Should You Buy A Line 6 Catalyst?

Should You Buy A Line 6 Catalyst? Is It a Good Amp? Is it even better than a Kemper? or a Boss Katana?
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[@rgdhu92]

I have the 100 and I can tell you it is amazing!! I have been playing for over 20 years and the PV classic 30 was my go to amp until I found the Boss Katana. I love the boss katana, and this catalyst is just a very good kind of different. I feel like the clean sound reacts more like a tube amp, especially when used with pedals. I don’t particularly like some of the higher gain options for the style of music that I play, which is mostly R&B, blues, and jazz, but I can say that about any digital amp versus a simple boss overdrive pedal. The boost function is very useful. All in all, a great lightweight loud one plug rig!!

[@canadianblackmetal4534]

I played all of 2023 on a catalyst 200 at all my gigs. The amp is great 👍 i play bigger gigs than 90% of people saying they dont like it. For real though get one if you are on the fence

[@jktolford8272]

Thanks. Please do pedals in front & in loop. The detailed comparison of the workings of Catalyst & Katana is exactly what I'd like to see. Not just comparisons of the sounds but the how & why, as you mentioned. Already appreciate your distinction between modelling & FET & the brief look at the Catalyst software.

[@BladeDoomer86]

I like how digital amps are getting back to the basics.. Fender really nailed it with their lineup and i think every brand will go that direction for a couple of years.

[@MyVantasticLifeVoyage]

Line 6 says it takes pedals brilliantly. I vote for you to do a pedal demo with this amp.

[@jooyoonchung3593]

The Catalyst feels like a natural next step in the standard combo guitar amp. Awesome tube-like sound, plug and play, two channels, basic effects, and various goodies like USB / XLR-out. Simple, sounds great, and lets you just play. Compared to this, the Katana is so burdensome. It’s an overload of tweakability combined with a poor, opaque user interface. I’ve been playing my Katana for about 3 months now and I just don’t like it. I enjoy the flexibility but I don’t actually use it all that much, so it ends up getting in the way of me enjoying it. The Catalyst seems exactly what I’m looking for. Great demo. Thanks!

[@qb1839]

I really do like the sound from the Catalyst. I was actually thinking about getting it because it sounded so much fuller than my Katana. Over the years I have downsized and I found the lighter the better and even gave up on my last tube combo amp and just today decided to gut it out and Frankenstein the parts out of the Katana 50 watt into the old 50 watt Marshall combo amp and now I am completely satisfied with the sound. Its now fuller and a lot more warm tone that was driving me crazy not having. (and its now half the weight of the tube amp)

[@DylanTalksTone]

It’s good

[@marktaylor4615]

I'm sold. Great demo/review Dylan. I see this replacing two if not three of my current amps. Light, but loud for live use, power scales down for home practice, XLR and usb for home recording. And like you say, you can just plug in and play or deep dive and make micro-adjustments.

[@ScottMcdonaldMusic]

I would definitely like to see how this thing responds to pedals.

[@jguse2378]

As would I Especially on the clean channel

[@blakjack3053]

Me three. Hey If you want a seriously kick ass pedal platform check out Quilter amps. Small, lightweight, All solid state and powerful af !

[@City2x]

They take pedals very well. Has an effects loop as well

[@wyattisburg9924]

Works great with pedals.

[@Crabfather]

I've got a 200 and i really like it for clean and mid gain sounds. For me, it falls over on higher gain tones as it has a harsh rattly quality - which comes down to the speakers as its not there going direct out. I found a work around by using an eq with a fairly hefty hi cut in the effects loop. Using the xx into it as a poweramp is a different story, it's fantastic. (Still with the hi cut but no cab models needed. Hope that's helpful for anyone reading this.

[@joeltunnah]

You know you can change the speaker right?

[@Crabfather]

@joeltunnah yeah, that was my last purchase for a while though. And nothings cheap here in new zealand.

