[@gimmeagig]

That was a really nice piece you played at the beginning

[@altumpaul]

So I now have this amp on the way to plug my srms800 in. Can't wait!

[@bassimprovjams3772]

Very nice Cici! We should do a colab one day I don’t think the people of this world could handle such beauty tho 😎 I need this cab!!Well done Boss and Cici!!! 🤘

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much!! We definitely should! 😊 It really is an awesome amp!

[@bassimprovjams3772]

@@CiciVonStrangelove I’m definitely down!!

[@Rolf_D]

Best Bass Sound in your videos so far! You shoud use a tripod for the Camera so the shaking of the picture will be gone.

[@chrisoxley7148]

Cici ... watched yer awesome video(s) and convinced me to scoop a 210 myself to add to my colony of Kats . Super impressed so thanks much for the great review annnd really loved your very excellent playing. Cheerz from an ex Limey from St Helen's, Lanc. back in '66 ... Over the pond in 🇨🇦 now... subbbscribed thx !

[@mattshackelford6624]

Great review! Merry Christmas!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much Matt! Merry Christmas :)

[@2danandrews]

I didn't know I needed a new amp, but I think I might

[@bradsmith8193]

Just awesome, thanks

[@erollf1972]

I just have to say that I don't know how many times that I have just gotten lost because I plugged in a random pedal or other piece of gear . It is nice just sometimes ride the wave. Thanks for the sharing!

[@WesleyWattley-xy4fg]

Healing frequencies ❤ 🌎 ✨️ 💖 skill patience endurance ✌️ ☮️ 🕊 🇬🇧 Much Needed 😮from the Heart!

[@johngreene6014]

Are you sure you where not around in the late 60s early 70s . Fantastic .

[@Journeestothesmokeymoon]

From an old rocker to a young rocker...just want to say your amazing and adorable.

[@EdCoombesDogs]

The Kat sounds epic great playing Ive just got my daughter a mini ibenez and a mini ashdown amp 😁 9 days till she knows 😁

[@marktaylor4615]

Love your playing, your creativity with effects and loops and your infectious enthusiasm. Had to subscribe. I'm a long time musician/songwriter/composer recently converted to bass. Looking for my first giggable bass amp. Strongly leaning towards a Katana now I've seen this. X

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much Mark, it really means the world to hear that! Thanks for your support :) That’s fantastic, hope you enjoy your bass journey, whatever amp you end up going for! Happy to help out to the best of my ability if you ever have any questions about anything bass! I’d love to hear some of your stuff :)

[@jackiejames8575]

gorgeous sounds x

[@td4049]

Thank you for a great video! Have you had the chance to compare it against the 110 model?

[@selimyenahc3184]

Can you share your patches? That would be great!

[@jamessickles1859]

Amazing video!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you liked it :)

[@tylaw2722]

I love your sound Cici, you inspire me to get better everytime I watch one of your videos. Is there any way to get your amp settings on your your sound effects they sound incredible

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

That’s amazing to hear, thank you so much!! I have a video all about my pedalboard (a slightly older one titled ‘tour of the mothership’ and a newer one titled ‘build a pedalboard with me’ where I talk through all my effects and their settings in the latter half. I don’t have my katana settings uploaded anywhere yet!

[@lilian896]

Love the hammer on effect and the wah. I like both Queenie and Cici, which do you prefer? Thanks🦋

[@DarrellW_UK]

That amp is badass, it would absolutely blow my windows out 😂 love the tones and internal FX but tbh I prefer (cheap) pedals just to play with. I still find it difficult to understand how someone your size copes with playing a full size bass; I’m taller and bigger than you and can manage a Uke bass no problem, a short scale just about ok but a normal size seems to be too big, same with guitars, I prefer a 000 or OM size, electric guitars are fine….. it drives me crazy 😂😂😂 P.s. I just love your solo playing, it just makes me want to play bass more and experiment with it! 💖💕💖

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Haha, it is really loud!! 😂Thank you so much for the kind words, I’m so glad it makes you want to play more!! That’s absolutely awesome to hear :)

[@TheDarkKnight73]

Love mine. Great amp

[@richardlynch5632]

Happy for this inclusion into your universe 😎👍 Dream on😎👍❤🖖

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much Richard! :)

[@RickMayMusic]

you play beautifully..

