Which is the best Boss Katana to take to Gigs and Rehearsals? 50 vs 50EX vs 100

[@TheGuitarGeek]

Get your Katana here (one link for all models and GA FC EX) : Thomann - redir.love/thocf/5j95lq1q4v Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/x0LrA Andertons - bit.ly/3iysV0b

[@hikupmusicofficial]

excelent lol

[@eldoubleu2250]

Excellent...but in a Bill and Ted way ;p What are your thoughts on just using the 100 watt Amp Head... And is there one electric rockestra players would find best for their needs .. In other words... Versatility wise...what would work for a bass guitar and a violin? Or chin cello? Thanks

[@arielb.8852]

Per my friendly Sweetwater Sales Engineer, Boss has discontinued the Katana 50 mkii EX (at least in North America). Do you still suggest the Katana 100 mkii over the 50mkii (assuming there are no used 50 EX models available)? Also still EXCELLENT (in a self gratifying tone).

[@martyc4906]

50EX Excellent 😅

[@joggerino3284]

I am new to electric guitar and wonder, if there is a difference between recording with USB ot this MIDI Bluetooth adapter? Can I play music, record it at the same time and the computer automatically writes note or tab?

[@DylanWOWilliams]

I just ordered a 100 mk II for $100 off. I’m so freaking stoked. The effects loop was the major selling point for me. I’m in love with my pedal board.

[@BigBobbyBoLo]

thats a greal deal!

[@DylanWOWilliams]

@@BigBobbyBoLo Yeah, man, no regrets, I’ve used it everyday since I got it.

[@mickeyburns3494]

Excellent! I bought the 100 mk2, the effects loop was a factor as I wanted to be able to use my own reverbs, delays and looper post internal effects. It would be great if Boss added a tuner and a looper, though.

[@kensmith325]

Great video. Boss should be happy that you are promoting their amps. Been waiting for a review on the 50 MK2 EX and the comparison to the 100. You go into a lot of common sense detail that made it a lot easier for me to decide between the two. Thanks. I went for the 50 EX.

[@brianschiller4053]

I like the Katana series and got my Artist combo because I preferred the speaker over what came in the other models, and I wanted an effects loop and the larger controller. Excellent!

[@berinjelablues]

Dude, really , you are one of the best 3 music content youtubers that I ever see!

[@bwvideo0905]

I agree and that's why I just subbed! Keep up the great work Geek!!!✌🤘👍👍

[@smarba1]

Excellent review, just what i was looking for

[@Kit-and-Stoma-Bob]

As a beginner, I'm still happy with my choice of a 50 mkII. I found a good deal for the amp, and have the xsonic airstep pedal coming to allow access to slightly more than the 2 pedal footswitch. As I'm learning this is more than enough for me at the moment!

[@LuisJimenez-pb3ge]

I’m not a beginner and I play in a band with an aggressive punk rock drummer, I still bought the Katana 50 MkII. It’s great for home using the 0.5watt feature and perfect for live shows using the full 50watts. If you’re playing a show where you feel that 50watts isn’t enough then you should be mic’d up to the house speakers and monitors.

[@greg6162]

@@LuisJimenez-pb3ge Yeah, I'm in the same spot. We play 90's punk/grunge etc. and our drummer is a beast. We first jammed and I brought my THR10II lol. So I was on the fence and ended up with a mk2 100. Great amp but it's not exactly the most portable. Kinda wish I got the 50 mk2, but I also have a boss RC-5 so it's a pro/con. The amp sounds amazing at rehearsal and I haven't needed the 100w yet. I use the 50w and it's enough for now, but the 100 definitely sounds bigger and fuller than the 50 when I tried it out at guitar center. However, it's heavy carrying to practice going from THR10II, but the sound is worth it if you live gig but you could definitely get by with a 50 if it's mic'd up for sure

[@niteriderband4713]

As an advanced player, you made the correct choice. Solid state amps are great until they break and you might as well throw it away.

[@riccampbell]

Some months later I'm curious as to your experience with the Airstep. I've had one almost since I got the K50, certainly does more than "slightly". Channel switching, f/x access including switching between variants, and - hooray - wireless access to the Katana Librarian. Totally opened up the amp for me - and cheaper than the Boss. So waddaya think?

