Boss Katana Mini X (What's The Point?)

[@MrPolevaulter]

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[@aleksanderwasiuta97]

Test Please line6 spider v mkii, they get really nice reviews lately

[@vinnyp.8356]

I hope you have a nice day too Elmo!

[@MrPolevaulter]

Thank you very much 😊👍

[@samtj5373]

I must have got a good one because mine sounds fantastic.

[@The_Macaroon]

Ok, here's a suggestion, a MK1 head. Its a full blown 100w Katana with all the gubbins including a built in speaker so can be used without a cab. I picked mine up mint for £100.

[@MrPolevaulter]

I've been thinking about trying one.

[@lopkc]

Please do if you get the chance. It is a full blown amp that can? also be used as a practice amp. Really interested in your opinion on that one.

[@audiepatles1512]

I would really be interested in seeing you do a review on the head with a good cabinet. Others that didn’t like the combos did like the head with a good cabinet. Like your channel a lot.

[@volkerracho9598]

I own a MK2 head and it has got the same "resonance" issue.

[@GuitarONtatami]

Thank you for the honest and extensive review. I own the old one, a.great improvement would have been to add an effect loop and to keep a compact size rather than adding all those effecta.

[@NotExpatJoe]

I have the old mini too. It's a great amp for practising in hotel rooms while travelling. It's easy to pack and reasonably easy to get a usable tone. A speaker out would be great addition for playing around at home but, in all honesty I'd probably never use it at home. I have much better amps for home use.

[@postoffice146]

Yes, none of the smaller ones have an effects loop, Why is that? It would be a hit.

[@GuitarONtatami]

@@postoffice146 yes, i always dream to put my old DD-3 on the brown sound

[@duncanmarriott5909]

Thanks for another honest review! I completely agree with your opinions on this. I briefly owned one and returned it. I own and love the original Katana Mini and Boss Dual Cube LX, and think they both sound better than this amp. I was excited to get it due to the larger speaker and analogue circuitry but it just didn't deliver, unfortunately. A rare fail from Boss in my opinion (coming from a Boss fan!).

[@MrPolevaulter]

Yeah.

[@ytr3488]

You are obviously not a true Boss Fan the mini X sounds much better as a rechargeable battery 10 watts 7 inch speaker and has Bluetooth connection and it's only $149 and you're complaining? Oh I get it you brought it to your gig and it wasn't loud enough for you gotcha

[@daniellarson3068]

There's one thing that Elmo and other reviewers rarely mention. Sometimes these amps break. Can you get them fixed? Not easily. They become more electronic junk. They build them so that it often isn't cost effective to have them repaired. Sure a new amp has some kind of warranty, but after that when it breaks too bad for you. I guess the more well known brands may hold up better, but no guarantee of longevity. Thanks Elmo.

[@MrPolevaulter]

True.

[@_Uh_Oh_]

I got a Katana mini last year and it broke in the first week. I couldn't believe it. They are just cheap made tat nowadays

[@LuckyAlann]

I tried Katana mini and mini x in the shop. Katana mini way better than mini x. Seller also agreed...

[@EamonBJWyse]

I agree. I got a Mini X - having had the original - I didn't like it.

[@MrPolevaulter]

I also agree.

[@Guitarnivore]

I've been playing one for a review as well and I noticed that farty speaker buzzing too. Of all the reviews I've watched so far, you're the first to mention it. I thought that maybe I just got a bad unit.

[@outermarker5801]

Respect to PMTV but that's not a review channel, it's a sales/demo channel, which is fine too. I go there to hear a good player demo things, that's it. And much love to this channel as well, but I knew that an out of the box only demo of a Katana 50 was not going to provide the best idea of what it can do, so I added other more in depth reviews that went into BTS and the whole ecosystem. These amps are popular for a reason, and I wanted to know why.

[@shipheaps10]

Hello Elmo, have been waiting for you to do a review of this, have the old one, don't think I'll bother with this. Thanks for the review.

[@MrPolevaulter]

Cheers!

[@davidperezmarin8865]

I buy the katana mini after view yours videos. Amazing. Stunning practice amp for 100€!!! I'm absolutly happy with the mini. Sounds great and easy and fast to configure and play. No apps, no phone...no spend time... Only play. And sounds incredible... Thanks Elmo.

