The Spark 2 is Finally Here! - How Does it Compare to the Original?

[@apidyahex9213]

Captain plays like a legend these days!! his phrasing is just epic now!

[@charvlim5159]

Ibanez > PRS ✌️😁

[@cooperarbogast4018]

Ngl, I miss the days when he would solo the exact same phrase for every showcase until Rob, Pete, and Bea were able to make him - quite literally - think outside of the box.

[@Grrrr20242]

Totally agree, He’s got a lovely feel, I’d buy an album by him.😀

[@ichibandude]

He's improving.

[@jasonbanks8700]

He's come a long way in his playing if you go back to the old video with Chappers. He's sounding great

[@IgorMuller]

Through the years i've been watching this channel, mr Lee greatly progresses as a guitar player and a musician both. Моё почтение.

[@ConditionZero76]

Mr. Lee played in a band for years. It's been a while, but this isn't his first rodeo with guitar 😊

[@LogicalQ]

Have one wrapped as a Christmas present for my kid… so tempting to unwrap it myself and get him another one.

[@rmca11]

The self restraint is strong with this one

[@user-pm7pw1tl3t]

The logic doesn't make much sense why unwrap just buy the other and unwrap needed xD

[@southernpanda33]

Or, and this is a wild idea, just buy yourself one. Or 10. Can never have too much gear.

[@rmca11]

@@southernpanda33 stop it you're gonna make me buy another piece of gear

[@joemonroe1106]

Do it.

[@maddog7012]

Man, Lee's playing is just soo smooth..

[@ferdinandbeck9719]

Plays all the notes you're expecting

[@maddog7012]

@@ferdinandbeck9719 Playing all the notes I want to hear

[@orphanuprising]

He's not technical, but man. You can tell he's focused on that buttery smooth technique.

[@maddog7012]

@@orphanuprising you don't need to be a literary professor to write poetry...

[@ferdinandbeck9719]

@@maddog7012 exactly

[@karl-wilhelmschreitz8549]

wow!! did not expect an amp with so many options, sounds and possibilities for around 300 would ever exist in my lifetime..

[@Crosshatch1212]

Yeagh I know I’m bying one very soon .

[@layol692k7]

That opening Jam was great loved it

[@Heroesworkshop]

Captain gave me goosebumps with his playing in the intro. Well done. Pete always kills it but Lee is just getting it... WOW.

[@Nigel-ie6gy]

After playing the guitar for 57 years I bought the spark live from you . Amazing product , sound and performance. I play in a duo with a keyboard ( normally weddings in a church setting) spark live has made our job easier and more rewarding for the audience

[@Milehousestudios]

Such good products. I can't imagine not having some sort of Spark around the place. Every sound on demand for practice.

[@Tee-mq2zn]

Another great demo Lee and Pete! I've got the Spark 2 and it's one of the best bits of gear I've bought in the last 30 years, very flexible and really inspiring. While the Tone Cloud has an incredible amount of dirty/distorted/metal patches there's relatively few good quality clean patches so can I suggest you make your own and upload them as you suggest at 15:26 especially as Pete really knows a good clean tone when he hears it? If you do, give them an easily identifiable Lee/Pete/Andertons name as there are literally thousands with the same name, eg, 'Lead Guitar', 'Rhythm Guitar' etc with no idea of how good they are? Cheers chaps!

[@Jointlock]

Made a planned detour to Guildford as a pigrimedge. I am from NYC and have a fair share of big box places, but this store is slick. it's beautifully lit, sleek and clean! I said to my wife that if we lived near it we would go broke quickly. The other big thing I noticed was how how much high dollar gear they have. The was a whole pavilion of Bad Cat and Victory amps that could make you droll. And the staff is really nice and helpful. I took home a T-shirt and left a big thank you for Lee & Pete, but they were filming so I didn't see you in person. I hope the clerk gave you my message.

[@Friendly-Unit]

Victory amps is basically a home brand that is new. Hard to believe you are drooling over them or class those as high end.

[@Jointlock]

@@Friendly-Unit Sorry you missed my point.

[@kingstumble]

@@Friendly-Unit So how would you define high end?

[@Friendly-Unit]

@@Jointlock no you drool over victory amps. I just dont understand the why

[@Friendly-Unit]

@kingstumble mate that is a stupid question in the guitar world and just because victory amps are expensive does not make them high end. They do not have the reputation of other brands, that is just a fact.

