Getting Started with the Spark App

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  • @badmotorfinger70
    @badmotorfinger70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    These vids are great...should be required viewing for all Spark owners. Dude has a great delivery and the info is easy to understand. The vids really help me get a handle on everything the app and amp are capable of.

    • @positivegrid
      @positivegrid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thanks, we're glad you're liking them!

    • @popshemi1
      @popshemi1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@positivegrid h

    • @popshemi1
      @popshemi1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the info and I bought one 3 plus years ago could NOT Ever get my OR ANY GUITAR to play through the UNIT (EvERY THING ELSE WORKS Great !! )……….Maybe THIS Time ALL WILL WORK OUT FOR ME AND MY SPARK/APP AND AMP UNIT BOTH at the SAME TIME! !(WISH US ALL WELL ! ! )………THANK YOU ALL……..

    • @jonathanarcher7127
      @jonathanarcher7127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@positivegrid quick question I'm really enjoying the spark 40 amp but I'm wanting to use a straight up acoustic guitar do I need a cable or does the amp pick up the sound some other way to process it??

    • @SailTheOcean
      @SailTheOcean ปีที่แล้ว

      you need help

  • @nealparsons4686
    @nealparsons4686 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just got the Spark - been playing for 25 years and this has reignited the fun. This dude is great and helped me get oriented to the settings.

  • @tonypistilli7111
    @tonypistilli7111 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This was the first tutorial of the Spark that answered the question I had about whether some of the features were subscription based or cost extra. Thanks!

  • @Motters74
    @Motters74 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve had a spark 40 for a while now, and recently got the Mini for making practice more mobile. Watching this has made me realise how much I’m underusing the app, lots more for me to explore and he explains it very well without all the noise you get on other explanation videos. Cheers

  • @jbrondos
    @jbrondos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is my first video on your channel. It is precise and well-organized, covering the details without a lot of blah-blah. I will watch it numerous times and check the others out as well. I also really appreciated your brief description of what each "pedal" does. Great explanation for a newbie like myself. Thank you!

  • @corkyandteresalight8258
    @corkyandteresalight8258 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm an old person that was brought up listening to everything from the late 50's. I like all types of music but rock n roll and prog rock are my favorite. I bought the spark a year ago and have fun with it but haven't mastered all the features. The presenter of this video has shown in a very understandable format how to unlock all the features on the spark. Thank you.

  • @BeowulfGaming
    @BeowulfGaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    nice vid, this guy is so cool and relaxing to listen to and speaks very well and straight to the point, you should keep him around to do a series of videos on features as well as playing and exploring tones.

    • @Alsonean
      @Alsonean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That cool guy is GuitarZero2Hero. He makes awesome content on youtube and teaches learning guitar

    • @BeowulfGaming
      @BeowulfGaming 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Alsonean i was just wondering if he has a youtube channel of some sort and what a waste if he wasnt some teacher or content creator and here you go with a confirmation, nice! immediately subbed to him, i need to broaden my youtube guitarists knowledge lol i know just the very mainstream ones, thanks

    • @Alsonean
      @Alsonean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BeowulfGaming My pleasure, wish you good luck

    • @My-Channel_forever
      @My-Channel_forever 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BeowulfGaming, Guitar Zero to Hero and Guitar Zero to Hero Express.

  • @manuelgonzales6483
    @manuelgonzales6483 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I'm STUNNED 😳. I just got my Spark Go today. Can't wait to get home and start jamming 😃

  • @justnik8727
    @justnik8727 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best instructional video EVER!!! I just received mine yesterday. The white looks amazing.

  • @BillyGoatGruff57
    @BillyGoatGruff57 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Waiting for my Cole Clark guitar and Spark Mini to be delivered and this tutorial makes me want to run out into the street and wait for the delivery van to arrive.
    Great work and wonderfully explained thanks Dave.