[@feralkid1879]

I've purchase 3 amps based on your honest unbiased reviews. Real happy with the marshall sv20h you recommended. It sounds absolutely glorious.

[@janpataky3510]

Elmo, thank you for making the world a better place! Not many youtubers are honest these days.

[@danbegelman]

Elmo, great video, and you sound great as always - cheers, Dan from the USA

[@MrPolevaulter]

Thanks Dan :)

[@honkytonkinson9787]

I’m surprised some people think it sounds good. Better options in this price range. It’s seems like a delivery system for mediocre effects If I was a beginner I wouldn’t know though so it would be adequate for learning to play quietly

[@MrPolevaulter]

Yeah, I just don't get the hype.

[@szveszs]

​@@MrPolevaulterSeems that the Hotone Pulze smash this thing

[@damianclark1113]

@@szveszs The Hotone is almost 3X's as much $, so it better

[@szveszs]

@damianclark1113 at the black friday was just 100+ euros.

[@feralkid1879]

I got a katana head when they came out. 100 watt. Kinda big but light as a feather. It has a little 6" speaker in it so that's what I've been using for a portable practice amp. Looking forward to trying the spark mini. It's way smaller, rechargeable, and from what I've seen sounds better than the katana head's integrated speaker.

[@aquariumlife2929]

Now i get why some guitar youtubers were dictating that the 2025 amp tendency would be small cheap ones and apps instead of amps. All of the sudden made sense from a sponsored video point of view. Synthesing: will be cool as f*** if you guys buy brand new shoebox sized amps and be happy about. Underline: you can buy a used one even with tubes adding a little extra bucks but the industry needs to keep selling. BUY BUY BUY...

[@thelolguy007]

I got this a couple of months ago and it’s brilliant. A revelation. Now my home practice is so easy and streamlined. No cables and apps etc - just turn it in and Boom. It’s awesome. Love it. And the Bluetooth is great too for jamming along to your favourite tracks etc. 9/10 Yeah gotta take at least one off for a couple of those useless effects no one uses 😉

[@Albert_Vas]

My old Katana Mini emits a similar buzz if I use it with an adapter and no batteries in it. It is caused by the springs in the battery compartment.

[@GuitarEternity]

Whoa! So that's why I was experiencing the same buzz... Thanks for the insight.

[@221b-l3t]

Stuff some foam in there.... should stop it hopefully

[@greblus]

Brilliant idea! I'll chech tomorrow. I thought it's because I dropped it and some plastic got broken inside 😊. I still use it occasionally and it's an interesting little amp, with bees inside.

[@shnaggletooth9284]

Similar issue with the old Micro Cube. Needed to remove the battery lid.

[@betojara9773]

I have one and I like the fact it can sit on my bed with a tube screamer pedal and DS1 also have a little cheap delay pedal in chain. Works great and sounds cool. The only effect I use is the reverb. It’s awesome cause on and off and forget about it. Bluetooth play music or backing tracks from KZbin. Quick and easy. It’s a practice amp don’t expect a 100watt amp if that’s what you expect buy a 100 watt amp for practice.

[@KaijuAlert]

The problem with these little amps is that they just don't have the grunt and feeling you get from a bigger amp. They're OK if you live in an apartment but if you can afford a bigger amp and have the space to use it, get a bigger amp. I've got a Spark 2 which I bought as an amp to take around the house so I didn't have to always play guitar in my studio, but now I just find I never use it as I don't like the sound and as a result, I'm always in my studio.

[@MrPolevaulter]

I like my Spark Mini.

[@BababooeySoundEffect]

They missed the opportunity to make it a little amp head with an internal speaker. In the prevois Katana mini you could do a 5$ mod to have speaker out and could connect it to an external speaker. Think about it, battery powered amp head. I used it with a 8'' 8 ohm speaker and it sounded great. They could do it in this amp without a problem but they won't because they would rather sell you a roland cube street for 600$

[@bestboy897]

sounds so good and the hb les paul looks great

[@soundknight]

Wow, what a great sound, I really like this amp, thanks!!

[@MrPolevaulter]

No problem.

[@circedge]

Sorry Boss, but those are some of the worst effects you've ever done.

[@MrPolevaulter]

Yeah, not the best.

[@Trauts17]

I was right on the edge of purchasing the Katana Mini a few months ago. Instead, I got a used Roland Micro Cube. I'm completely happy with it. Except for that worthless tuning fork feature. Kiitos.