[@starmorpheus]

@@niteriderband4713 hilarious. Let me guess, tube over everything?

[@SundayMorningGuitars]

That was an Eggcelent review 😢😂. I definitely think the 100 is worth it for the effects loop. Thanks for the review!!

[@brianprime3652]

I appreciate the thorough and thoughtful discussion of these amp comparisons/contrasts! I’m a newly minted expat musician now living in (back in) Philippines and needed to replenish my amplifier(s) lost to travel constraints. I ended up with the 100 mk2 and an Airstep Kat pedal. I had plenty of other equipment back in America and never gave the Katana-series a listen, but this great amp is light, powerful, and effects-packed enough to set me up with a world of creativity!

[@brianvankley3529]

I bought a MkII 50 a few years ago as a “backup” to my tube amp. (I was an avid effects loop user at the time.) I haven’t taken the tube amp off the shelf in 2 years, I like the sound that much. (And it keeps up with a live drummer.) The audience can’t hear the difference between a delay & reverb in the effects loop vs plugged into the front end, so that compromise turned out to not be a huge thing. My 2 cents.

[@qba_RL]

I've been trying to wrap my head around the differences of these 3 models. Thank you for the amazing comparison and clear-as-day explanations

[@derekschuster9100]

I just ordered the katana 50 mkii ex as my first amp. Great video. Excellent

[@Chris_Nouvelli]

Eeeexxcellent. My purchase will be a further curve ball - the 2x12 Katana 100 mk2! Took my 50w mk2 to band practice and although it performed beautifully, I need more air being pushed around. Plus I’d love to use a looper! But if that EX had existed when I originally bought my mk2 it would’ve been an instant purchase. Great video, Andy!

[@MarkFauver]

Excellent. Good information thanks. I’m playing with the 50mk2 non ex. Your earlier videos had me trying amps like crazy and I came to the conclusion that the 50 is my cup o tea. It’s really a fine little amp! Thanks for helping and I look forward to more from you.

[@charliew9515]

Thanks - I have been looking for a small gigging amp as my big amps are too much for small venues. At this point most likely will pick up a 50 EX as the major drawback was the lack of the larger GA FC foot pedal. This video was EXCELLENT in validating and pointing out the key differences. The light weight/small size are also very important due to the apparent requirement to have very small stages in many places nowadays. I think your pinpointing the key differences was spot on.

[@Pau2100]

EXcellent! I wasn't sure which Boss Katana should I buy, but I finally bought the 100 MK2 because I think it is probably the best choice for me. What I want is an amp for the rest of my life, one that I can use in any situation and I think the 100 is a very good option, so I hope I a made a good decision. Thanks for your videos, you helped me decide! 😊

[@The1stLumiens]

What an fabulous (most excellent) explanation of each amplifier's pros and cons. I have the 100 mkII artist, and I'm sure to pick up an awesome, previously loved, 50 mkII soon.

[@tcm6756]

Bought a 50MK a couple of weeks ago on sale, I got the white one bc I liked it. Got it in anticipation of a custom built Tele gift from a close pal. It will arrive soon. Have NOT opened the Boss. Now thinking about returning for a 50EX, You just made that decision MUCH.....more difficult, but that's on me. I just play at home, no gigging, just personal fun. Thanks for a typically great effort! I'm a big fan.

[@TheGuitarGeek]

oh I am SORRY! I love the 50 but the 50 EX makes life easier (with the GA-FC)

[@im58woody]

Excellent- Great in depth reasoning for anyone wanting one of these amps 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@shadowminister4090]

"Excellent" comparison video Andy. As you say, it all comes down to need; where you play etc. Bedroom vs restaurant vs rowdy pub scene etc. My son is a gigging jazz bass player, who plays in small bars, where there is no option to plug into a front-of-house system. To be heard, he has a Roland Bass Cube 100 and being a bass amp, it's bulky and heavy and yes, travelling by public transport is problematic. Unless you are a bedroom player, you probably need more than one amp.

