Positive Grid Spark Amp (Worth The Hype?)
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- Опубликовано: 20 июл 2024
- Positive Grid Spark Amp (Is It Worth The Hype?)
Today I try out the much talked about Spark Amp by Positive Grid. It's a practice amp that you can also use for bass and acoustic guitars. It's also a modeling amp, and it comes with 30 different amp models. The Spark Amp is fairly affordable, and it's fairly compact. It's also a new sort of guitar amp, in that it will accompany you when you play. But the important question is: how does it sound? That's what we'll see today. Hope you enjoy!
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To me it’s worth every penny and lives up to all the hype, however, you need to have proper settings otherwise most of you will say it’s muddy. This little amp has a lot of bass; Tip: turn your bass down to 1/4 -1/3. Mids: 75% -100%. Treble” 50-60% . Trust me, your tone will pop and clear up that mud. You’re welcome.
Cheers :)
Good to know Alexander Mar
Also, i noticed that when you switch pre sets, turn the bass all the way up, and you will be able to turn the bass all the way down rather than only being able to turn it down with the amount of bass on the past preset
Run the bass at 1 to 3 on the amp GUIs for most situations.
Gr>(eatip)
Nice review - I like that you actually played with the sounds, and that you also you tried the clean sounds - not many do. I have one of these and they sound great for what I want, I wanted a nice round 'jazz' 50's sound and had hell of a job getting it in a small practice amp. I like the Roland JC series - but have no room for even a JC22 where I live - this is perfect! Thanks for the review.
Glad you enjoyed it :)
Thanks for your videos, good to see unbiased reviews.
No problem 👍
You made the best Demo for this amp, i have a Hughes & Kettner Zentera Combo, the grandfather of Modeling. Still a great Amp but very heavy and fills out a lot of Space in my bedroom.
Great review man...love your presentation style...you are one funny guy and awesome player! Greeting from the UK 🇬🇧 regards Mick
Thanks Mick!
That's not bad actually as you look at the speaker size. It sounds surprisingly good to me, if I had to buy practice amp to my kid this could be an option for sure. Good vid!
Thanks! Yeah, it's not half bad.
I'm a 59 new guitar player and I love your honest reveiws. I can tell when someone is giving a promoted reveiw. I watch a lot of videos and compair the differences not just guitar videos and I can spot a promoted review. If there are no negitives then it's promoted. Good video thank's Elmo I trust your opinion.
Thanks!
Best honest reviews are absolutely right here..
Bought one of these abd returned it. I just have never cared for digital modeling amps, been playing for 45 years, i have owned over 50 amps over the years, from fender vox marshall laney and even a couple sound city amps. I still have a couple tech 21 amp with analog "modeling" and they sound fantastic.
You convinced me, I bought it.
Great review and playing!!
Hope you enjoy it!
For those who are interested, it arrived in less than a month, order was placed in 12/12/2020 and arrived today 08/01/2021, can’t wait to start playing around with it’a features now that I have it!!
@@paulocorreia9608 is it loud enough?
It’s a great amp for “I want to play late at night and don’t want to wake up my parents”
Thanks for the review, trust your opinion
Thanks for the review. I'll consider this one the next time my Roland Cube breaks.
My pleasure :)
Mighty Elmo! I was so hoping you would review the Spark, I got mine for $225.00 and have barely scratched the surface on features. First I noticed the stereo lushness of the reverb, the amp can be dark but can be dialed out a bit by working with not only treble but a very active midrange (I'm a midrange freak as in Schenker, Uli Roth, and Mick Ronson). Hey, I know it's got all sorts of amps/pedals built in but I got some killer tones using some of my favorite od pedals including my Mad Professor 1! Try your YJM or Strymon and eq to taste (important) through the clean channel. Finally I have some 60s sounding original songs and got that early British invasion sound playing through the bass preset with the reverb turned way up. Finally again hope a software update makes the smart jam a bit smarter 👌 Sorry this so long, Bruce.
No worries. Write as much as you want :)
Maybe the smart jam is just way smarter than any of us :D
My favourite practice amp is the Boss Katana 100watt head and you can get one secondhand for the price of a Positive Grid and it sounds bloody good plugged into a 4x12.
I have the Katana 100 mk2, sounds great for practice and gigging. For an extra 50 over the spark amp. That's the way to go in my opinion.