[@ralphgilbert3579]

Dylan, thanks for doing this video. I was already interested in this but you gave it a solid overview on the amp. I have various amps including a couple of Line 6 ones as well as a few PODs. But with the whole tube industry in Flux and the inconsistencies of tubes I have been moving towards modeling amps again. I have various amps for home, band rehearsal, gigs, and church, but they are all different. Was considering a Katana 100 but now thinking this fits my needs. Thanks again!

[@zoomzoom3950]

Using my Catalyst 100 + my HX Effects in 4CM. I use the HX Effects for all effects (except reverb on some patches) and MIDI to control the amp model and boost in the Catalyst. Works great, sounds great, very versatile, easy to transport. Mostly using the Clean, Boutique, Chime and Crunch. Cheers!

[@Crabfather]

Ah I was wondering if you could do both effects and midi to the cat with the hx, great news. Thanks :-)

[@tubber37]

When you place your helix in the 4cm fx loop set switch to fx loop does this take primary fx position and cancel out the catalyst edit?

[@zoomzoom3950]

@@tubber37 Not sure if I understand your question. Catalyst Edit and HXFX are separate. When I change HXFX patches, I send a MIDI Program Change to the Catalyst which changes the Catalyst patch; I have a button in each HXFX patch to turn the Catalyst boost on or off. Catalyst Edit is used to edit and save Catalyst patches. I don't use any Catalyst effects except the amp boost; all other effects are from the HXFX. All of the HXFX that are before the send will precede the Catalyst amp boost; not sure on the effects after the return in the Catalyst since I don't use them. In the HXFX patches I have a Send/Receive that determines which effects are before the Catalyst preamp (before the send) and after the Catalyst preamp (after the return).

[@3days2retirement]

I bought a Flextone ll combo in '99 and played it for a decade (still works great today). Catalyst seems like there going back to there roots. Love it

[@windsurfmaui8239]

Yes before you sell it zi would like a more detailed review of the Line 6 and maybe a second video with a variety of pedals, fuzz, overdrive, etc. I like the tone with the P90 pickup but would also love to hear it with a humbucker as well. Maybe one of your DAFs.

[@charliebuttocks2400]

I have this amp I brought it off Dave Simpson it sounds fantastic but has some issues with di out and effect management hopefully they will improve it with software updates

[@kellyjandrews]

I got two 60w and I'm super happy with them

[@robingreer8098]

Hi, an interesting video would be to run the amp through a 'set' i.e. a more real world setting and how you would use it as you switch between songs, or between rhythm and solo in a song.

[@caerphoto]

As an owner of a Blackstar Silverline (the 50W one), I’m really curious how the Catalyst compares. I like that the Catalyst has a proper effects loop and what seems like a more usefully diverse set of voices (especially that Boutique one), but I also appreciate the simpler approach of the Silverline’s clean-crunch-overdrive voice selection, its seemingly more capable built-in effects and EQ settings (the ISF dial in particular), and just the way it looks with its unique grey colourway (sorry Dylan 😉).

[@MARK5-FX]

Oh yeah! I briefly tried the 100 at the local GC. Sounded fantastic! I really enjoyed the boutique amp. What I really want to know is how well will it jibe with my plethora of analog drive pedals, fuzz, etc

[@rickgagliano852]

Catalyst takes pedals quite well

[@coppulor6500]

jibe

[@thseed7]

Demo as a pedal platform and in a Katana comparison please. Saw a Catalyst vs Katana video and they didn't adjust anything before saying the Boss was better. Not a fair or accurate vs if you don't even try to use the amp, in my opinion. You always do a good job of explaining what your experience is, so I'd like to see your take on the subject.🤘🎸

[@rocklandsally]

just to add.. you can do all the settings on the amp itself.. by pressing and holding buttons to 'open" to choice.. ex: press and hold the Boost button and rotate the boost knob will turn on and set the noisegate level... ex#2: press and hold the effects button and it will change colour to represent a different effect (green = delay, blue = modulation, purple = pitches and fuzzes..

