In a world full of worthless influencers, who just seem to take what they can. Dave, you have paid your dues over the years, you sir, definitely deserve all the goodness that is given and/or sent to you. As I’ve said before, your openness on mental health struggles is what makes me and many others admire you. And then there’s your guitar and music channel, you give so so much of your time and yourself. Dave, you are a true inspiration to many and show nothing but humility. You are a blessing
@JohnVietoI dunno, he has a point. Dave simpson lays himself bare, and is open about his mental health issues.... when many aren't. I think you need to chill out maybe?. Or not post when you're pssd?.
Glad to see that Boss has recognized you as a worthy YT guitarist to demo their products. Your playing alone puts you in a special category. Good luck 👍
Love that you demoed it with the camera mic - it sounded so authentic compared to so many of the close-mic’d reviews that always come across as somewhat sterile. Great playing and passion too! Thank you for uploading that 👍🏼
Totally agree, i wanna hear it like i was in the room, some over produced videos give you a totally diferent sound to what you would hear if you were there. In my opinion the Boss Katana is the biggest bang for you buck you could buy as i guitarist.
Good vid! Honestly I initially thought you were a madman, but you soon proved yourself to be a credible and humorous chap. I enjoyed the unbridled enthusiasm. Good job!
What i like most about the Katana is the ability to download patches to the Amp, the .tsl files that people have created, makes life so easy going to the boss tone studio too.
Wow, I've been hovering over the order button for the 100 for the last week or so but after hearing you I'm all in now. Love your playing and glad I found your vid! BOSS you need to give this guy the Artist head and cab as a thank you, he's just nailed that review!
This is the very first video I ever watch from you and I gotta say, I'm sold man (on both the amp and your guitar channel) what a NICE demo and FANTASTIC playing brother, cheers from Mexico!
Dave, thanks for the outstanding demo. I was recommending this amp as a first step up amp for a workmate. So, I am sending him the link for this video. You have been a huge help. And excellent playing as usual.
Man I'm sold now for sure,you were brilliant af on this demo mate bad ass licks made me wanna go play guitar,dude your a epic guitarist brother stay shredding more people need to know about you man your up there with all the greats brother,rock on ! Jim from south central Texas
God bless you man. Not only is it great playing, not only have you now convinced me to get this Katana but you just have such a positive vibe. Thank you for making videos for the average guitarist that can't afford all the fancy stuff, you promote just loving the music instead of the gear.
If my V1 Katana 50 had the Pushed channel, I’d probably have kept it. Great job for a first, off-the-cuff unboxing and first impressions. You’ve probably sold a bunch of Gen 3’s for Boss!
Saying it's one the best amps you've ever played through, while sitting in front of a ton of vintage gear is truly saying quite a LOT. Nice playing, Dave!! Boss couldn't have picked a better first impressionist! Cheers, my good man!! Sleep well. 😴😊
I had version 2 for about 2 days, it went back. I’m still yet to be convinced on these. I watch to support you and your channel, regardless of content.
That thing is SICK man! Thank you for a demo that will beat out every other one that is to come. Literally ran this thing through all it can do!! I want one :))))) Thanks Dave and cheers man. Wishing you the best in all aspects, as always!
Dave amazing as per usual. You blow my Hendrixy oriented mindl I love it when you play angry and mean in only the way you can . Sterling stuff my man and don't stop for two seconds - I dig it! All the best man. Alex the K
I got my MkII 100 based largely on the testimonal and videos that you did (not _just_ you, but mainly yours). I *love* my Katana, it has been a far more significant guitar purchase for me than any of my actual guitars or outboard pedals; the first time I just played my fairly mediocre LH Peavey Exp through it clean, at volume, was a life-changing experience and made me completely re-evaluate my guitar itself, and my playing. They're great amps, especially if you get the Librarian or the Android app and dig into the settings a little. This is a great demo, loved it. You would have sold me on a Gen 3 if I didn't have a 12-month old Mk II 🙂
I love Katana’s. And I’ll probably buy a Gen3 eventually. But I’m just here to listen to you fiddle around. Your 45 min videos of just messing around are my favorites. Feels like an intimate portrait.
Hello, From the StateS! Dave, I been looking at this amp & Thanks to YOU! It's on my want list. You are a D**E Good Guitarist 🧠 🎸🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 Thanks For Sharing ✌️
Im planning to get the 100 combo ( due to it having fx loop and you can the use GA FS Ex . ) Dave your reviews are the only ones i trust. That pushed amp setting sold me.