@Outlaw.44 Save your money a bit longer and get the 100W Katana MkII
LMFAO!!!! Elmo this is my favorite video yet! Smart Jam sounds like it should play drums for Spinal Tap Mark II A Jazz Odyssey!!! 🎸🤘😂🤘🎸
Haha :D Spot on :D
Great review and awesome playing! I just wish the chord finder was more accurate and the smart jam was smart? Thanks. Thinking about the mini?
Yeah. Going to buy it at some point to try.
I am an old school tube amp guy but was intrigued by the idea of so many options and effects in one box and at $224 I figured it was worth a go. Heck, I've paid almost that for one pedal. So I plunked down my money and prepared myself for a six month wait. Well it only took two and a half months so I felt lucky. I've been using the Spark for a month or so and I must say I love the thing. I wasn't expecting much but it's easy to dial in a really nice tone for any musical situation I've encountered. The smart jam feature is actually my favorite part. It has helped my song writing and soloing immensely. I play a chord progression and Spark comes up with a rhythm track. I then edit the chords in the track to my liking for the different parts of the song (verse, bridge, chorus etc). The rhythm track is rarely similar to the one in my mind so I find that inspiring. The Spark will play the track on an endless loop while I compose solos and lyrics. I can even try out different amps and effects to fit my compositions. I mean, what's not to like? When I arrive at a composition I like, I record it in my DAW. Unbelievable technology. And at $224? It's a no brainer. I don't remember when I last had this much guitar fun for a couple hundred bucks. Will it replace my tube amp and pedal board gig rig? Hell no but it's not designed to. It's a practice amp and guitar skill/inspiration building tool. I think it's an awesome product and value. Even if you just used it as a Bluetooth speaker it would almost be worth the price. It gets louder and sounds better than my current Bluetooth speaker that only cost about $75 less. No, I'm not some paid endorser of Positive Grid. This is the first product of theirs I've used. No I am not switching over to solid state/modelling amps over tubes/pedals. But I've spent A LOT of money on guitar gizmos over the years and this is some of the most well spent.
Cool bananas :)
Thanks for this. I recently got a Fender Mustang 40 watt and decided to get this instead and return the fender.
Also you do have to slightly roll the bass off a tad. Other than that with the luve play along system built in, the recording feature through whatever tablet or devices camera your connected to and all the Bluetooth music it plays wirelessly from Spotify etc to play along with is brilliant. It will also listen to you play, figure out your chords and tempo and create a backing track based on style and genre. It's more than just the selectable ones. You can create your own beyond the boring ones. In short, as a small practice amp, it's brilliant!!!!!
İ can't believe, that how single coil sounds as humbucker. You are perfect Elmo 🎸🎸🎸🔥🔥🔥
With high gain
Thanks! 😃
When I tried it out, I'm afraid even with a bit of (non app) fiddling, it sounded muddy and bass heavy compared to the Katana and Yamaha. I went with the Yamaha 30 in the end, as the clarity, ease of tone changing without having to app fiddle (with extra options if you do) plus better connectivity was worth the extra £. Add a Bluetooth footswitch and you're golden.
I agree, but it sounded thin to me, increasing bass just adds to the muddiness.
I ordered Spart Amp today. I'm really looking forward to try this, especially the amount of pedals and amp mods in it!
Cool bananas :)
Hi Elmo, nice review as always! I loved your marshall yjm100 sound. Would you share the satrings?
Thanks! I can't remember. It was a long time since I sold the amp :(
Man, you were playing it today brother! 😜 I was cracking up laughing when you were playing that Universe. 😂 with the tapping thing.
I thought it sounded pretty good, but I also thought it was like 400 US, but I may be totally wrong. The app stuff is annoying. As usually these days. 😄
Just give me knobs on the front and buttons and I'll be fine personally. I worked in the IT field and if I want to play with software I'll hop on my laptop. 😂
Well. Good review. Take care sir. Thanks for breaking out the 7 string. That low pro trem is just killer. I have one on an Ibanez Japanese S series. One of my favorite guitars. Oh, if you ever get the chance, try the SV series Ibanez. Kinda setup like your strat with Gotoh two point trem and strat v shape neck profile, standard nut, and that wonderfully thin mahogany body. Just a real delight to play.
Be safe friend!
Cheers! Yeah apps suck.
love the version of "god only knows" very nice
Awesome as always 🙏😊 what’s the value and quality of tones compared to BOSS KATANA mk2 Head? Give that it has a small mono speaker by itself and can serve as a practice tool as well as being a reliable amp.
Thanks! Haven't tried the Katana head.
Yes Great . I have one and it's great for Practice in the hose I use Bias FX Elite in my little Music Studio so PG are very good . Great value for money.
