I FINALLY Play the YAMAHA THR30II - Is This The BEST Desktop Amp?

[@DarrellBraunGuitar]

Man these small desktop amps are getting so awesome! Enjoy :)

[@tomrabbani]

Great video Darrell, but I gotta ask- do you still have your Shijie STE? How is it, do you still play it?

[@yogieyo9935]

when you say crunch, on the screen it shows lead

[@mattwood5493]

I loved my thr 10x but 450 bucks steeeeeeep for this and the wireless dongle another 100 ouch we’re talking 6 bills after tax for an practice amp

[@JC-11111]

@@yogieyo9935 no it doesn't. He says crunch and it shows crunch. Except at the end of the crunch demo at 7:13, when he says "that's(that was) a little taste of the crunch channel", then shows a pic of the lead channel selected because he's about to demo the lead channel at that point. And just got done with the crunch channel.

[@slo_carry]

Nice little amp, but I love my Spark.

[@joetspaulding]

Does Yamaha make anything that is not great? You always get your money’s worth and they really care about sound. Love their gear!

[@ParaBellum2024]

I've always said "You can't go wrong with Yamaha", whether it's a guitar, a keyboard, an amp or a motor cycle! All of which I've owned.

[@gillesgenete9598]

@@ParaBellum2024 same here, R1, Revstar 820CR, LS6, Clavinova, everything high quality. Now wandering about this THR30 , having already my dream amp VOX AC15HW1 ( trying GAS resistance, haha)

[@ParaBellum2024]

@@gillesgenete9598 I'm GASing for a Vox AC15! I don't have a low-watts valve amp, and I like the look of the Vox, and offerings from Laney and Marshall too.

[@gillesgenete9598]

@@ParaBellum2024 vox ac have a very specific tone , so different from marshall. In my mind ac for strat/single coils, marshall for les paul/humbucker. If you're after hard rock with Marshall, you may consider Blackstar as well. I'm a strat/vox/bluesrock addict : Rory Gallagher is my idol .

[@ParaBellum2024]

@@gillesgenete9598 I've had a Blackstar amp (HT Club 40) and it was ok, but the sound lacked character. I prefer single coils over humbuckers, and tend to play clean/edge of breakup rather than saturated.

[@FrayAdjacentTX]

There's SO MUCH more in the app. There's about a dozen cabinet models, there's a compressor and gate, which have some pretty fine controls available. All of the effects and reverbs all have better controls in the app. The desktop app does the same stuff via USB cable, though you need an old USB B cable. I wish Yamaha had caught up with modern times and had gone with a USB C port for computer AND charging. It also sounds very good as a Bluetooth speaker for just playing music through, though there are only 3 EQ presets (available via the app). I bought the amp as my "getting back into playing guitar" amp after a ~20 year hiatus, and I'm WAY happy with it. Would definitely recommend it to anyone.

[@Peterjan1995]

I did the same, never got a good amp. Running with the wireless adapter with the guitar through the room is so much fun.

[@monstersdad67]

Thanks for all the additional info

[@op-z]

Spot on, I was going to point exactly the same things out - got the cheaper THR10ii, and extremely happy with it

[@iwonttell4958]

Weeell, I use my phone for calls and texting, not a single program installed (the name is program, not "app" ;-) ). So PC and USB it is. Hope it supports Linux.

[@MrClassicmetal]

@@iwonttell4958 Instead of your phone, you could use a tablet to use those apps.

[@Satch7699]

I saw this in a music store for YEARS and thought that it was just a head. I had no idea that it was a full combo amp.

[@jimferry4751]

I love this little amp. It does it all. I took it on vacation and used it as a bluetooth speaker to play some tunes and also brought my guitar along and jammed to backing tracks on the deck. This is my go to amp in my studio, no cables just plug in the Line 6 and ready your ready to play. This unit sounds so much better than the Spark amp. Great review.

[@TheLordJesusChristChannel]

Do you still like it?

[@kaiying74]

I've had one of the THR10's for over 5 years now. It was a gamechanger when it came out and still sounds great.

[@visscherlively3925]

I'm not an app guy but the app with the Yamaha is super easy and really brings the amp alive particularly being able to change the cabinet configuration..WOW!

