Some tips: update firmware, delete default patches, go to Spark app settings as select your pickup type: low or high output (this will make the crackling noise go away). To get more vol on clean use a sustainer (or also an EQ as you mentioned).
I just got mine yesterday and it’s awesome. This is hands down the greatest gift you can get a guitar player under $$100. It’s on sale for holidays. Im thinking of getting my little brother one.
I run it into the effects loop return when using it with an amp. Also it works great into an IR loader - takes it to another level to shape the tones with different IRs.
Before I found out about this, I bought the Fender Mustang Micro to use with my Traveller guitar when travelling by plane. But I'm tempted to also get this since there is an external speaker if I don't want to use headphones and its much smaller than my Yamaha THR 10 that I use as desktop practice amp. We are in the age where we can bring our guitar and all our practice gear as a carry on.
I have both Spark Go and Mini. The Mini sounds better and the size is pretty small. I think I'll only bring the Go if I really need to travel light. Now I can alternate between either one. They're both good
Tuner works great. I still can't load my own backing tracks in yet as I have to use the phones playback for that. I updated the firmware to day as I only had it two days. Its fixed a lot of bugs am pleased to say.
Thank you for this very inspiring demonstration, which more than meets my expectations. Indeed, I didn't think it could be connected to a tube amp. However, I'll leave you with a thought. Isn't there a risk of damaging the Spark Go or the amp if you use an adapter for the 1/8" jack cable?
That's what I thought. I read the opposite on a forum dedicated to the Spark Go. However, it might be a good idea to change the device settings to mono for the headphone output if you're connecting it to an external mono tube amp.
If I used something like that to practice, I think I'd go for the version that's a bit bigger. Just for the speaker size other than that I'd say it's a nice practice amp.
I have a THR 10x for aux use of Go. Does mini make sense then? Current purpose in just have motivation to play at home/room due to portability and features. don't play live. Occasional with friends. Have aux speakers where i play with friends@@boechlerguitarsandrepair
What wireless system under $100 do you recommend to practice at home that would work well for electro-acoustic guitar, ukelele and electric guitar? Thanks
These are quite decent for the price JOYO 2.4GHz Wireless Guitar System 4 Channels Rechargeable Audio Wireless Transmitter Receiver for Guitar Bass Electric Instruments (JW-03) a.co/d/1VT1JE1
This amp keeps me practicing, but the tones are rough , I've got a few down that don't icepick .I'm pretty sure the tones sound better on the larger spark 40 . But you are very , very limited on effects and placement of the effects . Plugging into a stereo or an actual amp helps with the thin sound the go puts out . I keep telling myself it's tiny and very affordable. BD Bryan's patches are really good on this !
How do you use it as just a bluetooth speaker when i activate spotify through the app it plays through my Iphone not the speaker or any of jam along features for that matter. except for the guitar sound of course. if you go USB to a computer will DAWs see it like Protools and Logic Pro ?
I tried doing this by connecting the spark go to my fender blues deluxe. I’m getting a-lot of hissing. Using th noise gate app is useless. Too bad i wanted to use the possibility of having all diffrent pedals from the app but it does not sound good when you hook it up to you cab.
when rubber gets sticky its the vulcanisation of the rubber breaking down, not sure if it will ever happen to the spark Go, if it does use Isopropynol on a cloth and rub it down.
If i had the Go and the Spark 40 ¿Would I need an application installed in my tablet for each one of them? Or they share it. Then; ¿Only one of the Sparks can be turned on at a time? Thanks PS: I would ask you to make a video of how the Sparks can be used in a live gig environment with the app?.
They share the app, you would pick on the app which amp you want to connect to. The app would only be able to connect to one at a time, if you wanted to use both at the same time you would need two devices both with the app. I'll consider making a vid for that, thanks
@@louispatrone8824 yes it works with an acoustic, however the Spark Go isn't very loud so I'm not sure using it with an acoustic would increase your volume louder than the instrument already is. You could use it for the different tone options and for recording though. You could also go with the spark mini or spark 40 for louder options
When u use earphones u using with bluetooth? I see no cable. Dont you get a big delay when using with bluetooth? Or how Else are u using you earphones when u play???
Trying to use this thing is like trying to get my girlfriend to make a sandwich. "Gosh, I can't do everything!". I didn't ask you to do "everything". I asked you to do one thing: Make me a sandwich.
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Some tips: update firmware, delete default patches, go to Spark app settings as select your pickup type: low or high output (this will make the crackling noise go away). To get more vol on clean use a sustainer (or also an EQ as you mentioned).
Excellent video and exactly what I was looking for. Thank you so much for such a great video!