[@windsweptguitars]

I’ve had both. It’s better than the original, better connectivity. Better sound. Haven’t had any issues with the new one.

[@bartolop1]

Same for me. The original already was great for home practising and this one is even better. Better sound, better connectivity and the looper which is fun to use although not my stuff tbh. I wasn't sure when I upgraded but overall pleased with this new piece of gear.

[@Idontlikethisever]

That’s good to hear I have my second that has issues. Speaker sound like they flap when strong dark notes are played.

[@kaiying74]

Wow. That is the ultimate at-home practice amp, for silly reasonable money. I'm bookmarking one of them for my desk at home.

[@pjpucci]

I just purchased the Spark 2 and the new pedal. I got a great deal from Postive Grid. It has not arrived yet but this Video gives me a jump,Thanks

[@tommyboy4128]

Fantastic video men 👍🏻 great insight on the latest version and getting one today! Thanks for putting in the time to put this together 👊🏻

[@GonzaloMelo1990]

Lee is getting better and better!

[@kathima6459]

My spark 2 just arrived in the mail today and my new PRS! guitar is almost acclimated to my house! 2 hours to go and I will be playing with my spark 2. Thank you guys for helping guide my decision😊

[@tosehoed123]

😂

[@rayjohnsonQ]

Ooops... was I supposed to wait for it to become acclimated to my home😱

[@JonnyDee123]

This is astonishing. I started playing guitar in 1972. In the days when leaning solos required slowing down a 33rpm vinyl LP to 16rpm this tech would have seemed to have been beamed in from the 25th century. It's absolutely crazy good and the Spark 2 looks almost perfect for home studio use. For the money it's extraordinary. I shall be having a word with good old Santa.

[@robertbaker3174]

I didn't touch a guitar until I was about 16 or so. I recently bought an Alverez electric acoustic after having my first one for 45 years. I have never played electric thru anything but a Fender Blues Jr. and a Vox Tone Lab SE. Do you think this would be a good purchase? One young lady guitar player recommended this. What do you think? Thanks. 😊

[@nixxusss]

@@robertbaker3174 from a user of both the previous spark and the new spark 2, this amp is incredible for the price. The software comes with so many useful tools to make getting any sound that you want so easy. There is a multitude of different amps packaged into the app, as well as pedals and all sorts of effects. The ability to search up any sound you want and be able to choose from dozens to hundreds of accurate tones is so remarkable. It is hard to explain how truly convenient and nifty it is. A real dream come true for any level of experience when it comes to electric guitar playing. It is a very very fun toy to play and incredibly functional as a amp and handy tool. Makes it so easy to pick up a guitar and just get to playing your favorite stuff!

[@LP96.]

Tough to compare, you're getting A LOT of cool tones from this, one of which will sound like valve setups. The 40watt has too much bass even at "0", if that'sfixed on the new 50w then I'd say it's a great piece of tech that gets you cool sounds rather easily. Tweaking the amp/pedal settings is fun but finicky@robertbaker3174

[@UnklePecos]

I'm a Yankee in Chicago. I have ancestry from Manchester. My favorite you tube channel for all things gear is Anderton's. Maybe it's in my DNA but I can relate to you guys more than any other you tube gear page. Great honest reviews, you're just not selling gear. You're giving honest opinions. Thanks😊

[@konkola3295]

Hello fellow Chicagoan! Hope you’re enjoying the gloomy weather today :D

[@TraumaddicT]

Massive question, is your Manchester ancestors City or United

[@mrakk]

I would pay to see a compilation of all of Pete's explicit comments 😂

[@chadmangham473]

I agree Pete! Add some tones to the backing tracks so we can play as smooth as you!

[@jeandeschapelles7185]

Thank you guys❤ I'll get one of those👍

[@Rieju300]

You two are terrific together - always entertaining whilst informative.

[@rubenpapa100]

ordered yesterday (from Andertons) and I cannot wait for this to arrive.