Sounds great . An effects loop and slightly bigger enclosure would have made it even better , but in your exquisite hands , it sounds incredible Dave . ❤
A humorous and good demo from a guitarist with an inspiring and dynamic and emotional guitar playing. As usual, you give me musical inspiration. I have Boss Katana Mark I 100 w top with 4X12. Ulf Stockholm😄😄😄😄😄😄
I’m sure you made some Katana owners gasp when you removed the cardboard 😂 Unbelievable how Dave can take the amp right out of the box, twist a few knobs and sound AMAZING!
The Katana amps are and always have been analog. The preamp circuit is a mosfet solid state, which is analog. The modulation and reverb effects are digital, but that's it.
Dave, I have a 50 MkI and a 50 MkII (connected ABY via the Radial big shot) and I am very happy with that set up. I saw Gen 3 had come out… I watched a few videos and thought I’ll wait and see what Dave says. Dammit, now I need a Gen 3. Well done!
Best video of this amp by far and you didn't even try😂. Sitting on a Mk1 myself and wasn't interested in gen 3 until I seen this. Reafirms how good these are for basically not much money
Dave, your playing is really very inspiring. Can’t wait for this Gen 3 Artist version to come out. I have the Artist mkii and love it but want to hear the difference. What do you notice that’s different with this one??
I think one reason you like these is there are tons of vastly different tones in a single amp. Most iconic amps have a good clean and good distorted/overdriven sound.
I have a Katana 100 mk2. It is my go to gigging amp for all sizes of venue. Weight, ease of use, TONE, flexibility. It has it all. Sold my Vox AC15 Hardwired and Fender Blues Junior...... Don't need them. If this Gen 3 is an improvement I'll be amazed. Great demo btw.
Another great review Dave. I just got a hold of the Kat 50 G3, and it is really one of the best little amps out there. The Mk1 version was very gig worthy and I expect the G3 to carry on the tradition.
I'm tempted. I was thinking of getting the Katana Artist this time around but all of them have had a price hike over GEN 2. I will await your review of the GEN 3 Katana Artist before making my decision. Good vid BTW!
Awesome video dave once again just bought myself one of these bad boys i went with the 100 watt version as you get all the features on there where with 50 version you dont but still coming from a marshall mg that died on me comparing it to this it knocks it clean out the water so versitle what it does so many great sounds to get with it and with me being big chilis fan like you dave like how you suggested what tone to go with for frusciante as there songs are on my to do list eventually also noticed your walking dead fan like me too with epic poster in background😍 but fantasic amp worth the money well done boss 😍👏🎸
Unrelated but would you consider making a video about songwriting tips? More about structures of songs and understanding different types. Would be an awesome video! Cheers Dave
Boss is great we can all agree. Well I agree with myself, and my opinion is always on the money as we all know. Anyway, I have seen some video reviews of this already around about 8 minute in length. Dave does an unboxing roughly 26 mins long, and not even an actual review, that is more entertaining, has better playing and is more informative. I mean I for one can't wait for the full blown review and comparisons. Tickle me pink and call me excited!
Just checked out your video, spot on love your plane will definitely start subscribing and check you out picked up a MK2 a while ago and the Wireless amp, was going to check the 100 w but I'm leaning to the gen 3-50
Sounds f#%king great! What else does anyone need? (Besides the ears, passion & technique) The sounds are all there, its up to the player to play. Solid tools for musicians is what Boss always seems to be.
I sold my Katana a couple of years back - and while its not a deep regret, its defo something I do regret selling (I have an awesome fender champ clone that fills the gap). Hearing the pushed and the crunch (again) - I need to get a mk3 at some stage and that really is all the amp I need (especially paired with my multi fx anyway). I say it a lot but the Katana has the absolute best power options (0.5 to Xw, master, volume gain, headphones). I think I just get a MK3 and call it done on amps - I much better understand the sounds I want, and more importantly, how to construct them via different options - I did not understand either part of that the first time around with my run with the Katana (still loved it). I am loving that pushed channel though. I play 95% of my time in 3 settings (essentially pushed, crunch and fuzz) with reverb and trem - the Katana can do it all for quite frankly a great price. Yeah I think I'll get one this year.
I think all these cheap solid state and modelling amps over the years have sounded great when demoed by Dave (whether it's the Katana, the Marshall MG, the Orange Crush or whatever else) because he's such a great player.
In a world full of worthless influencers, who just seem to take what they can.
Dave, you have paid your dues over the years, you sir, definitely deserve all the goodness that is given and/or sent to you.
As I’ve said before, your openness on mental health struggles is what makes me and many others admire you.
And then there’s your guitar and music channel, you give so so much of your time and yourself.