  • @nalilord
    @nalilord ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the guide. I was playing around an hour with the App, and could not figure out how to add / change an effect or amp. Now I know the double tap is neeeded

  • @ronmcstravick1638
    @ronmcstravick1638 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I sold a guy a Strat style all maple neck that he needed for a build he’s doing. He just happened to mention that he JUST had a Positive Grid Spark amp that he played through, like he was slumming it or something lol. I’d never heard of the amp, so quickly Googled it, and checked out some of the videos on the thing, including this one. I was COMPLETELY blown away by what I was hearing, and seeing! I couldn’t believe the sounds and features on this amazing amp! I’d say within an hour, probably less, I had ordered myself the new, Pearl version, as with the discounts offered by Amazon, everything evenened out. It didn’t cost any extra than if I’d bought the black version! Well, I’ve been tearing my hair out, waiting for it to arrive, which will be between Monday and Friday of next week. In the meantime, I’ve been watching every video I can find on the amp, and just keep getting more and more impressed/excited about the thing! Can’t wait until it arrives lol!!

    • @positivegrid
      @positivegrid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's almost there! Have a blast when it arrives. Welcome to the club Ron!

  • @rusgeorg
    @rusgeorg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Really first class and sensible explanation his teaching videos are equally as good

    • @positivegrid
      @positivegrid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dave is really awesome. Great guy too.

  • @davexgrant
    @davexgrant 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks Dave - you have an awesome teaching technique. This 75 Yr old is still learning. I've just acquired a Spark amp and will watch your other tutorials + your other youtube guitar channels..

  • @minerva6
    @minerva6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just came here to work out how to change pedals, but stayed for the informative full tutorial 😊

  • @leemartin2978
    @leemartin2978 ปีที่แล้ว

    literally just bought one of these a couple of days ago, and your videos have been extremely helpful in getting me started having just watched the first couple. Nicely done and inspiring

  • @KennyBulla
    @KennyBulla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Much appreciated both on content and presentation. Although other videos referenced cover the topic, I'd like to see Dave Tran cover those topics. His teaching style is superb.

  • @kirkwilliams4942
    @kirkwilliams4942 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got my Spark 40, loving it as a beginner player.

  • @fmh357
    @fmh357 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. I've been away from guitar for a while and I think this will be one of my first purchases.

  • @oldwulf6629
    @oldwulf6629 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a brilliant video. Just bought the Spark Go as I work away a lot and wanted something I can travel with… very impressed with it so far 🤘🏼🥳

  • @JohnRouse-l8u
    @JohnRouse-l8u หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow, fantastic walk through. Thanks so much. Getting my Spark go for Christmas. Can't wait.

  • @DohertyChristopherGlanvill
    @DohertyChristopherGlanvill 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic video, thank you! I've just got one for my electric violin. Can't stop smiling, it's gonna be fun!

  • @blessedbaruch
    @blessedbaruch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great vids, i found your explanations to be super thorough and clear, was incredibly helpful...it's so rare to find vids with every detail covered in such a clear and thorough way, super grateful for this thanks!

  • @Doggieman1111
    @Doggieman1111 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    These Sparks are truly amazing, wish I'd had one growing up!

  • @1267cando
    @1267cando 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job. Mine just arrived today. Super impressed with the flexibility of this little amp.

  • @firemanjerry
    @firemanjerry ปีที่แล้ว

    Just got the Mini, boy do I need these vids! Keep them coming please and Thank You!👍🤘

  • @graemehoughton2458
    @graemehoughton2458 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Dave. This is the advice I've been looking for since I got my Spark Go a couple of months ago! You teach it well.

  • @kons.2745
    @kons.2745 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this! I’m horrible with electronics and you have made this so much easier. I just subscribed and I’m looking forward to seeing all your videos.

  • @tommyd688
    @tommyd688 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful vid Dave. Your delivery of the info is excellent which is such a big deal on YT. You did a great job and as a new Spark Go user the information you shared is very useful for me.. Thanks much.

  • @raserex
    @raserex ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for these videos! Well done! I'll be referencing them often until I learn my way around.

  • @FlowerdyPilllow
    @FlowerdyPilllow ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man! Great intro to the Spark. Just got the Go and finding my way, your tutorial has helped me a lot!! New sub right here! Cheers!

  • @remoteseer62
    @remoteseer62 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This was a big help. I wasn't seeing but 4 amps and none of the optional effects devices. Was missing compression, flanger and didn't want effects that were in my line like vibrato and wah.