[@RomainG6409]

Have the Spark Mini, the Spark Go, the Yamaha THR 30ii w (still the best for clean sounds) the Boss dual cube (really not good to say the least) ... Didn't want the Spark 1 because of the muddy sounds on most youtube demos ... i was missing the effects loop on the portable amps because I often play with a looper, when the Spark 2 went out, I listened to all YT demos and found the sounds no longer muddy and it has two loopers ... I bought it ... And it is now my number one amp replacing even my regular sized amps (modulation and valves) .. That spark 2 is a beast and the app is just killing the market on AI integrated features on amps and it is also an audio card at the same time! ... I can't wait for new pedals/amps/IRs upgrades , that amp is the future of the amps' business as much as the Mooer GTRs Pro 800 & 900 are the future of the guitars' business ... We have finally now switched into the XXIst century ... At last !

[@kevinthompson4229]

Do you like the Spark more than the THR?

[@RomainG6409]

@@kevinthompson4229 I can't compare both, the THR on clean sounds remains the best to me , but the versatility, the number of smart features (not only the AI) such as the access to different jam modes, the user cloud, the backtracks access, the two loopers (even if quite simple), the stereo line out, and the great improvement on the quality of the sounds make that amp a really fantastic "practice amp" and home studio amp. I am really expecting now the competitors, including Yamaha, to react... Hotone is not far ...

[@pearseyboy89]

Hi, do you mind if I ask how you find your Spark Mini compares to the Spark 2 sound wise? I'm considering selling the mini and get the 2 with the battery pack. Is it worth it?

[@kevinjones4513]

I totally enjoy watching your reviews and demos. You guys are GREAT!

[@8CountAudio]

The most fun-to-watch guitar retail channel on YT!

[@looney3574]

I always enjoy your videos!!! Very fun and informative! Thanks

[@johna.daquino8678]

I have both. I thought the 2 sounded much fuller than the original. Thanks for all the explanations of the 2's capabilities. Agreed, Lee's playing is quite impressive.

[@kenyonfennell5003]

I must say Lee that your playing has really improved. Very musical.

[@layol692k7]

This and a east coast guitar would be a great place to start. This spark 2 seems to me a very worthy upgrade.

[@davidfellows334]

I’ve upgraded from spark one to spark live,,, and waiting for ulooper to turn up now,, sounds great so far,, 🎸🎶🙏

[@7712025]

Looks like it is still sounds like it is placed behind the heavy curtain… tried first version, event replaced the speakers but finally sold it… stays happily with THR II…

[@tonray9395]

Exactly..I don't hear any improvement over ver 1

[@charlesnorris9506]

I'm torn between THR10II and this, it's going to be my gf's first amp. Can't afford thr30, what do you think?

[@AFriskyPigeon]

​@@tonray9395 He said, presumably, listening to a recording of the amp through his PC's speakers...

[@thomasdgreen]

Just got my Spark 2. Absolurely love it.

[@bobgamble8204]

Spark sounds, that ibanez sounded smashing, the PRS sounded pish. So impressed with Spark stuff these days, they maybe are releasing a bit too frequently but do enjoy them

[@chrisle77]

Any idea what model the Ibanez is?

[@nnj248]

Driver sensitivity and matching may play into this as well. I'm blown away by this little amp though.

[@KamilxxG]

Thanks for video! This channel is incredible, I discovered recently but for sure I will see all of your videos! In two days I will get my Spark 2 and it would be wonderful if there would be some Andertons presets :)

[@nnj248]

FYI - 40 watts is 94% as loud as 50 watts, although having 25% more power. I just bought the Spark 2 and love it, ridiculous set of features for the price. Thanks for the comparison video!

[@andersjuuldk]

Yes Sir Lee.. Du er blevet super god på den spade. Du har virkligt fundet en fed måde at spille på… Kæmpe Respekt 🎸 Mr. Honoré can translate to English 😊😊😊

[@GummerNH]

I have both. The reverbs in v1 already sounded like they were coming from somewhere else, very 3d. I think I especially prefer the tweed sounds on the 1st one, but so far can’t tell the difference on other models aside from what I suspect is needing speaker break-in. That said, as someone willing/happy to gig with this in the right situation the line out (which, annoyingly kills the speaker) and much better footswitch is worth the upgrade. Still unsure if I will hold on the the gen. 1. It’s pretty easy to make space for a good sounding amp/BT speaker… especially so small. Biggest unsolved mystery is getting the looper settings to save between sessions… it always defaults back to click; I want to keep it free.

