My Review of the CoolMusic BP60D

[@eazyrider6122]

I have the BP-80 100watt amp and its a beauty mate. Ive had it for approx 3 - 4 months now and it does everything i need for accoustic guitar singing. Its capabilities are above and beyond my current needs so plenty of room at add extra. Even for someone wanting just a portable PA for their phone playlsists etc is great value or for mum to call the kids back home for dinner.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

thanks for your comments. They are good little speakers.

[@sergeizaslavsky]

What is the difference between BP60D and 80 besides twin speakers?

[@sergeizaslavsky]

I am trying to decide between 60D and 80.. Your suggestion?

[@eazyrider6122]

@@sergeizaslavsky If i was you i would go the BP60D. It has 4 instrument inputs and 2 mic imputs It has 2× 8" Woofers and 2× 2" tweeters. Only 2 Band EQ It has 120watts of power. The BP80 only has 1 8" woofer and 1 tweeter it has only 2 instrument inputs and 2 mic imputs.. But does have a 3 band EQ so you can have contol of your mids The BP80 is good but the BP60D is better but that does come at a cost also of and extra $100. Saying that the BP80 will get you started and is a good stepping stone till you really know what you want. Who knows what will be avaliable then?. Compared to other big name brand amps in the same class you can't go wrong with either of these. The BP80 comes in Orange and the BP60D is black. I guess Orange is alot easier to see running down the road but it also marks easily. If you outgrow the amp speaker you get you can keep it as a hack or sell it to go towards your upgrade. I would love to play through both of them side by side. Either way its way better then paying even half that money for a 100+ watt dedicated Bluetooth speaker that you cant even plug and intrument or mic into. Currently im seeing the BP80 on Ebay for $279 Australia And the BP60D for $399. Then both have the instrument insurance of around $40 so we are looking at $120 diffrence really. Other then all that both have all the same extras ie bluetooth, Di outputs, USB, 3.5mm headphone and phone and Media player jacks. So you can hook your phone up your PC, Your media player and play long with what ever you want.they also have another feature that alows you to live feed your music to your favorite platform without any background noise. Like a professional recording studio. Just connect the internatl recording line and the phone and livestream away.. ive not uses this feature but its there. If you want more low end and not fussed about mid range tweeking and you can afford the extra $120 get the BP60D it will be a bit larger in cabnet size and also heavier as well so also consider that. If your after something light you can carry around town abit more ie busking?. You will get decent quality sound just not quite so much low end they both have 8" woofers so im not sure if it really makes a diffrence doubling up may only effect volume not frequency level?. Both have advertisement as 15 ply cabnets WARNING THIS IS NOT TRUE. They are made of partical board and that cardboard like material. Ive opened mine up nd done some videos. But i add there is nothing about lithium battery replacement so im keen to open one up and see whats going on in the cab?, Also to find the impedance of the speakers etc. The battery is most likely a generic type that can probably be purchased online via an electronics dealer I'd imagine. If not something very similar. I cant imagine a replacement being too expensive. Not much more then a regular battery power tool battery. Anyway with all that good luck with whatever you decide.

[@sergeizaslavsky]

@@eazyrider6122 thank you very much!

[@DaveZiffer]

An amazingly important question that neither Coolmusic nor any of the reviewers I've seen is: What do I do when the battery dies (i.e. can no longer be charged)? Older portable amps used standard sealed-lead-acid batteries (SLAs) that have been sold for decades and will probably be sold for decades to come. SLAs die after three years whether you use them or not. My old Crate Taxi amp, for example, makes replacement easy: unscrew a few screws, disconnect the standard battery connectors, take the old battery out, put the new one in, reconnect the connectors, screw the cabinet back together. My questions for Coolmusic, which are not answered in their manuals, are: 1) What specific batteries you use in your amps (exact models)? 2) Is the amp built in such a way that I can easily replace them? 3) Where I can buy replacement batteries? 4) What are the prospects for these batteries still being sold many years or even decades from now?

[@MSpotatoes]

I saw somewhere (don't ask I don't remember) that the battery in the bp40d can last 10 years, with 4 recharges a month. I've played 4 gigs without a recharge so that may give you an idea. Good questions though.