  • @joserosario378
    @joserosario378 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video. Thanks for taking the time to educate me on how to use my new Spark. Can wait to start practicing and getting better at playing my electric guitar 🎸

  • @marcsilver6126
    @marcsilver6126 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for these updated videos. Much smoother experience. Getting better ALL the time@

  • @TarasSlipets
    @TarasSlipets ปีที่แล้ว

    Huge thanks for such a concise and detailed introduction!

  • @kmilessmg
    @kmilessmg 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Best Spark 2 video - awesome, well done!!!

  • @tonybraines7172
    @tonybraines7172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just fantastic. Thanks so much for your time and effort. This has made all the difference to me. Tony

  • @quaddc
    @quaddc ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information presented in an easy to follow format. Thank you!

  • @LAndre2874
    @LAndre2874 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your videos are great you are very concise with your explanations on how to use the spark amp and what each feature does and how to use it. How do I get my Spotify playlist added to my spark 2? It is only showing me the option for Apple music it does not give me an option to play Spotify. I could use some of your vast knowledge of this.

  • @Staestc
    @Staestc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really an awesome video! Very well done. Your video is the first I have found that actually goes through the software capabilities step by step. Tons of videos on the amp itself, but you did a wonderful job on just the software. I subscribed and am looking forward to all your other content! Well done.

  • @mauriceb9996
    @mauriceb9996 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome overview. Amazing use of software!

  • @johncran52549
    @johncran52549 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid! Just what I was looking for. Step by step simple explanations of the features. Looking forward to seeing more.

  • @WebbChannel1
    @WebbChannel1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vids man!! Its like you're right there helping me set up and use my Spark. I really appreciate your info, and enjoy learning. THANKS!!

  • @MartinCube42
    @MartinCube42 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very helpful video & easy to follow. I learnt quite a lot from it & it will certainly help me get more from my Spark Go device.

  • @richardyoung5405
    @richardyoung5405 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for an excellent presentation of the features of the Spark amp.

  • @decdel77
    @decdel77 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Greetings from Liverpool. Many thanks for doing this excellent video. I’m looking forward to using the amp to its full potential. Clear and concise, much appreciated

  • @kennethborrett8074
    @kennethborrett8074 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great info do you have a setting for the sound of Hank Marvin?

  • @strawman3059
    @strawman3059 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never new you could change pedals by double tapping thank you!

  • @randomals
    @randomals 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for posting this clearly communicated tutorial. This is a great walk-through and have me some reference points, adding to my anticipation, while I wait for my Spark Mini.

  • @markIburgess
    @markIburgess ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Just got my Spark Go. I live in a flat and dont want to annoy the neighbours, hence the small amp. Good delivery without all the techno babble.

  • @WindyBe
    @WindyBe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had my Spark 40 and Mini for almost a year now and I'm wondering how to get the new ODS 50 update. I've updated my firmware to the latest 1.7.4 and I update the iOS app on my phone but i still don't see the new amps or pedals. Out of all the videos you guys do on the Spark it would be great if someone just showed how to actually update the thing. Thanks

  • @hollyjust1367
    @hollyjust1367 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant, I now understand my spark amp ....you rock !!!

  • @khuandfriends2903
    @khuandfriends2903 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    i've just got my spark 40 and found this very nice tuto !! thank you !!

  • @alexshevchenko7568
    @alexshevchenko7568 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Positive Grid. Thank you for the review. The amp and the app are both great and I'm enjoying them both very much. Could you please reveal some more information on how to create a SPARK account, Sign Up, Log In and so on.

  • @Airedale721
    @Airedale721 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dave thank you for your excellent presentation; very concise and well done.
    Can you tell me if I’ll be able to plug my Hohner Harp Blaster HB52 microphone into it to play my harp?

  • @mattfoster5304
    @mattfoster5304 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video and very well presented. Top marks!

  • @DAVEILIFF
    @DAVEILIFF 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice job with these tutorials young man!

  • @darkraven178
    @darkraven178 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you I finally picked up a spark today very glad i found you! Subd

  • @mikeslawinski812
    @mikeslawinski812 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks! Outstanding tutorial.

  • @brettpereira4406
    @brettpereira4406 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video, just received mine today! So excite

  • @nhwildbill
    @nhwildbill 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanx so much for this video, it really helped me out learning how to use my new Spark Mini & especially the App. Clear concise instructions and examples, I especially loved watching his reaction while going thru the various FX pedals - yeah, not a real flanger/phaser fan either. Looking forward to checking out the other videos.

