@@entertainmentWeekly19 his point is that this little thing is gigable. For smaller gigs, that's a massive saver on how much stuff you gotta lug around.
@entertainmentWeekly19 you don't even know what capping is 😂 you too old for teenage lingo unc and he said he plugged it in to the PA so how'd he lie about it
This is a god given.. As a teacher, I'm sick of carrying around my positive grid 40. When they had the mini I almost got it but it was still alittle bulky. Thank god for the Spark GO. CAN'T WAIT TO GET MY HANDS ON IT
I really enjoy what spark have done, the sound and the features you can get from their built in app is awesome. I'm really happy with purchasing it a while back, and the community curated presents they have.
I bought the 40 just a week before the Go was announced. I really like the 40 but I might not have gone that route if I knew about the GO, but no regrets.
Best demo of these 3 out there. I have the 40 & mini with the go on order. This really shows how muddy the 30 is vs the mini. The go doesn’t seem to carry the warmth but will definitely serve a purpose.
As others have mentioned, thank you so much for doing the comparison and using a microphone instead of DI. I think I liked the sound of the Mini best, but even though I have the Mini I think I still want a Spark GO. Because… I want one! :)
Well done. Appreciated you throwing a 57 on all of them and then actually playing the same riffs. Simple yet rarely done. I have a GO on order. One thing that you didn't mention that I am assuming is true: When you were pointing out the differences in tone between them, you didn't mention that none of that matters if you're using it as an interface. Since the guts are the same, I have to think that negates how they sound in the room as the speakers are being bypassed. Thanks!
this is how you demo! with a proper mic, not like Darrel Braun who can't or doesn't know how to mic an amp lol. Good job here and this looks like a good entry way to the Spark App if you don't like the Mini or the 40.
Out of the three models, I'd pick the Spark Go. If I want more volume, I'd use a powered speaker (either a PA speaker a Headrush FR/FR), or maybe a clean guitar amp (eg 2nd hand Roland Cube from Cash Converters).
This is EXACTLY what I've been searching for, they don't even have anything like this on their own website. Thanks. And by the way your description of the sound comparison matches what came out of the computer sat this end perfectly
I bought the 40 when they first came out. Although it was a VERY long wait, there have been very few days that I don’t plug it in! I ordered this rather than the mini thinking the portability will take things to another level. Can’t wait for cottage/patio season!
Same here, I did the pre order for the 40... and did the preorder for the mini. I will be able to go upstairs to play without taking the 40 with me. Great little amps to learn on.
The draw of the GO for me is that it literally fits in my travel guitar case. It’s perfect for practicing and working on ideas without annoying people. It also gives you all the software features that the other amps do, so with headphones on it’s no different.
I have the 40. I use it more than my bassman 100 and my 100 watt cube bass amp. It sounds as good as my fender Princeton and has a multitude of features I’ve never seen on any amp before. A great learning and recording device. Get one! You will not be disappointed.
I have the 40 and really like it, but it stays in the practice room. I almost bought the mini for camping or just to move it around. I thought the GO was a joke at first. It's so small, how could it even work. That might be my new little travel amp. Thanks for the videos!
Guessing you have seen everyone saying mic the amp Thank you for doing such a detailed review ordered mine. Only one thing I wish you would have put what patches you used.
You are absolutely right about it being great for practice!! Awesome review! Also most belts I have found still fit through the little loop and it stays pretty secure with little movement while I walk around. My kids have a love/hate relationship with me playing on it🤣
Good job! Appreciate the comparisons. I have the 49 and Mini which I prefer as the P90’s hum a lot. I don’t like NR so the Mini is the one I use with my Les Paul Special. I use my mini when camping and the Go I ordered will take its place.
I got to say I have the spark 40, which plugged in or Miked is a great practice amp. In your demo, the spark mini sounded the clearest as the 40 is much basier and a little bit muddier. The spark, the spark goes, sounded great to.!!! Well done. Great demo!
wow! thanks for this! I have a GO on order (and looking forward to its arrival soon!) - but I must say, my spark 40 sounds WAY better than what you got in your shootout. I have heard about the bass-heavy sound from other commenters (disclosure: I am a bass player - but I use the spark for guitar) but I have not noticed a problem - sounds nice and bright and balanced and beautiful to me (guitar only - bluetooth streaming is quite dark, but I rarely use it for that) - I mostly use the blackface twin amp model with a touch of reverb and a smidge of flange - one of my fav amps!
