How To Use Katana Librarian Mobile App For Boss Katana MK2

[@Guitarnivore]

***NOTE: IN OREDER TO USE THE APP WITH iOS, YOU NEED A BLUETOOTH WiDi ADAPTER. This app works for ALL Katana mK2 amps to include the new 50 EX. I did a video for the Katanaman App as well that can be viewed here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iX3EdXuma9aDkJY

[@StratsRUs]

The Apps have always been great for the Yamaha THR and Fender Mustang too. Bluetooth Marshall CODE is fantastic. I'm grateful for all those clever people out there. Thanks for taking the time to show this.

[@Dad-Gad]

Bought the Katana Librarian years ago for my Mark 1 , absolute life saver that completely unlocks the amp imo 👍

[@lannyfromcanada3485]

The easiest cord that works for me on android phone was USB B (back of amp connection) to USB C. Bought online, sent the next day. Works perfect, get the 6ft not 3ft.

[@Guitarnivore]

Definitely at least 6'. When I got my first guitar, my parents bought me a 3ft instrument cable. I was grateful and mad at the same time. 😆

[@MacBladeOnly]

Everything I read said to buy some Bluetooth adapter. How has nobody suggested this. I just ordered a USB-B to lighting for my iPhone. Hope that’ll work and it’s only $10

[@EnemyIsEverywhere]

@@MacBladeOnlyDid that cable work? Thinking about doing the same.

[@MacBladeOnly]

@@EnemyIsEverywhere sure didn’t. Disappointing

[@immortalgram]

I rely on the app. As my laptop is crap. Thanks for posting this video. It really helps how to use it.

[@Guitarnivore]

Glad I could help!

[@bear1084]

This does work with the Airstep Kat Bluetooth foot switch, for those like me that have the 50 mk II 😁😁

[@Guitarnivore]

That's great!. Thanks for letting us know.

[@guitarman7xExcelsior]

Good to know. I was just trying to decide between the two pedal options. I'm leaning Airstep.

[@shakasuhdude1921]

I can’t get the app to connect to my airstep for some reason..

[@mikepalmer1971]

@@shakasuhdude1921I seen another video and the guy said he had to get a Bluetooth CME Widi device. Not sure if that helps you or not,

[@jasonwojcik]

"I hope you can see where I am touching" ending with "That is what she said" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 It is a really neat app, sounds like money well spent JUST TO NOT HAVE TO LUG A LAPTOP AROUND. Thank you for making the video

[@spivvo]

Hi thanks for the video. At the beginning you show a few adaptors including the one for iphone/ipad. I purchased that adaptor for iPad but it appears that librarian ap only works via bluetooth when using an ipad/iphone. Luckily I already purchased a very cheap android tablet sole for using katana librarian (works great) but people please note you cannot connect your iPad by cable to your katana and make the ap work... you need either a blue tooth adaptor for the amp or one of those airstep things. Shame because I'd hoped that I would just be able to connect up my iphone for gigs rather than have to take the tablet with me.

[@Guitarnivore]

Yeah, my apologies. I didn't have all of the information when I made the video and I've always used android. I didn't find out that OTG to lightning cable doesn't work until about a month after I made the video. I don't understand why that hasn't be resolved with iPhone/iPad yet.

[@colinsibthorpe6926]

Thanks for the video & very well explained. I've been using both Katana Librarian & Boss Tone Studio & both platforms have their merits. Librarian is great if you don't always have access to your laptop.

[@Guitarnivore]

I concur! I tried Katana Man Pro mobile app too. Not as good as Librarian, but not a bad option.

[@bruceberry5331]

Thank you so much! This was very helpful.

[@Guitarnivore]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Dave062YT]

Just got my 50 mkII EX ,it 's now compatible with the ga fc but the virtual version looks good enough tbh .Cheers great video.

[@Guitarnivore]

*Should I buy and demo the "Katana Man" app so you can get a feel for that one as well?*

[@jediknight2627]

Would love a video on that. I just got a artist mk2 and your video on how to update the katana and download the tone studio made it a breeze. Last year I had to do that without your help on a katana 100. I was so frustrated with the computer I almost threw it out my window. Thanks for the help and great boss coverage. Maybe get the artist head and cabinet in the future?

[@Guitarnivore]

@@jediknight2627 I would just love to have the Artist again. The head and cabinet is a bit out of my budget and way more than I need to do what I do.

[@frankiethefixer]

This app is great! Have it over a year. Money well spent!