[@c.h.fieldsports9876]

Bought mine on the early bird thing on the day ( more minute ) of release , arrived early September, it’s awesome, I love the thing , still not used all the functions but I’ll get around to it, great bit of kit , especially for an old newbie like me, I’ve got the spark go too which is brilliant, which is why I went for the spark 2 as an upgrade, I can’t recommend it enough 👍👍🤠

[@Falconryder]

How does is sound as a bluetooth speaker to just listen to music?

[@c.h.fieldsports9876]

@ the backing tracks I use sound great through it , until I start playing 😂

[@furzikurzi6243]

The intro is so genius!

[@grahamnunn8998]

I love my Spark and just got the Xsonic looper. Such a great system for teaching with the Bluetooth speaker. Very tempted to get the new one too and keep the old ones for my student to play through. They can then stream things from their phones too.

[@adamkrauss303]

The Spark 1 has way more top end and the 2 has a more smooth rounded quality. Obviously, both have extensive paths to tone shaping. Great demo and banter. And I loved Lee’s first reactions to the AI tones and the generated chord charts, etc. I had the same reaction. Although, as Lee said, I’m pretty certain that the chord charting will not pick up more complex chords.

[@allengoyne]

at 4:48 when the sound effect came up it scared the piss out of me, wearing headphones I startled, looking all around for who was here...true story

[@NunzioSandra]

I get my Spark 2 tuesday, excited

[@lucashungaro]

Another great product overview by AI Lee & AI Pete.

[@HighLifeWorkout]

I have a spark 1 (and mini). I definitely buying this

[@rodmorgan7041]

I have the Spark 40, it's great but there are a few things I wish it had that the new one has is rechargeable battery and the labels for all of the function knobs actually on top, and visible. I've put a piece of tape on top of mine with all functions written on it, it helps a lot. But AI would be interesting. Great work fellas ☺

[@daicullinan9970]

I have the spark 40 too..I added my own battery and I bought one of the purpose made labels that stick to the top for seeing the knob markings easier, I'll probably stick with the 40 for a while yet.

[@AFriskyPigeon]

The AI works on the Spark 40 mate, it's all just app features. The tonal differences are minor and of course the Spark 40 lacks a few physical features, but everything they demonstrate on the app is exactly the same for Spark 40 and Spark 50.

[@Scoots_McGee]

AI Smart Jam works on the 40. I actually find it was better on the 40 than the 2, I spend way too long trying to get the AI drummer and bass to play nice with what I'm playing compared to the Spark 40 for whatever reason. The AI tone search is kind of redundant for the same reason, the tonecloud search bar does the same thing but better. I've already commented this on this video but being able to rename your favorite drum loops on the Looper would be an absolute game changer, for some reason it always shuffles the drum loops, even within your favorited ones, so you spend way too long trying to get the right loop for what you're trying to play

[@kauko8124]

Thank you for video! What in the 90's you couldnt get with big money you can now have with an inexpensive PRACTISE amp...

[@cmiri198]

Great demonstration. Here in Michigan just bought one after selling my regulr Spark. This one is way better! My son in law is from Cambridge and next time he visits his Mum my wife and I want to visit him. Your store will be my first stop! Need a tee shirt!

[@embiggens1]

I don't have a relatively new understanding of amplifiers and pedals, but I still gravitate to my Spark. It's just so damn easy. The point is to play, and this is excellent at promoting that.

[@Scoots_McGee]

Jeff Loomis Arch Enemy tone is pretty bang on, been rockin it since i bouggt the 40 2 years ago

[@Neadlemeyer]

Awesome video! Cheers!

[@SeanHolifield37]

Gents Zach’s “Momma I’m Coming Home” is his tone when he plays with Ozzy

[@Scoots_McGee]

Zakk Wyldes uploaded tones are pretty bang on

[@huxhuxley8404]

Also, just got my Spark 2 last week. Love it!!!

[@mikeward2922]

Doesn't hurt that Pete is playing a PRS NF 53. Nice demo of that too.

[@kiwee4577]

I'm definitely going to buy this. It took too long for Yamaha to release a new THR with a looper feature, I ain't wait any longer for that

[@david_farmer]

I have a Spark 1 and don't really use it a TON, but I still do like having it. For me the major selling points of the 2 is the line outs and the battery. I might just have to pick one up!