[@FlagshipD28]

Glad you reviewed this amp darrell. I bought one recently and it's awesome! One other great feature to note about using the app is that although there's only spring and hall reverb on the actual amp, you can access plate and room reverb. Which can be fine tuned and saved to the amp. Sounds really cool. Also there's a compression pedal on the app plus a handful of speaker cabinet options which are noticeably different. Great review. Great amp!

[@jefjahn247]

Straight away, I’m hooked on the Boutique setting just as Darrel demo’d here! I’ve got 2 kit amps I’ve put together with my son, and they really pop with my old Axis! I just might have to give this lil’ Yamaha amp a shot! 😎👍

[@joshuamichael4312]

I love this amp. Bought it a month ago and haven't played anything else since. It's just so convenient, sounds great, and the 30 watt version is a lot louder than I expected.

[@joshuamichael4312]

@andydguitar I haven't tried any pedals with it yet, since I haven't really needed to, but I will give it a try.

[@shermanbrennan3349]

I love my THR30IIW amp. It is by far the best sounding portable amp i've ever tried. It sounds like a real amp with very good tube tones. I almost bought a spark which is a good lil amp but does not sound as good as the Yamaha. Just tried the Yamaha at the music store for kicks and was sold. I can't believe the sound of this small amp!!

[@teagenbinder948]

That's my amp! And I have it on my desk!!

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

Do you like it?

[@muddelmeu2771]

Me too! Hard to find something better for an apartment. I love that thing!

[@SantanaBanana47]

Lol

[@clo7245]

@TeapotMullah 😹😹😹😹

[@steveo44]

Same here. And I bloody love it. Best bang for the buck I've ever spent on guitar 🎸

[@DarraghC]

Great video, thanks for sharing. Love what Yamaha are doing with the THR range.

[@christopher7310]

I've got the original thr10c and thr10x. Love them both. Insanely fun to practice on and take to work so I can play on my breaks. I was tempted to pick up these new ones, but they don't offer a huge enough improvement over mine to justify rebuying the amp. I am still extremely tempted to grab the THR100h dual head and Yamaha 2x12 cab to get the same great sound with more versatility at any volume level.

[@joshmcclellan6118]

The THRX is the bust sounding amp for rock and metal I've ever heard. I've played all their THR models but this little thing screams like a wall of Marshalls. They say the 30 has all the sounds of the other amps but it just isn't true. I've heard they are discontinuing the X so if I were you I'd hold on to that one. And as for all those dudes paying tens of thousands of dollars for old Marshalls and pedals trying to chase Van Halens Brown sound. If they only knew!!!! I bought one and sold it afterwards no amp sounded good to me. I wen't right back to the store and Paid a hundred bucks extra to get my own amp back. Worth every penny.

[@shanec8224]

I’ve had the thr10 ii for about a year now, and it continues to amaze me... every setting sounds so good. It’s pretty amazing that the clean setting can sound like a fender tube amp, then flick it over to hi gain and it sounds like a JCM800 Marshall... i have a Marshall DSL1 and I swear my Yamaha sounds more like a hi-gain Marshall than my Marshall!

[@SergeiVlassov]

I have DSL5CR and red channel sounds good only when amp is cranked to unbearable volumes for the home use. And 0.5 W mode does not sounds good and is still too loud to crank. So, in our days indeed digital recreations of tube amps sounds better than the real tube amps in a bedroom environments.

[@gilessteve]

I have the THR10, and it's the first amp I've ever owned that really gives me a sound I'm 100% happy with. It's not exaggerating to say it sounds stunning. lol (BTW, I come from a vintage amp background and have probably owned 50+ amplifiers over the years).

[@sergiocedeno5944]

I believe that with this Amp in particular they dialed the sound to make sure and emulate the original tube transistors amps of old. That's why there's a glowing orange light inside

[@dommadonia9207]

This should come with the Yamaha Pacifica. Package deal!

[@jonbeargenx]

They did come as a package deal last summer. I got a Pasifica and the amp.

[@dommadonia9207]

@@jonbeargenx really? How much and where? Great starter package. I want to get one for my great grandniece.

