Holding down the Bluetooth pairing button also activates a tuner. Round the back you’ll also find 3.5mm jacks for headphones and an aux-in, while a USB-C port does double duty as both the charging port and the means to use the Mini as a recording interface (as well as a means of updating the firmware). There’s no tone stack or gain control here, simply controls for guitar volume, music volume and a rotary switch to select one of the four signal chain presets that can be stored on the hardware at any one time. There’s simply no room on the condensed control panel to fit the 17 knobs, buttons and switches that adorned the original, but even so the Mini’s three knobs feel a touch ascetic. Obviously this opens up a wealth of al-fresco playing possibilities, and you’re helped on your way thanks to the addition of a reversible faux suede/faux leather carry handle to make the Mini a literal grab and go affair.īeing a third smaller than the 40-watt Spark does come with some unavoidable compromises on the control front, however. The differences don’t end there we mentioned portability being a key aspect of the Spark Mini’s proposition, and so rejoice in being freed from the tyranny of plug socket thanks to a 3,000mA rechargeable battery that promises up to eight hours playtime at low to moderate volumes. Physics dictates that some changes from its larger sibling are inevitable, and so instead of a pair of four-inch full-range speakers and 40 watts of power, here we get 10 watts of Class D power pumping through two two-inch drivers and a passive radiator on the bottom (a very important addition, more on that later). The Spark Mini is roughly one third the length and a smidge shorter and deeper than its 40-watt sibling, making it roughly the size of a small studio monitor or a smart speaker like the Sonos One or Echo Studio. We promise.ĭC 5V, 2A.Image: Adam Gasson What are the differences between the Spark Mini and the Spark?įirst up, some vital statistics for you. Electric, Acoustic, or Bass.Ĭan a portable guitar amp this tiny really handle bass? Absolutely! Full, meaty lows and pristine highs make electric guitars bite, acoustics sing and basses rumble. Our Smart Out lets you choose between headphone or line out for versatile listening. Simply connect to your computer to record using any DAW software or platform. Make Spark MINI part of your own compact recording studio. Share to your favorite social app with great sound and picture. Use Spark MINI’s ingenious video capture to record yourself performing within the Spark app. Easy, intuitive controls make practicing easy. Whatever song you want to learn, Spark MINI’s smart app automatically displays its guitar chords in real time as you play. And with rechargeable battery power, you can listen or play all day without missing a beat. A full on guitar amp in a weight class of its own, Spark MINI is the perfect portable travel amp that fits anywhere. Turn any space into your own personal gig space. Precision-engineered acoustics deliver incredible clarity and depth, defying all expectations for a speaker this small. Full, detailed tone in a portable guitar ampĭon’t let its size fool you. It’s an unmatched, take anywhere full spectrum audio sweet spot. Sit back and listen or pick up your guitar and play along. Stream your favorite music from your computer or mobile device. From simple and laid back to complex and driving, Spark will jam with you on the fly. Spark's machine learning technology automatically builds inspiring bass and drum backing tracks based on your playing style. With multi-dimensional high-quality sound, all-new Smart Jam, video creation, and Bluetooth® audio streaming, it’s the biggest smallest rig ever. Take your tone anywhere! Small is the New PowerfulĪ mind-blowing portable powerhouse, Spark MINI delivers innovative smart guitar playing to go. You've never heard a small amp sound like this.īattery-powered portable practice amp and Bluetooth® speaker with smart app integration and big, beautiful multi-dimensional sound.
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