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Katana Librarian on Windows Pc

Developed By: Apps For Amps

License: Free

Rating: 4,5/5 - 765 votes

Last Updated: April 18, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 15.1.3
Size 3.1 MB
Release Date December 11, 24
Category Music & Audio Apps

App Permissions:
Allows an application to read from external storage. [see more (3)]

What's New:
New library backup/restore feature [see more]

Description from Developer:
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!

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About this app

On this page you can download Katana Librarian and install on Windows PC. Katana Librarian is free Music & Audio app, developed by Apps For Amps. Latest version of Katana Librarian is 15.1.3, was released on 2024-12-11 (updated on 2024-04-18). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 50,000. Overall rating of Katana Librarian is 4,5. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 765 users, 51 users had rated it 5*, 580 users had rated it 1*.

How to install Katana Librarian on Windows?

Instruction on how to install Katana Librarian on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install Katana Librarian on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install Katana Librarian using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "Katana Librarian" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install Katana Librarian on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "Katana Librarian" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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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 single 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.
- Access undocumented Katana features like hidden amps and multiple simultaneous effects.
- Organize your patches into groups. Tag your favorite patches, or create a set list for a live performance.
- 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.
- Import and export MkI and MkII .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)

What you need:

- A phone or tablet running Android 4.0 or later
- For USB, 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 Bluetooth, a supported Bluetooth adapter*
- One of the following amplifiers:
• KATANA-50
• KATANA-50 MkII
• KATANA-50 MkII EX
• KATANA-100
• KATANA-100 MkII
• KATANA-100/212
• KATANA-100/212 MkII
• KATANA-HEAD
• KATANA-HEAD MkII
• KATANA-Artist
• KATANA-Artist MkII
• KATANA-Artist MkII HEAD

* Currently supported Bluetooth adapters:
- CME WIDI Uhost: https://amzn.to/3RKnXdy (ad)
- XSONIC AIRSTEP: https://amzn.to/3QCzJoO (ad)
- XSONIC AIRSTEP Kat Edition: https://amzn.to/3RZaUV2 (ad)

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.
New library backup/restore feature
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to open network sockets.