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that :) I’m glad you like it

[@caycejones1258]

@CiciBass I'm sure someone has probably pointed this out to you by now, but I think the owner's manual might have the answer you're looking for about the effects loop and FX2. Towards the back of the manual, there's a basic block diagram of how the physical circuit inside the amp is laid out. The effects loop comes well after FX1 and just before FX2. I don't know how that affects what you're experiencing, but I don't think it's a software thing. I think that's where they are physically laid out on the board, so I don't think it can be changed. I'd be happy to be wrong though. I have a couple of Roland Cube amps (30X and 80XL). THE 80XL manual also has a block diagram of that amp. I've found it really helpful in understanding how the amp works. On a side note, I also have the service diagram of that amp's circuitry as well, so I can study it at the component level. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the 80XL's amp was class A/B as well. Thank you for the excellent demo. I love the sounds you make and I don't even have words to do justice to your playing. I think your fingers must have a direct connection to your heart 😊

[@kalvinmiller8233]

Very nice sound mesmerizing

[@theressomelovelyfilthdownh4329]

My first proper practice amp was a 80s Laney G 150 amp head, and an old Peavey 2×15 cab. Wee, dinky 30w practice amp to that, prob not the best move ever. But these things happen when m8s are flogging off gear. So don't be like me, and don't buy a wardrobe. I'm 6.2" 220lbs, worked outside gardening. And that feckng cab was brutal to move, even with another grown adult helping. The amp head was good, but I had zero regrets after selling on that 2×15 cab.

[@SocratesOnABike]

I recently got my first bass, and your video definitely has me considering the smaller version of this, the 110. I'm going to try to hold off though, to save my wallet. lol. The features are pretty crazy!

[@sylvainm5790]

You will make patch on katana bass amp?

[@kendoiron8015]

Resurfacing this: would like the settings for getting that intro effect (reverb, chorus drive etc and their various levelsll

[@wb8802]

Excellent ambient tones. I’m wondering what a Bass 6 through the 210 would sound like. Or maybe a baritone tele…

[@paulbartell38]

Lovely stuff, Queenie. I used to favour 10” speakers for their “tightness” on gigs, especially. I’ve used 15”’S on gigs & found them “woolly”. I found the same thing with the Precision bass compared to a Jazz bass. More definition in a live situation. I suppose it depends on venue-size, playing-style etc.. ♥️🎵🙏🏻🎶🤔💐

[@AmandaCopeteShin]

Thanks for your review! I'm still looking for a substitution for my amp but there's so many… Orange looks cool but it's so pricy, Rumble is the cheapest and Katana only have two opts (110 and 210). I'm thinking this to be useful for a short future gigs (by now it's home practice + play with drums & 2 guitars), that's why it's taking me ages to decide hahahaha If you had to choose between Katana, Orange and Rumble which one will be your choice? (I was also thinking on head + cab but sometimes it's not that cheap lol)

[@spazridley]

Would really like to know what that opening track was. So good!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much, I’m really glad you like it :) It’s a song I wrote called Moth, it was the first song I ever wrote, when I was around 14/15 It’s on my Bandcamp and also my channel :) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppzZcoaajKaGg9ksi=JY-6rc_FzzVCMWi3

[@CDIME3030]

any chance your willing to do another video about the other different fx because i can't find any video that has one

[@csj9619]

This puppy is definately on my wishlist. I've got a Katana 50 mk2 and I'm happy as a clam with it, so plan on scoring the 210 bass Katana as playin' bass is my main deal now. Just can't decide on upgrading my bass or amp first. (currently using a Peavey MAX112 combo that I traded for an acoustic guitar and a Rogue LX pro six-string

[@snowheyoh2499]

Hi does gafc footswitch work on the boss katana bass amp?

[@warburgaby]

Great amp... and great price! My only two doubts are: 1) that it is too heavy, 21kg is a lot, compared to a Markbass or a GRbass it is very heavy; 2) that with all these digital effects the true sound of my bass is lost... Thanks cici!

[@ralphieralph9176]

IN LOVE..

[@TheSavagederek]

I never have my Compressor off. Its a TC Spectra Comp which is ace. I like the idea of a built in one though.

[@GazHogan]

Nice video Queenie, I've been playing Bass for over 35 years , I have only just found out that Boss did a Katana Bass Amp and was surprised when I saw you reviewing one . I have recently started watching Dave's videos and I was delighted when I saw you here,,,, Great video btw and great playing x (P.S I also play Guitar and me and my son BOTH have 50w Katanas, I have the 1 and my son has the 2,,,,cool, great Amps)P.P.S I'ma get me one of those babies 😋

[@richardbrown5964]

Watching this on my tv which I’m not logged in so I’ve loaded YT on here where I am logged in so I can press like 😀🙈

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

That’s very kind of you! Thank you so much :)

[@traben_user7613]

In terms of loudness / giggability (if that is a word), how would you compare this to a Fender Rumble 500/800? Thanks!