I just got mine yesterday and it’s awesome. This is hands down the greatest gift you can get a guitar player under $$100. It’s on sale for holidays. Im thinking of getting my little brother one.
Dang. It’s gone up in price. In May 2024 I paid $129 for it. 😢
I just paid 179$ for it😅
I run it into the effects loop return when using it with an amp. Also it works great into an IR loader - takes it to another level to shape the tones with different IRs.
Before I found out about this, I bought the Fender Mustang Micro to use with my Traveller guitar when travelling by plane. But I'm tempted to also get this since there is an external speaker if I don't want to use headphones and its much smaller than my Yamaha THR 10 that I use as desktop practice amp. We are in the age where we can bring our guitar and all our practice gear as a carry on.
I also have the Micro and use it with a small powered speaker for travel. The Go looks interesting. I wish there was an app for the Micro.
I have both Spark Go and Mini. The Mini sounds better and the size is pretty small. I think I'll only bring the Go if I really need to travel light. Now I can alternate between either one. They're both good
The fender sounds way better but I have & use both.
I finally got it… I made the mistake of not also buying a lead cable so gotta try and find one. I am SO EXCITED!!!
Best review l have seen. Well done 👍
Super thanks for the info I was wondering if I could hook up to my amp thanks a lot I am going to try
Cool I’ll try that again thank you !!
Tuner works great. I still can't load my own backing tracks in yet as I have to use the phones playback for that. I updated the firmware to day as I only had it two days. Its fixed a lot of bugs am pleased to say.
Thank you very much for your very interesting and I think complete demonstration. Daniel (France)
Thanks!
Good stuff!
Pretty funny about the part connecting to the amp. It always happens like that.
Thank you for this very inspiring demonstration, which more than meets my expectations. Indeed, I didn't think it could be connected to a tube amp. However, I'll leave you with a thought. Isn't there a risk of damaging the Spark Go or the amp if you use an adapter for the 1/8" jack cable?
It's just running a sound signal through the amps and the adapter so there should be absolutely no risk of anything being damaged.
That's what I thought. I read the opposite on a forum dedicated to the Spark Go. However, it might be a good idea to change the device settings to mono for the headphone output if you're connecting it to an external mono tube amp.
also need to plug into the return of the amps FX Loop
If I used something like that to practice, I think I'd go for the version that's a bit bigger. Just for the speaker size other than that I'd say it's a nice practice amp.
I like the size for the portability! I do own all three though, and I would say the 40 sounds the best. Just a little tougher to haul around
Is it worth spending £100/$100 more for the Mini?
@@chrishyde1216 it is quite a bit louder and has better sound, just depends on what you want to use it for
I have a THR 10x for aux use of Go. Does mini make sense then? Current purpose in just have motivation to play at home/room due to portability and features. don't play live. Occasional with friends. Have aux speakers where i play with friends@@boechlerguitarsandrepair
@@chrishyde1216if you don’t want the spark go for the portability, I can’t see any other reason to buy it at all.
Great video 👍. Looking forward to your video playing on a plane +1😂🎉. Subscribed.
You need a mono 1/4” ts adapter to go into the jack into your amp not a stereo one
Actually you dont there is a setting to make the output mono or stereo so you can use any chord
What wireless system under $100 do you recommend to practice at home that would work well for electro-acoustic guitar, ukelele and electric guitar? Thanks
These are quite decent for the price JOYO 2.4GHz Wireless Guitar System 4 Channels Rechargeable Audio Wireless Transmitter Receiver for Guitar Bass Electric Instruments (JW-03) a.co/d/1VT1JE1
something i want to know is...can you record what you're playing on your phone?
How does your guitar connect to the spark? Does a Bluetooth jack go into your guitar and transmit to the spark?
You just use a standard 1/4 guitar cable, or you can use a wireless guitar system
This amp keeps me practicing, but the tones are rough , I've got a few down that don't icepick .I'm pretty sure the tones sound better on the larger spark 40 . But you are very , very limited on effects and placement of the effects . Plugging into a stereo or an actual amp helps with the thin sound the go puts out . I keep telling myself it's tiny and very affordable. BD Bryan's patches are really good on this !
Invest in some good quality monitor headphones and the go will really shine.
How do you use it as just a bluetooth speaker when i activate spotify through the app it plays through my Iphone not the speaker or any of jam along features for that matter.
except for the guitar sound of course. if you go USB to a computer will DAWs see it like Protools and Logic Pro ?
You want to make sure you're paired to it through Bluetooth (through your phone not the app), recording software will recognize it as an interface
Can you use this at the end of your pedal board (and listen via headphones) if I want to use my own pedals and perhaps a looper?