[@jasondrayton6229]

Just starting out and I went with the 100 since it was just $110 more than the 50. Also its not that much bigger with more power and it's future proof so I can grow with it and not buy anything new for a long time. Thanks for your advice!

[@charlesgillespie5049]

I have been researching a good pickup and go amp and came across your video. I am already an owner of the Boss Acoustic Singer Live 60-watt Bi-amp Acoustic Combo with FX amp for my acoustic guitar. Your video definitely showed me the choice in the Katana line and made it easy to pick from that line up and for that Excellent help, I thank you.

[@TheGuitarGeek]

You’re welcome Charles!

[@jimmy5634]

Thanks for the great comparison. Boss is now offering a “cash” rebate on the 50 EX so the difference in price between it and the 50 is only $30.

[@TheGuitarGeek]

Oh wow! Thanks for the info

[@michelvondenhoff9673]

Great amps, got a Dual Cube LX tiny lunchbox amp. Boss does a really nice job regarding affordable good sounding amps.

[@jasonperry2385]

Just bought a 100. Waiting for my GAFC EX to arrive. Excellent!!!

[@jonsterngold4942]

EXcellent! I picked up both the 50mkII EX and a 100 MkII head that I run through a medium size cab with an old Jensen Neo in it. The 100 with that cab sounds much better than the 50 EX, but I attribute that to cab size and speaker. Without doing an A/B, side to side. I think, as you do, that the 50 sounds great, however cramped. I'll bet it'll sit just fine in my band's mix, which I'll try (just got these) next session - as soon as everyone gets over their colds and such. Great video. I've been playing, however lamely, for 63 years - lots of tube amps along the way - no longer needed. Gotta love modern tech and Boss in particular!!

[@shanehuntcreative]

Excellent!! I’ll definitely be getting the 100. I have a few pedals that are just too important for me and I gotta take advantage of that effects loop. Thanks for the great video.

[@arielb.8852]

I am leaning towards the Katana 50 mkii as it's a fairly inexpensive, can act as my home practice pedal platform, works well with my xsonic airstep and I don't really have a lot of extra space for a larger amp or plan on using an effects loop. Excellent.

[@chuckkerr2963]

I have a katana 50 never quite knew what I was doing, because I'm a jazz artist and never could get it to sound quite the way I wanted it with deep tones, but after watching this video. I am going to purchase the 100 to use with my GT 100 foot pedal. I really like the way you explain it. You put it where the goats can you get it, that means quite simply put and easy to understand. 😊

[@famtoonen18]

Yes, i am a member of the end of the video club!!!! Great vid mate.

[@user-xd7rc9mj3x]

Eggselent review. The 100 sounds like the one to get if you are gigging. I have the 50mk ii. Discovered depth of Tone Studio and now stopped using my pedal boards for the most part. Given that there's a clean amp setting, if you limit to getting your dirt from the pedals, you can put them in front of the amp, using the clean.

[@misterbojangles24]

Excellent comparison. I have the 100. But you are right about the weight and size. For me, it was the sound and effects pedal. If you have concerns about the weight use a small hand truck or dolly

[@moreorlesslikeso]

A very considerate comparison! As to your conclusion (which certainly seems well rooted): I'd say that - given the fact (as we could hear) that the 50s and the 100 DO sound different - before you make your decision you actually should hear the difference yourself, preferably playing YOUR music with YOUR guitar (or something close to it) and THEN make your final choice.

[@JohnHenrySoto]

Great video! I still love my original 50 Mk2 but that new EX is tempting. The 100 is just too heavy and the extra features aren't worth the next day back pain. Thank you for the video and EXCELLENT..... :)

[@SlimRhyno]

How dare you not do all my thinking for me! What, you think I watch comparison videos so I can make better informed decisions based upon my individual circumstances or something?! ... Heh, seriously though, I really appreciated that video 🙏🤘

[@steveindorset]

Been watching your vids for past few days as looking for an amp and not had one in a few years. Seems the world of tone and technology has exploded in those few years. But you've convinced me, with your excellent, really informative and very professionally made vids to go for the 50EX!! Thanks.It is beyond me why you don't have few hundred thousand subscribers. How come you doing living in Germany, you really don't sound German?? Was it the love of a good woman? Which ever, blessing mate, you helped me out a lot. Subscribed.

