Boss Katana Amps - How to record through USB output into computer
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- Опубликовано: 21 мар 2018
- In this video you will learn how to easily hook up the Katana;s USB output to easily record into your favorite recording software.
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"USB A to B" is the cord name for the USB cable you need
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The technical term is house-y part
well i don't know if this is a regional thing. but here where I live (Scandinavia) its called USB 2.0
It’s actually USB 2.0 A to B
Sorry nerds hate to tell you it's called a HOUSE
A few tips for people having problems. Firstly I’d recommend you get a new USB cable. Those really old printer cables might be be on older USB protocol. Secondly, on a Mac make sure you’ve got Katana selected as your input device in sound preferences. Thirdly, go into tone studio and open “system” then “USB” and max the output to 200%. Apparently this is necessary. Third, you only have to have the input device as katana in your daw. Output to wherever you want, but be sure to have it set to “INPUT 1+2” because I’ve heard it sends multiple channels for fx. Try all that and if still doesn’t work then beats me! Lol
You're a saint.
Juca Nery talked about how the signal through USB is pretty weak, so bumping up the mix level of it is a good suggestion!
Will this work on an interface? I actually have a Roland one.
@@isolatedmortalityband5718 what I was saying there would just be for when you plug the katana in directly with usb. If you have an interface then you could try possibly using the record/phones out or line out to an input on the interface and then the interface input volumes would have some control over the in levels. Not sure if that’s really the best way to do that tho. Think either going straight in or mic’ing the amp would be more ideal
Do you need to buy an interface like focus rite scarlet? When you’re playing you get both sound out of the amp too or is it muted?
Keep expecting Austin to say, "I'm Austin from Boston!"
Every time he says it.i can't unhear it.
"Austin....Austin Massachusetts."
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Great video but I wish you would have played back the recording. It would have answered a lot of questions.
What you’re hearing must be the recording , don’t you think ?
I love this is an official video and the instructions include lines like “get a usb to house cable” and “today I will be using Ableton but it also works with other DAWs like Ableton”
HELP.....I just got a Boss Katana MKII 100 and bought a MacBook Air-M2.... only problem is it only has USB-C ports?? Do I buy the USB-B to USB-C cable for the Katana or do I need a special Apple adapter? Sorry I bought this MacBook Air for the Katana and I don't know how to use either... I also got a Boss RC-5 looper pedal I need to figure out 😖... that's a squishy face because that's literally me now.
@@greg6162 yeah, that should work. good luck my dude.
For the people who want to know how good it sounds with usb: I own the 100 MK II now and the quality over USB is really great. Nice studio quality for records! Don't fear to buy it if this is one of your preferences!
Exactly what I wanted to check this video out for. Thanks for confirming on that specific one! (adds Katana 100 MkII to basket)
Thanks alot!
Any noticeable latency when recording via usb?
@@edmadja7236 no if tried it.
I recorded along with smth i had previously recorded and on the replay you hear no latency
@@siemverver7837 thank you..
I can get the device selected in Audio Preferences within Logic Pro X and MainStage, but when I select input 1,2,3 or 4 (which are the only inputs that appear when the Katana is connected and selected for use) I get nothing. Input Monitoring is enabled but nada .. thoughts ?
I'm a proud owner of a Boss Katana MKII 2x12 amp..I connect my android phone directly into the USB port using an OTG chord and USB attachment..I also use an app called Katana Librarian.
A lot of Boss Katana owners are unaware that you can actually hook your android phone directly into any Katana series amp. I have seen a couple of RUclips videos stating that "you can't use a phone you need a pc in order to fully utilize your Katana amp"..not true....All you need is an OTG (on the go )cable with a USB attachment..I purchased one from Walmart for under 20 bucks.. its self winding and comes with 4 different input heads including the USB input..Why lug around a laptop or have to hook up to a PC when all you need to do is buy this simple chord?
