Should You Buy The Positive Grid Spark 2

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[@bartolop1]

I have the original Spark 40 and have upgraded to the Spark 2. While waiting for my new amp I wasn't very convinced that I had done right in upgrading. After almost 2 weeks with it I'm positively surprised about the successor. The quality of the sound is definitely much better. The rest of the improvements are nice but not a big thing for me. The looper is quite fun though. I'm now considering to buy the Spark Control X as another massive improvement for me is to be able to ditch the app when using the control pedal, which you couldn't do with the original Spark control. Overall, this is a yes for me, this one is making me want to play more my guitar and that is what this is all about, isn't it?

[@gnarlantlers70]

Yes. Get the spark mini. The app is great and it's wonderful with an app like chordify or similar. 100% get a spark mini. Works great DI into a DAW as well. Such a great product for practicing with headphones.

[@DisabilityExams]

I have the original Spark 40. The only thing it's missing for me is a looper. I'm not going to buy a whole new Spark just to have a looper. In my opinion, Positive Grid should have come out with a software upgrade for the original Spark that included a looper. No sale here.

[@dexterj5615]

Neural keeps hooking up the cortex boiz

[@RavdeepSandhu]

If it helps, having tried the Looper it's really doesn't live up to the hype. It's very buggy and laggy. A better and cost effective option is to buy a BiasFX DAW+external Looper like boss and connect it into input jack of spark 40

[@Jamman610]

UAloop is designed for the 40. It’s a usb device. Great reviews.

[@jimmikus3089]

I agree. Why couldn’t they just add a looper pedal into the software? Ya got pedals for everything else? Now the bass issue may have some validity. One of my favorite things about the spark was the stereo sound. Gonna have to go with Dylan on this one. Probably get a mini.

[@RichCI]

I'm a vacuum tubes freak but ordered this thing a few days ago. I still don't have my hands on it but I really appreciate your frank review of it. Thank you for your honesty.

[@BuenoReviews]

I really dig your take. Been researching the Mini because I just want something easy. I have a Boss Katana, but it’s honestly just too much for my living situation and the hassle of getting it up and running as minor as it may be is enough to make me not play at all. The mini is so appealing because I can be on the couch or in bed with the thing and seemingly get good enough tones to have fun and practice. Anyway, I really appreciate your reviews on all of this stuff because you give your use case and it helps me a lot as someone who’s cross shopping several different practice amps. The mini should arrive tomorrow 🤘

[@larryC1070]

I have both the Spark 40 and now the Spark 2. I've used the Spark 40 for 4 years daily and love it overall. But many of the tones I was getting on the Spark 40, played through my Strat, had this weird harmonic if I played a double stop. For a long time I thought it was my Strat electronics. The Spark 2 has much higher resolution tone processing and that double stop harmonic is gone. That is HUGE for me. I almost don't care what the speakers sound like as I play through headphones 98% of the time and the Spark 2 just sounds better. Add in the looper and groove looper and for me it was well worth the upgrade. So, don't overlook the higher resolution tone processing. It makes a difference.

[@onlyguitars]

I had the 40 before, now just have the Mini and love it. The size and poartability and decent tones is superb. And I agree, the Spark is NOT to go looking for the best guitar tone, is meant to help you play more guitar.

[@smartmammal9926]

There is a Looper product that works with the Spark or a Yamaha THR. I think its called the uLooper.

[@djfuzzystump]

I had a mini, that was great -> though I ended up not using it as much as I thought I would and sold it to a student. I picked this up on a whim and found I really enjoy it - setting right next to my Helix / Stomp XL / Fender FR12 - > it still get's used a lot because it's so easy to just turn it on and start practicing.

[@frostyfree]

I’m a tube guy, spark 2 will be my first s.s modeler . Thanks for the suggestion

[@petertiffany8096]

I just got mine about a week ago. I love it. Like you, it won't replace my Princeton. But, it is great for what it does. I might use your idea of setting the presets for different guitars.

[@Seabro-tabl42]

I have a spark 40 that I hadn't used for a while because I had since bought a Helix stomp XL and a USFX Dream 65 and also because I didn't care for the bassy sound it is famous for. I was really drawn to the Spark 2 due to the supposed improved sound and especially the portability with a removable battery. I ordered it early, with the discount of 60 bucks off and ordered a battery, as well. I am impressed with the sound upgrade and love that I can easily move this from room to room or outside if I choose, without hassling with power cables. The Bluetooth works very well, so far, but I don't know why they stayed with 5.0, instead of upgrading to 5.3. You are right to emphasize this is a Practice amp! The app provides many different ways to practice with backing tracks, drums that are incorporated with the looper, etc. I find I am using this and enjoying it a lot more than the original. I use the favorites section in the app to store different tones that I can easily assign to a preset for different genres of music. You did a good review of this amp, highlighting the newest features and pointing out the pros and cons of choosing this, as opposed to the other offerings from Positive grid.