Dave, you are a true inspiration to many and show nothing but humility.
You are a blessing
@JohnVietoI dunno, he has a point. Dave simpson lays himself bare, and is open about his mental health issues.... when many aren't. I think you need to chill out maybe?. Or not post when you're pssd?.
@JohnVieto Simpson seems like a nice guy, and I like his videos, but the cult following he has can be a bit much lol
@@mikethebloodthirsty Lays himself not Lais
@JohnVietoI smell jealousy
@JohnVieto Dave Simpson clearly. I don’t think it needed a double reply either…
Glad to see that Boss has recognized you as a worthy YT guitarist to demo their products. Your playing alone puts you in a special category. Good luck 👍
1000% concur!
I love the smell of new Boss amp in the morning
Best review of the Gen 3 I've seen, you've made my mind up. Glorious playing btw.
Absolute blistering playing, and BOSS now has the perfect RUclips demo🤘🏻
Love that you demoed it with the camera mic - it sounded so authentic compared to so many of the close-mic’d reviews that always come across as somewhat sterile.
Great playing and passion too! Thank you for uploading that 👍🏼
100%👍
Yeah, hate close miced guitar. Sounds like DI or something- total fizz frst
Totally agree, i wanna hear it like i was in the room, some over produced videos give you a totally diferent sound to what you would hear if you were there.
In my opinion the Boss Katana is the biggest bang for you buck you could buy as i guitarist.
That’s the best in the room recorded demo I have heard of anything!
Awesome job Dave. Based on your review I went and preordered a Katana-50 EX Gen 3 from @Sweetwater $349.99 USA shipped to my door. Thanks again
Sublime playing, chief - Boss knew what they were doing when they sent you that amp!
The most absurdly talented down to earth guitarist on YT.
This is the one review that mattered in my book! Glad they gave you one, Dave. I bought the Mark 1 50 watt and still use it because of you.
I already know this is a decent amp but I just really always come here to watch you play. Love hearing you play
Good vid! Honestly I initially thought you were a madman, but you soon proved yourself to be a credible and humorous chap.
I enjoyed the unbridled enthusiasm.
Good job!
What i like most about the Katana is the ability to download patches to the Amp, the .tsl files that people have created, makes life so easy going to the boss tone studio too.
Wow, I've been hovering over the order button for the 100 for the last week or so but after hearing you I'm all in now. Love your playing and glad I found your vid!
BOSS you need to give this guy the Artist head and cab as a thank you, he's just nailed that review!
This is the very first video I ever watch from you and I gotta say, I'm sold man (on both the amp and your guitar channel) what a NICE demo and FANTASTIC playing brother, cheers from Mexico!
Dave, thanks for the outstanding demo. I was recommending this amp as a first step up amp for a workmate. So, I am sending him the link for this video. You have been a huge help. And excellent playing as usual.
You have made me decide...you are great Dave, the best review I have ever seen. 😮👏
Boss was wise to have chosen you to check this amp out Dave😉👍👍
Love my mk1 100 1X12...😎👍👍
Looking forward to the comparison 🤞🤞🤞👍👍
Man I'm sold now for sure,you were brilliant af on this demo mate bad ass licks made me wanna go play guitar,dude your a epic guitarist brother stay shredding more people need to know about you man your up there with all the greats brother,rock on !
Jim from south central Texas
Definitely the best RUclips review of this amp so far!!! 👍🏾
Dave by far the best review of this amp so far, your smile and playing said it all.
Beautiful playing on the clean setting. You got soul ❤
God bless you man. Not only is it great playing, not only have you now convinced me to get this Katana but you just have such a positive vibe. Thank you for making videos for the average guitarist that can't afford all the fancy stuff, you promote just loving the music instead of the gear.
If my V1 Katana 50 had the Pushed channel, I’d probably have kept it. Great job for a first, off-the-cuff unboxing and first impressions. You’ve probably sold a bunch of Gen 3’s for Boss!
I bought my Artist MK2 because of your channel :) can't wait for the Gen 3 Artist review
best amp, I have the same - and just pre-ordered gen3😅
Saying it's one the best amps you've ever played through, while sitting in front of a ton of vintage gear is truly saying quite a LOT. Nice playing, Dave!! Boss couldn't have picked a better first impressionist! Cheers, my good man!! Sleep well. 😴😊
I had version 2 for about 2 days, it went back.
I’m still yet to be convinced on these.
I watch to support you and your channel, regardless of content.
The best review of the Boss out there. Sounds amazing in the room. Thanks for sharing your amazing skill. I could listen all day Dave.