[@EliezerRoqueCisneros]

i would and probably will buy the excellent katana 50 ex. i was on the fence about wanting an FX loop, but you honestly sold me on the convenience

[@garyhanley3477]

Eggcellent!! The 100 it is and thanks for the detailed analysis.

[@Nayah9]

FX loop is a must-have now that Tonex One is around. You get the best amp/pedal modelling on the market and a tuner in a tiny pedal. Not to mention using a looper and the better/louder speaker. Got my Katana 100 MK2 for €260 second hand in mint condition years ago. Still my only workhorse to this day.

[@gholaBadAxe]

Thanks, Andy. Most EXCELLENT as usual. Having worked in industry for 40 years (yes, I'm an old guy), I know an up-sell situation when I see it in the design decisions Boss made in engineering the three amps you compared here. I think the grab-n-go explanation is the best reason to buy the 50 mk2 EX, and since I don't use pedals, but I do use the GA-FC EX the decision for me is a no-brainer. Now, what shall we do when the Katana 50 mk3 comes out? I look forward to that debate.

[@aristotleasis867]

Excellent video. Appreciate this review. I use an amp modeler(Gigboard) and I am part of a group of bands gigging and our set-up includes Katana 100's. I connect to PA direct all the time and one time I connected to the Katana effects loop and was blown away by the sound. I don't know why because I already have a 100 at home, but the katana mic'd up on live gig sounds awesome. I am planning to buy another Katana 100 for my other band gigging light throughout the place. I guess your video helped me figure out what my next Katana will be. Cheers man.

[@jonschaeffer7516]

Excellent! I just bought the 50MKII having no idea there was an EX but I may upgrade later because I really want to use the GA FC. Great video!

[@ikestoddard2458]

I want to complement you on this video’s presentation. You sound like you have practiced and thought about the subject a LOT. You do not sound like a marketer. And I would have to buy the one not really mentioned, the 200, because I have EXCELLENT requirements. 😁

[@pablogomez8667]

Excellent! Just bought an EX today with a GA-FC. I really struggled doing the choice with the 100... Because of the fx loop vs size/weight and the fact that I will likely never need a 100watts. Before seeing this video I was kind of doubting my decision... But you convinced me I made the right choice ! Can't wait to get them delivered. Anyways thanks for the detailed video. You definetly kill !!

[@panayotismav]

I am currently thinking of buying a 50-EX and this was the most helpful video for me to confirm my choice. Excellent!

[@tlb2732]

I got rid of mine after four months. I had the Katana 100 mk2. It was definitely not a good amp for gigging. No matter how deep I got into it, when I showed up at a gig, the thing always sounded puny. None of the presets, whether factory defaults, my creations, or patches from others, could measure up onstage. I simply got fed up with fighting it searching for a pleasing tone. I wound up going back to field proven workhorses. Then, because I'm 59 years old now with back pain issues, I decided to try an ampless approach. It serves my needs perfectly and gets the job done quite sufficiently.

[@phishfan]

If you want a stand-alone amp in the future, check out the Blackstar St. James (which comes in two versions in case you don't know about them). They are designed o be the lightest tube amps on the market- about the same weight as a Katana.

[@tdemask]

I recently bought a katana 50 mk2 for 225 bucks for rehearsals. It’s super lightweight and flexible and I love it! As for a pedal, I bought an XSonic Airstep Kat, which is a 5 buttone footswitch that gives me channel switching and effect on/off per channel. It cost $69 straight from xsonic! And, it features a Bluetooth and a downloadable app (for iOS, not sure about android) that basically gives you the functionality of the boss tone studio app on your phone! The airstep is great, and an amazing bargain. No affiliation with me, just really happy with the switcher!

[@FrankPiacitelli]

Thanks for the announcement and breakdown Andy. In the wise words of Bill and Ted, excellent!

[@TheGuitarGeek]

Widdly widdley widdly!