Your probably thinking the Boss Tone Studio on PC has better options...well you would be wrong..the Katana Librarian App has everything the Boss Tone Studio has and *more* ..yup that's right you get everything BTS has to offer plus you get extra options that are only available using the Katana Librarian app and like I said b4 you don't have to lug around a laptop or take time hooking up to a PC.I do not work for Boss Katana and have no affiliation with them..the same goes for the Katana Librarian app...I'm just a guy that loves playing guitar and creating songs.
If you hook up using this method then make sure you go to Katana/GuitarPatches.com...you can download all the free guitar patches you want and change them on the fly using your phone,its so easy and convenient...its like having a Katana amp with unlimited storage channels instead of the 4 to 8 channels (depending on your amp model)you get...there are thousands of patches to choose from or create your own and upload it so others can enjoy your creation....I just can't say enough about how good this phone and amp connection is..it's a godsend for those that play in a band..If you don't own an Android phone then just pick up a cheap one from walmart or target ($30/$50) ..you can also use an IPad.🤘
How would I do this on an iPhone. Any links to an adapter?
@@n_money1019 an adapter for what? The cable would just be an A to C or A to lightening if you use an apple
I honestly do not believe you because of how incredible it sounds. Need to try it. Have the exact same amp.
@@laa0fa502 he ain’t lyin
Hello sir, do you have any tutorial video for this kind of set up?
Austin from Boston! The man!
Hi there! I know that this video is a bit old, but i wanted to ask if the sample rate must be the same in windows audio device , boss katana asio and daw software? For example it must be be 44,100 or 48,000 in all? And how about the buffer and latency? Sorry, but i am struggling with latency issues in my daw. Thanks,
What if I want to play along with other tracks? I'm hearing both the Katana signal from my DAW and the one from the amp. It's not supposed to work like that. I should only hear one instance of my tone. Why isn't this in the manual?
will the mix play back through the Katana or thru my monitors? I do not like when I record guitars via USB out - and then I have to listen to my mix through a guitar amp.
doesn't work. when i connect the katana it cuts off my audio in the daw. no settings fix it.
hi... thanks for your fun and informative videos...
i have a technical qs :
i have a boss rc30 and a boss katana 100... is there a way to use the effects built-in to the amp on the looper... for example : turn on the reverb and record the first layer so it repeats with the reverb... then turn off the reverb and record another clean layer that repeats on top of the first "reverbed" layer... and thanks
your guitar head is magic!
I am using Cubase 10.5 and I am trying to record guitar with my boss katana 100 via USB.I recorded it without problem when I switch it as boss katana from studio setup/vst audio system.The problem is when I switch it my sound card become inactive and I can not hear rest of channels so what is the settings for hearing other channels when I am recording the guitar.Thanks in advance
if I connect amp/cab sim pedal into the Power Amp in on the 50 MKII, then use the USB ouput on the Katana, is the built in CAB sim on the Katana ON or OFF?
I have a new iPad Pro 2020 and I bought the multi port adaptor which has a USB input on it. When I plug the USB into the multiport adaptor and open garage band I cannot figure out how to play straight out of the amp into garage band. I use the same set up with my digital roll and piano and it input just fine. Does this output from the boss katana only work with a computer DAW?
Great source of katana 50 info!
If i connect my ME80 to a Boss Katana and record it thru my laptop via a usb cable will it record the same sound or setting i made from both? Or it is Boss katana only?
I know there's a way to select the clean channel for recording, but what channel is that named in Ableton? I'd like to have that channel for using amp plugins.
this video was great and awesome
What USB lead do you need? Is it same as the one that’s compatible with the Fender Mustang GTX50?
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Can I ask what the usb setting on tone studio mean? They are mix level, effect out level, loop back, to effect level and dry out level. Thank you!
how does the playback work on Bose Tone Studio?
so is this a good alternative for podfarm from line 6 with the ux1?
Will the Boss Katana amp work with a computer running Linux Ubuntu?