[@MrPolevaulter]

Kiitos :)

[@Aletheia_Z]

This amp should have the app control but BOSS got greedy and have been limiting their hardware on purpose, they released the Katana GO which I have and its awesome but BOSS realized that would compete with this amp and decided to pull it off the market giving the excuse of parts shortage, I've been looking for a decent portable speaker for my Katana GO and can't decide as most portable amps incorporate FXs or other stuff I don't need, I just want the best sounding CLEAN portable amp so I can use it with my Katana Go or other pedals I already have

[@h.o.2078]

Me too!, even the Chinese little practice amps from lekato or similar ones from aliexpress that cost 20-30 dollars sound better

[@jorgefernandes6915]

Hi Elmo. Nice review, as usual. I'm a huge fan of BOSS efects

[@jorgefernandes6915]

Not so much of BOSS amps, but this amp is a joke. Choice of effects is miserable and they could list provide a 2 speaker model, for the stereo effects

[@PooNinja]

I love my katana 112 100 watt combo, it has a .5 watt mode for practice, it’s mini enough.

[@NotExpatJoe]

I have a 50 MKII in my stable. It's an amazing practice amp for home use and plenty loud enough for small gigs. I have it paired with a Xsonic Airstep foot controller and couldn't be happier.

[@claudelee5382]

I have the Katana 100 watt combo, great sounding amp, for practice and small gigs !

[@ytr3488]

For all you haters this amp is not meant to play Madison Square Garden with I repeat this amp is not designed to play Madison Square Garden with. And for those delusionists you who think the katana Mini original was much better and complaining that the mini X only has a 5-inch speaker and it should be at least 6 inches the original had a 4-inch speaker was only 7w had no Bluetooth connection and had no rechargeable battery 1. It's $149 designed for personal use 2.And don't believe everything you see on Elmo's Sesame Street

[@MrTroy808]

I agree with your opinion. This Katana Mini X is somewhat disappointing. Boss should have not wasted the money they spent to release this less than thrilling amplifier. They should have used that money to do further work on this to make it better before releasing it for sale. Its previous model the Katana Mini is a much much better amplifier than this X junk.

[@antonakis79ohyes]

If my Katana Mini is anything to go by, this should be a great little table amp, BUT it is too expensive for what it is , for me at least...

[@MrPolevaulter]

Indeed.

[@NotExpatJoe]

The old Mini guitar amp, often overlooked and unassuming, possessed a certain raw charm. It was a diamond in the rough, a little box that, despite its limitations, could produce a surprisingly pleasing tone. It wasn't perfect, but it had a character, a grit that resonated with a certain type of player. In stark contrast, the newer Mini X guitar amp feels like a step backward, a polished turd attempting to masquerade as an upgrade. For the price point, it's hard to justify the Mini X when the market, particularly the used market, is overflowing with genuinely better options. You can find vintage practice amps with more character or newer models with superior sonic capabilities, all for the same or even less money.

[@Apollwn]

Totally agree. Bring back an updated version of the Micro Cube!

[@grungymtnman]

On paper, I don't think the concept of the amp is pointless. Taking the Katana mini or Blackstar Fly concept, and making a little bigger speaker, but still small and portable, and adding some basic effects could be a selling point. Not having to deal with apps like the spark go and Nux stuff is a selling point for some people, even if it doesn't pack as much a punch. In terms of execution, I can't really comment as I haven't used it, but on paper I don't think the concept is pointless.

[@hello.i.t]

For me the deal breaker is the irreplaceable chargeable battery, once it dies, the amp will become non portable, which defeats the purpose.

[@elmershiflett8154]

Hey Elmo, better be careful playing that Yngwie riff at the beginning, never know who's watching, still can't believe that happened to you, just for trying to teach music

[@Smart-Alex]

You missed the point. If you have a large amp with lots of pedals, it’s nice to literally plug in and just play and get some pretty good tones. It sits on my desk and I use it daily. PS: I have a MicroCube and AB’d it last week - it sounds terrible comparatively so I have to respectfully disagree.

[@MrPolevaulter]

You can do that with the Mini, which is as good and cheaper.