[@juanfabremiranda8910]

This is how you make a really useful review video. I already had Katana (50 ans 100W), Nextone, Quilter, DV Mark... Now I mainly use 2 Blues Cubes. I'm looking forward to trying this Catalyst when it's possible in Brazil...

[@roberthastings708]

Thanks Dylan. You relieved some of my uneasiness about this amp. I've been more than a little frustrated by my attempts to use several other modeling type amps. Maybe this one for me after all. I do need to get away from depending on my tube amps. I know them and love them but I need to prepare for the future.

[@ryanfulldark2775]

Well Dylan, I’m here from the live stream regarding the impending tube apocalypse that’s coming. I’m a vintage Fender amp guy but I think it’s time to look at something else. What matters is I can still play my guitar everyday. Great review, intriguing!

[@vanshankguitars]

Yes. Use the effect loop. It begs to be tested.

[@dmac3316]

Thanks for the demo! Prob most informative I’ve seen so far on this thing. Especially liked how you showed the power amp in feature. I either missed it or didn’t pick up on it in some other demos I’ve seen. Your walk thru was best for how my brain works lol.

[@BobbyCulpepper.srv3fender]

I gigged with it a couple times and the returned it. It's really just a spider with helix level modelling. Direct to pa it sounds great but it doesn't on its own cut through a mix and the low end disappears

[@coppulor6500]

so typical solid state issues. particularly line 6.

[@kdrake777]

A head version would be nice. The speakers are always the weakness in these inexpensive amps.

[@phowell333]

Great video. Mine actually arrived yesterday. The quality of the knobs etc. is top notch. You actually kind of get 12 amps. Also - should note in future video that time based effects should be set to post.

[@garrysimmons111]

I find that my Vox AD60VT Valvetronix (original blue series) still gets the job done in a very similar fashion but with 16 amp models and more flexible effects and bank/preset switching. Vox really nailed it 20 (yes 20) years ago. My Helix LT is broken and it'll likely cost more to fix than a Catalyst 100. I really think the Catalyst (and all amps really) could use switch that ups the output/master volume a bit (3 - 6db) for solos. No change in tone, just more master volume.

[@FidelityBassist]

Line 6 employee here, feel free to hit up our customer service about a repair for your LT.

[@dustinarnold79]

I have a Katana I have never really liked ,I think I might try one of these

[@scenario27]

Hey Dylan, don’t forget the Blackstar TVP modeling amp range when you do your comparison

[@ChadwickRider]

I have the Catalyst 60 and it's pretty rad.

[@KartikHariharan]

Thanks for the insightful review, Dylan. Yes, please do a review with just testing out different drive pedals in front of it! If it is anything like the Helix family, it would really shine in that scenario as well. Looking forward!

[@emilhelm7609]

My next amp will be a small amp with few controls and great tone. Maybe a Vibro Champ.

[@gustavoloebel]

AMAZING! Yes do the video with the Katana and also the Powercab! It looks like stealing Powercab field with that power in feature in the loop! TOP!

[@castleanthrax1833]

Any amp can do that, so I'm unsure what the difference is between the Catalyst and other amps. I regularly plug in through the effects return on my other amps when I want to use my digital modellers. The big difference with the line 6 powercab is the type of speakers ( it has a 12" & a 1" I think) they have in it... being FRFR speakers rather than "guitar" speakers.

[@gustavoloebel]

@@castleanthrax1833 yes I do the same with my tube amps and it works ok, but it's not the same because we are using the poweramp section of a tube amp and it colors the tone. In the Catalyst it amplifies the sound without coloring it. Although the difference is not significant.

[@castleanthrax1833]

@gustavoloebel Most amplifiers power amp just amplifies the sound coming from the pre-amp... the eq and gain stages are all "attached" to the pre-amp. Plugging into the effects loop return bypasses any tone shaping that occurs in the amp. It's basically the same as using an EHX 44 magnum or any other power amp that doesn't have an eq feature.