[@jonbeargenx]

@@dommadonia9207 I payed about 500$, but it was here in Norway. I am not sure where to buy it elsewhere. This also included two years of service at the store.

[@dommadonia9207]

@@jonbeargenx that's a fair deal I will see if any local shops here in Ohio has that deal. Thanks for the reply.

[@spmartin]

Very nice overview! I have many amps, and this gets used way more than any of my others. It also does a decent job with an acoustic. I realize you can not cover everything in a short review, but the app opens up a huge amount of additional sounds! Also, there are a ton of great presets made by owners/fans available online for free. My only complaint is, for the price, Yamaha should have included the Line 6 wireless transmitter - especially since they own the company now.

[@bldallas]

I’ve had the little THR5 for a few years now. Love it. Even though it’s not as high tech as this 30, it still models 5 amps; Clean = Fender Twin Crunch = VOX AC30 Lead = Marshall Plexi Brit Hi = Marshall JCM 800 Modern = Mesa Boogie Rectifier It also has the bass/mid/treble EQ, the same two effects dials, and the auxiliary input. SO MUCH FUN and it runs on 6 AA batteries!

[@AntiX_in_jeans]

Using THR10X for 4 years, and it totally worth it's cost. One of the best things for desktop. Will try 30 series probably next year.

[@rayschoch5882]

Nice review, Darrell. I have an older THC10C that has served me well for several years. Not as much power as the one here, but good tones, lots of variety, and excellent build quality. I've never used mine on battery power - always plugged it in.

[@jettpope2616]

I love my thr10 as a travel rig, good inexpensive amp, and desktop speaker for my computer

[@shannonhawkins5739]

I had the THR10X and loved it. When they came out with the new version I was going to get the 30 but it was out of stock. I ended up buying the new spark amp but it sounded like crap. Sent it back and ended up getting the thr10ii. Sounds great and costs a little less. The rechargeable battery, wireless receiver and line outs were not really important to me.

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Bought the Black THR30II = Love it. I have never played so-much-guitar. It's always ( right there & ready to go ) = portable & Inspiring tones. Great Job Darrell ( as usual ). oNe LoVe from NYC

[@RC32Smiths01]

A Small and portable amp that makes for much quality is definitely awesome! Great showcase!

[@guitaristechaab141]

I have bought this amp for home use 2 weeks ago after a long hesitation between him and the Boss katana mk2 and Katana air and I have chosen the Yamaha for the great clean sound in classic, the battery and wireless features. I also prefer the app of yamaha available on phone and tablet and very simple to use. No need to connect it to computer. I really love this amp. I play with a Yamaha Revstar RS620. Yes I am a Yamaha fan :)

[@greg6162]

Yeah, I’m looking for a new amp and that’s my biggest concern… I don’t have or use a PC anymore, so a mobile app is the deciding factor for me. I’m thinking a THR10ii for myself as a beginner. I just want the three band EQ and as many onboard effects as possible with space being important but not the deciding factor

[@richardhighsmith]

There's a picture of Robert Fripp of King Crimson in red slippers playing a Helix through a White Yamaha THR30 set up for recording. If it's good enough for Robert Fripp, it's good enough for me. (Actually I have the Black THRC. It's a nice little amp.)

[@elreybuenvinobuenavida3837]

Started a few years ago with the THRC and went for this one too, because of the inside battery, a little more power and the wireless receiver inside. I love them both, they make me play more and even longer. Great sounds at low volume, easy to take along wherever you wanna go.

[@crazygamer6601]

I own this amp. I'll say, when I first got it, I was very dissapointed because I've been using an all tube Marshall DSL 40 with an MXR Super Badass Distortion through the clean channel (which is actually quite nice). Anyway, my point is that this amp probably won't wow you with the sound quality, but the accessibility and ease of use is huge. It took me a little while to realize this. Now I often hook up to this to practice instead of getting my nice rig set up. All that being said, the sound quality is much better than many practice amps, and while I feel it lacks clarity, it really does have tube feel and sound. Also, the speakers in it are just amazing, try playing a song through them with bluetooth. I can't recommend this amp enough to players of any level. While it is expensive, you can always opt for the THRII 10 instead, which is 50 bucks cheaper and is also noticably lighter. That's actually what I have, and I could never need it to be any louder. Also, I can't remember how long they say the battery lasts (I think they estimate about 5 hours), but you really can get the time they advertise out of the battery.