[@Smart-Alex]

@@MrPolevaulter But is your primary basis for the conclusion is that something else is cheaper available? This is about the same cost as a Boss or MXR pedal, no? It has Bluetooth (I stream music and tracks to it), has a tuner even if it's so-so, some effects (some are so crap I know) but nice delay and verb in a pinch, and front-facing controls like my Gen 3 Artist. This isn't meant to be a 20watt mini practice tube amp replacement, nor a Spark amp with all the AI bells and whistles and app (I hated their app), NOR an ultra-subcompact either where sound is garbage. My two cents - take it or leave it. Happy new year.

[@DerpRulesAll]

​@@Smart-AlexI'm sorry, but if they're making something that does the same thing, or worse IMO, and charging you more money there's an expression for that: rip-off.

[@Smart-Alex]

@@DerpRulesAll it’s not a rip off to me based on what you get and compared to the cost of pedals and amps today. It’s a no brainer purchase as I’m not on a budget and not looking to get the cheapest thing possible, which seems to be his focus.

[@goss1961]

You don't seem to have listened to what he said, nor read the comments here. The company pretended to make a 'new and upgraded' amp that costs more...but it actually is just a rehash of a mediocre formula often used before. There are better options.

[@GabrielNacu]

Nice video once again Elmo ; your honest take is always appreciated! I thought it was weird that Boss did the Katana Mini X when the Boss Dual Cube LX is in the same price range - especially here in the UK where the Dual Cube has way more features for the money (more amp sounds, looper, footswitch, etc.). Are the Katana and Cube divisions at war with each other for their bonuses? haha -Gabe

[@MrPolevaulter]

Might be 😃

[@damianclark1113]

Well unfortunately in Canada the Katana Mini X is $200 and the Boss Dual Cube LX is $400 = Double the price

[@GabrielNacu]

@@damianclark1113 Wowza - yeah there definitely is a saving to be had for you and the Katana Mini X then!

[@selfactualizer2099]

uhm? ok I thought the point was obvious but I got you elmo .. the point I believe is, guitarists want a loud enough amp, that isn't as easily overheard through walls the kitana mini x, would be an upgrade in clarity of sound from the kitana mini, this should be obvious, going from 7 watts to 10 watts, and having nicer tone control to summarize for you: I believe the point is to practice bonus: nobody, not a single person in this chat asked what the point of this amp is

[@Alfredo78666]

Bossatu is the japanese word for army of bees.

[@MrPolevaulter]

😂

[@jggrimm101]

I returned 2 of these due to the speaker buzz.

[@canadianintheukbrian]

I have the mini I see not point getting this one , what BOSS should of done is something similar to the Blackstar Debut it a 25 watt version that would be interesting ,

[@MrPolevaulter]

That would have been more interesting.

[@SteveMavronis]

I had considered this as a battery practice amp. It looks cool with the controls on the front but it seemed rather limited. More features could have been added like modeling software. I also looked at others like the Joyo DC-15S (not a modeling amp) and the NUX Mighty 8BT MKII (AA batteries, yuk) so settled on the Positive Grid Spark MINI which has been fantastic with realistic amp and effects modeling.

[@christian-van-e]

Are you sure that the Malmsteen-clan isn't going to harass you because Yngwie once looked at a Boss Pedal? and now own's all rights? 🤣

[@MrPolevaulter]

Haha 😂

[@IAMASLOTHH]

I bought this today and I found the synth- I immediately laughed. But i think it would sound good with a slider. SOLID AMP however. It was this or between a Fender Mustang. It is surprisingly loud but I wear a headset so I dont bother my neighbors. Might do some busking if im confident enough.

[@feralkid1879]

I can't play your style but I went with the spark mini based on your review. You seemed pretty happy with it and you definitely know good marshall tones. Haven't received it yet. Like you, not really into all the phone integration these days but I'm eager to mess around with it. Who knows, I may like it.

[@SmilingHikingTrail-lj5gm]

I have the mini x and it’s awesome Oh by the way do you still prefer Roland micro cube over this ?

[@MrPolevaulter]

Yes.

[@SmilingHikingTrail-lj5gm]

@ I just ordered the old version in red thank you for the great videos

[@GreenHoleSun]

As far as I know, this katana seems to have an internal battery which is not repleaceable by the user. I hope to be wrong, but if I am not, this is a deal breaker for me because in a few years this thing is going to go to the dustbin...planned obscolescence, you know...

[@MrPolevaulter]

I think you're right.