[@castleanthrax1833]

@@gustavoloebel You'll only colour your tone if you crank your tube amp, and if you're using a solid state amp, you'll get the same effect as if you're using a stand alone power amp like an EHX 44 Magnum or similar.

[@JazzRockswithAdam]

Nice sounding P-90s Dyl. Gets awfully close a Leslie West vibe. I just bought $280 worth of tubes yesterday after seeing your video on EHX stopping production of tubes for obvious reasons. I’m soon going to have to get used to this new fangled technology. Ha!

[@slelliott14]

Pedals, in front in effects loop too

[@valueofnothing2487]

Well, my only concern is risk, because the price is good. You got one - maybe two - amps per distortion level. You have no EQ, no compressor. Lots of delays and reverbs that aren't really the problem in the competition. You do get a line out/in which beats the Katana 50, but again it seems like a lot of risk if you end up playing with pedals. But I did get rid of my Katana when I heard the digital Spark, but the Spark is so limited - no volume pedal, no send/return etc...

[@jasonm3602]

I'd love to hear pedals in front of it. I love my Vox Cambridge 50, but it sounds terrible with pedals. with MY pedals, anyway.

[@AndyDion]

Nice playing on this demo Dylan 🤘 Amps sounds killer

[@GenXtra65]

Please demo the Pedals in front and through loop. Haven't seen that yet.

[@davidkornblatt991]

Is it similar to a Line6 Flextone because that is what Phill Mcknight said about it???

[@lperry65]

Only 1 effect out of 18! it's just too limited unless you have pedals etc. I don't have a Katana, but they have 5 simultaneous fx and an optional foot switch that supports those fx, Also the Fender Mustang GTX which includes the foot switch allows multiple fx at once etc. I'm sure there are people that this amp would work for, especially those who don't use many fx or want to get their tone from a pedal board. I was interested in the Catalyst 100 for gigs where space is limited or when I don't want to use my Kemper and powered cab, you know the small pub gig that gets beer spilt on your gear. Or a rehearsal and you just want a grab and go solution, unfortunately with the current limitation on the amount of fx you can use simultaneously and the two button foot switch the Catalyst just won't work for me, such a shame :)

[@bloodflower2141]

I also felt that this was a deal breaker but if the tone isnt inspiring nothing else matters.. And i just went into my local music shop and tried the katana and catalyst side by side and definitely felt more inspired by the cat.. You should try them out

[@lperry65]

@@bloodflower2141 In the end I saved up the extra cash I got the Roland Blues Cube Artist, I already had the HXFX, so I use them together if I need extra effects. Really happy with the BCA, the tone is very good.

[@evilaliensarereal]

I really like this amp. It doesn't sound as good as an all tube amp, but is quite close. I'm not sure if everyone who owns this knows that the clean 1st amp setting sounds best with good single coils with the gain all the way up which doesn't distort it and with the boost on at over halfway.

[@thedevilriders101]

Great to see a review from someone who obviously understands the amp. Good job.

[@luisvolpon1598]

Hi Dylan, thanks for the video. Really helpful. I’d suggest three more videos: Catalyst vs Katana, detailed video for the app, Catalyst with pedals. Thank you!

[@markpell8979]

Don't dislike Catalyst except for one thing- top control panel. I need front axcess to main controls.

[@mkrj2576]

I’ve yet to find a review on how this amp works in a real live setting…. Being able to go through presets from song to song or within a song. The SS amps’ biggest advantage is being able to run at least a handful of presets, easily changed with a foot switch, during a live setting, and not needing multiple pedals. The Katana kills it in that setting. Super practical with being able to have a handful of presets easily switchable on the fly while live. The Catalyst seems relatively limited in that setting. Maybe you get 4 effective presets with the Cat for live use. Like you said, one clean one dirty. Can you then add a drive pedal-like internal effect to each? If that’s the case that’s doable, but still pretty weak compared to the Kat.