[@LRHutch]

Good video Dylan. I ordered the Spark 2 about 2 weeks ago. I'm not for sure for all of the purposes that I will be using it for as of yet. I'll just have to see what it is capable of when I get it. There is also a foot control pedal available for the Spark 2. It might work better while jamming or playing live. Probably would be good for the buskers.

[@MasterMojo85]

I got a Spark Go and I love it. It's so easy to just grabbing it and play. And that's how it should be. I pre-ordered the Spark 2 because the looper is very appealing to me. I think I'll also get a Spark Control X.

[@zolibxl]

Thanks for the review! I won't upgrade as I mostly use it as an interface to record on the computer, and speakers aside, the software of the old one is still good enough for me.

[@andrewdempsey5312]

Great review, nice and different from the crowd. Your link is BROKEN though when looking at the description on iPhone

[@gonzalo783]

I have the original spark 40 and won't get the spark 2. However, I'd get a spark 2 mini if it existed just because of the looper

[@rorypotatochip1373]

It’s a great amp, looper function is killer, and the upgrade price was hard to pass up, especially seeing that the price was slightly more than the Mini (which I also own) I also own the LIVE with battery packs, and they slot right into the Spark 2. It’s awesome to be able to just grab the amp, change rooms, go outside, or bring it with you in the car without a care for a wall plug.

[@minuano08]

Put off buying any until recently . Given all the factors, I'm gonna pull trigger on Spark - 2. Thanx 4 review. And reiterating... It's A Practice Amp !! 🤟🎸🎶

[@Acre00]

I have the original 40 as well as the Mini and the Go. I'm upgrading the 40 to the new one mainly because of the looper functionality, and the upgraded sound is a massive bonus. The primary downside of the 40 was how boomy it is, and I'm super stoked that the new one has improved it so much

[@markcadier]

I started on the Go, upgraded to Mini and now have Spark2. The Mini is a brilliant bit of kit for portability but found the Spark2 perfect for larger gigs with drums/bass/vocals. 1 question though... could the line out be put into another FRFR to "stack" the overall sound or go true stereo?

[@masterquan4891]

I have both, the sound is superior on the Spark 2, the first version has a weird reverb to it and it is not as loud and doesn't sound as good as the new amp. When traveling I take my Spark Go, it is way more than enough for a small room or I am just practicing and it fits a in a small bag, so I prefer it over the Spark Mini. I will move my first gen spark to my office at work and use it there. I will keep the new Spark 2 at home and leave it as my primary practice amp and it doesn't move. If I go out to a larger venue I will take my fender or line 6. I am considering getting the live version of the spark down the road, I can see it working pretty well in smaller venues.

[@Wilco1972]

Did you get a chance to look at the strap? I'm considering the upgrade, but my original Spark came with a strap that broke with very minimal usage, I'd be interested in if they improved the material.

[@leocguitar]

For under 300$ this thing absolutely rocks

[@SteveninTune]

If your not a live performance Rock Star it is your main home gig Amp.❤

[@todd0864]

I like the Mini too. Just not the noise suppressor pedal in it.

[@JTB--]

Had the 40 and it was BASS heavy/muddy. Spark 2 sounds better. The Looper makes this the best Practice amp on the market

[@smartmammal9926]

Got mine a week ago. Still trying to figure out the looper, which should be simple. Also had a situation where it would not power up. Unplugged everything, plugged back in. Then it powered up. Panicked for a minute. I had the 40W briefly, and did not like it. This one sounds so much better.

[@kasstudio2823]

Exactly...it's a practice amp. Less than $300. (The Yamaha THR30 is almost twice the price)

[@frostyfree]

Headphones and the line outs are cool. Cheap practice amp. Or a great tool for beginners.

[@razhua]

it's funny how noe a days we call a spark 50 big, lol a fender champ tube amp back in the day was the portable one to have. A spark 50 is perfectly portable unless you dont have a car

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

Spark 2 too expensive ... just got a mini on Ebay for a great price!! So far I'm having fun with it learning curve and all ...

[@dexterj5615]

Honestly, sounds a lot better than the old biasfx 2 did. Great option for somebody who wants a lot of decent for a decent price. No holy grail but totally a solid value amp.

[@Jamman610]

Can you rearrange the fx order? Or do you have to pay for that feature as I hear. I bought the NUX (New X ) Mighty Space and love it. It has a 30 watt speaker out. Sounds great. I do like you do, make a preset I like and leave it.