The smart jam feature sounds like it would make a fun party game if everyone plays guitar. 🤣🤣🤣
Okay I'm sold, going to grab one up for a good noodling and tiny gig amp, without loud drummer, some sequence track type of gigs lol
As you said Elmo, sounds dark but great though! They've tried too hard to get the speakers sounding big with the bass port. Sounds like you just adjust the bass and perhaps not touch the treble.
Maybe. It sure is a bit dark.
I really like my Spark because of all the features. But it lacks good EQ control which is too bad because a lot of the tones are muddy, phasey and harsh sounding. I have found some good patches in the "tone cloud" though. Also, you're an amazing guitarist! :)
Thanks!
It’s muddy because you obviously don’t know your settings. I have the same amp and it’s it’s amazing. Tip: turn your bass down to 1/4 -1/3. Mids: 75% -100%. Treble” 50-60% . You’re welcome.
As noted by others, the update includes an EQ pedal.
Elmo! The new Spark update just dropped! There’s a “Clone” pedal, a guitar EQ pedal and a bunch of other stuff! Whoo-hoo!
Cool! Too bad I sold my Spark.
@@MrPolevaulter :(
Great video! The practice features don't mean much to me. I just want a good sounding amp for home use to get some John Mayer, SRV inspired tones and bluesy, overall. Would you recommend the Katana 50 MK2 or the Spark? Thanks!
If you want to gig with it, then the Katana. If not, then the Spark.
I think this is a great practice tool for the price, it’s a desk top amp guys for under three hundred bucks but I never buy the first version of anything ,I’ll wait, for now I use the IK IRIG HD 2 with my iPhone and Macpro,
Elmo greetings from the UK... did you upload the sounds to the data-base? I really like the fist and the last YjM
Greetings! No, didn't do that.
I have read somewhere that, if you want to add some brighter spark and
keep the lower frequencies in check, you can plug the front bass reflex hole with a sock...
Just my 2 cents.
P.S.:they say it is better to use a clean sock instead of a used one...
Digging the Yngwie!
Thanks!
That was my reaction to the smart jam as well. LOL
I think it was worth the 5 months waiting. It has tons of features, and even if you don't want to use the app you can easily dial in a great sound and get rockin` right away by pushing a button and turning a few knobs. Sound like a rockstar in about 3 seconds. Worth it.
Cool bananas :)
The great thing about this as a Practice Amp is the simplicity of getting different sounds without masses of gear ... You can take it anywhere with a guitar & cable and just plug in ...
Good for experimentation and also inspiration.
Good pedals aren't cheap, so it's good value from that perspective.
I ordered one after a large number of (unpaid) reviews and for, I repeat, a Practice Amp it does more than enough.
Pity there's no line-out to put it through a decent cab though.
Yep.
im just wondering if something like a Joyo bundle 10" or a orange crush 50 12" is better
I know you're a big fan of the Fender LT25 and LT50. If you had to choose one over the other, does the Spark win over the LT50? By the way, I'm currently deciding between the Spark, LT50, Vox Cambridge 50, and the Harley Benton 15W.
Love the channel! Thanks!
I've never tried the LT50, so I can't say, although I imagine it's just a bigger LT25. Out of those I'd go for the Harley Benton if you need one or two good sounds, and if you need versatile I'd go for the Spark. If you need versatile that you can gig with, then probably the LT50.
@@MrPolevaulter Thanks man! Stay warm!
@@keithbenedict8764 You too :)
Ya know... I'd like to hear the line out/computer version compared to what's coming out of the speakers. I wonder if line out is more guitar amp EQ'd? The speakers just have too much bass.
They do yeah. I did try the line out, and thought it sounded decent. Not better than the speakers though, if I remember correctly.
Would you buy the spark or the yamaha thr10ii as a beginner? (Or other recommendation)
Great review keep up the good work!
Spark or Roland Micro Cube, or a Harley Benton Tube5 or 15. I have videos on all of those.
If you just like to noodle on the couch and only play in the living room occasionally would you recommend this or the Harley Benton?
nice unit... CHUGtastic..!! Chugmazing..!! Easy on the eyes... and the pocketbook...!
Hi Elmo, you did also review the thr10ii. Tone wise (not feature wise) which one did you think had better sound overall styles?
I did a video comparison of those here - ruclips.net/video/DzRPiEaf7K4/видео.html
Spark. But then again I didn't really like the THR at all.
Do I hear a Bit of Dokken influences there :) thanks for the review. I just bought one.