[@dovandai5547]

The same question to me

[@LonePigsyAndCub]

This is a great question. I've been busking with my Bp-40d for a year and a half and find it sounds great with a Stratocaster. I play four times a week for around three hours. So far, it still holds it's charge, but I know it won't forever. I've already had to replace the charger. Probably not a bad idead to have a spare!

[@francolucchesi204]

Thank you for your review. You inspired me to purchase this Amp for my son's accordion. It's an Excelsior hand made piece from the 1980's that's been retrofitted with condenser mics on both sides. He has a tube amp but is is 120v AC. He is playing an outdoor gig this Sunday and he needs a battery powered amp because there is no current in the area and he will be roving, standard for (younger) accordion players who can haul this full sized 120 bass monster around and I too may have to frequently change locations as the crowd shifts. Party hosts always ask him to use a microphone for their events and I liked how you demonstrated the effectiveness of how a voice sounds. He is wireless via a UHF transmitter. Thanks you for pointing out that he can use a USB port so that I can play music from my iphone during his (much needed) breaks. He is 22 yo now and has been playing since he was 6, and has been gigging since he was 11. Most accordionists won't use a solid state amp but I couldn't find a rechargeable tube amp. If you want to see him play, there are lots of older videos of him on KZbin: "Lorenzo Lucchesi accordion". Cheers!

[@keokiheller4351]

Came for the speaker review, stayed for the Doc-Drumming! Nice Nate! 😁

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@johnf6545]

This was exactly what I was looking for, powered speaker with dual XLR inputs and reverb/tone control. Unfortunately it no longer seems to be available on amazon, just the bp40 and bp80 are and neither are dual XLR input.

[@NeraNotes]

This was amazingly helpful. I got hired for gigs and I want to amp up my playing. Thank you!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Where are you located? Maybe i can use your violin services for recording :)

[@eazyrider6122]

Other top brands need dispoable batteries this one has its own rechargable. It holds up as good as anything double its price. Its got the solid metal grill, i can't getthe bluetooth function to work on mine. So i plug my media player or phone in. I only tried a few times pairing and couldn't get it so i gave up.

[@lifeisbeautiful3898]

I see people use mostly acoustic guitars with this. Do you think it's possible to hookup effects pedals and electric guitar to this? I know I can use the usual electric guitar amp. I'm just curious if this can handle that as well. Good video and info. 😁👍

[@TheSingingDoctor325]

Sure - plug your guitar to your effects pedal and the run a 1/4" cable from the output of your pedal into the guitar input in the amp.

[@lifeisbeautiful3898]

@@TheSingingDoctor325 cool thank you for your reply. I'm thinking of buying one of these. 😁

[@kentGrey]

Thanks!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Thanks!!!

[@JoshuaDb_The_Witness]

I actually use it for harmonica, both on the street, and I have used it as a harmonica monitor on stage. It's cheap, the battery seems to last, and sonically it fine. For this price, you can't expect much.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Yeah it works good for all kinds of situations

[@arkturuslanding2532]

Hey thanks for the roundup review! Do you know if it can let you change the delay time or is it just fixed?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I think there is a tap tempo

[@duhwolf]

Any chance you know how these models hold up against the Roland Cube Street? I have an EX (50w) and am looking for something similar.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I have not used this outside of my studio but they are made very well and should hold up just fine.

[@babakalki216]

Yep a very helpful review. Would have liked to have heard more bass control. Can you find a Bass Boost switch on it that is mentioned in product specifications? Its obviously got enough treble. Love the versatility of the amps orientation ie : On a speaker stand, Fold back/forward speaker, Upright and behind maybe on a milk crate. Is two Eq treble and bass control knobs per channel really enough?? Sounds like its authentic clear EQ would make it a Excellent Keyboard amp.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I haven't gotten that far with it but I will dive deeper in other videos.

[@eazyrider6122]

The powered speaker cabs are advertised as 15 ply construction, That is a complete lie. They are made of partical board and MDF which is cardboard type material.

[@lifeisbeautiful3898]

Can you link two of these Coolmusic Bp60d together? And use them like a pa system?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

That should be possible.