[@phowell333]

I think the catalyst is a better sounding, higher quality amp than the katana. The katana is basically like a five channel amp. If you need more than two channels with the catalyst, you can add whatever pedals you need, or you could get a basic midi controller. I haven’t tried a midi controller but I know one will control several features of the catalyst.

[@rickgagliano852]

@@phowell333 agreed - a basic MIDI controller would allow access to all 6 banks of 2 channels, so 12 presets as it were.

[@CFBEvaluator]

Definitely need a pedal video with this amp!

[@phowell333]

Anderton’s Did a decent video with Paul Hindmarsh but Paul didn’t go into a lot of the small details. I actually caught him holding down the tap tempo and I think he put the delay in post Or something similar. If you are in manual, dealing with the effects is difficult. The app is definitely the way to set this amp up

[@garycoraluzzi1166]

Thanks Dylan . I play threw a Helix and always wondered about those amps . Very affordable and sound great . Thanks again for another one of your great videos !

[@fiddlix]

A brilliant piece of kit, and I am a vintage tube hound. They are just not worth the hassle. SS is so close and only to get better.

[@msh6865]

My understanding is that only the reverb and one other internal effect are possible with the Catalyst at any one time. That's somewhat limiting to the player.

[@justinforder2835]

Plus the boost, which is specific to each amp model.

[@jellybean4183]

Just tried one at Guitar Can enter. Don't know much about it, but know I needed simplicity for house practice and recording. Nothing can replace the sound of my Fender Blues Deluxe Reissue, but this Fender is a nightmare to use as a quiet house practice amp or to put in your digital tracks without an outside microphone. I hope the Catalyst makes a difference. I have no experience with modifying an amp on the PC. It's not what I purchased the amp for but I like to use what's there.

[@KevPez-IS]

Played the 200 at my local GC. Goddamn…color me impressed

[@DylanTalksTone]

Same

[@BDutton0789]

Awesome video! I just got the 60. I can not find any video explaining the edit app. I'm old school and am switching to digital age. This ampPUTER is great but i still don't get the lingo or anything else AmPuter wise. Please do a video explain exactly how to use the app please. All I need is rhythm lead and clean ready at my foot. Thank you bro

[@castleanthrax1833]

If that's all you need, you don't need to bother with the editing app... just plug in, adjust your eq settings, and play.

[@NWTMasterWolf]

I've got a Spark and a Katana II. As far as DI goes they all seem to be about the same give or take a detail here and there. But the price on the Catalyst is definitely better for what they offer.

[@davidjohnson3784]

Wonder how you think this compares to the Nextone.

[@daviddevoti3526]

I'm buying the 60 w version and played it at GC and love it. I have chosen it over the boss kitana. Did I make the right decision. I'm a intermediate player and wanted something that would keep up with a band. Thoughts? Cheers

[@castleanthrax1833]

Maybe you should've asked those questions BEFORE you spent your money? Yes, it will very likely be loud enough to compete with a drummer, and if you're happy with the sounds you're getting and the price you paid... then you made the right choice. The grass is a very similar colour on the other side of the fence.

[@tripibo1]

Hi Dylan, appreciate your demo of the Catalyst. I would like to see a demo using some pedals. Thanks again. Bob.

[@DylanTalksTone]

Noted!

[@mattmoore5731]

Hey Dylan, great vid, +1 on wanting to see how this thing takes pedals!!! thanks man, love your content.

[@joshscott3271]

Great review of that amp man. 👍💖🔥🚀🎸

[@anthonyluna8365]

Love it if you could put pedals in the effects loop to see how well it takes

[@tbone2451]

Hey Dylan, great demo and explanation on this amp. I have a tube amp and I want to add a solid state/ analog amp. I play mostly blues , Hendrix, Clapton, SRV . And some classic rock with some RHCP. Would would fit my style, this amp , the katana or the Black star debut 50 ? Thanks Dylan.