My pleasure. No Dokken though. Haven't really listened to them.
Hi Elmo, I'm wavering between this and the Vox Cambridge. I would prefer a Blackstar Silverline Special to either of these, but they are hard to get hold of in South Africa and pricier.
I am going to be jamming with friends a lot, possibly gigging in the future but not for a while. Sound quality is top priority - regret to tell you that I currently own a Code 50 :(
Anyway, out of the two which would you recommend I buy?
Thanks, love your videos
I have tried the Katana briefly, but I feel like it lacks character sound wise. This is why I am interested in the Cambridge (haven't tried it though)
I remember liking the Cambridge a bit more than the Katana, but it wasn't brilliant either. I really like the Spark, but not sure if it's for gigging. Out of those two I'd get the Spark. Maybe a Fender Mustang LT50 if you need something for gigs as well.
It would be great to see your comment on Vox Cambridge 50. Similar price range, also with some digital features and "nutube" technology.
I did that: ruclips.net/video/M1NF2m5vl8o/видео.html
Also compared it to the Katana.
@@MrPolevaulter I didnt notice that :) thanks! What I noticed is really big difference in sound I hear watching both your videos. Spark seems like being played behind some fat pillow while Cambridge is much clearer? I'm watching both videos on the same headphones in HD quality, could it be the difference in amp speaker size? What would you say if you would compare those two amps? Which sounds better? Also on the other review it seems you didn't test modelling stuff that comes with soft for that amp.
@@HammerFang Might be. I can't compare the two. Sold both :(
Hi,
Many thanks for your youtube channel.
Do you talk about app, but which positive grid Amps's Software do you use in your demo , BIAS AMP 2, standard or pro ?
Thank for your answer
Thank you! Not sure I understand the question though. I only use the Spark, not any software.
@@MrPolevaulter ok i thought you were using a software. Thanks
Can you do a comparison between the Fender GTX50 and the Spark?
No. Sold my GTX50 a long time ago.
I play mostly clean but I also need to pull up acoustic amps.
If Elmo likes it then you know it's good.
Cheers :)
Sorry for noob question, does volume affect the tone? Could I have settings I like and keep the same sound regardless of volume?
I want to be able to have it very quiet at times. Also would I lose much quality if I were to listen through quality IEM's?
Volume doesn't affect tone. IEM's? In ear monitors? I don't like playing with headphones (not tried in ears).
You claim it does EVERYTHING Elmo, but I CANT see a coffee port on it - or a button to raise my ego!
As usual another great video ; was it worth the wait ordering one from Positive Grid directly? I know stock was an issue on these...
Haha :D
Actually that's a good question. I didn't even think of that. I have so much gear waiting to be reviewed and so much to do, that I kind of forgot I'd ordered it. I can imagine if I'd ordered it and really looked forward to getting it (maybe having nothing at all to practice on) I might have gotten really annoyed.
@@MrPolevaulter Sounds fair - no doubt you have many other amplifiers to practice on during that wait ;) hah!
Did I hear on the ambient clean sound you playing Happy together i can't think of the band , I think they where English it was a hippy song. If
not it really sounded like it.
I forget what I played. I like the song though :)
How does this and the katana 50 mk2 compare in terms of sound quality?
I prefer this.
I wonder if the Spark amp is made by JOYO. 😉 Did you have a hum issue with your Spark amp or did you change the power cord to something with three prongs?
Didn't have any issues.
what amp would you recommend for home use: Spark amp or Marshall dls20cr? (I need a versatile amp for my Gibson Les Paul)
Only home use? Then probably the Spark. But if you need to play with a band at some point, then the Marshall.
@@MrPolevaulter Hi Elom,really enjoying your reviews. Question, Harley benton tube 15, or spark PG 40, I use a line 6 m13 for effects, so really more about the sound of the amp. The amp I have is far too loud for a bedroom practice amp (Albion gs30c 2x12) watched both your reviews on the 2 amps. Can't decide on which one is best 🤔🤷
@@leeh9938 Thanks! In terms of sound, the Tube15.
9:53 will it chug?
Yamaha THR30, spark or something else? What would you recommend for home practice?
Spark, Micro Cube, Harley Benton Tube5 or 15.
Judging by that fretboard I say he’s addicted to scallops!🤑
Would you recommend This amp or the Fender LT25 for a beginner?
Spark. Wish I had one 50 years ago.
Spark vs. Mooer SD30? What you think about that? Any experience?