[@krustdogg131]

This is crazy. Just discovering what these amps can do

[@ThomasP95]

This app is game changer of using a Katana. Definitely worth to pay for full version.

[@Guitarnivore]

Absolutely!

[@marcelo_7106]

Is this app paid?

[@ThomasP95]

@@marcelo_7106 if you want unlock fully potential of this app - yes, but it's very cheap.

[@dvoracekjosef1]

absolutely cool Thanks :)

[@AnnoyingCritic-is7rp]

This looks better than the PC version.

[@ScottDCole-bc6df]

Hey Scott! Thanks for doing such great videos!! You really do a thorough job-really appreciate you! I'm a new Katana MKii EX user, and have both the GA-FC EX and the standard GA-FC linked. I've been using the Tone Studio, but I'm having a helluva time matching the amp volume across all the 8 patches I have loaded. Also, I'm having trouble getting the settings right so that when I change between channels, they always default to having the Boost off. Would really appreciate some guidance, particularly on the 1st issue. I've had trouble finding any good reference material to help me with this. Thanks a ton~!

[@Guitarnivore]

So addressing the volume. I set my master at a specific point and then use the editor to get my patch volumes to match and then save them to the channel. Once you do that, you may want to drag them back into Tone Studio after saving them to the amp and overwriting the old one. As far as boost, set the bosot you want to use and then turn it off and write it to the amp. Then drag it back to the liveset to overwrite the old file. Now when you load it on the amp, you should be able to toggle the boost on/off, with it being in the off position at first. I hope that helps.

[@ScottDCole-bc6df]

@@Guitarnivore Awesome - hope to have some time tonight to test this out and reload all my patches - I'll let you know if I get it nailed - thanks so much for the speedy reply! ☺️

[@robphillips8351]

Can't say enough great things about this app..

[@albertmarkethinkpr1325]

@Guitarnivore have you tried the Boss dual cube LX?

[@Guitarnivore]

No, I haven't.

[@timrowe1788]

Thanks for doing this video and introducing me to the Librarian app! New to this so please forgive my ignorance, but I use Tone Studio on my pc with Katana Mkii connected and have a few livesets saved. I want to be able to use this app on my tablet in a live situation, but I'm not sure how to get my patches from tone studio into the librarian app? Any pointers gratefully appreciated, thanks.

[@Guitarnivore]

So, first you have to export the patch or liveset to your computer from Tone Studio to a file on your computer and then upload it to somewhere you can download it from on the web, such as google drive or dropbox. This video shows how to export to your PC, if you don't know how. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHawemWMo7aGb9k

[@jackschijven8219]

Does this work for the Artist MK2 and an iPhone? Librarian on the iPhone requires Bluetooth to connect to the amp. You showed an OTG but that wired not Bluetooth. Did I miss something. Much obliged.

[@Guitarnivore]

It works with all of the Katana MK2's, but for iPhone it requires a bluetooth WiDi adapter. You can learn more about that here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6iYq5mBm8eoqassi=3F4ZFozIYE_WozvN

[@jamesbondaygee]

So I thought there was some official Android app for the katana MK2 is there not? And can you just plug in the cable directly?

[@Guitarnivore]

No, not the Mk1 or Mk2. Katana Librarian is fantastic though. Katanaman Pro is pretty good too, but Librarian is better.

[@jesseparrish9198]

When I buy the katana librarian will I be able to access presets that people uploaded to save to the amp?

[@jesseparrish9198]

I have an android phone btw

[@Guitarnivore]

@@jesseparrish9198 You sure can. In this older video, I show you how to. The key is to know where you saved the patches to. I have it ready to go where I start to explain it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m5fOXmB9idyjbc0si=DR2Wz__kgg0IS7BK&t=470

[@LukasDozer]

On the Katana Go library I can take all my guitar patches that I have created and save them into the library? Thank you.

[@Guitarnivore]

I'm a little confused by the question and just want to clarify. So you have patches you created on your phone/tablet you created from the MK2 and you want to import them into the Katana:Go library? If so, yes. You just need to know where the folder is that they are stored in. In the Go Library, you touch the import button in library, choose the cloud import option and then bypass the cloud and search for the file folder the patches are in.

[@LukasDozer]

Yes it was a little confusing but I got it. Thanks again! 🤘🎸

[@Dubstepevents]

Great explanation. so i can connect my katana 50 mk2 to my iphone or ipad via a cable? i dont need a bluetooth device or footswitch like the Airstep?