[@firestormtees4779]

I started with the 50 then because of your video upgraded to the ARTIST its fantastic

[@TheGuitarGeek]

I love the artist. the sound is another level but dang that thing is heavy... An artist filled with helium, is that possible?

[@yvesv1422]

Thanks a lot for your very clear explanation ! I just pressed the buy button after watching your video for a Katana 50 MKII EX version at 240€ ! no brainer!

[@JTekstar]

Excellent I got a Katana mkii 50 ex for 265 out the door tax included in the us and an gafcex for 150. i used to have a 100 mkii with a pedal board and sold it all. Now I can get all my sounds and use less equipment so i have more room in my Honda civic to go do gigs.

[@Zeinzu2]

I have 2 EXCELLENT mk1 Katana 50's and they are all I think most need. Because I think most people will buy some sort of effect that the Katanas can't do. Like all the cool reverbs/delays. Or anything else cool for that matter. But that's just me.

[@LightningGuitar]

This is the best explanation for this amp, the best way is go for the 100w

[@Briansgate]

What a time to be alive. I can't imagine having things like this when I started playing as a kid.

[@TheGuitarGeek]

I know mate. I am suprised i am still alive considering all the dodgy rigs i have plugged into

[@Thurisaz84]

Excellent! AtM I am helping a beginner sort out his needs for amplification and I wasn't quite shure what the deffernces between "the Katanas" were. Thanks a lot for your help!

[@craigtimmis2056]

Yeah i like that, pretty excellent! summary of the katana and things that stand out on all the models. Great work.

[@victoriastorm4575]

Excellent!!! I love my 50 Mk2. Haven’t explored the online effects options. Need a tremolo so will add that soon. I stand close to my amp at my shows so micing and using the top buttons is all I need.

[@j.w.7461]

Excellent! Been struggling with this decision. Sold my Fender Pro Jr a month ago. I going for newest 50 watt Katana. Thank you from Canada.

[@ragnaakira]

Excellent. This video helped me decide between the 100 and the 50 ex. The 50 ex is suited for my needs. I don't really need a FX loop since most if not all effects I need is already built in on the Katana. Plus, the money I saved from the 100 will be added to my budget for the GA-FC EX.

[@gunnarulfberht1610]

I am currently looking for a Katana amp and this video certainly helped a lot ! EXCELLENT !!

[@JanLawicki]

Such a lovey and thorough review Andy. Still happy with my VINTAGE 100 mk1. Eggselent

[@MarceloHernandez1962]

Loved the video. I already have a Katana-Head MkII & Katana Cabinet 212 but am considering a Katana-50 MkII EX for smaller gigs... EXCELLENT!

[@benjoel6692]

You nailed it! I want the 50ex because I walk to my weekly practice and weekly gig. The 50 fits inside a small roller lugguage suitcase. I can walk to the gig with my guitar on my back and an amp in my roller bag. It's by far the best performance ready package in mobile size.

[@TheGuitarGeek]

I am so glad someone else is experiencing the same positivity. The GA-FC opens up the world of effects so I hope you get your wish!

[@benjoel6692]

@@TheGuitarGeek excellent...

[@alfredouriellopez534]

Excellent! I just bought Katana 100 Mk 2, I've been using the 50 for many years and wanted the extra volume that in some gigs I know I will need, the bigger speaker and the option to use the GA-FC. Great video!

[@davidkelter8379]

Excellent. Love your videos. I was able to sample both the 50 and the 50ex. The ex hit the mark. I'm not quite ready for the 100 just yet. Very impressed with the 50ex.

[@AgathoplaysYT]

Excellent article. Was toying with the hard deecision of 50 or 100? You just made my mind up for me. Katana 50 EX it is for me then.

[@philopino868]

Excellent! I'm going for the 50 MK2 EX, I think it fits the bill for me. You've gained a new sub bud, cheers!

[@brubakersflatcakes9755]

Good stuff! I went straight to the Artist MKII. Seemed worth the extra cash at the end of the day. Tried a 50MKII first I love these amps!

[@thelamplighter]

Excellent....going for the 100. Minimal price difference, and the 100 will probably better hold its ground alongside a rambunctious drummer. Thank you for another great video!