  • @kevincleary5953
    @kevincleary5953 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing Clarity Thanks!

  • @MDogg1960
    @MDogg1960 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Dave, great vids. Is there a way to change the capo position from what is given when I'm using apple music and auto chords?

  • @arturocolorado6009
    @arturocolorado6009 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi. I’ve been seeing some reviews about the Spark Go. I like the way you explained things, very calm and relaxed. I’m aware the Spark Go app used TH-cam search engines. For the record, I’m from Mexico and I’m still wondering… Do you know if you can find any songs, including the Latin genres like Bolero, Son Cubano, and Cumbia? Thanks, cheers!

  • @Aichauer
    @Aichauer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i got my Spark Mini four days ago, its graet! I play it with a Start and an e-ukulele, makes so much fun! But how can i arrange my favorite sounds in the app?🤔 Can i create own categories?

  • @guacanememoya2045
    @guacanememoya2045 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi there! One deal breaker question: When using the app's video recording function, does it record the full processed guitar audio with jam tracks? Or just the internal phone mic?

  • @starfighter2952
    @starfighter2952 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you have the app open. Does the spark play what's on the app phone/ipad or does it have to be downloaded to one of devices pre-sets?

  • @therevolution91
    @therevolution91 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do I need the Spark amp for the app?!
    Would be the best if you simply could use the whole amp in an app. (without the actual amp)

  • @onzkicg
    @onzkicg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi thanks very detailed demo. I’m thinking of using this instead of my heavy pedalboard if I am just playing 3 songs on stage. Is it possible to use only the line output and not the main speaker? Like plugging it directly to mixer. We have IEM setup so I don’t need to hear the speaker.

  • @annieo.4779
    @annieo.4779 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you add internal pedals to the Spark? Like and Octaver? Distortion? If not, can they be added externally and still be effective?

    • @positivegrid
      @positivegrid  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You can add pedals before the input if you'd like!

  • @RKTPROD22
    @RKTPROD22 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is the app available for Mac 🖥

  • @66biker95
    @66biker95 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On a variety of subjects, I always tell people to do their homework before they jump into something head first... Then I go and ignore my own advice and based on a couple of videos in which amps were compared to Spark sounds, I thought "Oh yeah, that's the sound I want" and bought a Spark 40 without doing any research on it at all. After I placed the order and paid for it, and received the email saying it had shipped, by which time it is usually too late to cancel an order, I read the return policy which is less than impressive.
    Then I read some reviews on it, and while the amp fared fairly well with most people, some people have opinions of Positive Grid that are also less than impressive. I didn't consider that I don't have a cell phone, or whether my PC would run the software, or if cheapo Amazon Fire 7 would if it wont run on the PC.
    But lately, my luck has been amazing. I won $700 at my local casino. I managed to get by for two years without a Flu shot or a Covid shot, then when I finally got them I got them at the same time, which my Pharmacist said I should not have done because that increases the chances of a bad reaction, but I didn't have any problems at all. _So I have my fingers crossed that my luck will hold out just a little longer..._

  • @ubetcherass
    @ubetcherass 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any chance they could add customizable categories (beyond Pop, Blues, etc.) so that I could save presets for songs and not have to scroll through a list? (Or at least, is there a way to rearrange preset orders within a category?)

  • @DuMdUmReTaRd57
    @DuMdUmReTaRd57 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally agree, very well done my friend!

  • @rogerwaters6852
    @rogerwaters6852 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is very cool. How many of these features work on bass?

  • @asansone57
    @asansone57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    excellent presentation...

  • @robfrasier9412
    @robfrasier9412 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review!!! Thanks!😊

  • @anthonyryan8528
    @anthonyryan8528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the introduction of the spark and the information, 🙂🙂🙂👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @positivegrid
      @positivegrid  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anytime!

    • @anthonyryan8528
      @anthonyryan8528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi I'm just waiting on my spark amp, it's it possible that I can turn up the volume on my laptop if its not touchscreen laptop , thank you 😊

  • @joeanderson3423
    @joeanderson3423 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding video. Thank you.