[@castleanthrax1833]

If you haven't already made your purchase, the Catalyst will cover bluesy edge of break-up perfectly... in fact, 4 of the 6 amps in it do just that. You really only have 3 amp choices.... one clean, one high gain, and 4 edge of break-up. I have no experience with the Katana or Blackstar, but from what I've seen, they both likely do what you want just as well as the Line 6, although the Blackstar has no effects

[@billmarq]

How does it compare with the Fender Mustang GTX-100, which I believe is more similar than a Katana?

[@GearGasms]

I’m thinking my viewers would prefer me to “talk tone” as opposed to “making tone” The problem is that I’m alternatively uninformed or misinformed and people hate the sound of my voice. I’m not seeing a win for me here. 🤓 Enjoyed the review!

[@kamarienedwards1757]

I can’t wait for the comparisons!!!!

[@JackMcGuinnessMedia]

About Replacing a burnt fuse in a Line 6 Catalyst CX 200? I hope not it´s designed the same way as a Boss Katana where most of the amp has to be opened and dragged out to replace a burned fuse. But since I cannot find anything that even looks like a fuse on the back panel I guess both of these amplifiers are pretty weird.

[@Ottophil]

It sounds better than lines 1-5 but I’m gonna wait for the 7

[@Tijuanabill]

😂😂🤣🤣😂😂

[@RCR-x6c]

Thank you, Dylan, for the video. Quick novice question about Catalyst: It has two banks of presets for each of six amp types for a total of 12 presets. Must those 12 presets be based on the six amp types (two each) -OR- could I create 12 presets all based on, say, the Clean amp type?

[@caseyh3650]

Nice hat, Anthony makes some real art with guitars.

[@davidg5629]

You said you were going into the computer. Does that mean you're listening through monitors, rather than the speaker? If that is so, does anyone really need an amplifier? Why not just use a processor into the computer? Great demo, btw.

[@che2335]

I didnt know Katana was transistor preamps w dsp effects. I knew i didnt like its drives. I got a Boss OD200 as a gift and only Stack Drive was barely useable and it was $275. Didnt like it a real TS9 blew its od setting away. I traded for a Spark 40 never happier. This new Catalyst sounds much fuller than Katana now i see its a true modeler like Positive Grid Spark 40 and their Bias FX head are.

[@DylanTalksTone]

I agree

[@klextacy]

Def. Would like to hear pedals with it.

[@catcancrunch7260]

Purchased this two days ago and have katana also, it's a great amp great price, down side line 6 haven't got a pedal to unlock the effects and so on, all that is available is a two button channel and one effect, so it's not a deal breaker as I got a cheap midi controller plugged in so I can access all twelve patches and access effects which is much better IMO? So is it better than katana? No ! But not worse either. They both have pro n cons and tbh really versatile amps for practice, recording, rehearsal, and gigs....

[@brushstroke3733]

I just heard someone playing some old worn Line 6 amp outside and thought it had great tone. The person playing it was driving it with a Fender Strat (I didn't where it was made.)

[@wannapg3750]

As you know, sitting in the room and playing with the amp is very different from playing live with a band. Are you going to play it live with a band?

[@patrickromero5365]

Cool video I just bought me a 200 watt Catalyst I will get mine Friday I play a Mesa Boogie Mark 2B combo Amp but I am 62 and I am just getting tired of lifting it I am hoping this Catalyst will work for me I will be using my Boss ME 80 in front of the Amp but I might try the effects loop to see if it sounds better now I can go play at jam sessions with out hurting my back

[@patrickromero5365]

Plus it will be great for my new backup Amp and I can pratice for hours with out burning up my tubes.😎🎸🤟

[@brushstroke3733]

What do you think of the amp? I haven't owned a real amp since my 65 Twin Reverb reissue blew the power circuit and I traded it to a shady repair tech for an old Roland Micro Cube.