I have a copy of pro tools first, I got the DAW to recognize the Katana MkII 50 as input but won’t allow me to select a separate output source. I don’t want the playback through the amp, any recommendations?
Can I use effects pedals with my guitar? Signal goes into amp... will the USB to computer record the effects pedals into my DAW?
My Katana is not next to my computer...and I already have all my DI tracks...do I really have to move my amp next to my computer, then reamp my DI tracks with the Katana and record everything in real time? Is there no VST audio plugin that can import Katana tones?
Thanks for the video! Which DAW are you using?
Hello sir may I ask what is the mic for? are you miking or direct record via usb - pc?
will this work with Garage Band macOS Mojave??
I need help, I want to use the Katana mk2 with cubase 12 but I cant get it to work/find the right settings?...what to do?
is there different software that would need to be downloaded for each individual daw that you may want to use? or just the Boss Tone Studio?
You just need the driver I believe. Tone studio is mainly for changing the tone of the amp itself and isn't needed for the daw
Does katana do a 12 volt usb out model for portable mobile live streaming set up from a campervan?
The recording is choppy and the distortion effects are not passed to Ableton. What could I be doing wrong?
When I record the input levels are super low, how can I change this?
So its possible to use the boss Katana amp as sort of audio interface to record any sound from the amp to my laptop? 🤔🤔 also i use audacity and its good enough no issues there?
Does this work witht he katana air since it has no driver on the official page...
Can you record a stereo signal this way?
Hi, can I record the katana 50 via a boss micro br 80?
I have been recording my Katana with the 1/4 inch line out on the back into my focusrite 2i2 into my daw . That way im not using the Katana as a sound card and I can play back through my monitors.But then I cant use my sneaky amps or tone Studio?
Do you use a regular guitar cable or a TRS? I’m asking because some effects the amp outputs are in stereo and I’m curious how that would be possible in your setup. I think that’s why USB is popular with this amp. You might not be getting the stereo effects that the amp can do!
Any suggestions on how to get the record level higher? In both garageband and ableton, the level is way too low (garageband greys out the ability to set the record level). Tried upping the System Output (all of them) to 200%, doesn't help. Master volume up all the way.
hi. did you ever get an answer to this? i have the same issue.
@@johnr8239 open up boss tone studio and turn the volume all the way up on the amp panel
how i can have different input and output devices for ASIO driver? I am using ableton in windows and its not showing different input and output devices for me.
I have the mk2 100w head and have connected via USB but I cannot find where in the preferences in Cubase 11 to set the audio in and audio out. Anyone get any ideas?
I can record Katana like you did but cant listen it. Only changing soundcard helps when audition. There is not audio input and output separated in Ableton live 10 .Can you help me?
Hansba Beats ever figure this out? Same problem here. Thanks
I'm using Reaper but can't get it to record. It shows that it picks up the sound, but no wave pattern.
Can i use boss katana as audio interface and use neural dsp pluggins?
I get a far better, and louder, signal by going from the Katana headphone output jack to the XLR on my mixing desk. That doesn't mess with my MIDI port settings in my DAW either!
Why did you totally omit what would happen if you try to playback the track or if you want to track yourself listening to playback of other tracks such as drums or bass? I'm pretty sure you knew it wouldn't work right?
I was dreaming about this comment
This should be top comment, and the feature he's demonstrating seems useless.
So let’s say I record a track with my Katana, what you’re saying is, I can’t play it back and listen to it?
@@Nionyx Yes :D
Would appreciate a support video on setting up a Boss VE 2 into a LINUX system. Mint Linux system....
can this work well with electric drum kit can i still record well with it
ok, very nice ... but what do you do on stage if the stereo sound should also be sent to the main system? Katana can only forward stereo via USB, right?
Wrong.. common guitar cable will do the job, but you need the 100w and change the "stereo expand" switch on the back of the amp to "on"
sorry english isn't my first language
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Hello. I'm using windows 10 and unlike what the official Boss site says, my computer does not automatically dowload the katana driver. My computer is unable to recognize the amp. is there a way I can either download this driver manually or connect my amp to my pc without it?
