The amp also manages Bluetooth Audio connectivity, which enables you to use the unit as a speaker for playing music from a connected device. On the Spark, the amps and FX are transported via Bluetooth LTE. Out of the box, there are 33 on-board amp models that can be replicated and a total of 43 effects that can be deployed courtesy of Positive Grid’s amazing BIAS modelling software – which made its name as a platform for digital music production. Just as importantly, for a practice amp, it sounds great at lower volumes as well. The sound is massive: it can get super-loud and, although the Spark Amp isn’t designed for gigging, is mighty enough to get you through any open mic night in the noisiest bars. Inside sit a pair of 4-inch custom-designed speakers, and the frequency range spans from 20-20,000Hz. Suitable for open mic nights and practiceĪside from the headline-making connected features, this is essentially a 40W Class-D stereo practice amp.The ensemble is topped off with a removable leather strap. On the rear, there’s a USB (cable included) for connecting to computer-based recording software, as well as an AUX-out, power-out and Bluetooth connectivity indicator. Like any good practice amp, there’s a headphone jack (3.5mm) along with a row of backlit buttons for accessing the tuner or presets. There’s a ‘music volume’ knob for controlling the output of connected audio, which you’ll need to ensure balances with your guitar sound when playing along to a track. These are all adjustable manually, too, meaning you don’t always need the app to play around and create great sounds. It’s an attractive little beast.Ĭontrols are on top and include style channels (Acoustic, Hi-Gain, Metal, Bass and so on) along with the EQ and effects you’d expect from a standard guitar amp: Gain, Bass, Mid, Treble, Master, Modulation, Delay, Reverb and Output. The black and brown speaker grille cloth has a decidedly retro feel, taking up the majority of the front of the speaker, while the rest of the amp is coated in black vinyl with gold piping. It’s 7.4 x 13.7 x 7in (HWD) and weighs just 11.4lbs. For context, it’s a little bigger than your average toaster. When the amp showed up, I was surprised by how demure it is.
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