[@TPT243]

Great Video! I appreciate the thoroughness of your reviews and your very practical approach in this comparison. I was doing some research on amps for a student and I'm going to send her this review! Excellent!

[@AngusNB]

Excellent. Yes, do a tuner video. It is a bit annoying that Boss is driving down the resale value of the older 50 watt Katanas.

[@tcm6756]

Just like computers used to do though. That's jus life in always changing world anymore. I do get it though.

[@barrylibecap5092]

I still have the first katana 50 and I use a boss me 80. Love boss. I'm thinking about buying the katana ex. I think they are "excellent".

[@MrMem90]

Excellent review! I don't own Katana, and if I were to get one, your advices are really helpful for it. I would select 50 EX for the reasons you covered.

[@killeak999]

Looking for all informations in order to get a Katana MK II, more precisely the 100 since i've to match a mad hitting drummer and for tone exploration by the FX loop. So my general idea is now more clear than ever, which also mean that review is... Excellent!!!

[@danmorgan9795]

Finally upgraded to the MKii 100 and it’s dramatically different than the MKi. I have not played the 50ex but definitely see the pros to owning that excellllent version. I also have a MKi 100 2x12…maybe that one will go on the chopping block in exchange for the 50ex. As always Andy, great video. Cheers!

[@johnquant9924]

This was an excellent video, and I appreciate the details comparison and clear recommendations with reasoning.

[@igormedeiros8534]

Gonna get the 50 mkii ex, cause is "excellent" , tks for this excel comparison video, subscribing rigth now

[@miker846]

Excellent! As always, your reviews are awesome and educational Andy! Can’t decide between the 50 EX and 100 because of the sound, presence knob and fx loop difference. Hence, I will drop by my local guitar shop and weigh each of them by walking a few steps in the store.😂

[@damasterkarej]

Excellent, I am choosing none and staying with Blackstar Silverline 20 :) still loud enough to play next to drummer.

[@BrandonKJohnson]

EGGCELENT VIDEO 🙂 Ive been a katana user for a few years now, YOU helped get me on board actually. I have owned 6 different versions but currently own 2, a mk2 50, and a mk1 head. I love them! But ive always wished there was a tuner on board! Also a 40 to 60 second looper would be wonderful!! Also would love a little display screen and more patches available on board. However I'm still happy cause I'm sure that'd all cost a lot and might make it less attainable and a more intimidating purchase than a $250 new mk2 50 Still think they could afford a tuner lol. (Like the late model Crate combos had)

[@xlarge2011]

Have the standard 50 MK II as a practice amp and I love it.💙 Excellent!

[@jasonwelch6306]

Eggcellent, another Katana to add to my collection! I already have a mk1 Katana 50 and a Katana Air. I guess I'll need to get the 50EX so I can swap it out with my Mk1 50 that stays at my jam space since it finally has proper foot switch support. If it had a built in tuner it would be the Katana Mk3 50 I've been wishing for. I also would love if it had the same Bluetooth phone app that the Katana Air uses.

[@caleshtcincredibles]

Yeh good video very informative, I'm going for the 50 EX , light , easy to tote and the multi function footswitch iced the deal. Price of the 50 EX also helped cement my decision

[@CampbellMC90]

The 50 MKII EX came on for $20 more than the 50 MKII so it was an easy buy for my sons first amp. As much as I wanted the effects loop for down the road, it was basically going to cost $150 for just the loop as far as the rest goes. This amp sounds absolutely beautiful, both of us were extremely happy.

[@zarkodurakovic5750]

ok, after watching dozens of videos and reading a bunch of reviews, I finally decided that my next amp will be Katana 100MK2. And now Boss releases the Katana Mk250EX... How rude!. The price is not much of a problem, and the size and weight are not either,... the only thing that kills me is the effects loop. BTW, Excellent video ;-)

[@CarlisleFox]

I have been using a Katana 50 MK2 mic'd up with an sm57 for gigging for the last 3 years and it has been indestructible. Something you have not mentioned is that there actually IS a footswitch that turns the 50 MK2 into a usable bit of stage kit called the AIRSTEP kat edition, plugs into the USB port on the back and gives you access to all 4 channels and the effects on those channels, I've been using this on my pedalboard to turn it into a usable gigging amp. In addition I've got a noise gate, tuner and drop pedal on there, this setup has done really well for me. I'm moving to the tone master pro now so just looking to sell it all, figures that boss would release the EX now and obliterate my resale value lol.