You can probably download the needed drivers from the BOSS website.
Go ahead and PLAY IT BACK! DO IT!!!!
Makes the distortion sound like a bunch of angry bees in a box
@@trendkill3333 noup, not the case, i have the mk2 50, just bought the USB cable, used boss tone studio to shape the sound to my taste and Audacity to record. I can't believe the quality of the sound - you'd never think an amp as affordable as this could perform so well in a recording enviroment. In my opinion this amp is worth every cent you pay. Only downside - the sound when recording through usb isn't that great when it comes out of the amp, but the recorded sound is amazing. It may be a little too much for the amp to handle so many things at once.
How can I have sound thru amp speaker not headphones...I use presounus one as software
While USB is plugged in, does the Katana speaker act as a monitor?
Yeah. The katana speaker is not muted if youre using usb to edit patches or record.
also there were no other tracks in your demo is this possible?
Hi bro, thanks for the video. Plase help. I managed to connect the katana Artist MK2 to Pro Tools by changing the playback device in the setup. But now it not only records what I play but also every sound that comes from the computer, including the tempo Click or even a youtube video over which I'm playing. Is this the normal behavior? I've set the katana as input and output device because I no longer si my SSL 2+ Interface. Thanks a lot. Bye.
It works but the signal is so low. I have volume all the way up and on distorted sound with much gain a get decent signal but on clean sound it’s very thin sound and low signal.
+Product Support I've tried recording my Katana with Pro Tools First via USB, but Pro Tools doesn't seem to recognize the Katana input. Why is this? My laptop recognizes the amp & Tone Studio perfectly, but I can't get it to record with either Garageband or Pro Tools First. Can you make a video explaining how to record with a Katana using Garageband & Pro Tools First? That would be really helpful & I know a lot of people have had the same problem, so we'd really appreciate it. Thank you!
Hey Anthony, are you using Mac OSX 10.13 High Sierra? High Sierra has a new SECURITY&PRIVACY BLOCK that may impede proper installation of the driver for the KATANA to be recognized by audio software.
Is it possible to connect USB to an android tablet for recording?
Can I use hdmi or a to a cables?
Is it the same quality when you record using the usb instead of using an audio interface?
I use both usb amp recording and external interface +VST effects. Usb recording is a bit lower quality but it sounds more natural on lead and distortion. You can work with it still with some post editing in your DAW, depending on your mixing skills.
How can I record from my Katana Go using the headphone jack as an output?
I have an Android phone and no computer.
Thank you.
My issue while recording is it seems my wave form is really weak. But if i use a jack output to interface it comes in perfectly
Yup, same issue here, -24dB into the DAW via USB. I think I need to get a dedicated interface and try the output jack like you did.
Hey Im using Reaper DAW. I was on the katana's Lead channel but when I play the stuff that I recorded its only clean tone the distortion sound was gone?? help
Ok so this answer is about 11 months too late, but I thought I would mention it here for anyone else who is asking the same question: The Boss Katana outputs 2 different signals over USB, one "DI" and one post-FX and processing. These settings show up readily using Audacity, Boss Katana 100-head, and the latest firmware version (3.x). What I don't know is why he only showed 1 channel coming from the Katana in the video; is that a limitation of Ableton, the Katana-50, or the older firmware version?
@@ERWebster On Windows the DI output is called 'Secondary' (1 and 2 = L + R Stereo channels) and the post-effects output is 'Primary' (1 and 2 = L+R Channels). On a Mac they are called Input/Output 3,4 and Input 1,2/Stereo Out 1,2 respectively. The Katana User manual gives this info on Page 10 in the block diagram.
@niño Mejia, did you solve the problem?
Will it work with my front daw?
Can you do a tutorial for Garageband?