[@neurocosm]

I am trying to understand CoolMusic's naming implementation. I like the BP80, which seems to be a 100watt model. But I am curious to know other than that, what are the fundamental differences. This was a great video and making me think about my purchase of the aforementioned alternative.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yeah I am not sure. I haven't studied all the different models. They sound pretty good and built very well.

[@neurocosm]

@@DoctorMcFarlandStudios thanks. That helps that you feel that way because I'm looking for something of a PA with multiple inputs.

[@jeffrey.a.hanson]

Lol a riddle to never be solved. Gretsch usually takes the cake with Wild numbering systems…but, CoolMusic has it easy with speakers. BP28-100 would tell us 2x8 rated at 100 total watts. Then use letters for variations. It ain’t rocket science.

[@sergeizaslavsky]

@@jeffrey.a.hanson yes, but what about the weight? While traveling without a car the difference might be very important

[@pamgilchristpro]

Great review. No XLR input? Can you XLR to 1/4" for a mic? Looking for a mic + keyboard set-up. Found one of these used for $100. Any idea how much it weighs to cart around for gigs? Thanks!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Yeah you would need an adapter for a mic. Other than that it can work great for gigs.

[@arkturuslanding2532]

It has two XLR inputs. The mic inputs are the combo jacks. And it's pretty light I think it's like 13 lb

[@phoenixkmn]

Thanks for the review. Since you also reviewed BP40, which one do you recommend for practice at (very) low volume, BP40, BP60 or the mini? Do they sound similar at low volumes?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

The Mini is excellent for the size and price

[@alaind.g3539]

Et avec un piano numérique? Le son est il bon?? Merci

[@n2real]

Hey Doctor, I have the same amp and I recently damaged my record out plug and was wondering if it's poissible to replace that piece of the system. I would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Sorry I don't know what much about repairing the units. I will reach out to the company.

[@Atxsmokinace420]

How long does the battery last if you’re playing at about a 6 on volume ? The fender go amp last 4-5 at max volume (that they advertise).

[@TheSingingDoctor325]

I have the BP40D and the battery loses only 25% after 3 hr at full volume.

[@Atxsmokinace420]

@@TheSingingDoctor325 I went with the 100 watt cool music rechargeable . Lasts me 2 full days

[@DNYS8N]

Are there any Busking PAs with built in ability to record songs one assign to tracks.”? (So something for outdoor spontaneous songwriting, and to use with an electric guitar not acoustic/electric.)

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Not that I am aware of

[@markcline700]

I want to use this as a monitor for guitar synth, input to the line in. Can anyone confirm or deny as to whether a stereo input to the line in maintains stereo to the left and right speakers? This is the perfect size and power for my use, but if it sums everything to mono, I'm not interested. Thanks!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I would check the manual. I am not sure.

[@mattp.8136]

how do you think this would hold up to amplify a bass for busking ?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I use this for drums and bass during my music lessons and it sounds great. It will project pretty far.

[@barakados]

Di out has to be balanced, if not is not DI, it's just and output.

[@guillermoarcila5987]

En colombia donde lo puedo conseguir gracias

[@larrydichson4546]

Do you think you can , or have you tried to run an electric guitar amp thru the speakers, you know use as a monitor While playing the guitar thru the guitar amp. I mean if you can run pedals thru it why not a another amp, and do vocals. What's your thoughts on this since you have one? Thanks.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I have used it with a guitar modeler like a Headrush or Fractal and it works fine.

[@MorganaRavenheart]

How does this sound as a portable bluetooth speaker for music?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

not bad overall. Not the same as Bose or JBL.

[@Doowopsid]

How do you connect it via Bluetooth to an iPhone? Thanks

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

@@Doowopsid like any other Bluetooth device. Hold the Bluetooth button to turn it on and select it on your phone or tablet.

[@Doowopsid]

@@DoctorMcFarlandStudios thank you so much for your quick reply!

[@Guitarin90seconds]

Nice box… great video!

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@EugenBaritone]

What is best? Roland street cube ex or this? Is the difference is very big (sound)?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Haven't tried a Street Cube in a while. I am not sure how they compare. Can't go wrong with Roland products though.