Great review. Almost ordered the 40w but gone for the GO given less space take until I can clear out the Garden Room Properly! Relearning guitar having not played for nearly 30 years! If this kind of tech was available I am sure I would have progressed further and not given up on playing as a teenager. Going to enjoy relearning / reliving 70’s 80’s & 90’s rock!
Good call...the Spark Mini does sound the best. When my band rehearses without our drummer, I actually use my Mini instead of my main amp. A bandmate kids me that the Mini sounds better than my $1,500 pedalboard. He might be right. I've also pre-ordered a Spark Go.
I’ve just got one and I love it. I didn’t update the bloody firmware like it tells you, just pressed cancel. Downloaded the app and it connected to my iPad mini 5 straight away, no issues. Have already changed to 4 presets to my liking, the effects are lovely sounding. I’ve been walking around the house with it on my belt 😂 and in the garden, I highly recommend the GO for a fun practice amp that you can stick in your pocket but sounds lush.
Hey brother, would you consider possibly doing a lesson on brown eyed girl by van Morrison? I absolutely adore your video format and teaching style. I learn super well from you, I've never learned a whole song until I came across your channel and challenged myself. Thank you!!
I just got the Go and was pleasantly surprised by its clarity when compared to my mate's 40. Definitely missing some mid-range but as an 80s/90s metal guy I just see that as the mids being pre-scooped for me :D Definitely a cracking little practice amp but I would love to be able to pair it with bluetooth headphones as, combined with a wireless system, this would make it a superb wire-free solution. I guess there must be some weirdness with it being a bluetooth speaker going on here.
Positive Grif told me that if you want to use it with a wireless headphone, Bluetooth headphone you need to get a Bluetooth receiver. I’m not sure how that works but that’s what they told me.
Great video! It's good to have a direct comparison between the three models at identical settings. For the beginning, I guess I'll start with the Mini and eventually get the Go later. Is it correct that a few settings in the app are locked behind in-app purchases? Is it just the Jimi Hendrix pack or also other packs?
Fantastic, well rounded review! Thanks for your thoroughness!! Trying to make some decisions and this went a long was to help. I’ve been looking for a “grab-n-go” amp for practice while traveling that won’t get us kicked out of a motel AND eat up as much space as our luggage 😅 (Which I have one of those) Also, thanks for being upfront about the micing. There’s only so much you can do. 🙂 You got a sub!
I’m a USPS mail carrier. My new truck has an aux input. That GO speaker sounds good enough…and I can use my truck as an amp. I can play during my lunch break!
The 40 muddy sound, some reviewers had comented this, and it is true!! The mini and the go are the real winners here, the 40 should be remade to get the sound quality of its brothers!!!!
My question is around plugging in an acoustic vs an electric. Is the volume output on the Go going to be loud enough that I can hear the effects chain over the actual acoustic sound of my instrument? Or if plugging in an acoustic, really can’t go smaller than the mini?
I literally just used one of these inside a Coffee Shop 😂 my friend had introduced it me and I was sold on it hahaha shredding inside a coffee shop was fun lmfao lol great work Positive Grid and awesome Review dude 🔥🤘
Have the Go on order. Sold my 40 last year. Going to try the Go through a board I have setup with a Blackstar Fly and extension (so 6 watts) that I run with pedals. Figure I will replace pedals with the Go. Will have stereo? I love experimenting. Edit: Best review so far btw. Thank you!
I bought all three, variety is the spice of life. Great reviews, thank you, you're an excellent player and speaker, I'd lop off both my boys to be able to play as well as you. 😮
Is the lithium battery replaceable? And I know you said it. But is there a significant difference in qualities of Higgs & lows with the Mini vs the go? Through you tube I could not appreciate the difference. Thanks for an awesome review.
hey, awesome video, man, gj!! but there is still one thing im here to ask! is there a big difference in loudness between the „mini“ and the „go?“ lets say one wants to make music in the streets or in a small group of people.. is the „go“ loud enough? i really want to buy myself the „go“ and im planning to jam on the streets and parcs in the summer and im worried, the „go“ could be too quiet! ty again for the video.