[@detachedloop1004]

That Synth effect you talk about leaking into other presets as well It's like fuzz pedal on steroids 😁😁

[@MrPolevaulter]

Yeah 😆

[@csumme7]

Thank you for the review. I have wanted to see an honest review of one as I have wanted one for a while. The effects yeah I could do without a couple of them, pointless add on for me. That resonance is something else. Maybe it could have just been that one amp as I haven't heard that on others but then again many of the others are paid reviews too. Still think I might get one if only because of the design of the amp. Would go well with my Micro Cube . :) Thanks.

[@MrPolevaulter]

Yeah, probably just this one.

[@BillyTheKidsGhost]

Hmmm, the two features I was looking for in an amplifier back pain and bankruptcy... Will it burst into flames if I don't connect a speaker to it?

[@MrPolevaulter]

😆

[@BuleriaChk]

I completely agree. I am normally a BIG boss fan, but this amp was quite underwhelming for me. It sounds like it was designed by a corporate CEO, and not a musician. I gave it a day of my life and returned it. FWIW, I felt the same way about the Dual Cube LX. But I kept hacking awqy at it until the return period was up, so had to sell it at a loss..

[@DerpRulesAll]

You're the last honest man standing on Review Tube. I didn't like the way this sounded on other reviews because it seemed that Roland/Boss decided to stop being innovative, like they were with COSM, and use the kind of cheap circuitry you find on any run of the mill mini amp.

[@MrPolevaulter]

Thank you!

[@caesius248]

I have similar thoughts on Boss/Roland. Seems like they're just putting out 'okay' stuff so they have something new to sell in 18 months with a slight tweak/difference that they can market as an improvement. Basically, why make a great amp/practice amp when you want sell the same customer another one later. I bought a Katana GO and couldn't believe it was made by the same people that made the COSM stuff. About as exciting as wet socks.

[@bergakungensstudio174]

That combination of guitars and amps sounds a lot better than Yngwie's setup, especially the Synth setting...5:30 in

[@ukesmagic6860]

Elmo Have you done a review on the Roland JC-22 Jazz Chorus amp, or do you have any comments on it as Ivam close to making a purchase. I want a clean no fuss practise amp.

[@kunkmiceter]

Been looking at that amp myself. Not too many videos on it either. Looks like a great pedal platform tho.

[@TimJames-childofnarcissism]

Cheers Elmo!! I gotta agree, the Fly is my go to. Not a fan of modelers

[@keithbenedict8764]

Oh my. A little bit of Tower Of Power at the 5 minute mark! Soul With A Capitol S!

[@RustyRandolph]

hi! which picks do you use? thanks!

[@MrPolevaulter]

Dunlop 1,5mm delrin.

[@RustyRandolph]

@@MrPolevaulter thx a lot

[@RustyRandolph]

YOU HAVE TO GET ONE to finally have a katana with tuner :-)

[@MrPolevaulter]

There is that 😃

[@izzyy6005]

Hi Elmo i got a katana mini for my daughter at Christmas and was thinking should i have got the x instead after watching this im happy i didn't 👍

[@MrPolevaulter]

Hope your daughter likes it :)

[@Smart-Alex]

If she only has one amp, the better bet would have been the Katana Gen 3 50EX. It's an amp that she could grow into. And the EX has the possibility of adding the footswitch in the future.

[@izzyy6005]

To be honest she is only just starting to learn to play after watching many reviews of budget guitars I opted for the Jet JS 400 after watching Elmo,s review

[@Smart-Alex]

@@izzyy6005I hope she sticks with it :) My point is that if she does, you’ll need to eventually upgrade her. Great to have options!

[@izzyy6005]

Oh yes totally agree I have already mentioned that to her I'm also considering learning myself as it's something I've always been interested in

[@ClaudioBrogliato]

Products should solve user's problems, the fact that they didn't have a product in a certain price tier was their problem, Maybe it's a better product for buskers, can't think of anything else.

[@chessrootslove9916]

Synth was added as an upgrade to the Push tone on ver.3s 😎🤣😎

[@RickMichaelis63]

Thanks for the review Elmo🙏✌️❤️😎 🎸

[@MrPolevaulter]

Cheers Rick!