HI! Is there any chance to mute direct sound from headphones output? I want to hear only sound from DAW ( I'm using studio one 4). While I'm recording via USB I can hear sound from DAW and direct from amp also. Help me please - this thing makes me crazy;P
Turn down the master volume but keep the volume button
If only it was this simple.
That looks perfect and awsome.
when i plug it in, could i Use guitar rig 5 just for the effects? i mean without any soundcard etc.speaker would be basicly katana and i dont need to record for now, i just want experiment with software tones
Does it also work similarly with the gt-1 effects processor?
Gt-1 is similar I recorded with it
This work on the katana Air ?
I managed to connect it and i hear the audio,but it is veeeery low volume. Is there any setting for input volume?
Open Boss Tone Studio, go to settings and in the usb section adjust output volume.
For anyone that’s wondering it’s the same cable printers use
Thank you that was perfect timing!!
Can we use it with amplitube?
Can this be done with boss katana artist mk1
Need i program if I wanna rec via usb?
I have mk2 artist
How do I do this in a way where I can hear my click track and the other tracks in the daw through headphones
I have the same question
You can do this with iPad too correct?
I cant hear my Katana through ableton, not sure where you get the audio from to display on the track. Im new to this software. Use to have fl studio a few years back. THis is gonna take a while !!!
Beyond Limits Productions same problem. I can’t head my recording unless I go back to preferences and change to speakers. Did you figure it out?
@@Corpsegrinder138 I don't use ableton when i record my katana through USB, but i use Audacity and i noticed that the level of recording is really low. The "wave" form is almost just i line. But i can put the output level up by increasing the tracks volume. Hope this helps you guys. My opinion is that the USB recording in boss katana sucks ass. Gotta have to buy mixer and mic to record it properly.
so if you record out through usb port. does that bypass the external speaker for quiet use?
Got any answers?
so what's the mic for?
So an audio interface is actually not required?
can I record katana via usb in audacity?
how do I make it to where when my katana is plugged in and turned on it kills all computer noise/
what do you mean by computer noise?
How are you supposed to hear playback if you wanna play to music already in the daw? You should have covered that.
does it work on garageband?
it's not recognising my katana at all, i can't select it in settings
You may want to take the laptop/computer to a computer place to check the USB. I had trouble with my school computer connecting to my phone and the school said it was an easy USB swap to fix it. Apparently computer USBs according to them can get like partially fried where they dont recognize certain things, in my case my phone. I'm not a computer genius, so i could definitely be wrong.
The output signal on the USB is VERY low -- How do you boost this signal??? Is there a setting in Tone Studio that can fix this?
I have same problem. Will be poking around the various software over next few days to see if I can find a solution. Have you found anything yet?
@@pmanina same issue have you found any solution?
Same here. Only way is to 'Normalize' the recording in your DAW afterwards. Basically amplifying it. That works fine for me in Audacity.
I dont know why USB recording does it. I have a Marantz USB condenser mic, same thing. Annoying but I guess a drawback compared to more expensive recording options.
How about recording in Apple GarageBand?
Does it work for IPad?
so it doesn't seem to allow for playback of other tracks that you're recording to? if the katana takes over as a sound card, including possession of the output, how do u hear the music you're playing with??
Are you in windows with the ASIO driver? I cannot get any playback either. Seems like less options than then MAC Core driver.
@@ctnicetune141 yeah, and i have since learned PCs just don't do it. the USB out is only working 100 with macs 😫
Question: is that file suitable to be imported in music editing software like Garage Band? Is it possible to use the Katana 50 to record directly in Garage Band?
Garage Band is a DAW
@@tredogzs thanks a lot, this was a question from two years ago: now I know i better.
Great vid, answers a question I had, but a bit of a let-down. I mean a guy looking like a regular metal-head, dresses in a metal zone tee, sets up an amp that can handle pretty decent metal tones just to play some blues-y/country licks :D
What's a "doll"? A kind of software? Or is this an interface that connects to the computer?