Yes, you would just want to use a clean amp setting if you were using pedals
@@boechlerguitarsandrepair perfect! Thanks
I tried doing this by connecting the spark go to my fender blues deluxe. I’m getting a-lot of hissing. Using th noise gate app is useless. Too bad i wanted to use the possibility of having all diffrent pedals from the app but it does not sound good when you hook it up to you cab.
Maybe try a new cable? I have multiple videos where I hook up to my deluxe reverb with spark mini/40/go and I had no hissing or noise issues
Does it also transmit in Bluetooth, so could be used with wireless headphones?
It doesn't, you would need a Bluetooth transmitter. You would have to be careful what you use though, latency can be an issue
What about latency? Their early models had unbearable latency issues
One concern - I've had too many devices with rubberised covering which eventually after a few years start 'sweating' into a sticky goop.
Store it in a ziplock bag with one of those moisture absorbing little packs that are shipped with so many things these days.
It's not a rubberized covering It's a fitted boot thats removable and don't wear off like a coating.
when rubber gets sticky its the vulcanisation of the rubber breaking down, not sure if it will ever happen to the spark Go, if it does use Isopropynol on a cloth and rub it down.
These tiny things are all gonna be in a landfill 20 years from now no matter what you do....
@@robrobbins4906moisture isn’t the problem. It’s called reversion and it cannot be stopped. It’s a fact of life with rubber. Even butyl rubbers.
Can I use the go with my Martin acoustic electric
Yes you can
Good vid! Curious about which tab app you use? I used to have GuitarTapp, but the auto scroll went away:/
Ultimate guitar! I bought it when they had a lifetime fee but I think it's monthly now
If i had the Go and the Spark 40 ¿Would I need an application installed in my tablet for each one of them? Or they share it.
Then; ¿Only one of the Sparks can be turned on at a time?
Thanks
PS: I would ask you to make a video of how the Sparks can be used in a live gig environment with the app?.
They share the app, you would pick on the app which amp you want to connect to. The app would only be able to connect to one at a time, if you wanted to use both at the same time you would need two devices both with the app. I'll consider making a vid for that, thanks
@@boechlerguitarsandrepair Thanks, man! In the mean While Ill be seeing and learning from your Great videos 😎🎸🎶
What about using it with E-Bass?
It's doable but you will probably need headphones. The bass sound is pretty disappointing through the speakers
Can you play it while plugged into a charger, or does charging only happens offline?
Yes, go can play while its plugged in and charging
@@boechlerguitarsandrepairThank you
Would you recommend using an Acorn Guitar with this Amp?
I'm not familiar with Acorn guitars!
Sorry I meant an Acoustic guitar
@@louispatrone8824 yes it works with an acoustic, however the Spark Go isn't very loud so I'm not sure using it with an acoustic would increase your volume louder than the instrument already is. You could use it for the different tone options and for recording though. You could also go with the spark mini or spark 40 for louder options
Thanks appreciate the advise
When u use earphones u using with bluetooth? I see no cable. Dont you get a big delay when using with bluetooth? Or how Else are u using you earphones when u play???
Headphones are connected via cable. So there is no delay. Bluetooth is for the app and for streaming music to the Spark Go.
how do you play music through
your amp?
Through Bluetooth, or it has an aux in
It always happens that way. You say something works and when you show someone it doesn’t. SMH.
I had the same issue. At first it wouldn't sync up, but now it syncs no problem. Good Review.
@@daniellarson3068 it is. I have one coming to me. It’s nice to have an unsponsored review. I know what I’m truly getting.
Are all these features on the app for free ?
Yes!
"mostly" for practice?
do an occasional gig with it?
The volume ring is brass dude!
Ah ok! Thanks
Nope. It’s actually plastic.
Plug it into your amps Effects Return!
"Reset" or restart???
I restarted my phone, not reset 😅
Can you output this amp to a speaker cabinet
No you can't
@@boechlerguitarsandrepair THANKS
Yes you can. I’ve outputted into the fx loop of my amp from the headphone Jack on the spark go
@@jhate666 you can plug into an amp yes, but not a speaker cabinet, a cab would require power
@@jhate666 THANKS
Technically not the correct cord to connect to your amp, but close enough.
Which cord is the correct one?
Play input, Bluetooth, audio from phone as well as input quarter-inch guitar….at the same time…. Thinking Yousician practices.
Came for the tips but stayed for Frosty the snowman.
8 hr battery
Can u recharge it?
@@TheRomantika23no, once you run out of battery, you have to buy another
but does it have a cabel?
Trying to use this thing is like trying to get my girlfriend to make a sandwich.
"Gosh, I can't do everything!".
I didn't ask you to do "everything". I asked you to do one thing: Make me a sandwich.