[@Guitarnivore]

Unfortunately with the iPhone you need a WiDi adapter, I think it's called. Might be easier to find an old, cheap android tablet to use.

[@Weinmaste]

Is the paid app a one time purchase or per month? Also i have a samsung note 20 phone, what cable would i need for that to work connecting to the amp?

[@Guitarnivore]

Yes, it's a one time purchase. Did your phone come with one of those transfer adapters with USB-C that goes in your phone and then a USB-A (rectangular part that normally goes into the computer) on the other end? If so, you can use that with a regular USB A/B cable to connect to your amp. Otherwise you'll need something like this: www.amazon.com/s?k=usb+otg+adapter+type+c&crid=389KGMQ9T5KA3&sprefix=usb+otg%2Caps%2C227&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_7_7

[@Talos193]

Hi ! Great videos, you've been a good help ! I've got an issue with the app on my Katana 100 MK1 : I created some patches in my library, one using the Harmonist FX and an OD, but everytime I load this patch I have to disable and re-enable the FX and the overdrive for them to work. Do you happen to know what I do wrong and how to solve this issue ? Thanks !

[@Guitarnivore]

I can't really help with the Mk1 but I understand that you can only have three FX on at one time, as opposed to the MK2 where you can have 6. Maybe that's the problem?

[@Abarquezjaycard]

Does OTG Type C can work? Or is there any specific cord to use from Katana to Android phone?

[@Guitarnivore]

It sure does. I've even used the little adapter they sometimes send with Samsung phones.

[@lafforsigh]

How are you connecting to the amp via usb to your iPad and using Katana Librarian? I don't see an option to connect any other way than bluetooth

[@Guitarnivore]

I'm using a Samsung tablet.

[@ChristopherWalker-z5o]

Do you have to update the firmware on the amp before using the Air? I am asking due to not having a home computer?

[@Guitarnivore]

The Katana Air has it's own mobile software that's free.

[@daveyboyd784]

I recently subbed to your channel and I'm very new to all of this so I apologize if I'm misunderstanding you, but I'm kind of confused by what you said in the last segment of this video. You were explaining how to save a patch to the panel of the Katana using the app, but you said that the patch would be gone ( panel reset to default ) once the Katana was turned off and back on again. Is there no way to keep the patch saved to one of the memory banks on the Katana's panel using this app? Hopefully I've misunderstood you on this because I was planning on buying the app and a tablet so that I'd be able to actually take advantage of the Boss Tone Studio ( or librarian ) and everything it has to offer. If I'm not able to save patches and transfer them into the memory banks on the panel of the amp and keep them there then I've had the wrong impression of the Katana since I made the decision to buy it in the first place. Your help is greatly appreciated btw.

[@Guitarnivore]

Yeah, I see how that can be confusing. So you have 4 to 8 total channels, depending on the amp you have. Then you have the "panel" button. The panel button is what the physical panel of the amp has on it. So if you want to save/write a patch to the amp, you have to write it to one of the channels (from the library) and NOT the panel, because the panel channel will revert back to whatever settings are currently on the physical panel of the amp once you turn it off. If you write it to one of the channels of bank A or B, then that's where it is saved. Does that clarify it?

[@daveyboyd784]

Definitely, it just dawned on me that you might've been referring to the panel itself vs the individual channels. I was actually in the process of editing my comment to ask about the memory bank channels specifically while you were answering my question apparently, lol. I really appreciate you taking the time to answer my question and I appreciate the time you put into these videos too. This series is very helpful, it's actually what convinced me that I needed to start using the Tone Studio to get the most out of my Katana. Thanks again brother, you rock!

[@Guitarnivore]

@@daveyboyd784 Any time!

[@bluarcher5941]

@@daveyboyd784 that was my question also. I was experimenting with the Boss Tone Studio on my laptop and it's easy to see how to alter settings to get the sound you want...but once you disconnect the laptop from the amp and shut down from that session, your changes are gone in the wind, right? great tutorial, though.

[@accentontheoff]

Sorry if I missed it but you are connecting to the Katana via the GAFC? Or have you connected the iPad physically to the Katana. Or something else. TIA.

[@Guitarnivore]

Connected via USB cable and OTG adapter.

[@accentontheoff]

@@GuitarnivoreOh ok directly. Thanks.

[@TheDevlin252]

I cannot get to connect with the adapters you mentioned. Says I must purchase CME Uhost WIDI to get it to work. Which is $70 on Amazon.