Hey Marvin. So yes there is a difference in volume. I tested in a 3x3m room. Playing music at full blast on both. With the GO, standing 2m away - you would still be able to have a conversation with someone at a medium-loud level of speaking. But nothing that would strain your voice. With the mini 2m away you’d have trouble hearing the other person and would have to raise your voice. The passive radiator on the mini really does pump the bass a lot more than the GO. All that said, the GO still has decent volume for its size. But it can’t defy physics!
@@GuitarZero2Hero ty for your response.. so, for busking, the GO would be too quiet you think? its really hard for me to make a decision, because the go is so damn comfortable, but the mini has the best sound (but than again, you have a mini-amp, not something, that fits in your pocket..)
@@marvinrosenkranz6057 just give it a try - at $109 it's not a big investment and you could always sell it for what you paid for it if it is inadequate.
Thank you for that 4 track demo. Best I have seen as you played the same part, recorded the same way. How novel! (LOL) But nobody does it. I totally appreciated it. I own the Go. And love the idea of adding the Mini down the line; whereas I think the 40 sounds too bassy and distant. The Go and the Mini (on the other hand) sound the same, just that one is bigger in size & sound. And while the Mini might be portable, I can strap the Go to my guitar strap and walk around the house & back yard while playing a sound that I will be able to replicate (just a little bigger) with the Mini (when I get one).
You’re welcome! Yup pretty much my thoughts too. GO is great! Mini is definitely the best though and has a much better bass response and overall volume in person :)
I thought they make you pay for Hendrix tones, but the auto wah is in the Hendrix package. Some argue that it’s cheap, nope, it’s 15% of actual value. I regret I didn’t check closer before buying.
Depends on how you’ll use it. The mini sounds a lot better and is much louder. The size of the Go is a massive appeal though if you want something small that can fit in any gig bag
I like the Go for overdrive over the mini Its much smoother. The mini sounds like the Brady Bunch 60s stomp box or little big muff. Im getting the GO. If it isnt portable enough to fit in your case whats the use? No one really straps these on like a pig nose and walks around the park anymore. The GO is perfect to always have with your guitar bag or case.
I'm curious how they sound in room...and you addressed it, the 40 sounded off compared to the other 2. The Mini isn't very far off the 40 in price, but the Go is crazy cheap. I was looking at audio interfaces and this makes a lot more sense than picking up a used Scarlett. Am I going to regret the actual in-room sound vs the Mini? I was tempted by some of the Vox Tube practice amp offerings, no reason I'd have to stop with just one amp. Not sure how long the 40 has been out but of all the modeling practice amps I have yet to come across any Positive Grid amps on Marketplace, which probably says something
is there any way to compare the "Spark" amp and pedal names to the "Brand Name" amp and pedal names like Marshal or mesa boogie??? AWESOME VIDEO, CANT WAIT FOR MY SPARK GO TO ARRIVE !!! Cheers, Kevin :)
Thanks for the video. I don't play electric and I am wondering if I could use this as an amp for practising at home with a Takamine acoustic guitar (which with has a built-in pickup & pre-amp) and a looper pedal?
Can anyone answer on whether the Mini and GO have improved on the following: I had a Spark 40 when they first came out, and there were a couple of things I really didn't like. First was the reverb- always WAY too much, I guess trying to make it sound big and impressive, but I'm a light reverb kind of guy. The other thing, which is why I sold it, was the terribly over-emphasized bass, which again, I'm guessing was an attempt to compensate for the amp's small size. And the Gain control would also increase the bass, which I though was ridiculous- the only way to get a decent sound was to keep the gain low and use the pedal models for dirt. Never seen any piece of gear designed to increase the bass response when you turn up the gain. Do the Mini and GO have these issues?
just got mt spark go today, what a great sound! very nice product overall, but right from the box annoying cracklings when in full volume mode and with a distortion preset... however, once i updated the firmware and activate the hi-z option, the crackling was gone (hi-z option did the same thing i did, basically limiting the volume a little bit).
