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Katana Librarian

LiveApps For Amps2 apps · 137K installsMusic & AudioFreeIn-app purchases: $15.99 per itemcom.appsforamps.katana

A patch editor and librarian for your BOSS Katana amplifier.

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Total installs
112,882
exact · Play shows 100,000+
Installs / day
0
since last crawl
Rating
4.5★
918 ratings · 167 reviews
Released
21 Dec 2018
7.8y ago
Last update
27 Jul 2026
v16.3.4 · 3mo ago
Countries
—
not checked yet

Install history

exact counter from Google Play
110.3K132.7K155.1K177.6K200K11 Oct12 Oct13 Oct
110.3K132.7K155.1K177.6K200K11 Oct12 Oct13 Oct

Installs per day · last 90 days

00.30.50.8112 Oct13 Oct13 Oct12 Oct: 013 Oct: 0

Change timeline

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Country availability

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App manifest

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Data safety

declared by the developer on Google Play
  • No data shared with third parties
  • No data collected

This is the developer's own declaration, summarised from the Play listing. The permissions below show what the app is technically able to access.

Permissions

8 in 4 groups
4 Sensitive2 Notable2 Routine

What this app can do with your phone

  • Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networks
  • Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks
  • Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storage
LocationSensitive2

Access to where your device is, using GPS or network signals

  • Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networksapproximate location (network-based) · ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
  • Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networksprecise location (GPS and network-based) · ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION
Photos/Media/FilesSensitive1

Access to photos, videos, music and other files stored on your device

  • Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
StorageSensitive1

Access to files, photos and media saved on your phone's storage

  • Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
OtherNotable4

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

  • See Bluetooth settings and connect to paired devices like headphones, speakers or watchespair with Bluetooth devices · BLUETOOTH
  • Turn Bluetooth on or off and find and pair with nearby Bluetooth devicesaccess Bluetooth settings · BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
  • Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
  • Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET

Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description
Katana Librarian allows you to connect your phone or tablet to your BOSS Katana amplifier via USB or a Bluetooth adapter (sold separately), unlocking your amp’s full potential! The free version of the app allows you to test your connection and load the built-in demo patches. A one-time in-app purchase is offered if you wish to unlock the full feature set, which will allow you to: - Download patches from your amplifier. - Modify the patch parameters; includes support for all effect types; the editor also changes in real-time as you adjust the parameters on your amp. - Organize your patches into groups. Tag your favorite patches, or create a set list for a live performance. - Import and export MkI, MkII, Gen3 and GO .TSL files. - Rename and delete patches. - Write patches to the amplifier's channels. - Emulate the functionality of a GA-FC pedal (even on a KATANA-50 or KATANA:GO). - Use the hotkey feature in combination with a Bluetooth MIDI or HID foot switch (e.g. https://amzn.to/3RqNcDY) for hands-free patch and effect switching. - Access undocumented Katana features like hidden amps and multiple simultaneous effects (where available). What you need: 1) A phone or tablet running Android 5.0 or later 2) One of the following amplifiers: • KATANA-50 • KATANA-50 MkII • KATANA-50 Gen3 • KATANA-50 MkII EX • KATANA-50 EX Gen3 • KATANA-100 • KATANA-100 MkII • KATANA-100 Gen3 • KATANA-100/212 • KATANA-100/212 MkII • KATANA-100/212 Gen3 • KATANA-HEAD • KATANA-HEAD MkII • KATANA-HEAD Gen3 • KATANA-Artist • KATANA-Artist MkII • KATANA-Artist Gen3 • KATANA-Artist MkII HEAD • KATANA-Artist HEAD Gen3 • KATANA:GO 3a) To connect using USB: For MkI and MkII amps: A USB A-to-B cable (also known as a USB printer cable) and a USB OTG adapter. If your phone has a USB Micro-AB connector, you will need an adapter like this one: https://amzn.to/3eLLGve. If your phone has a USB Type-C connector, you will need an adapter like this one: https://amzn.to/3BwCJ1J. For Gen3 amps and the KATANA:GO: A USB Type-C cable like this one: https://amzn.to/4duwyLu 3b) For connecting over Bluetooth, a supported Bluetooth adapter: For MkI and MkII amps: - CME WIDI Uhost: https://amzn.to/3RKnXdy - XSONIC AIRSTEP: https://amzn.to/3QCzJoO - XSONIC AIRSTEP Kat Edition: https://amzn.to/3RZaUV2 For Gen3 amps: - BOSS BT-DUAL: https://amzn.to/3AxrHLB - XSONIC AIRSTEP Kat EX Edition: https://amzn.to/3T1Rly2 See our Frequently Asked Questions here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19G4j_bk8c8OZ3vBvZKWHnuXg9ZEpKbkx/view Terms of Use: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17LZm2KGZxHNMhiSOJneTkCebbYs9dF9X/view?usp=share_link Privacy Policy: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XffOKpQb0QuopIt0SDv8M5EyOAoNfdzi/view?usp=share_link Note: This app is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roland Corporation in any way. BOSS is a registered trademark of Roland Corporation. Commissions may be paid for purchases made through links in this listing.

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Added patch sorting to the Library

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