[@justmehere6094]

Agree, it makes no sense. It's basically a Katana Mini with more FX and front facing control, which on a small practice amp is more cumbersome. I do prefer front facing controls n a bigger amp. But on a tiny carry along practice amp where you will likely always look down on it, no. But it is FAR less flexible than the Spark Mini, which also sounds much better and in the US is only $80 more (when not on sale). Used you can get the Spark mini less than this Katana.

[@craigtodd8297]

I bought the first Katana realised how crap it was, not been interested since.

[@valleywoodstudio7345]

Sounds like it has some aliasing issues in the digital processing. Shame as it could be a good little recording buddy.

[@joehynes2964]

The Defretter is just as useless as the Synth.

[@Cnacem_Mup]

I like you for this, that you are always unhappy with something, be it an amplifier or a guitar, looking at other bloggers they always praise instruments, extol them even if they were not paid for advertising, but I want a more honest review, that's why I chose you

[@patrickshannon4516]

It sounds good it seems to have a wide variety of sounds. I don't know if it's got line 6 beat or Black Star id core beat though about the same I would say.

[@davidchase-lopes8413]

Boy, it makes one miss Tech 21's trademark 10, doesn't it!

[@MrPolevaulter]

😊

[@circedge]

That was such a beautiful amp.

[@davidchase-lopes8413]

@@circedge i have 3 still

[@Ad-lr4je]

Thank you for the video! I live in an apartment so have no choice but to use small amps, which brought me to a decision between this and a Nux Mighty Air or to use amp modelers, like Harley Benton DNAfx GiT Advanced, so it would be gteat if you did video on that one!

[@MrPolevaulter]

I've been thinking about it.

[@Ad-lr4je]

@@MrPolevaulter What I extremely admire in your videos is that you nearly always use the same setup, thus making it easier to compare products to each other and making the review itself more valueble. I have seen reviews of that modeler on other channels and it didn`t impress me, but maybe the problems were in some other gear they were using, but with your reviews I know it wouldn`t be the case!

[@thebackyardairgunner8776]

The last effect sounded very white stripes haha

[@Michel-r6m]

The Dual Cube lx is discounted and I assume discontinued and the small Katana Mini (non X) might be discontinued so then I would "understand". Though I would recommend the Dual Cube lx for €179 all over the internet (excl. bt module ~€49). It also has line outs (stereo) as two speakers (jazz chorus) as it takes batteries. Highly recomended lunchbox amp.

[@alemeneses.project]

Hi. Following yours flags of look a good/honest price point gear. What do you think about multieffects/modeling pedalboards? Thinking in that you can practice with inears or in your DAW in a homestudio. Or direct to the P.A in a Pub. Or conect in a FrFr too???. Tks

[@crock2434]

Spark go and a good pair of headphones ,best practice rig

[@PyroticKitsune]

I have a electric guitar but im still buying an amp, should i wait for the katana x to hit the market or just buy the mini? (2016)

[@Sigma77-n2u]

That’s Boss making stuff just to make stuff that’s so redundant 😅😅. Great products though !

[@Dirty06-wh2wv]

Elmo great video and thanks for the effort you put into them for us. Can I ask what brand the single cut you played 32 seconds into the video is.

[@221b-l3t]

Oh man I was going to get the old version but I was kinda broke and also still needing expendable batteries and the PSU not being included kinda pissed me off, So I didn't get since rumour was they would make an updated version with rechargable battery, which some 35 Eur. amps have. So I was pretty excited for this. I want to start teaching and I wanted a good sounding small amp that can be powered off grid, perfect to chuck in the gig bag and some decent high gain tones so no need to bring a pedal either. But this is really weird. If I remember the mini was 100 cal it 130 with a set of batteries and a PSU or a set of rechargable AA batteries. Now it's 170 and sounds worse and has a bunch of useless effects. The original was a great concept a few great sounds instead of a thousand aweful ones. Now it seems they've gone that route which is a shame and if I want that, there are many rechargable amps in the 30-80 bucks range so I may as well get that and just bring a pedal for a good OD sound, which still easily fits a gigbag. Boss was on such a streak, I'm not a big fan of Katanas but I was very happy they existed and I can totally see why people oved and i had become Katana-curious since the mini just seemed fantastic. I already have an Origin 20C which is amazing an relatively portable and loud AF so I wasnt interested in the regular Katanas. BTW I know you didnt enjoy the Origin line very much but I absolutely adore it, I think something many miss is that the FX loop is between the V2 and V3 Pre-Amp tube. Si if you don't have the FX jumped and engaged your bypassing a big part of the preamp and it sounds horrible. With it engaged and a Rat up front I can get almost perfect YJM tones, just fantastic...and make sure to have bass on 0 and treble and mids maxed. People who don't know that end up hating it when its one of the best things Marshall has made in years, especially for someone like me, where a real Plexi or 1987x is way too loud, heavy, expensive and requires costly extras like load boxes, this is the Origin is just perfect. You just have to see it as its own amp, especially regarding EQ. It's a bit of a silly design with the FX loop being tube buffered by the pre amp but ok... once you do that it's incredibly good sounding.