What worries me is if the GO has any problem to be used with cable (specially normal “I” cables, not the “L” used in the video) caused by being so small and light. It seems like it’s not going to remain standing in its right position as soon as you move the cable a bit. Thanks!
Yup you're absolutely right, it's easy to knock over. I mainly use mine with a wireless unit so that's not an issue, but with a cable, for sure that's a downside.
Do I hear an Aussie accent? If so,.. I've noticed several guitar guys from Australia lately. Very cool and says a lot for a strong music culture there! Spark 40 sounds like you're in a box. Surprising the Spark Go has more depth of sound. Strange. Currently,.. Pre-Orders @ $109 for this tiny little guy!
What does Positive Grid do with the music that I play and they gather? I guess I/we should be reading the user terms & conditions. I know Sony's Acid Music software states that any music recorded on their software is legally property of Sony
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I just used my spark go for a worship concert. Plugged the baby in direct to the PA and WOW! Just WOW
Such a versatile amp!
Yea , but at the end of the day, you still had to plug it into a PA. stop cappin bruh 😂
@@entertainmentWeekly19 his point is that this little thing is gigable. For smaller gigs, that's a massive saver on how much stuff you gotta lug around.
@entertainmentWeekly19 you don't even know what capping is 😂 you too old for teenage lingo unc and he said he plugged it in to the PA so how'd he lie about it
This is a god given.. As a teacher, I'm sick of carrying around my positive grid 40. When they had the mini I almost got it but it was still alittle bulky. Thank god for the Spark GO. CAN'T WAIT TO GET MY HANDS ON IT
This will be perfect for that! Fits so easily in a guitar case/gig bag 👍🏼
same here mate..i cant wait to get the one i ordered..👍
do you like it?
The best sound of the three comparisons, in my opinion, it's the Spark Mini, lots of clarity and great middle range!
Thank you for mic’ing and not providing another lame Di demo like others have tried to get by with.
No problems, I figured DI’d it’d sound identical to the other amps so no point!
lol yeah
Amen to that
@@GuitarZero2Hero😮😮9sz8s9😮😮s😮
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I really enjoy what spark have done, the sound and the features you can get from their built in app is awesome.
I'm really happy with purchasing it a while back, and the community curated presents they have.
I bought the 40 just a week before the Go was announced.
I really like the 40 but I might not have gone that route if I knew about the GO, but no regrets.
Best demo of these 3 out there. I have the 40 & mini with the go on order. This really shows how muddy the 30 is vs the mini. The go doesn’t seem to carry the warmth but will definitely serve a purpose.
Thanks!
The 30? Or did you mean the Go? I somehow found the Mini to sound the best, followed by the Go, and lastly the full size 40 watts.
What’s the verdict? I’m interested in the go because I don’t have any space, but I could probably make the mini work.
As others have mentioned, thank you so much for doing the comparison and using a microphone instead of DI. I think I liked the sound of the Mini best, but even though I have the Mini I think I still want a Spark GO. Because… I want one! :)
No problems Kevin. Yup although I think the mini sounds best. GO is not far off and the size advantage is huge. Fits in gig bag with no issues
I have the mini and still ordered the GO ! I say go for it!
I’m sold ! You hit this review out of the park, answered all my questions. Keep it up
Glad I could help!
Fantastic review. I rely on TH-cam for reviews of everything I buy and this is one of the best I’ve seen of any product ever - thanks!
Well done. Appreciated you throwing a 57 on all of them and then actually playing the same riffs. Simple yet rarely done. I have a GO on order. One thing that you didn't mention that I am assuming is true: When you were pointing out the differences in tone between them, you didn't mention that none of that matters if you're using it as an interface. Since the guts are the same, I have to think that negates how they sound in the room as the speakers are being bypassed. Thanks!
Yes you’re absolutely right. Through a DI they’d all be identical which is why I miced them. Hope you enjoy when it arrives!
I'm sold. This is what I've wanted someone to make since I first saw the early Li-ion powered Bluetooth speakers. I knew this had to be a possibility.
Great review! Agree on the Spark mini, it does stand out better over the others in terms of the quality of sound
this is how you demo! with a proper mic, not like Darrel Braun who can't or doesn't know how to mic an amp lol. Good job here and this looks like a good entry way to the Spark App if you don't like the Mini or the 40.