Superb playing Dave! Love seeing you all giddy over the new Katana! It's a great sounding amp.
Awesome vid Dave !
thanks and best wishes dave
Thanks!
Thank you very much. :)
That thing is SICK man! Thank you for a demo that will beat out every other one that is to come. Literally ran this thing through all it can do!! I want one :))))) Thanks Dave and cheers man. Wishing you the best in all aspects, as always!
Been waiting on this video to drop…thanks Dave!
i own a mk1 and i have never ever seen the need or want to upgrade
Dave amazing as per usual. You blow my Hendrixy oriented mindl I love it when you play angry and mean in only the way you can . Sterling stuff my man and don't stop for two seconds - I dig it! All the best man.
Alex the K
I got my MkII 100 based largely on the testimonal and videos that you did (not _just_ you, but mainly yours).
I *love* my Katana, it has been a far more significant guitar purchase for me than any of my actual guitars or outboard pedals; the first time I just played my fairly mediocre LH Peavey Exp through it clean, at volume, was a life-changing experience and made me completely re-evaluate my guitar itself, and my playing.
They're great amps, especially if you get the Librarian or the Android app and dig into the settings a little.
This is a great demo, loved it. You would have sold me on a Gen 3 if I didn't have a 12-month old Mk II 🙂
I love Katana’s. And I’ll probably buy a Gen3 eventually. But I’m just here to listen to you fiddle around. Your 45 min videos of just messing around are my favorites.
Feels like an intimate portrait.
Awesome demo Dave.
amazing playing
Hello, From the StateS! Dave, I been looking at this amp & Thanks to YOU! It's on my want list. You are a D**E Good Guitarist 🧠 🎸🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 Thanks For Sharing ✌️
Excellent sound, from the Boss Amp, plus superb playing from yourself. Wow 😮
Im planning to get the 100 combo ( due to it having fx loop and you can the use GA FS Ex . )
Dave your reviews are the only ones i trust.
That pushed amp setting sold me.
El sonido esta en las manos... Gran demostración, la estaba esperando con ganas!!!
Awesome demo.
Best one I've seen on the new Katana.👍
Absolutely brilliant review Dave 👍
Sounds great . An effects loop and slightly bigger enclosure would have made it even better , but in your exquisite hands , it sounds incredible Dave . ❤
Nice to know the amp is big good and smells nice Dave. Killer demo of tones as well. Bravo!
A humorous and good demo from a guitarist with an inspiring and dynamic and emotional guitar playing. As usual, you give me musical inspiration. I have Boss Katana Mark I 100 w top with 4X12. Ulf Stockholm😄😄😄😄😄😄
Awesome demo! A master at your craft Dave. Just a bloke unboxing and having some fun. Let’s you see and hear exactly what you’d be getting 👏👏
My first new Dave video in quite a while. Sounds great, dude.
Can't see Dave part with it now. Hey Boss, let Dave just keep one of the Amps
Great playing really enjoyed your delivery.
Great demo! Thanks!!
I’m sure you made some Katana owners gasp when you removed the cardboard 😂 Unbelievable how Dave can take the amp right out of the box, twist a few knobs and sound AMAZING!
Sounds great . Great playing of course ❤
It's insane. Great playing by the way. They have taken it as far as you can go with digital amps. Sounded unbelievable.
The Katana amps are and always have been analog. The preamp circuit is a mosfet solid state, which is analog. The modulation and reverb effects are digital, but that's it.
Dave, I have a 50 MkI and a 50 MkII (connected ABY via the Radial big shot) and I am very happy with that set up. I saw Gen 3 had come out… I watched a few videos and thought I’ll wait and see what Dave says. Dammit, now I need a Gen 3. Well done!
Great video thank you x oh by the way great guitar solos x
Damn, i was having so much fun just watching, lol. Makes me want to play everytime i see one of these unboxings
Best video of this amp by far and you didn't even try😂. Sitting on a Mk1 myself and wasn't interested in gen 3 until I seen this. Reafirms how good these are for basically not much money
Thank you, Dave, from Spain!
Dave...I'm in the market for a new amp...you've given me another serious contender to consider...awesome demo!!!
Dave, your playing is really very inspiring. Can’t wait for this Gen 3 Artist version to come out. I have the Artist mkii and love it but want to hear the difference. What do you notice that’s different with this one??
I think one reason you like these is there are tons of vastly different tones in a single amp. Most iconic amps have a good clean and good distorted/overdriven sound.
It would be so cool to have one of these show up on my front porch. I love how it gets so many great sounds without even one pedal.