[@Guitarnivore]

I'm sorry. At the time I made this video, I wasn't aware that you would need the WiDi adapter. I was only aware that the app worked with iOs, but I didn't have all the details.

[@robertbrown2728]

I've installed the app and I'm waiting for delivery of a suitable cable. The app tells me I can't upgrade to the paid version from within the app. Will it allow me to do this when I have it connected to my tablet with the cable?

[@Guitarnivore]

That's a good question. It's been awhile since I bought it and I already had an adapter when I bought it, so I can't quite remember. I'm thinking once it's connected to the amp you'll have the option to purchase it.

[@robertbrown2728]

@@Guitarnivore thanks for that!

[@angeldusted1577]

Does this app work with the katana air. I cant seem to get it work. it connects to my amp but doesn't change the to the tones I select.

[@Guitarnivore]

No. There is an app for the air. it's called "BTS for Katana Air" by Boss and it's free for Katana Air users.

[@victorbalta1402]

Can you plan the amount sound through the phone? I would want that for when I’m practicing

[@Guitarnivore]

If you're asking if you can play through your phone or tablet, no. It only works as an interface for the amp.

[@victorbalta1402]

@@Guitarnivore yes that’s what I was asking . So if I want to play through head phones I will still need connect directly to Katana

[@hotelalphawhiskeykilogrunt7925]

So you have to have the Bluetooth piece to connect the amp right ?

[@Guitarnivore]

Only if you're using iphone or iPad.

[@tehJok3r001]

Said that latest version of Librarian supports connecting to an iPhone using a OTG adapter from usb to lighting - but there is no option within Librarian to select anything other than Bluetooth. Missing something ?

[@Guitarnivore]

If I said that in the video, I may be mistaken and I apologize for the misinformation.

[@tehJok3r001]

@@Guitarnivore - no sweat - was just keen to give it a go and finding the cable took a few shop visits :) then trying to return it. Will prob look for a tablet - easier than carting the macbook all about.

[@marclluchtruyol2558]

Where do you download effects like Tornado of Souls?

[@Guitarnivore]

check guitarpatches.com/search.php?unit=KATANAMKII and search Megadeth. Also, check here for a R.I.P. tone: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2Ldl4ujqtmYnLcsi=WNpABfxJkQ7DVN9S

[@zepeps]

hey Guitarnivore, how do I assingn an Expression Pedal trough the app? thx

[@Guitarnivore]

In the "Exp Pedal" area and down in the GA-FC control areas is where you can assign the expression pedal and then you tap the three little dots to the right of that to adjust the parameters of what you're assigning it.

[@wyattbrown3406]

Can you let me know what tablet your using? Doesn’t seem to be working on mine.

[@Guitarnivore]

Samsung Tab A 10". It's an older tablet. What isn't working and did you buy the app, or just download the free version?

[@wyattbrown3406]

@@Guitarnivore The app just can’t see the amp, I used a usb otg but it’s not making the connection. Oh, and of course I bought the app before I ran into this issue.

[@Guitarnivore]

@@wyattbrown3406 Is it an Android tablet? If so, have you tried restarting it? It might be a permissions issue in the tablet. If you;re on Facebook, join this group and they may be able to give you some kind of support. It's a group for the app and other members might have some insight to help you with your problem. facebook.com/groups/1048712059054887

[@wyattbrown3406]

@@Guitarnivore I’ve the right stuff ordered currently thank you for responding and helpin me out man! Appreciate it.

[@stefanodelgobbo1397]

Is It possibile connect katana head (no Bluetooth) with a USB to iPad?

[@Guitarnivore]

No. Unfortunately you need one of those WiDi bluetooth adapters for iPad.

[@julienviapiana5664]

​@@GuitarnivoreHi. Is there some specific that you recommend? Or any will be ok?

[@VividVirid]

I’m pretty sure this supports the MK1 but just to make sure does this support the MK1?

[@Guitarnivore]

According tot their FAQ it does. Here is a FB group from the creator(s) of the app if you need more in depth information. facebook.com/groups/1048712059054887/

[@VividVirid]

@@Guitarnivore thank you sir

[@thorgrimnachtwolf5564]

What's the difference between the boss librarian and the katana man App?

[@Guitarnivore]

I don't have the pro version of Katana Man, but I have also heard good things about it. I haven't used the free one enough to really be able to assess it, but the only thing I noticed was that it was all vertical and the short time that I used it, I couldn't get it into horizontal mode. Maybe it does, maybe it doesn't. Perhaps I'll spend $9 on that one too and give it a shot.