[@mattwelch4025]

Excellent video! Well-investigated, thought out and discussed! You helped me a great deal.

[@garyvanrassel9931]

I will be picking up the 50EX very soon...Excellent.

[@TheGuitarGeek]

Enjoy it!

[@guguslive]

Excellent... I have MKI 50 and 100... the only thing I wish I had is the line-out microphone options on Tone Studio.

[@Turbo-D]

i invested in the 100 watt MKII head right from the start and never regretted that, the build in speaker is not near suitable for the stage but a very nice add on for practicing. you really need the footcontroller for that amps so just keep that in mind when you decide what model to buy, piece 🦾🖤

[@kennethhoneycutt4513]

I think I would have to go for the one hundred I just like having the most features in an app Excellent

[@markz3847]

Excellent review. You nailed it on the recommendation. I have the 100, but would not think twice about adding the 50EX if I needed to transport it often. I have also been interested in the stereo expand feature using the 100 with the 50EX.

[@jtkirkhum]

I'm going for the 50 EX..Just makes good sense to me..EXCELLENT !!!

[@Ray-Angel]

I started with the 50MKll but soon upgraded to the 100MKll because I need an effects loop. A few months later I came into some extra money and decided to upgrade again to the Artist MKll. But the Artist is a kind of a heavy amp to lug around for an old Dude like me. Then I discovered the 100 MKll head has a small speaker built in for home practice and since I use the line out almost exclusively, I traded my Artist MKll for a 100MKll head. So, good sounds at low volume at home, plug into my interface for home recording or into the FOH for playing live. Excellent. I also have a Katana Air for when I travel. These amps are incredible.

[@Axle_J]

Excellent. Recently began my guitar journey and I'm looking to upgrade this ancient amp I've been using. Still haven't quite made my decision on what to get but this has helped a ton.

[@astewart9410]

EXCELLENT The katana EX is very cool, but I don’t gig and I would trade all that other stuff for an effects loop. I have the 50 MkI and the 50 MkII and I run them wet/dry via a radial big shot ABY pedal. I would love an effects loop on the 50. Maybe MkIII will offer a loop on the 50. Still, most pedals sound fine through the front… And I agree on the tuner.

[@damianfennelly5752]

I have the 50 Mk2 and my main criticism is that the line out turned off the speaker. That and there isn't an app based version of Tone Studio that you can run on a tablet and connect to your amp to tinker with the settings (there are 3rd party ones but Boss are missing a trick by not building one themselves...) As such I haven't really used the Tone Studio that much but it is cool to be able to change the specific effects. When I do use it I usually end up writing on masking tape labels what each one is (red, amber, and green) because I forget... When you factor in the costs of the 100 Mk2 and the foot switch you're looking at more money than a Fender GTX100 that comes with it (and has an app to tinker with the setting as well as a looper and a tuner...). So that's the decision I'm looking at: Boss Katana 100 Mk2 + foot switch Vs. Fender GTX100. I'm going to keep the 50 because it makes a great monitor for a multi FX unit and it's cheaper than an FRFR speaker. Eggcellent video....

[@robjones7725]

I have a 100 mk2 and like it a lot but have not used the effects loop - there's too much built in and the footswitch sorts out changing tones. The 50EX makes the original 50s less desirable but a big price hike for the 50EX. They are all good amps unless you are a tube/valve snob. I agree that the 50EX is a great choice for those that want to keep weight and space occupancy down. They are all so versatile and maybe complex but there is fun in the learning curve of these amps. Boss nailed it with these amps and I have a bass 210 too. Great quality and value for money imho. Good vid demo and explanation of the various qualities of these affordable amps.

[@bryancollins6796]

Eggsellint! The 50 MKII EX with foot controller added is indeed the best of the Katana's for gigs and rehearsals. However, the MKII 50 may, in fact, be your best value for a practice amp.