Haven't tried it. Sorry :(
I do worry about things being completely reliant on phone apps. Generally phone software isnt supported for that long. What happens 5-10 years down the line when the app no longer works or is supported by the company?
Very good point.
I'm really happy with mine, even though it too 6 mos. to actually receive it. My only complaint is the Smart Jam feature. I play a simple 2-chord progression and what it comes up with just doesn't match. I'd be happier if it was just a looper with drums.
Yeah, the smart jam is hilarious, though not usable :D
Used to have a Roland Micro Cube (before the GX). Had a lot of fun with it. Then the CMOS stopped working. Looked everywhere for a Cube/Spark comparison, but didn't find one. What is your opinion?
The Spark is slightly better, but taking price into consideration, the Micro Cube is just as good, if not better.
@@MrPolevaulter Thanks, That is sort of what I have also concluded. Think that you should make a video explaining the reasoning.
I got my Spark the other day, and right out of the box, my first problem. The Spark App will only work with IOS version above 11. So right there the two iPads that I though would be perfect for a dedicated interface to the amp... don't work. I had to dig a bit on the website for the information, so people should just be aware.
@@ericdutt3582 Yeah, I've heard people have had problems with it.
As a practice amp, I think it is really nice and the ecosystem etc will be really cool. But as a bluetooth speaker, it sucks! Bad sound kills good music and all that. If I am playing along, I much prefer for all the music to actually be in something one could call fidelity. If I have nice stereo imaging etc I can place my amp in the room and get an experience which is better than the sound of being on stage. It almost can be like being in the studio with Lukather or Gilmour (and realising 98% is in the hands :-) not in the stuff ). I must however say that I have not tested this with headphones yet. Will try that out.
No you're right it's a bit too dark. I have to keep my bass all the way back and it's still a bit bassy to me.
This is great for those wout a good laptop/home studio and way cheaper. Im not in a band so not writing/recording many if any original tunes and dont record covers...why would I have anyone or myself listen to me doing covers vs the original recordings? Very pretentious to assume someone would want to unless your playing in person for them imo. But when I do feel like laying down an original riff Spark has 2 virtual drummers who analyze my riff and lays down a good beat to my creation...something a reg amp will never do. I dont telework and dont even own a laptop anymore just a tablet but prefer the Spark app on my Galaxy10 phone.
Good night, how tall are your frets man? The shadows obscure half the fretboard.
The neck is scalloped :)
Have you ever tried line6 spider-sth? In theory they should do similar stuff. As for me I prefer to use real pedals, rather than simulations built in amps, but... maybe I'm "a collector"
Me too. No, I haven't tried the Spider. Not sure I will. Not heard good things of them.
Elmo, if you have to choose between Spark or Tube 15, what would it be?
Tough one. For home practice, maybe the Spark (if I didn't have to use it for anything else). Overall, the Tube15, although you need a pedal for it.
@@MrPolevaulter Pedal is easy, DOD still make DOD 250 and second hand you can get it or Fender Yngwie Malmsteen Overdrive :)
Apparently they've fixed all its shortcomings now through software upgrades.
Damn the metal and shred tones kill 👍👍 especially amazing for the little bit of cash
Please can you let me know the name of the wall adapter that powers the amp. I bought one recently and of course you need to go and purchase the wall adapter separately. So if you could let me know a relevant one that works, I would be most grateful thanks. I would say Positive Grid should make it far more plain that this product needs it's own power supply.
I didn't have to buy the adapter separately. Can't remember what it is.
This is the amp of my life.
Hmm, it sounds really dark considering you have a mic right in front of it. Don't know why they haven't included an EQ pedal.
I see that they have now!
Hello! May I ask where you can buy this in Finland? You might have some information on that.
From the Positive Grid website.
@@MrPolevaulter Gotcha! Cheers mate!
Awesome review! I just got my spark delivered and I would like to ask you the following question: when I turn off all the effects, including the noise gate I end up with a "hiss" noise just from the selected amp. Is it "normal" on this amp, or mine came defective? With the noise gate engaged at 3.0 sounds ok to me. I am using a Fender strat by the way. Thanks for your kind review. Keep on Rocking! \m/
Depends on how much gain you have. A lot of gain will generate hiss.
Hi. Nice video. Can you share you program set?
Sorry. Sold the amp and deleted the app.
too much shredding and pentatonic cliches with fuzzy amps that sound almost identical. the first thing you did was lovely, and a really nice little bit around 32.00 that sounded like it was going to go into a bach-type thing but didn't. what about clean sounds like jazz guitar? I bought one anyway :D
Well, after watching you play like this I think I’m gonna go ahead and throw all my stuff away. Thanks. 😂😂
How is it with bass guitars would this be good for a beginner?