[@tonybowen455]

I was surprised to see all the wattage versions on the thr2. I think the 1 just had one major model? I'd imagine most everyone would just need the lowest wattage model. Maybe they can afford to have lots of models, but it seems like it'd add on to overhead and inventory.

[@crazygamer6601]

@@tonybowen455 I think you're mixing it up actually. The first generation had many different versions. The second generation has been streamlined down into a 30 watt version (THR30IIW) and a 20 watt version (which is actually what the THR10IIW is). There's also the the THR10II, which doesn't have the battery or the built in wireless capabilities. The first generation had multiple wattages, but more significantly, 3 different amp styles, each with 5 different channels. The second generation (all 3 of them) takes all the channels of the first generation and puts them all into one amp, giving you 15 amp channels.

[@WeeFreeMan78]

Actually all the first generation had the same wattage, just a difference in features and in chassis size when it comes to the thr5

[@crazygamer6601]

@@WeeFreeMan78 Well not exactly actually. The THR30II is 30w and the THR10II is 20w. In the first series, all of the models that were listed at 10w were actually 10w, not 20. The THR5 was is actually 10w. Then of course they offered a 100w head for the first generation, while the second generation has no head. Also, I forgot to mention, but there's also one other variation of the amp for the first series, but it's pretty much exclusively designed for electric-acoustics. The new generation has that feature incorporated as well.

[@Silkaz7]

@@crazygamer6601 the channels are not the same as the first generation, they are some differences. They removed some of the models and added new ones.

[@Rightupbass]

Got the older th10...best piece of gear I have. This is the best table top amp on the market period

[@UMK3HumanSmokeUMK3]

Please Yamaha give us a software update for a built in looper and come out with a wireless pedal. Would be the perfect bedroom/ practice amp

[@stensley1]

Darrell, when are you going to compare the Spark to the Yamaha? You've reviewed them both. How about a head to head for those trying to decide which to buy?

[@davidhamilton8108]

Yeah I would really like a head to head between these amps. Can't decide! I think the Spark is more versatile with its tab and jamming features but don't know!

[@JIMIIXTLAN]

Yes I would love to see that comparison

[@dragnasty540]

I have the yamaha thr10x and the spark. The spark has a lot more options but imo the yamaha sounds much better. It sounds livelier and more airy than the spark. I bought the spark thinking it would replace the yamaha , nope I'm still playing my yamaha!

[@stensley1]

@@dragnasty540 thanks for the post. That is helpful. I'd still like to see a feature for feature comparison video done though. And @Darrell braun guitar if you're listening I'd like to have the sound from the actual speakers not through the USB to computer since that is the way most of us will be using it.

[@AxemanMessiah]

I had both, along with many other desktop amps, and the Yamaha is significantly better than the Spark. The Spark has a lot of killer features like tonecloud, limitless pedals and a great app. However, the chord finder and backing drummer is not good enough to be useable, and those were the features apart from the various tones that set it apart. The sound is very bass heavy, with a boxy muffled sound on almost every tone. There is also a grounding issue on them that causes hum. Dimension size it is also much bigger and heavier than the THR10. You would be pretty happy with it if you have not listened to other desktop amps. The THR10 has a boxy sound only on a few tones, the rest of them are very spatial and clear. It is pretty easy to use with lots of tones, enough to get whichever tone you want dialed in, despite not having as many as the Spark. The THR overall wins and would recommend over the Spark. However, if you factor in other amps like the Nux Mighty Plug and Mighty Air, you may want to pick those. They have very nice signal processing and spatial sound. My most used is still the THR.

[@paulcaskey]

Fantastic looking amp. Love the cream colour as well.

[@DobDog151]

I have one right beside me in the living room. Does a lot of things really well. Great amp to sit in any room waiting to play.

[@andrewmuelleranantababaji8073]

Is the battery replaceable or after 500 charge cycles do you gotta buy new one or would eletric take over after battery dead?

[@saijinkai]

this is a good question... any one knows the answer?