[@lowkey4462]

Would this work for the Katana Artist Mk 2??

[@Guitarnivore]

Yes, it works for all of the Katana MK2's.

[@TonyHookedonVanlife]

Can you use this to update the Katana's firmware?

[@Guitarnivore]

Unfortunately not.

[@TonyHookedonVanlife]

@@Guitarnivore thank you

[@benallmark9671]

So does this app work with the katana MK2 50 ?

[@Guitarnivore]

Yes, it works with all of the Katana MK2's.

[@megatron20001972]

is this app compatible with Boss katana 50 mkII?

[@Guitarnivore]

It's compatible with all of the MK2s.

[@icyreality9099]

Is it a 1 time purchase

[@Guitarnivore]

Yes! And you can put it on multiple tablets.

[@frankt7769]

Can I use a Bluetooth usb receiver

[@Guitarnivore]

I don't know if that'll work with Android, but I know the only way to connect a iOs device is with a blue tooth WiDi adapter. There is a facebook group from the creators of the app on Facebook. You might want to ask them there. facebook.com/groups/1048712059054887/

[@olivervixiennedominic6737]

Can anyone confirm if the app works with the new katana 50 mk2 EX?

[@Guitarnivore]

It will work with any Katana mk2.

[@MeR-md1jq]

Will this work with the Katana Mk1

[@Guitarnivore]

Yes. These are all of the Katans it works with: • KATANA-50 • KATANA-50 MkII • KATANA-50 MkII EX • KATANA-100 • KATANA-100 MkII • KATANA-100/212 • KATANA-100/212 MkII • KATANA-HEAD • KATANA-HEAD MkII • KATANA-Artist • KATANA-Artist MkII • KATANA-Artist MkII HEAD

[@MeR-md1jq]

@@Guitarnivore Can this be used as a total replacement for Tone Studio so I don't have to use a PC every time I want to add or edit a patch to my amp? I'm very new to this so hopefully this wasn't a dumb question. Thanks!

[@Guitarnivore]

@@MeR-md1jq Absolutely. If you don't like Tone Studio or connecting toa computer, you can just use Librarian.

[@Zolaay]

I need patches for pink floyd 🥺

[@samimentes]

Does it work on ios IPads?

[@Guitarnivore]

It does, but you have to get a bluetooth WiDi adapter and it seems like a big hassle from what I've heard.

[@wally-001]

So here's my thing bro, I can go into system settings where I can change and set my global EQ's, but yours has the option to save or delete above it, up top. I don't know how to save my global EQ's because my iPad doesn't give me the save option above. Or the delete option for that matter. So every time I go and set it, every time I close the app it doesn't save it

[@Guitarnivore]

I don't have any experience with ipad, but I would try setting the global EQ in Tone Studio if you can and that should save it right to the amp itself.

[@wally-001]

@@Guitarnivore my problem is I can't use Tone Studio with the laptop we have

[@Guitarnivore]

@@wally-001 You have the paid version of Librarian, right? If so, reach out to Juca Neary on this Facebook group. he may be able to help you out. I think he's involved with it somehow. facebook.com/groups/2098357327092217

[@wally-001]

@@Guitarnivore will do thank you!

[@LairdDavidson]

Cost me the equivalent of $13.69, not $9 in the UK

[@Guitarnivore]

Seems the price has gone up in the last year. $11.99 here now.

[@csj9619]

You're rappin' off terms like everyone already knows what that shit means.

[@jeffguttello876]

That’s what she said 🤣

[@neilnolin823]

So youre not using it on your phone obviously

[@Guitarnivore]

I was using it on my tablet, mirrored to my PC.

[@neilnolin823]

@@Guitarnivore changes everything when you're using a mouse to click on everything. Seems like it wouldn't work well on a cell phone

[@Guitarnivore]

@@neilnolin823 use your finger. I use it on my cell phone too. I just did it this way to make it easier to record and demonstrate. This isn't my app. I am not affiliated with it in any way, so please don't think I'm trying to sell it to you. I just try to help people learn this stuff easier. I prefer Tone Studio most of the time I'm editing.

[@neilnolin823]

@@Guitarnivore sorry, didn't mean to come across that way. I'm trying to find a user friendly way to use this amp for jams. I tried the katana library before but it was a pain in the butt! Wish I could just use the front panel without any apps or computers lol

[@joshr.4398]

You really didn't explain anything thanks

[@Guitarnivore]

Maybe you're just a little slow. Thanks.