Out of the three models, I'd pick the Spark Go. If I want more volume, I'd use a powered speaker (either a PA speaker a Headrush FR/FR), or maybe a clean guitar amp (eg 2nd hand Roland Cube from Cash Converters).
Dave, thanks for the mic'd side-by-side comparison. Excellent review.
My pleasure Gerry!
This is EXACTLY what I've been searching for, they don't even have anything like this on their own website. Thanks. And by the way your description of the sound comparison matches what came out of the computer sat this end perfectly
I bought the 40 when they first came out. Although it was a VERY long wait, there have been very few days that I don’t plug it in! I ordered this rather than the mini thinking the portability will take things to another level. Can’t wait for cottage/patio season!
You’re in for a treat!
Same here, I did the pre order for the 40... and did the preorder for the mini. I will be able to go upstairs to play without taking the 40 with me. Great little amps to learn on.
my spark 40 sits under my TV stand because I think it sounds terrible. Literally think my old Line 6 Spyder sounds better.
The draw of the GO for me is that it literally fits in my travel guitar case. It’s perfect for practicing and working on ideas without annoying people. It also gives you all the software features that the other amps do, so with headphones on it’s no different.
I presume that you can set EQ from the app, right ?
@@pcollenyt3683yep, you can do pretty much everything
I have the 40. I use it more than my bassman 100 and my 100 watt cube bass amp. It sounds as good as my fender Princeton and has a multitude of features I’ve never seen on any amp before. A great learning and recording device. Get one! You will not be disappointed.
I needed an amp for sitting out on the Deck while practicing, you helped me make my decision which ended up being the Mini. Thanks brother!
👍🏼👍🏼
I have the 40 and really like it, but it stays in the practice room. I almost bought the mini for camping or just to move it around. I thought the GO was a joke at first. It's so small, how could it even work. That might be my new little travel amp. Thanks for the videos!
No problems!
Great review, so clear and concise. Gave me everything I needed.
Glad it helped Paul!
Guessing you have seen everyone saying mic the amp Thank you for doing such a detailed review ordered mine. Only one thing I wish you would have put what patches you used.
Thanks Scott. I miced the amp cause I figured they’d all sounds the same DI’d! Patches I used were simply the factory presets included on the amps
Now this is a review! Thanks so much for this brother. Gonna check out your other vids.
You are absolutely right about it being great for practice!! Awesome review! Also most belts I have found still fit through the little loop and it stays pretty secure with little movement while I walk around. My kids have a love/hate relationship with me playing on it🤣
Just bought a spark go. I am impressed. For what you pay it’s a terrific value.
Definitely a great little amp!
Good job! Appreciate the comparisons. I have the 49 and Mini which I prefer as the P90’s hum a lot. I don’t like NR so the Mini is the one I use with my Les Paul Special. I use my mini when camping and the Go I ordered will take its place.
Is it heavy enough so that it doesn't slide or fall over when you plug in your cable?
Great, but we need a pitch shifter/drop tune pedal effect on this and it will be perfect!
Great demo, liked the mini the best too sound wise. Ordering the GO since it will fit in my gig bag.
I got to say I have the spark 40, which plugged in or Miked is a great practice amp. In your demo, the spark mini sounded the clearest as the 40 is much basier and a little bit muddier. The spark, the spark goes, sounded great to.!!! Well done. Great demo!
wow! thanks for this! I have a GO on order (and looking forward to its arrival soon!) - but I must say, my spark 40 sounds WAY better than what you got in your shootout. I have heard about the bass-heavy sound from other commenters (disclosure: I am a bass player - but I use the spark for guitar) but I have not noticed a problem - sounds nice and bright and balanced and beautiful to me (guitar only - bluetooth streaming is quite dark, but I rarely use it for that) - I mostly use the blackface twin amp model with a touch of reverb and a smidge of flange - one of my fav amps!
I’ve got a positive grid 40 but just ordered a go because why not?! 😂👍🏻
Great review. Almost ordered the 40w but gone for the GO given less space take until I can clear out the Garden Room Properly! Relearning guitar having not played for nearly 30 years! If this kind of tech was available I am sure I would have progressed further and not given up on playing as a teenager. Going to enjoy relearning / reliving 70’s 80’s & 90’s rock!