[@SuperEdge67]

After 500 charge cycles something better would have come out and you’d want to replace it.

[@arielluna8585]

I think it is time to get a footswitch for these desktop amps. Great video. Spark vs thr30ll comparison would be great

[@faethe000]

There are several available now in late 2021.

[@shannonoran6329]

Can't wait for the THR30ii and Spark 40 comparison. Thanks again for a great review!

[@bnkrazie]

I've been looking at this for some time. You sold me on it. Better than all the other reviews I've seen.

[@antlereddruid8359]

Darrell is pumping out the content lately and I love it

[@bakenbytsnow4731]

Lots of reviews for these little amps. Most everyone seems to like them and I'm sure they are as good as everyone says. But......to be fair, I'm pretty sure this guy could plug a guitar into a cardboard box with a cheap 3 inch 10 watt speaker in it and make it sound amazing. : ).

[@donhall-aquitania1025]

Great review. Another good reason to buy this amp is it’s built in wireless capability when paired with a Line 6 G10 Relay receiver. I would buy one if I didn’t already have the THR10C. I think of my Yamaha as a desktop Matchless DC30 because I leave it at that setting for 90% of my playing.

[@gillesgenete9598]

Very intresting, what are the settings you made to reach the DC30 sound ? I'm a fan of the Vox AC30 sound , and I nearly heard it from Darrell's demo.

[@billyclub56]

I love my 10. And the retro look is great, in a house full of antiques

[@regperatrovich9406]

I have the THR10X, and am planning on upgrading to the newer 10 watt version. These things sound amazing for what they are, as I regularly bounce back and forth between 6 string electric and bass guitar. These handle both.

[@keithmatry8939]

I have a THR10C.😉

[@hydrothermalworm7778]

This is the amp that got me back into guitar. Plug in a set of headphones and without annoying your neighbors, you can be Angus Young playing in a stadium, or Jason Mraz in a sound room.

[@briansmith8507]

Between this and the Monoprice 15w tube combo, a lot of good affordable options for home use these days!

[@moresnare]

I'm a drummer, but I've been watching a lot of your videos. Good stuff.

[@RJW14]

I have the predecessor to this one, not gonna lie the sounds are a huge step up. Okay, I got it out of my holiday suitcase and plugged in, not gonna lie, old one has some really cool tones as well.

[@tns4421]

Thank you so much! Yamaha has been the block of flats living family friendly company the last 10 years with quality amps and sounds. This THR 30 is what I was searching for since the first thr 5 came out. Now add wireless function and lithium balltery and we are ready to rock 2020!!

[@anthonymiller3970]

The Yamaha THR and Positive Grid Spark are both awesome amps. I would like to see which one Darrell likes better.

[@surfinjim]

I'm definitely not Darrell but to me the Yamaha is 100x better than my Spark, which is very muddy

[@StephaneBergeronPixelyzed]

@@surfinjim I own neither but I've heard many demos of both. At that size, both are compromises in the room sound for sure. But between the Spark and this, this sounds way better to me. But I have a negative bias (no pun intended) about the Spark to begin with as I own Bias FX (old and new versions) and could never get a usable tone of of it. Bias FX sounds digital and fake to me with weird high end artefacts. I do not hear that here but I do hear it in the Spark, especially with cruch and higher gain tones. It's not the old Pods "fizz", it's weirder than that. Yes the Yamaha is a bit boxy in the room and all but so is the Spark and it's normal with these speaker and enclosure sizes. My Katana head is serviceable as a practice amp but sounds nothing like when I plug it into my 4x12. A 5 inch speaker just can't. The Yamaha from what I'm reading has 2 x 3.5" speakers so it is what it is too in the room. Not sure about the Spark but it's a higher wattage so should sound better on paper. I just doesn't to me in demos. I assume we were hearing the room sound here. If that was through USB or line outs, that's way less convincing.