[@volvot5boy]

I’ve got the first Spark and I love ie but would definitely upgrade to the 2 just for the looper 👍

[@joek81981]

My rug in my livingroom looks kinda like yours, but different colors. Well you can order a custom grille, and mine matches the rug in the room where it lives. Its beautiful. I can enjoy it when its not even on.

[@belo1971]

The best practice amp…for years now ! 👍👍

[@mattswain552]

The 2 definitely sounded better to my ears, though it would be interesting to hear the "in the room" difference. Love the new additions and improvements, even the visual ones...very nice.

[@mikedavidson9578]

Jesus Lee with the creamy tone! His very well polished technique is so easy on the ears!

[@jimmyceeker]

Does the Yamaha thr30ii beat the spark 2 in terms of sound quality and worth it for the higher price?

[@rmp5s]

Sounds pretty good! The real epic part is the looper and drums and stuff though. I'll grab one sooner or later, I'm sure. 🤣

[@jasonbanks8700]

Also if you have a Spark 40 and have it registered on the Positive Grid site, you can "upgrade" to the 2 for a discounted price but don't need to send the 40 in to cash in on that. You could sell the 40 and get some of the money back that you spent buying the 2 even at a discounted price.

[@brianshickey]

I think it’s a no-brainer to go for the Spark 2. First, it’s not that much more expensive than the original. The tones sound phenomenal, then add the extra features, (especially the looper and AI search abilities) and you have an incredibly progressive amp with endless possibilities. If that’s a bit much for you, the Spark 1 is still on the PG website at a lower price. What a fantastic company that oozes confidence. The Spark 2 has set the bar and is the amp to beat, period. Great video guys.

[@Scoots_McGee]

I was able to snag one on pre-order for $220 CAD. Absolute steal, and much improved over the 40 for the sound. The 40 had a firmware update to dial out the bass more just before they started doing pre-orders for the 2

[@listenu]

Love watching your intros

[@AndreasKingMedia]

I feel like with amps like these you guys should be just using a 'room' mic a meter or two in front of it instead of setting it up as you would a traditional guitar amp. That way you can give a much more accurate sound to what people buying the amp are going to get. No one is going to close mic these to record into a daw or anything like that

[@endah08]

Makes sense but then you’re getting loads of room sound which is different in every room. Good to have both I think.

[@progrob27]

That Ibanez looks rather classy!

[@joemonroe1106]

It's actually a PRS.

[@myguitartab1]

Uhm no

[@Scoots_McGee]

The blue finish is chef kiss

[@chrisle77]

What model is the Ibanez?

[@fretboardchronicles]

I don’t understand the reason behind muting the speaker while using the line out option.

[@paulsnape2241]

I have had the original spark for 3 years, and I am a bedroom player. I play along to songs on youtube. I only need 1 tone, so I've no need to change to spark 2.

[@NickMunroe]

I have both and the spark2 sounded much fuller snd less bassy. I sold my spark40.

[@optimus3305]

I love my spark 40 and have every intention on getting a 50, it’s made for me, the home player, even with 30 years playing.

[@Falconryder]

Would this double well as a living room bluetooth speaker to play music and watch shows? Would it sound good used that way?

[@PMUP2016]

I owned the first Spark and hated the sound and eventually sold it. My Yamaha THRII is my main practice amp which sounds far better. I do still have the mini Spark. My issues with the Spark is the sound quality was poor and NO Spring Reverb! New Spark 2 has some nice added features but not sure it fixed the two main issues I mentioned.

[@cmiri198]

My favorite youtub guitar channel.

[@reddottx]

Though you can do it in other ways, the AI feature is cool because you can figure out what pedals it takes to sound like whoever you’re trying to sound like all in one place. Such a great practice tool.

[@GeekCreek73]

Peter is the Hero

[@dannyheath8876]

Pete step your game up ! Lee is catching up 😂

[@GuitarQuackery]

This thing should really have come with its own, built-in, wireless receiver and a transmitter. In the world of wireless communication that is the new standard that everyone expects. What a disappointment they didn't think of this obvious needed upgrade, while stuffing the unit with a ton of new options that most people will never need.