Wonderful review! Very clear and honest! Can you do one for acoustic guitars? Thx!
Thanks! This was very helpful. I’m placing my order today because of your thorough review.
Thank you so much for the tip - appreciate it! Hope you enjoy your new amp - it's lots of fun.
Good call...the Spark Mini does sound the best. When my band rehearses without our drummer, I actually use my Mini instead of my main amp. A bandmate kids me that the Mini sounds better than my $1,500 pedalboard. He might be right. I've also pre-ordered a Spark Go.
Haha they have some seriously good tones don’t they
I’ve just got one and I love it. I didn’t update the bloody firmware like it tells you, just pressed cancel. Downloaded the app and it connected to my iPad mini 5 straight away, no issues. Have already changed to 4 presets to my liking, the effects are lovely sounding. I’ve been walking around the house with it on my belt 😂 and in the garden, I highly recommend the GO for a fun practice amp that you can stick in your pocket but sounds lush.
Great review. I ordered one but doesn’t ship until late May. Looking forward to it. Great price too.
Hey brother, would you consider possibly doing a lesson on brown eyed girl by van Morrison? I absolutely adore your video format and teaching style. I learn super well from you, I've never learned a whole song until I came across your channel and challenged myself. Thank you!!
FINALLY someone mic'd up this little amp.
What a phenomenal gizmo! Spark are the new benchmark in small.....
This video is disgustingly informative and helpful. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
I just got the Go and was pleasantly surprised by its clarity when compared to my mate's 40. Definitely missing some mid-range but as an 80s/90s metal guy I just see that as the mids being pre-scooped for me :D Definitely a cracking little practice amp but I would love to be able to pair it with bluetooth headphones as, combined with a wireless system, this would make it a superb wire-free solution. I guess there must be some weirdness with it being a bluetooth speaker going on here.
Positive Grif told me that if you want to use it with a wireless headphone, Bluetooth headphone you need to get a Bluetooth receiver. I’m not sure how that works but that’s what they told me.
@@StumblebumBand I'd expect it to need a Bluetooth transmitter.
Great video! It's good to have a direct comparison between the three models at identical settings.
For the beginning, I guess I'll start with the Mini and eventually get the Go later.
Is it correct that a few settings in the app are locked behind in-app purchases? Is it just the Jimi Hendrix pack or also other packs?
Fantastic, well rounded review! Thanks for your thoroughness!!
Trying to make some decisions and this went a long was to help. I’ve been looking for a “grab-n-go” amp for practice while traveling that won’t get us kicked out of a motel AND eat up as much space as our luggage 😅
(Which I have one of those)
Also, thanks for being upfront about the micing. There’s only so much you can do. 🙂
You got a sub!
put your guitar strap through the Spark Amp Strap Loop and use a patch cord
Clever!! I like it 👍🏼
I’m a USPS mail carrier. My new truck has an aux input. That GO speaker sounds good enough…and I can use my truck as an amp. I can play during my lunch break!
Haha yes! This is awesome
FYI - Try the unlikely move of running a DS1, 2 or RAT through the 1st clean setting! You'll be surprised!!
I bought this. It arrived a day later. Awesome. Played for hours. The next day my input jack shorts out. Murphy's law man
Own a Mini, still just purchased a Go, it's good enough for me for the mobile or other light-weighted context.
I love how available equipment is becoming because i can afford my dream rig in only about 300 bucks
The middle one sounds the best by far. What is it? The mini?
Great review. Thanks. Spark mini or the Spark Go for me...still undecided but for sheer fun and portability I think it's going to be the Go.
Freaking awesome vid man, i just got one and i feel like it's gonna start to carry my channel from now on lol
Solid demo. Practical. Lots of solid modeling examples.
The 40 muddy sound, some reviewers had comented this, and it is true!! The mini and the go are the real winners here, the 40 should be remade to get the sound quality of its brothers!!!!
brillant bro exactly the comparison i was lookn for🤟😎🎸 cheers
a very good clear , nicely paced review - one of the best I've ever come across for any prodcut.
Glad it was helpful!
I just ordered the Go to play in hotel rooms during travels with my Donner Hush. Great review.
Have fun!