Haven't tried it with bass. Should be good for a beginner.
Hey buddy how are you 👋? Its Leo Roar fischer, i have a question- is this is better than line 6hx effects multy effect pedal???
Haven't tried the Line6.
@@MrPolevaulter what multy effect you recommend to me?
Sheeeeeet if I could afford that thing I would buy second hand fly3s. Shit sounds good
What does it actually sound like when not miked with and expensive mike and sent thru a processor?
It sounds like it sounds in the video basically. The mic doesn't do too much, and I don't have processing going on except for compression.
Mine sounds great.......and LOUD!
I'm on my second spark, both have issues with hum/hiss. There are built without a proper internal ground! When strings touch your frets, that ground makes it go away but you definitely hear it when changing chords. This thing is a great idea but it is NOT ready for prime time. Get a boss katana mkii and find your own backing tracks.
Hi, I plugged it into my computer via usb and it took care of the hum. I'll be getting a 3 prong adapter to fix the issue permanently. I really like my Spark.
@@sboistan that doesn't work for me. Its missing an internal ground so a grounded adapter won't fix it. Through a computer might, but I dont have the luxury of plugging into a computer. I purchased this to sit in my living room and travel with something portable.
@@john15333 getting a 3 prong power supply will fix the issue. I've heard that positive grid will provide one free if charge if you can reach their customer support. It's a bit irritating to have to pick one up, I agree..
Sorry to hear.
The Amps are now supplied with Country correct power supply units (well, for the UK at least) which from many sources is the solution to the grounding problem.
Waiting for mine to be shipped ... but given how many have been sold in such a short period I am not surprised that production is swamped with Orders.
Nice soft God Only Knows...ambient sound.
Thanks :)
How do you compare it to Yamaha THR 10 ?
I think it's much better. Haven't liked the THR too much.
Where can you buy one in the uk and any idea what the price might be?
Probably from the Positive Grid website (that's where I bought it). Don't know what it will cost there.
@@MrPolevaulter Thanks bud.
I saved this video for future reference.
you use only the positive grip the positive grip say that we can have the effets of the stars like van halen slash etc...it is right of you must pay for that ...But you are a star to.
Haha smart jam, a bit too futuristic but your kids will love it, haha.
Haha Back to the Future reference there!
Totally! :D
Hi Elmo, I can't stop laughing 😆. what do you recommend, this amp or the Yamaha thr?
Thanks :) This.
They are finding out alot of them have the Hum , buzz , noise issues... may depend on your pickups or guitar, but also Hard Rock , Metal settings.
I heard a grounded (three prong, not 2) power supply fixed that. they're on amazon for about 17 bucks.
@@JamesAllenJr I contacted spark and had to make a video to let them see the problem. they are sending a part for me.
@@JamesAllenJr after sending email with a video they are sending me a new on right away! They are responding quite quick rn
made video about 3 weeks ago... Still waiting on the plug they would send me,,, it took 6 months to get the amp...soo...
@@CalitranoN they are faster with shipping now (at least with the amps, got mine within 2 weeks and i live in the netherlands) but i also am waiting longer for the adapter. (They reacted fast on my emails though)
I've just got my Spark amp. It took 45 days to arrive from China. :( It's a well-built product and sounds good. :) BUT... it's not as good as the BIAS FX2 standalone app running on a PC, through an audio interface into monitor speakers. The Spark amp suffers from too much low-end frequencies. Turn the Bass down/off and it sounds better. The software app is also buggy.
Yeah, bass down for sure. Didn't use the app enough to know.
@@MrPolevaulter It's a great little amp for trying out ideas and learning songs - very impressive for it's price and compact size... but it does sound boxy and bassy.
I love your channel. Great reviews. i own a Positive Grid Bias Amp 2. i love it. The major issue I have with Positive Grid is their software is not PC or Android friendly. It's actually a nightmare. My Bias Amp 2 software graphic image appears visually very small. The image is barely large enough to see on a PC screen. When I asked them about it their response was very lame. They don't care. they have nothing for android. Too bad. Their hardware units, such as pedals, are also void of PC and android use. So, had I known that they didn't connect to PC or android I would have purchased something else. When it came to getting some hardware for effects I went with Eventide. They connect to PC, Android and ios. In the meantime, keep up the great work. I love your playing too.
Thank you very much. That sounds like a fairly poor attitude from them.