[@And1slash]

I've got the spark and thr10x ( metal version ) and honestly the yamaha is far better overall as a amp my main complaint is rock / metal stuff on the spark is very muddy and bass heavy for blues stuff it's quite good but that's the only use I have for it I'm hoping there's a update or new revision of the spark that improves the sound but until then I just have a expensive speaker system

[@And1slash]

@Kizzy C lol sponsorships I hate it when a popular youtuber gets handed a musical piece and has to lie about what it can / can't do when i was checking out reviews I thought it was a great amp in video demos but when I tried it well it was all hype

[@chrissteffers6931]

@@And1slash I respectfully disagree. This amp is top of the bill for clean country rock and Heavy stuff. But from what i see in your name you probably are looking for that special metal sound? And the THR cannot please you in that way?

[@grasoonjangjaitum2810]

Hit like just from seeing your channel and THR together!!! Greeting from Thailand fan sir.

[@fullclipaudio]

I have the THR10X and I just strap it to my back and walk around town and play metal. Most people think it is hysterical - most. . . .

[@staszewaM]

What do you connect it to tho? It's not wireless like this one is...

[@fullclipaudio]

@@staszewaM I plug it in directly to my guitar.

[@staszewaM]

@@fullclipaudio Your guitar has a power outlet? I mean the power supply, as THR10X needs to be connected to a power supply to work.

[@fullclipaudio]

@@staszewaM It runs off of batteries.

[@staszewaM]

@@fullclipaudio Oh, you're right. It does have one at the bottom, although the batteries are not supplied. How long do they last?

[@Im-a-Fool]

Thanks Darrell, I have the THR10II and love it! it is amazing the tones you get from this little amp. Although the App features are okay, I do prefer to dial it in the old fashion way. The 10ii version doesn't have a battery or built-in wireless but I use a third party wireless audio receiver and works perfectly.

[@johndavies5023]

Bought this exact model and despite the price tag it has exceeded expectation. so much well thought out technology packed in there. The Line 6 G10 wireless plug in works well (motion sensing turns it on and off if left plugged into the guitar). As a note though the G10 will not transmit with some acoustic guitars but there are some work arounds from Line 6 apparently. Plugged directly into the amp my acoustic sounds almost as good as a stand alone acoustic amp. Great for streaming music and jam tracks.

[@jimbrown9817]

Thank you! I was hoping someone would mention having tried this with an acoustic, and how it turned out.

[@ricardorodriguez5549]

Damn, I nearly got one of these. Crazy how quality tone is now available for minimal dough.

[@iakirov]

On the aesthetics of these, I really loved the grille on the first ones and the darker colors.

[@maltelausdahl2549]

Fantastic amp! Had mine for a couple of months and ive never experienced any problems or things it lacks. Would definitely recommend!

[@michaelkelly6583]

Thanks Darrell. Just ordered one from Long and McQuade. Can’t wait to try it out with my Emerald Virtuo.

[@Haolekine888]

Amazing lifestyle guitar accessory. This and the katana air are probably the best tinker around setups. That being said, these will never replace you're blues jr let alone twin or similar.

[@chrishyde1216]

I had a Blues Jr & sold it because I mainly play at home, and I was never happy with the sound at low volumes. That's the point. The THR is designed to sound good at low volumes, and it does.

[@sixstringfun]

I have had my eye on this one for a bit. Getting closer to finally pulling the trigger. Love these desktop amps!

[@DarrellBraunGuitar]

Night and day compared to the practice amps I had growing up that's for sure!!

[@sixstringfun]

@@DarrellBraunGuitar How does it or is it not possible to truly compare to the Spark 40 (which I have)? Or are they both so different it's hard to compare apples to apples? Thanks!

[@SyzygyEmbrace]

@@sixstringfun I’ve tried both and Yamaha is miles ahead of the spark. The spark has an issue with being too boomy and has grounding issues with the power supply. Yamaha does not have as many effects as the spark but it does not need them, you can get an amazing tone right out of the box. The one thing the spark has going for it is the tone cloud which lets you download other user presents, but other than that yamaha does everything better.

[@Silkaz7]

@@sixstringfun the sound quality is better on the yamaha, It's sounds more like a "real" amp IMO.

[@Meuzikfahn321]

I've used the THR10 and THR10X for years. The THR30 is a worthy upgrade to both of those amps--which I still love. You really can't go wrong with it. If you've never played a THR, then you'll be in for a big surprise.