Had to grab one of these for the pre-order price
The mini is pretty small, but a little too big to have on your person while you walk around
I just got mine yesterday. This thing might be the best spent $100's I've ever spent on guitar gear. You can literally take this thing anywhere.
I ordered one a week ago.
Thank you for making this video. I am going to try to convince my mom to get me this for my birthday.😅😅😅😅
My question is around plugging in an acoustic vs an electric. Is the volume output on the Go going to be loud enough that I can hear the effects chain over the actual acoustic sound of my instrument? Or if plugging in an acoustic, really can’t go smaller than the mini?
I literally just used one of these inside a Coffee Shop 😂 my friend had introduced it me and I was sold on it hahaha shredding inside a coffee shop was fun lmfao lol great work Positive Grid and awesome Review dude 🔥🤘
Over the SM57, they all have very distinct sounds. Nice job on this video!
Have the Go on order. Sold my 40 last year. Going to try the Go through a board I have setup with a Blackstar Fly and extension (so 6 watts) that I run with pedals. Figure I will replace pedals with the Go. Will have stereo? I love experimenting. Edit: Best review so far btw. Thank you!
amazing intro! 👏 awesome video
Thanks so much!!
amazing review! you covered all topics, thanks so much
Glad it was helpful!
I bought all three, variety is the spice of life. Great reviews, thank you, you're an excellent player and speaker, I'd lop off both my boys to be able to play as well as you. 😮
Haha thanks mate :) enjoy it when it arrives!
Is the lithium battery replaceable? And I know you said it. But is there a significant difference in qualities of Higgs & lows with the Mini vs the go? Through you tube I could not appreciate the difference. Thanks for an awesome review.
hey, awesome video, man, gj!! but there is still one thing im here to ask! is there a big difference in loudness between the „mini“ and the „go?“ lets say one wants to make music in the streets or in a small group of people.. is the „go“ loud enough? i really want to buy myself the „go“ and im planning to jam on the streets and parcs in the summer and im worried, the „go“ could be too quiet! ty again for the video.
Hey Marvin. So yes there is a difference in volume. I tested in a 3x3m room. Playing music at full blast on both.
With the GO, standing 2m away - you would still be able to have a conversation with someone at a medium-loud level of speaking. But nothing that would strain your voice.
With the mini 2m away you’d have trouble hearing the other person and would have to raise your voice.
The passive radiator on the mini really does pump the bass a lot more than the GO.
All that said, the GO still has decent volume for its size. But it can’t defy physics!
@@GuitarZero2Hero ty for your response.. so, for busking, the GO would be too quiet you think? its really hard for me to make a decision, because the go is so damn comfortable, but the mini has the best sound (but than again, you have a mini-amp, not something, that fits in your pocket..)
@@marvinrosenkranz6057 just give it a try - at $109 it's not a big investment and you could always sell it for what you paid for it if it is inadequate.
This is the best Spark test video from all. Thx a lot!!!
Glad you liked it!
Thank you for that 4 track demo. Best I have seen as you played the same part, recorded the same way. How novel! (LOL) But nobody does it. I totally appreciated it. I own the Go. And love the idea of adding the Mini down the line; whereas I think the 40 sounds too bassy and distant. The Go and the Mini (on the other hand) sound the same, just that one is bigger in size & sound. And while the Mini might be portable, I can strap the Go to my guitar strap and walk around the house & back yard while playing a sound that I will be able to replicate (just a little bigger) with the Mini (when I get one).
You’re welcome! Yup pretty much my thoughts too. GO is great! Mini is definitely the best though and has a much better bass response and overall volume in person :)
I thought they make you pay for Hendrix tones, but the auto wah is in the Hendrix package. Some argue that it’s cheap, nope, it’s 15% of actual value. I regret I didn’t check closer before buying.
I’m torn between the mini and the go. Is the mini worth the extra amount of money?
Depends on how you’ll use it. The mini sounds a lot better and is much louder. The size of the Go is a massive appeal though if you want something small that can fit in any gig bag
Great video! Also, is there a chance that you could make a guitar tutorial for “wish you the best” by Lewis capaldi?