[@masongreenwood2152]

About the FX2 going through the FX loop - you can change the signal path by going to 'chain select' in the tone studio app! Beautiful playing btw!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you! :) I did try that, but no matter where I put it I still have the same problem sadly (I still could be doing something wrong!)

[@NobodyNewsNetwork]

0:38 I just started playing bass and I'm having trouble not getting that "string scratch" noise when I'm playing. ANY tips? Or is this some I will just naturally learn as I keep playing? Beautiful song!!!!

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

One workaround is to use flatwound strings! Personally I’m not a fan of them as I don’t like how they feel, but you may love them and many people do, so it’s worth a try if you’re ever able to :) Another thing is that yes, the more you play the less extraneous noise you’ll get, however it’ll never go away fully as it’s a natural part of having such large strings with wider gaps between winds, and your fingerprints getting into those gaps. Personally, I like hearing extraneous noise on bass, guitar, and other instruments, as when things are too perfect it sounds clinical to me, and I like the fact you can hear that moment in time and that person’s fingers on the instrument, it’s present on almost any old recording (up until maybe the 90s where it became more common to fine tune and remove noise) and it gives it character and life to me. Same thing as being able to hear people turning on pedals and other random noises, as is audible in a lot of Peter Green recordings! But, that is of course personal preference :) One other thing is the more high frequencies you have in your tone, the more string noise you’ll hear as it becomes clearer and more pronounced! I’m really glad you enjoyed the song, thank you so much :)

[@NobodyNewsNetwork]

@@CiciVonStrangelove Thank you for the response! Yes, I have noticed when I lower the tone knob they aren't as pronounced. The first song I'm learning is Schism by Tool so I need (I think I need) that high end to hear the snap from the hammer ons. I'll keep practicing; thanks again for the in depth response!! I really appreciate it.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

@@NobodyNewsNetwork No worries at all! That’s a wicked song to learn! Yes you’re absolutely right, Justin’s tone does seem to be mostly (if not all) bass and treble frequencies, rather than midrange! Also for what it’s worth, you can even hear some slight finger noise from Justin’s bass on songs like Wings For Marie in places. His tone is definitely a recipe for finger noise, but it seems like because a lot of his basslines are so chordal and percussive anyway, it’s not so noticeable. He is also of course a very controlled player, but even he gets string noise :)

[@secallen]

Cici sorry to bother you, but would you use this amp for gigging in pubs, etc? How does it hold up against a drum kit and a noisy room? Thank you!

[@danram69]

lovely ,have i seen you onthe anderton videos?

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Most likely! I do their bass videos, and the Sound Like series :) thanks for taking the time!

[@LifetimeBiker]

Hi Cici , Thank you for taking the time and effort to make this video.🙏 Currently choosing between Katana Bass 110 & Orange Bass 50 combo. Total Newbie , Would appreciate your thoughts on which may be the better option ? Pairing with Ibanez SR300 , Home use only. Thank you

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Hey Andrew, thanks so much for taking the time to check it out :) Personally, I would go with the Katana, as you have a lot more options for your money. But the Orange Crush 50 is an awesome amp, just depends on if you’re bothered about having a myriad of sounds, or one particular sound you like :) So cool you’re using at SR300, that was my first bass!

[@LifetimeBiker]

@@CiciVonStrangelove Hey Cici , Thanks for the reply , I was thinking Katana for the same reason you put forward but I also wonder how much benefit the bigger speaker in the Orange would be. "If all else fails , Boss Katana" , I keep hearing this voice in my head .... ??🤔 I should mention that actually getting to a shop to hear them in person is not possible currently.

[@TenFalconsMusic]

I had to decide between this Katana for £550 & a Warwick Gnome 2x10 (300s cab) & 280w head for £440. Went with the Gnome and it's a tiny monster😁👍 The extra 120w makes a massive difference & seems much lighter. The head fits in my bass case compartment (with plenty of room to spare) and the cab is small enough to carry like a briefcase. Saved £110 & gained almost 2x the power. Disclaimer: I already had an effects pedal.

[@alexforshaw]

Great demo of a fab amp - half tempted to get myself one but I think my current Mk2 Katana 50 will cover my needs for now. I looked up the Bass 210 manual online and the signal path does show the send/return loop between FX1 and FX2 so it looks like there's no way to change the order if you've got your looper pedal in the fx loop. Curious that Boss made the bass amp different from the guitar versions where the effects all come after the send/return loop.

[@CiciVonStrangelove]

Thank you so much Alex! Interesting, thanks for the info :)