New Desktop amp - Boss Katana Air EX

    Boss "updated" their Katana Air with "EX" model:



    Compared to Boss Katana Air (on the left):



    - Stereo sound with 2 x 5” speakers, 35 Watts


    - Five preamp types derived from the Katana amplifier series

    - Three independent effects sections with three selectable variations in each

    - Access to over 50 effects

    - Wireless technology with ultra-low latency (wireless transmitter included)

    - Six onboard memories (banks)

    - Updated BOSS Tone Studio app for Katana Air (iOS/Android) with visual amp/effect structure and YouTube playback feature,

    - USB recording out, Stereo Line Out with mic’d emulation for PA mixer and recording

    - Runs on eight AA batteries, optional BTY-NIMH/A rechargeable battery (not included), or included AC adaptor

    - Bluetooth

    - DOESN'T have a looper...

    - Dimensions (W x D x H): 492 x 264 x 326 mm

    - Weight: 7,6 kg (16,7 lbs)

    I think 5" speakers and wooden enclosure will contribute to the sound.

    Wondering when (if) Kemper will hit a market with such device.

    I'm using my THR30II 90% of the time.


    Price: 629 Euro... pricey


    Andertons demo (6:00 is where tone is picked up by room mikes):


    Boss Katana Air EX - A Desktop Amp That Makes No Compromises! - YouTube


    Anyone playing desktop amps here?

    What are your impressions?

    Edited once, last by skoczy ().

    Quote from skoczy

    I think it would be interesting, I wonder how 5" speakers and wooden enclosure add to the sound. I might test it against my THR30II (3.5" speakers), once it's available somewhere around.

    The sound difference between those two 'in the room' in that video would be enough for me to make the jump from the plastic box to the wooden box with the bigger speakers.