I have a Katana 100 mk2. It is my go to gigging amp for all sizes of venue. Weight, ease of use, TONE, flexibility. It has it all. Sold my Vox AC15 Hardwired and Fender Blues Junior...... Don't need them. If this Gen 3 is an improvement I'll be amazed. Great demo btw.
I have been waiting for your review. Still happy with my Mk1 Artist, but always curious about the others.
Agree. I feel the same with my Mk2 Artist .... No doubt in another 6 years we will be up to a Mk 5.
Another great review Dave. I just got a hold of the Kat 50 G3, and it is really one of the best little amps out there. The Mk1 version was very gig worthy and I expect the G3 to carry on the tradition.
Hey, curious did you get the gen 3 and if so how do you find it does jamming with a three piece if you have experienced that. Thx
Dave stop making me want cool things I need to practice more!
I'm tempted. I was thinking of getting the Katana Artist this time around but all of them have had a price hike over GEN 2. I will await your review of the GEN 3 Katana Artist before making my decision. Good vid BTW!
Nice playing Dave, and that’s one sweet looking guitar.
Sounds amazing! I'm distracted a little by the guitar next to the V in the background. It caught my eye.
What a fantastic video have a wonderful day Dave ❤😊
Excellent Mr S.. enjoy!🙂
Well done! These are fantastic amps.
Awesome video dave once again just bought myself one of these bad boys i went with the 100 watt version as you get all the features on there where with 50 version you dont but still coming from a marshall mg that died on me comparing it to this it knocks it clean out the water so versitle what it does so many great sounds to get with it and with me being big chilis fan like you dave like how you suggested what tone to go with for frusciante as there songs are on my to do list eventually also noticed your walking dead fan like me too with epic poster in background😍 but fantasic amp worth the money well done boss 😍👏🎸
Unrelated but would you consider making a video about songwriting tips? More about structures of songs and understanding different types. Would be an awesome video! Cheers Dave
Boss is great we can all agree. Well I agree with myself, and my opinion is always on the money as we all know. Anyway, I have seen some video reviews of this already around about 8 minute in length. Dave does an unboxing roughly 26 mins long, and not even an actual review, that is more entertaining, has better playing and is more informative. I mean I for one can't wait for the full blown review and comparisons. Tickle me pink and call me excited!
Top quality player on a top quality amp. Doesn't get any better.
Nice guitar! Sounds amazing!
Played brilliantly as always
I absolutely love the Katana series. The versatily that it offers is just out of this world.
Awesome review man
Wow. Best Demo of the new katana Gen 3.Thankyou Dave. Sorry Andertons,
you need Dave as a regular on your channel. A1
Just checked out your video, spot on love your plane will definitely start subscribing and check you out picked up a MK2 a while ago and the Wireless amp, was going to check the 100 w but I'm leaning to the gen 3-50
Awesome review, thanks.
Sounds f#%king great! What else does anyone need? (Besides the ears, passion & technique) The sounds are all there, its up to the player to play. Solid tools for musicians is what Boss always seems to be.
Aaaahhh... Catch the rainbow... Sounds amazing!
Beautiful Sounds. Love it!
❤Yeah, best demo out there for this. They need the "Dave's fingers" model though.
Sick demo bro, great little amps
Great stuff - thanks, Dave!
I sold my Katana a couple of years back - and while its not a deep regret, its defo something I do regret selling (I have an awesome fender champ clone that fills the gap).
Hearing the pushed and the crunch (again) - I need to get a mk3 at some stage and that really is all the amp I need (especially paired with my multi fx anyway). I say it a lot but the Katana has the absolute best power options (0.5 to Xw, master, volume gain, headphones). I think I just get a MK3 and call it done on amps - I much better understand the sounds I want, and more importantly, how to construct them via different options - I did not understand either part of that the first time around with my run with the Katana (still loved it).
I am loving that pushed channel though.
I play 95% of my time in 3 settings (essentially pushed, crunch and fuzz) with reverb and trem - the Katana can do it all for quite frankly a great price.
Yeah I think I'll get one this year.
I think all these cheap solid state and modelling amps over the years have sounded great when demoed by Dave (whether it's the Katana, the Marshall MG, the Orange Crush or whatever else) because he's such a great player.
oh shit. just what i asked for. very nice of u dave
Awesome unboxing of the Katana Gen 3, but I'm more curious about that old old PS1 you got back there lol!🙂🤣
Tĥe ending!!! 😂😂😂
I just got a mk2 & finding my way with it. Loving the reverbs though
you are a git Dave. a lovely git, but a git none the less. I now definitely want a katana. Great vid. Never change dude.