I like the Go for overdrive over the mini Its much smoother. The mini sounds like the Brady Bunch 60s stomp box or little big muff. Im getting the GO. If it isnt portable enough to fit in your case whats the use? No one really straps these on like a pig nose and walks around the park anymore. The GO is perfect to always have with your guitar bag or case.
I'm curious how they sound in room...and you addressed it, the 40 sounded off compared to the other 2. The Mini isn't very far off the 40 in price, but the Go is crazy cheap. I was looking at audio interfaces and this makes a lot more sense than picking up a used Scarlett. Am I going to regret the actual in-room sound vs the Mini? I was tempted by some of the Vox Tube practice amp offerings, no reason I'd have to stop with just one amp. Not sure how long the 40 has been out but of all the modeling practice amps I have yet to come across any Positive Grid amps on Marketplace, which probably says something
You have it miked up? what does it sound like on it's on?
Thank you so much! I just picked up the spark mini! Keep up the great work! Also does anyone know the songs at 11:45 and 13:04 by any chance?
The second one sounds like High & Dry by Radiohead
is there any way to compare the "Spark" amp and pedal names to the "Brand Name" amp and pedal names like Marshal or mesa boogie???
AWESOME VIDEO, CANT WAIT FOR MY SPARK GO TO ARRIVE !!!
Cheers, Kevin :)
Great review! Thank you.....wait... How many more Sparks should I get? Already own the 40 and mini
I wish it came in white like jts predecessors but i like the customization that is available with the speaker cover
I have 40, Mini and I m waiting Go bought in pre sale! Top
Great informative footage. What was the second song you played when you tested all 3 amps together?
I’m sure many other songs sound like this, but the clean chords he plays remind me of High and Dry by Radiohead.
Very informative video for this amp, best one I've seen yet. Just curious, what was the riff you started playing at timestamp 4:56? Thanks! 🤘
i love when this guy uploads
Thanks!
@@GuitarZero2Hero You should do a tutorial on how to play those eyes by new west
Thanks for the video. I don't play electric and I am wondering if I could use this as an amp for practising at home with a Takamine acoustic guitar (which with has a built-in pickup & pre-amp) and a looper pedal?
I have the Lekado as well it just works pretty well without any issue
Can anyone answer on whether the Mini and GO have improved on the following: I had a Spark 40 when they first came out, and there were a couple of things I really didn't like. First was the reverb- always WAY too much, I guess trying to make it sound big and impressive, but I'm a light reverb kind of guy. The other thing, which is why I sold it, was the terribly over-emphasized bass, which again, I'm guessing was an attempt to compensate for the amp's small size. And the Gain control would also increase the bass, which I though was ridiculous- the only way to get a decent sound was to keep the gain low and use the pedal models for dirt. Never seen any piece of gear designed to increase the bass response when you turn up the gain. Do the Mini and GO have these issues?
just got mt spark go today, what a great sound! very nice product overall, but right from the box annoying cracklings when in full volume mode and with a distortion preset... however, once i updated the firmware and activate the hi-z option, the crackling was gone (hi-z option did the same thing i did, basically limiting the volume a little bit).
What worries me is if the GO has any problem to be used with cable (specially normal “I” cables, not the “L” used in the video) caused by being so small and light. It seems like it’s not going to remain standing in its right position as soon as you move the cable a bit. Thanks!
Yup you're absolutely right, it's easy to knock over. I mainly use mine with a wireless unit so that's not an issue, but with a cable, for sure that's a downside.
It's perfect for sitting on a park bench and practicing, or low-key performing for passerbys. Doesn't make you look like you're seeking attention
We acoustic players need volume too. What are your thoughts on using the Spark Go with an acoustic guitar? Overkill?
Do I hear an Aussie accent? If so,.. I've noticed several guitar guys from Australia lately.
Very cool and says a lot for a strong music culture there!
Spark 40 sounds like you're in a box. Surprising the Spark Go has more depth of sound. Strange.
Currently,.. Pre-Orders @ $109 for this tiny little guy!
What does Positive Grid do with the music that I play and they gather? I guess I/we should be reading the user terms & conditions. I know Sony's Acid Music software states that any music recorded on their software is legally property of Sony
Very thorough, no nonsense review.
How does it sound on it's back? I read it's supposed to be played like that for more bass as a choice?
Great demo either way