[@Savaios]

Hey i got question about OD Pedals. Is this possible to swap BOSS SD-1 and Fender YJM OD and get those sounds in 1 pedal .. for example BOSS-OD200 , Strymon Riveside? Or better just keep 2 of them?

[@CIVE_75]

are you gonna review that yellow jet-jt300 tele?

[@lukasssmilga5123]

Should I buy the blackstar debut 15e, fender mustang 25tl or roland cube 15

[@FGg503]

I can't help but wonder what it would sound like plugged into either a 10" or 12" speaker? 🤔

[@2yoober]

The "synth", is a convenient, mouth free, stringed, KAZOO (pitch accurate). 🤓

[@Cnacem_Mup]

What model guitar?

[@lasyngwieeeiiilarsen7510]

What tele are you playing?😊❤

[@mikesalt8248]

Well Ive yet to hear you like anything apart from micro-cube, thing is, I am no fan of Katanas at all but I liked this one if for no other reason the controls are on the front and the format is simple.🤨I do agree they should have made it bigger !

[@russellzauner]

I preordered the Katana Air when it first came out and dented, smashed, scratched, grill reglued on lol it just keeps coming back for more - why would I need *another* small *katana* amp, especially one that doesn't come with access to Boss Tone Studio? I can look past the front panel missing features as long as I can create patches with the application and save them in presets - Mini X doesn't do [insert poop word] literally pointless product for any of my use cases. It's rare Boss does this (I thought the WAZA headphones were pretty great even if lacking line out/speaker out for like PC type speakers and a little overpriced - but I get tired of wearing headphones continuously after a couple hours) but if they think they can sell it or there's a market gap they can stuff into, they'll make it. And that's okay but you know, lol

[@TheCSteve]

I dont understand why they push these FX on the amps .. Just Reverb is enough on a amp .. Boss should skip FX and give poeple the WAZA speaker in the katana as standard The old stomboxes are still better and more handy in use then those multipedals .. Multipedals is an ingredient to F# it up and make mistake's . Did i say happy new year too you btw .. 🙂 @Elmo maybe you can get a hand on an Artist Katana with WAZA .. I have that and that one is much better ..

[@MrPolevaulter]

Maybe.

[@dawidzych7447]

Hi Elmo! Do you plan on reviewing Hiwatt Leeds series amps?

[@nellayema2455]

The Roland Micro-cube is good. So is the Vox DA5. Both are fairly cheap used. I'm with you, I don't see the point of this amp.

[@ntomatas1]

Elmo please change the pickup covers of your two single coil pickups. Do it for me.

[@jimmyjames2022]

Not a fan of this "upgrade" from the demo. But then Mini-X has no built in Bluetooth, hence no Tone Studio app capability. Even the defunct Katana GO has built in bluetooth and the app. And I guess BOSS were too embarrassed to throw in the BT adaptor port on the back cause buying the adaptor would double the price of the Mini-X. The Mini-X could have been a great option for those who didn't get a GO before it was killed off. The GO, the Mini-X and the dumbass BT adaptor ports on all Gen 3 amps instead of built-in BT were all BOSS marketing dept choices versus BOSS actually giving a crap about their customers.

[@ghadah8459]

Hi, thanks for the video appreciate the honesty. Can you review any of Donner guitars?

[@natsuxv]

5:54 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@davidmajor4484]

An 8” speaker would make sense with this 10 watts

[@scottcummings8602]

Anything Boss Katana = the most overrated piece of gear in the last 30 years.

[@albertmarkethinkpr1325]

Boss has been releasing straigh piece of SHAIT modellers and amps since the new AIRD technology. It could have been great but the design team is apparently sucking their thumbs.