Looking for an amp that will make the most out of your practice and recording sessions? Line 6’s Catalyst 60 amplifier boasts a 60-watt, 1 x 12-inch construction, in addition to a multitude of features that make it a perfect home recording and practice companion. The Catalyst 60 offers six original amp designs that will deliver any tone you could ask for — from warm and round cleans to shrieking high-gain crunch. Also onboard are 18 built-in effects and a dedicated reverb section (with six distinct reverb types), offering near-unlimited tone-shaping possibilities. A power attenuator can adjust the Catalyst to half power, mute, or even 0.5 watts for late-night practice sessions without waking the neighbors. What’s more, the Catalyst series can also function as a 4-channel USB recording interface for silent practice and recording applications.
Built-in power attenuator and recording interface
When we tested this amp out, we were most impressed with how well this amp excelled in home-recording environments. While the power attenuator is perfect for practice, the half-power and 0.5-watt settings are also ideal for miking up at reasonable volumes. If you’d rather record without making any noise, the Catalyst also doubles as a 4-channel USB recording interface, in addition to an XLR line out.
Take complete control of your tone
Whether you’re jamming, recording, or practicing, the Catalyst functions as a versatile tonal toolbox to perfectly capture whatever sound you’ve been dreaming up. In addition to its 6-pack of original amp designs, the Catalyst also features two dedicated sections for reverb and boost. The boost circuit is optimized for each amplifier type, capturing tones from subtle overdrive grit to all-out crunch. Are you a reverb fanatic? The Catalyst’s six distinct reverb types are sure to keep you satisfied; however, if they’re not enough, Line 6 has included another 18 versatile effects for brave sonic exploration!
What Line 6 Says…
The Catalyst 60 combo amplifier performs like a traditional guitar amp, while providing the increased versatility of a modern amp, and features six Original Amp Designs crafted using our renowned HX sound design techniques. The Catalyst® family includes three dual-channel combo amplifiers that perform like traditional guitar amps—while providing the increased versatility of modern amplifiers. From the 200-watt Catalyst 200, capable of holding its own on nearly any stage, to the 60-watt Catalyst 60, which is perfect for practice, recording, and performing in small venues—there’s a Catalyst amp for every player. Catalyst amplifiers offer six Original Amp Designs—ranging from pristine clean to modern high-gain—crafted using our renowned HX® sound design techniques to ensure exceptional tone and feel. These powerful and sturdily constructed combos are equally suited for stage or studio use, and feature an XLR line output and a 4-channel USB recording interface. Also included are Boost circuits customized for each amp type, a dedicated Reverb section with six reverb types, 18 additional effects, an effects loop, a Power Amp input for using Catalyst as a powered speaker, MIDI capabilities, and power attenuation options for playing at any volume. The free Catalyst Edit app for desktop and mobile devices provides deep editing capabilities. Add an optional LFS2 footswitch for even more flexibility, and an optional cover to protect your combo.
Original Amp Designs
Six original amplifiers ranging from pristine clean to modern high-gain, all crafted by the Line 6 sound design team employing our celebrated HX technology.
Traditional Controls & More
At the heart of Catalyst amps are a familiar set of volume, gain, tone, and reverb controls, while just “under the hood” are numerous effect and other options.
Pro Connectivity
Provides a professional connection to P.A. and recording systems. Includes a Ground Lift switch.
Dedicated Boost
Each amp features a custom Boost. Adjust the boost amount and switch the boost on/off using the dedicated Boost knob and button.
Dedicated Reverb
Select one of six reverb types. Adjust the reverb amount and switch the reverb on/off using the dedicated Reverb knob and button.
18 Additional Effects
Choose from six types each of Modulation, Delay, and Pitch effects—all drawn from our celebrated HX and Legacy effects libraries.
Effects Loop
Insert external effects and other devices into your signal chain using the Effects Loop.
Output Power
Provides half power, 0.5 watt, and speaker Mute options for reduced volume with minimal tone variation.
Power Amp In
Use Catalyst as a powered speaker by bypassing the preamp. Perfect for use with amp modelers and simulators.
USB
Use this to connect to the Catalyst Edit app (Mac®, PC, iOS®, Android™) and to the onboard audio interface, which provides 4 channels (4in/4out) at 24-bit, 44.1/48kHz.
MIDI
Catalyst 100 and 200 receive Program Change (channel/preset selection) and Continuous Controller messages via 5-pin DIN. Catalyst 60 supports MIDI over USB-B.
- 60W, 1 x 12-inch combo amplifier that excels both onstage and in the studio
- 6 original amp designs that cover tones ranging from warm cleans to high-gain metal
- Dedicated reverb section with 6 distinct reverb types
- 18 effects deliver near-unlimited sonic versatility
- Boost section that’s optimized for each different amp setting
- Built-in attenuator with half-power and 0.5-watt settings; mute function for quiet at-home and recording use
- Built-in 4-channel USB audio interface with XLR line out for easy home recording
- Effects loop, power amp, and MIDI (DIN or USB) inputs
- Can be paired with the Catalyst edit app on desktop and mobile
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