[@brotherwind5015]

Can you explain the phone record feature with some detail. Thank you.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Sorry I haven't gotten that. I would have to read the manual.

[@Gramrye]

Any good for solo acoustic pub gigs

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yeah I would say so.

[@edwardmakabling418]

Hello dude. Can you recommend this for electric guitar music which mainly plays rock music

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I would use a modeler in front of it as the speaker will only give you a clean sound.

[@carlosdelfa2572]

Hola,que tal se porta con una pedalera? Gracias

[@StrayDog54321]

so was hoping you would tell how long it holds its charge

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I would say around 4-6 hours.

[@alexmusic2387]

Have Bluetooth and can you pair two of these?

[@osbourneburnett184]

Can I connect an audio interface for recording to this Amp?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

You can't record anything to the amp. You could use it to monitor the outputs of your interface.

[@seanfajardo7301]

Is it good to bass guitar??

[@fkfkfkffkfkfkr7]

Yo boss, is that fine to busking outside with this model (BP 40D)?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yeah it would work great

[@RaspaFilms]

U can do it with electric guitar with distortion please?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I can run a modeler through it for sure. Just an electric with a distortion pedal probably would sound that great but I may be wrong. The inputs on this amp are for mics and line inputs and doesn't have a "guitar preamp" type sound.

[@ChromaticHarp]

It has a tweeter, would sound like ass with distortion

[@ChromaticHarp]

The reverb is too dark. I thought this amp could be good for harmonica busking type gigs…not so sure now.

[@IanSeg]

and electric guitars can be also used here right?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yes but I would have an amp sim pedal otherwise your will just have a clean DI guitar

[@IanSeg]

@@DoctorMcFarlandStudios what is an amp sim pedal. can’t afford to buy amp for el.guitar :(

[@pakitopang3147]

hi can this take electric guitar overdrive/distortion?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yeah sure

[@cameroncook3863]

Seems like a great little P.A for the money

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yeah it works great

[@romyignacio8550]

Does it automatically shut the battery mode when use it on electric?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

I think so.....not sure though.

[@drawlr55]

Is it for acoustic instruments only?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

You can use it for Bass, keyboards and electric

[@stevenbolinger5176]

Can you power a pedal/pedalboard with this unit?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

maybe a very basic one that doesn't require a lot of Miliamps

[@martymuse5891]

Does it have distortion for electric guitar

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

No it does not. Its meant to take line level signals. An acoustic guitar would sound fine.

[@diastony30]

Can i connect an electric guitar instead of acoustic?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yes but it wont be the same as a guitar amp.

[@ChrisJohnsonChannel]

And it looks like it’s cheaper than the boss street xl

[@stratslinger3921]

Can you use with electric guitar?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

yes but I would use a preamp pedal to get the right tone.

[@reydelagarza2953]

Is Bluetooth wireless or need an adapter?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Its wireless

[@EagleUkes]

Could you use 3 mics on this?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

It only has two mic inputs but you could technically use up to 2 additional mics if you use 1/4" adapters.

[@EagleUkes]

@@DoctorMcFarlandStudios that's fantastic as I'd like to use 3 mics and 2 instruments so it sounds like it could handle it.

[@albertocarlosboschrosquete3524]

Perfect

[@thijs199]

ah! A nice product. AAAAAAAND I can't get it to europe lol

[@jeffrey.a.hanson]

CoolMusic had the opportunity to create their own style and instead copied the entire Roland/Boss aesthetic without a significant discount.

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

its the way of many Chinese companies.

[@lyledouglas8324]

What effects does it have No drums looping, crunch, etc etc?

[@DoctorMcFarlandStudios]

Its just a clean preamp with chorus and reverb fx.

[@lyledouglas8324]

Thx. Guess I'll try and find a Joyo BSK 80 amp. My friend brought one back from Europe. It's a complete amp , with all the bells and whitles and sounds really good. Keep up the work on your reviews, Thanks Lyle.@@DoctorMcFarlandStudios

[@IanSeg]

@@lyledouglas8324 or you can just ready your effects on your phone and connect your phone to this amp. price difference between Joyo and this is huge. but not a problem if you have deep pockets ofcourse.