![]() ![]() I prefer the Spark Mini to the full-size version just because it is lighter, has a smaller footprint, and still had all the options of the Spark App. The only request I would have for Positive Grid is the addition of a carrying bag option to protect it. If you plan to practice with tracks or record with it I would recommend the additional foot pedal. For the money, the Spark Mini is the ideal living room or home practice amplifier and Bluetooth speaker when you aren’t playing your guitar or bass through it. Verdict: I wasn’t expecting to be wowed by the Spark Mini Amplifier by Positive Grid, but the more I played through it the more I wanted to use it and try different sounds. Price is not excessive either considering what you get.Ĭons: You will need to spend some extra time in the APP dialing in your virtual effects and amplifiers to your sound taste. Built solid and the APP and foot pedal provides a number of options. Pros: Most versatile rechargeable amplifier I have ever played. There are also other virtual packages you can purchase, like the Jimi Hendrix one, to expand your virtual arsenal of effects. The fun part is dialing in these effects and amps to your own personal tastes by turning the virtual knobs and saving your settings. Virtual titles include Pop, Blues, Rock, Metal, Alternative Bass, and Acoustic. The real fun with the Spark Mini is when you pair it with the Spark App, which then provides you access to 43 different effects and 33-amp models all on your smartphone. ![]() The back of amp connectivity includes a 1/8” line out for headphones/earbuds, 1/8” auxiliary input, USB input for charging, pairing button for Bluetooth (which also activates the tuner) and a power-on button. Controls on the top of the amp are simple and straight forward with a ¼” plugin for your guitar, Music control know, Guitar control knob, and a Preset knob to activate your amp of choice (custom, solo, lead, or rhythm). The Spark Mini weighs in at a mere 3.3lbs and is only 5.76 x 4.84 x 6.49 inches. Good luck.When Positive Grid reached out to American Songwriter about their new Spark Mini amplifier, I assumed that it was just a scaled-down version of their popular Spark (which we covered HERE.) Then just tweak Ruby to what you want, tone wise and save preset. Also I cut up and old mouse mat rolled it up and stuck it in the bass port. If the Spark 40 sounds boomy then take the front off, carefully remove the speakers and pack lots of cotton wool behind where the speakers sit. The Mod slot I use the EQ with 100 down, a slight dip at 400, down on 32k and the gain at max. I have noise suppressor ON, Compression ON but quite low, I have the booster ON but about half way. I set the vol to max and the gain to low to get the cleanest amp I can. Kick your playing into high gear with SPARK BOOSTER, the stealthy stompbox that rocks a completely clean boost with heaps of extra features for your tone. I also use the Spark 40 and Spark mini but they have no returns therefore they are being used in some form of simulation mode.Īfter much experimentation on the mini (also sounds slightly better on the 40) I use the Roland Jazz 120 amp whatever they call it. The best is a Fender GTX going in thru the FX returns that makes it a powered speaker only. I use a Dream 65 in front of three amps for practice, not all at once.
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