[@Bastion71]

I have a Spark 40 and a Spark GO (and some "real" tube amps that are just really heavy and loud, that seldom get used anymore). I'm considering picking up the Spark 2 and handing down the Spark 40 to my son who is beginning to get into playing guitar.

[@giosamigos]

6:06 I'm like "did he just say that??"🤣

[@kajetanrabiega6030]

At first look it’s much better than Nux Mighty Space bc of the lower price and the looks… but it turns out that all the extra accessories are sold separately, which is not the case with the Nux where you get all the goodies included with the purchase. And the prices of individual accessories for the Spark are hefty. If you buy the footswitch, the battery and the transmitter/receiver you’re much over the budget of the Nux. So this begs the question: which is better? I’d love to see a comparison video on these two and maybe other competitors 😃

[@simongummer4515]

Nux mighty space is better especially with the IRs feature

[@danyaeger6238]

The drive tones on the 2 are fizzier. The cleans are quite nice. Both the 1 and 2 really struggle with the edge of breakup and lower gain drive sounds, though.

[@a3xloser]

looking forward to the Spark Edge review

[@pablohill4048]

I don’t understand what does double processing power mean?

[@Thelma-q3v]

They need a spark 3 with 8 inch speakers .good video

[@PatatoKeftes]

Live in L.A. John Mayer's rythm guitarist did play through a Matchless honestly. Apart from the intro and solo to "Slow dancing in a burning room" the majority of the melody comes from that Matchless. SO maybe the Spark is on to something there...

[@graemegourley7616]

I bought myself one of these and I enjoy it. But I do find that a lot of the higher gain stuff sounds a bit phoney... And if you use it as a Bluetooth speaker, it is just massively bassy.

[@davidcarter4583]

Thanks for the video guys. I bought one the other week and love it. Bit disappointed that the speakers mute when you use the line out. I was hoping this wouldn’t be the case. Any idea if there is a way around that?? Thanks again

[@outermarker5801]

I've yet to hear a sparkly clean tone from any demo of this amp. And I wonder if it's because this is also a bass amp, which has beefier driver requirements than a guitar. I once stuck a tweeter into a bass combo to get more brightness for slapping. It sounds like that would help this thing for guitar cleans 😂

[@onlyguitars]

Spr is really cool. Love the Mini. I would upgrade only when is it possible to load IR's. Thats the feature I'm looking for. But the Looper is cool!

[@mikeward2922]

Is it too loud for a normal bedroom? Will the speakers move the sound at low volume?

[@G1Paul-d4q]

Hello , im thinking on buying this , i was woundring do i have to have high volume for it to sound good , is it the same on low volumes ? For example what the volume while you playing in the video ?

[@BryanMiranda96]

I tried one for a few days to see if I'd like it as a cheap alternative to the THR30II I use at work for practice and it felt like they added a lot and spent a lot of time and money adding AI features, but the sound still isn't there, it doesn't sound any better than the original did, just louder and with more features,none of which makes it sound better just make it a bigger software package

[@michaelforde4373]

The thr30ii is a super sounding amp

[@terryn3906]

Valid point, but not sure it's a fair comparison, given the THR is so much more expensive. They're in different price brackets entirely.

[@rupe82]

The THR amps sound amazing but they're overpriced imo. The THR30II is £429 new and has less power, smaller speakers and lacks a lot of effects compared to the Spark.

[@BryanMiranda96]

@@rupe82 I'll take quality over quantity anyday. 150 amps doesn't mean anything if they all sound mid at best compared to 15 different great sounding amps. Same with effects, what's hundreds of effects good for if they are all mediocre compared to 3-4 solid implementations. And the speakers, the the may have smaller speakers, but they sound more full than the extremely bass heavy sound of the sparks modeling and speaker array that is a constant negative in every review of it

[@rupe82]

@@BryanMiranda96 They've fixed the bass problem with the Spark 2 as mentioned in the video.

[@zz-.-]

Wish it had the custom grill option. That was so cool when positive grid used to offer that, bring it back please!

[@undercrackers56]

Can anyone please answer. Having created a Smart Jam, is it possible to edit the chords? For example, what if I played the verse but then wanted to edit the chorus chords to change the backing?

[@australiaray]

my spark 2 died on day 3 ,, it will not power on .,. tested power supply , good