[@patrickromero5365]

I love it I am very Happy with my new Catalyst 200 I am glade i went with the 200 watt I played it for my first gig and it sounded great I played a Casino gig and it had more then enough power I didn't get to use the XLR line out because people were playing cards so we couldn't be to loud I am 62 and I have a bad back I don't have to lift my Mesa Boogie anymore I used my Boss ME-80 so I just used the clean sound on the Catalyst with my effects and I was surprised how good it worked with my pedalborad I highly recommend this Amp but I suggest that you try them out first to see witch one works for you.

[@patrickromero5365]

Update I still have the Catalyst 200 and I still love it I play all over Denver and It's light and that is a plus this Amp is the best Solid Amp I have ever owned and trust Me I've tried them All I haven't had not one problem problem I been playing guitar for 52 years and I know tone the XLR out is Awesome I am glade I chose the 200 watt it just has a fuller sound I give The Line 6 Catalyst 200 a thumbs up I highly recommend this Amp 😎🎸🤟🎵

[@leoolivero963]

I play my 200 in the 0.5W setting at home and it is just an awesome sounding amp. Better than the 60 which am now gona have to sell.

[@Hue_Nery]

Like the Fender Tone Master x4 and starting at 1/3 the price for the 60 watt model.

[@mikevanleeuwen2858]

Yes try some analoque pedals in front of it . And comparising to a katana

[@M5guitar1]

Note that Line6 is Yamaha. I had the scoop not to say a word about it a year before it happened.

[@marshallandroxy]

Great review thanks for all the details.

[@danii35]

Did you just compared catalyst with kemper and helix ? Im thrilled.

[@fiddlix]

And after Mike Mathew’s announcement today, this is more relevant than ever.

[@mistermushroom652]

Since you have a master volume and a gain control, what does the volume control do?

[@castleanthrax1833]

Exactly what you'd expect. Yes, it does seem a little superfluous, but it's there nonetheless.

[@Crashboogie]

Is the 60 watt version loud enough for a band rehearsel/live situation? 🎸😎👍🏼

[@chesleyoverstreet498]

Looks like this or a tone master will be my next purchase. Especially with the tube situation coming.

[@dimosthenispanagopoulos1569]

Pretty nice video. Waiting for the comparison with the katana

[@45327chris]

Hi Dylan, thank you for this Video. Greetings from Germany

[@booshting3520]

Its not going to replace my Katana MK2 100w, but its sounds good

[@monrodeo100]

Now I got the SE and I’m probably getting your pups in a pick guard when you have them and I’m getting the Catalyst 60 so it woul be nice to see you demo a 2 sounds 1. A Robben Ford dumble sound with delay and reverb. 2. A nice clean 4 position on the SE with spacious reverb maybe slight shimmer and some complimentary delay kinda cavernous but not overdone. Pretty please

[@overcome8628]

I just bought a 60, I hope I made the right decision. Is it better than the katana? Also, will a line 6 HD 500X work with it.

[@castleanthrax1833]

It's not a matter of which is better. Does the Catalyst do what you require, and was it a good price? Don't second guess your purchase... just enjoy it and have fun.

[@grayaj23]

thanks for this video. I think if this had been available when I first started learning, I'd have had less option paralysis than I did with the Katana 50. I still like the Katana, but the simplicity of the Catalyst is appealing.

[@marzipanhuman2356]

same here, having a lot of options is pretty coll, but i cant help but to feel somewhat lost when i try new configurations

[@roger6970]

Bought one 200. Like it but only used clean channel playing 5 pedals through the effects loop do the same on my Boss 100 . Get all the sound I want but probably will buy a volume pedal.

[@RonRuminski]

Let’s see some pedals. Thanks.

[@Watergrovey]

Yes to pedals!

[@cizmar1972]

Can you record tracks to the PC using the USB and line 6 software? Or do you need an interface?

[@castleanthrax1833]

No separate interface is required.

[@Calebeqz]

Nice review. Ever thought about reviewing the pod go??