Katana Librarian User Reviews

Name: Katana Librarian
Rating: 4.1 (51 reviews)

Katana Librarian

1000452063 ONTARIO INC.

📊 Productivity

🎵 Music

Customer Experience

Positive experience64.7% of reviews

Neutral14.7% of reviews

Negative experience20.6% of reviews

~ Based on 34 written reviews from the US App Store.

Is Katana Librarian Safe?

Katana Librarian appears mostly safe based on user ratings. AppsHunter Safety Score for Katana Librarian is 79/100.

This assessment is based on 51 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4.1/5.

Safety Analysis

80.4% of ratings point to a safe experience

3.9% of ratings suggest some concerns

15.7% of ratings point to a risky experience

~ Based on 51 App Store ratings for Katana Librarian.

Is Katana Librarian Legit?

Katana Librarian appears legitimate, with a few gaps. AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for Katana Librarian is 68/100.

Based on 68 of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

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Download tsl files.

I got this app a couple years ago. It was working fine, I loved it. Lately, I can not download tsl files anymore. Can you please help me out?

Frasden

2 months ago

Response from developer

If you are still having issues please contact us at apps4amps@gmail.com

Just a bit limited

All the patches are great, but a bit limited. Maybe a few rhythm patches would be great. Keith Richards, Stone Roses, and some C & W, Chet Atkins, and Buddy Holly, for variety.

Filshine

a year ago

Response from developer

Lots of patches available for download here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Katanapatchcentral

Boss Katana Ktn210b support?

Love the app.. any chance of bass katana combos?

Lnickknamesarebullcrap

a year ago

Response from developer

Possibly in the future if there is enough demand.

Soooo Unreliable

I just got this thinking I wouldn’t have to lug around a laptop for changing my patches but soon discovered it constantly hangs and has to be restarted at least if you are doing imports and exports like me. I’m on a new iPad BTW connecting to a MKII 100. It sure would be nice if it only worked!!

Emcconne

a year ago

Great Idea, Poor Execution

The concept behind Katana Librarian is excellent – a streamlined, intuitive way to manage Boss Katana patches without relying on Boss Tone Studio. Unfortunately, the execution leaves a lot to be desired.

I’m using a Boss Katana Gen 3 50W and an iPhone 15 Pro Max, so hardware is definitely not the issue. Yet the app is highly unstable, crashing almost every time I try to make any edit. This makes it incredibly frustrating and unreliable, especially when quick adjustments are needed.

Considering the app costs $14.99, you’d expect a far more polished and stable product. As it stands, it feels more like an unstable beta than a finished app. With some serious updates and bug fixes, this could be a fantastic tool for Katana users – but right now, it’s hard to recommend.

Kokuzare

a year ago

Response from developer

We cannot reproduce the issue are describing. If you are still encountering problems please contact us at apps4amps@gmail.com.

How do I get my money back

I would like to get my money back, this app is not what I thought it would be . Boss tone studio is better

ftugfddjhb

a year ago

Response from developer

You need to contact Apple, as they do not provide us with the ability to refund purchases.

Great app with 1 issue

Love the app - so much better than the BOSS app. However in the past few weeks I have not been able to change patch from within a group - I have to go back to the main list. Happens on the app on iPad and iPhone. Hoping this gets resolved soon and gets back to 5 stars!

Och Aye Jimmy

2 years ago

Response from developer

Not sure what issue you are encountering; please contact us at apps4amps@gmail.com and we will attempt to get it resolved.

Truly amazing app.

This app is awsome very smooth with a lot of cool features.

MTF1238

2 years ago

Gen 3 Katana 50ex IoS

Slow to change patches on USB connection.
Cannot return to librarian when using Bluetooth connection. It says ‘connected’ but remains on Connect Amp window thereafter
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Wrjkhttuidejifcdy

2 years ago

Response from developer

? USB connections aren't supported on iOS. If you are still encountering issues please contact us at apps4amps@gmail.com.

Unable to restore purchase

Version 5.08 does not allow me to restore purchase/license on my phone.

Product remains in demo mode although purchased.

Could not find support contact details to report issue.

IDGolfguy

2 years ago

Response from developer

If you are still having issues please contact us at apps4amps@gmail.com

After the last update is working FINE with Katana 100 gen3

It opens a lot of doors on the katana amp. I use a bluetooth pedal to control the toggles and patches. Pretty cool. The developer listened to my previous complaints showing real commitment. Many thanks.

RomeroBB

2 years ago

No usb connection

You have to buy a blu tooth adapter. The cheapest one they suggest is 60.00 and doesn’t have the best rating so who knows if it’s going to work. I wish I had seen that is wouldn’t work with usb. I wouldn’t have bought this app had I known. The app would be worth the price if you didn’t have to spend 60.00 on top of the cost of the app .

warriorboxerdog

2 years ago

Response from developer

The Bluetooth adapter requirement is clearly stated in the store listing and the FAQ, and the app can be used in demo mode to test the connection prior to purchasing. Apple puts restrictions on the types of MIDI devices that can connect to iOS over USB. Only class-compliant devices are allowed, and the Katana is not class-compliant.

Great product - 1 question.

I just got a Katana 50 Gen3 and bought this. Great product and opens up the full potential.

Question on the virtual GA-FC function. I can’t see how to use it. The footswitch button does nothing even though it has Bank A/B under oneTried a few things but nothing happens. Any suggestions welcome.

Och Aye Jimmy

2 years ago

Response from developer

The Gen3 amp has an issue where the footswitch MIDI commands are latching. Hopefully they will fix it in a firmware update.

I’m a blind guitar player. Without this, I would not have bought any boss Katana amp.

This year I recently start playing a lot of electric guitar. I use VoiceOver, a screen reader, for ios, to navigate around for the the different effects. I must say that this is super valuable for me. Without this amp, I would not have understand everything an electric guitar can do. Thank you very much for the developer of this app. This is one of those things that the developer have the heart to include everybody in the product, not only to sell something. The only request I have for this app is for the developer to keep improving this app with the voice over compatibility along the way. Without this, I don’t know how I’m gonna be playing electric guitar that has multi effects feature in it.

Musicruz

2 years ago

NEEDS UPGRADE

Love the app. But can no longer use since upgraded Katana to Gen 3. Pity

Dokted

2 years ago

Response from developer

Gen 3 amps are now supported.

Gen 3 Support Please!

We’re all waiting, I’ll buy as soon as it’s ready. Any day now, or?
Thanks!

Slammed2

2 years ago

Doesn't support Gen 3

Take care to read the description carefully: I missed that my Gen 3 amp isn't supported by the app. I can't find any information about whether the app will be upgraded to provide this support.

Matthew Goldsbrough

2 years ago

Response from developer

Gen 3 amps are now supported.

Not connecting

The app will not connect to the amp with the CME Widi uhost . It just loads when I press connect.

Wesley_G_

2 years ago

Response from developer

If you are still having issues please contact us at apps4amps@gmail.com.

Fantastic!

This app is awesome. Absolute must for Katana owners.

Petexx

2 years ago

Can’t access iPad Pro with usb c adaptor

Have to buy a $ 60 bluetooth adaptor to use.

Hfufichxodurkddjfn

2 years ago

Response from developer

As noted in the FAQ, Apple puts restrictions on the types of MIDI devices that can connect to iOS over USB. Only class-compliant devices are allowed, and the Katana is not class-compliant.