  • @dietmarschuller3963
    @dietmarschuller3963 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    04:57 - You should use a much cleaner sound when you explain the different types of modulation. The modulation is very difficult to hear with your high gain sound.

  • @neurocosm
    @neurocosm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is this direct pluggable into a recorder or DAW to record?

  • @gorimus
    @gorimus 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Positive Grid, thanks for the video. Just wondering if there is a possibility to add a functionality in the app in the future like a set list (by song or patch groups) with virtual buttons to change patches (e.g., like in Boss Katana Librarian app)? I envisage that the phone can be put on a mic stand with a clip-on stand at an appropriate height to change patches. This will be a very useful feature in a small live gig situation (with a lineout to PA), without having to buy a footswitch that allows only four presets.

  • @soultoolcustomizedguitars5058
    @soultoolcustomizedguitars5058 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, thanks for your overview. Just a simple but vital question; does it have anykind of lagging while jammin along? For example "Rocksmith" is unplayable to me because of lagging. I can't stand not even a nano second of lag - it's absolutely horrifying to me. I need total tightness

  • @cidcreative
    @cidcreative 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! What if I search songs that are played using alternate tunings? Will the images show the tuning, as well?

  • @saustin98
    @saustin98 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done! Exactly what I wanted to know. 🙂

  • @johnkozlowski6993
    @johnkozlowski6993 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the awesome instructional video that is easy to understand. Will you be releasing a video that speaks to the differences between the Spark and the Spark Mini when it comes to the App? Thanks again!

  • @v3rlon
    @v3rlon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    one thing I have noticed is that, with a phone and an iPad, sometimes you bluetooth audio spontaneously connects to the wrong device. I prefer the iPad, but the phone is more convenient when traveling. So just check both if there are connection issues.

  • @toddascher7259
    @toddascher7259 ปีที่แล้ว

    But how do you see all the equipment (all noise gates, all compressors, etc.) when creating a new tone. Is there tone that contains all the options for each piece of equipment?

    • @toddascher7259
      @toddascher7259 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nevermind. Looks like selecting the "Hey Jimi Solo" setting (Jimi Hendrix Experience add-in) will show all currently available equipment, so that will be my selection if I want to create a tone completely from scratch.

  • @TABL3SIX
    @TABL3SIX ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the Spark mini/app have a pitch shifter pedal effect?

  • @carlwhite4400
    @carlwhite4400 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, really helped a lot. Keep them coming

  • @asmerovski
    @asmerovski 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So is the signal chain fixed? Can I have phaser and flanger in the same chain?

  • @rabindradahal7418
    @rabindradahal7418 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Sir! I am from Kathmandu Nepal and I want to buy Spark 40. Please let me know about the buying / ordering process from Nepal 🇳🇵☺️. Thanks. I am optimistic that I will get reply.

  • @user-gb5mb1rv7f
    @user-gb5mb1rv7f 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to group the presets for my different bands together. Is there any way to change the order of the presets in the Spark app? I have tried to find some way to do it but no one seems to know how. This would be a great feature for your next app update.

  • @b.j.thomas3264
    @b.j.thomas3264 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't want to run my amp from a phone app (screen size for a major reason), but I wonder if I may have to give in and get a Spark anyway. Do you think they will ever come up with a Windows program?

  • @LuisMorales-xr1gm
    @LuisMorales-xr1gm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently got the Pearl Spark. I haven't tried the App yet but I notice that when I plug straight into the amp and not using the App, the electric distorted tones are very bassy ,very little high end even with the eq's treble all the way up and bass all the way down. I'm guessing that can all be fixed using the app?

  • @jgutii_
    @jgutii_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I see an orange cab below the amp head in the software, is that changeable and does it change tone?

  • @remoteseer62
    @remoteseer62 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Figured out how to get to the descriptions screen he's talking about. It doesn't show below the video, its below the Title. It doesn't say description. You have to click the word MORE to find it.

  • @beababaloogal4102
    @beababaloogal4102 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I got the spark go but i can only connect to the spark audio not the spark itself

  • @WCWMidnight
    @WCWMidnight 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    in the section where you went into saving tones, i downloaded the metallica one and saved it, vut i dont have a "hardware" option ...where is it? i only have from "all" to acoustic".

  • @Okkah40
    @Okkah40 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello, can you tell me what kind of tablet you use?