[@joehealey6209]

I was hoping your puppers made an appearance due to the cover picture.

[@buck7477]

No The Question is, Can I use my cabinet???😊 that would take the Spark over the top!

[@frostyfree]

Yes but it will cancel warranty. 1yr.

[@davidkornblatt851]

My question is how does this compare to…, a Boss Katana, a Line 6 Catalyst, and more importantly the Princeton ToneMaster???

[@hellounclesim]

I have a Katana 100 but I don't have any of the Sparks. I like my amp but from what I see on the internet, the Spark has a much nicer app - more intuitive design and more features.

[@matthewaltomare7629]

Great review...most reviews these days are either this is the best thing since sliced bread or this is the worst POS in the world. The Spark 2 will be my first PG amp...so it made sense to me. I'll likely stick it under my computer desk and just use whatever 8 settings I come up with. Perhaps even use it as a computer speaker too. Might snag the battery in the future.

[@pangoroo]

I’ll wait for the Spark 5, it will be fusion powered and have hologram capability

[@matthewaltomare7629]

Jam with Jimi Hendrix and SRV live! SOLD

[@jimhimesjr]

Would probably buy the mini if I was buying another amp. 99% of the time I use the positive grid riff with a decent set of cans so it’s family friendly

[@scottakam]

I have the 40 and the Mini. I have barely used the 40 since I got the Mini. The new one looks interesting but I'm not going to buy it.

[@BradleyBanuelos]

Do you have to have a battery in it to play it I wanna get one

[@matt-be8lc]

Question- does the usbc audio interface work with iPhone? Say I want to record via GarageBand on my iPhone 15 pro. Are there easy ways to record through the app as well?

[@frostyfree]

Windows 10 or macOS

[@benblyze7921]

It's more expensive to certify a product for international markets when the power supply is integrated. Instead using an off the shelf separate PSU which is specifically certified for your market is cheaper. This is my understanding of why you don't see manufacturers installing in the unit.

[@jonthehermit8082]

Makes sense.

[@frankdstrack]

What "weird" bassy-ness are we talking about? Can you describe that a little bit more? I love my Spark but a few things you mention are big wins, and the "sound in the room" is maybe a deal-breaker if you can describe a little more what you're referring to.

[@KingCraby]

Short answer if you don’t have any sparks yet then yes buy one 😂

[@vincenta1074]

I know it’s only apractice amp. But you could literally dial in the tones. You could spend thousands of dollars on heavy equipment and pedals when you could just ask AI to give you the tone you’re looking for.

[@wassabi-g7p]

Does it sound better than the Katana Mk2 50?

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

The Katana combo has a bigger speaker and the 100W combo is cheaper than this.

[@Freeontheland2030]

The mini fulfills all that the average guitar player needs in a mobile practice amp, if you gig and earn your living playing guitar then get something better.

[@hogger88]

Still no drive knob?

[@DylanTalksTone]

Do you understand how gain and master work?

[@hogger88]

@@DylanTalksTone yes I do , so how do you adjust say an overdrive pedals gain ? It's called drive on my fractal FM3 so I figured this is what you call it but regardless it would be nice to be able to adjust the gain (drive) of said pedal in that slot instead of Using the app. I have the original Spark 40

[@JulietteIvie-t8d]

Hodkiewicz Curve

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

Boss has a more appealing package on the Katana because you don't have to go app if you don't want to.

[@rockon856]

Which boss model mate ? The AIR EX ?

[@steelyguy3635]

Not upgrading. Too many persistent connection issues, continuous dropped connections from the app, on my Samsung S22+. It's made my Spark 40 unusable for the home and road.

[@DylanTalksTone]

Dang Samsung 😂

[@James-ec4eb]

You should pay Spark just a 17:42 second advertisement for Dylan products and opinions with a thrown in maybe 2:00 minute demo waste of time imo .

[@DylanTalksTone]

If you don’t like what we do, why are you here. I have noticed multiple negative comments on my videos.

[@nacuda9]

I'm returning Spark 2 because it's awful. (my first Positive Grid item purchased) Awful because their support is none existent other than click this. No live chat. No phone number. Bluetooth won't connect no matter what I do. PC won't open their firmware no matter what I do. These problems only relate to Positive Grid. I can run all these things for all my other electronics. Not sure why their phone app can't be hardwired via included USB C cable? DON"T BUY IT! imo

[@DylanTalksTone]

That’s weird. Sounds like a phone problem.

[@GlorifiedG-z9c]

fifteen fifty nine, LOL

[@TheWannabeBusker-z9c]

I don't think I need one

[@timziegler3765]

I m not buying one

[@tomix1970pl1]

Tones are like in Positive Grid.What means nothing special.