[@simonharrywood]

Great review Darrell I've got one and love it. The amp can also be used for bass and acoustic guitar and the flat option allows a keyboard

[@Irkennalpha]

I love lo play guitar through the flat mode on my THR10, it just sounds so clear and balanced on those little speakers.

[@Xzvsc]

Thanks for the review I requested. But actually I got thr30ii before this review come out. And I'm very satisfied for this desktop amp 😉😁

[@peterpedersen1641]

I must have three or four of this type of amp. A Roland, Cube and a Yamaha version like this one. I have to say, this Yamaha is pretty darn good. Under $200, and plenty of play time and very decent tones and effects. And when playing in a campfire situation, outside, acoustic guitar with a clip in pickup, makes a Martin 12 String sound amazing in the evening breezes. So, YES, this little amp has some jam. Thanks for your review. Your videos are good. Easy to watch. Great job.

[@peterjones4621]

I love this little amp, I must have one. I already have the Spark but I want both! Thanks for the great review Darrell.

[@LKtube1]

These videos always make me wonder what my amps would sound like clean.

[@martinspreiter8240]

I want to say, it´s just verry much more than an practice amp. O stage you can use it as a monitore, and conectet from the outputs into the PA, it works like a big tube ampliier. Only needing no microphone. The Boos SD1 works pefekt with it. Also all the other pedal effekts. Yes, a guitar, this little guy, some cables and you are ready to gig 🙂

[@oldguy5381]

Hey that’s a cool little amp. Maybe you could have a shoot out between the Yamaha and the Spark? Something to think about. Thanks for the demo. Stay safe

[@shannonhawkins5739]

I owned the THR10X then sold it and bought the spark. I did not like the spark at all. I bought the thr10ii and love it.

[@AxemanMessiah]

@@shannonhawkins5739 Thank you for this! I did the exact same thing, got the 10X and sold it for Spark and was shocked on how bad it was. How does the Thr10ii compare to the Thr10X?

[@shannonhawkins5739]

@@AxemanMessiah it sounds great!! The ring I like the best is that I can use an app on my phone or iPad to fine tune the settings and save them instead of having to hook up to my computer. Plus having all three original amps in one is really nice.

[@AxemanMessiah]

@@shannonhawkins5739 Thanks for the input! I am definitely considering trying one out. The BT connectivity must be a pleasure, it was tedious hooking it up to a PC every time an adjustment is needed. I am currently using the Nux Mighty Amp and Mighty Plug, check them out sometime, they are my favorite devices. I like it more than my old THR due to the versatility and also has the same BT connectivity to tweak sounds/play music.

[@rome8180]

Seems like an awesome solution for those of us who can't afford a Kemper or a Helix.

[@RadikalKit]

Or in my case a portable living room/back porch amp for those times I don’t want to be tied to my computer desk where my AxeFXIII lives.

[@erlikquadros5873]

I have the THR10X and I REALLY want them to release a THR30II with the same amps as my THR10X

[@seanarmao7385]

I thought the special setting was to mimic the x

[@bassplyr13]

Yeah, the II series is basically all 3 of the gen 1 THRs.

[@pascalsavy1306]

Good video and review. I loved your reaction when you first played the clean setting. I’m all about the clean channel on amps. I’m actually looking for a practice amp with the best clean tone available. In other words which amp has the best clean tone? Any advice or feedback from anyone is appreciated, tia.

[@M10-d1u]

Hi Darrell, how does this sound at a very low level? Do you still get a good tone out of this? Unfortunately I need to play as quiet as possible, due to kids and neighbours, but don’t want to wear headphones. Also, how does it compare, in your opinion, to the spark? Would be great to get a comparison as I can’t try any of them and not sure which one to buy. Your advise would be very appreciated, thanks!

[@MelodicPicking]

The Yamaha is incredible at low volume ! Is clearly is it's best advantage because the keep the grain of the tube amp even though you are very quiet ! This amp really blew my mind and I am in love. The Spark is great but not as good in sound dynamics and tube feel

[@donkeninitz4590]

Love your vids, and love the way you say "YAM-a-ha", lol. My usual failsafe way of determining someone is Canadian is to listen to them pronounce "about" as "aboot".

[@jimmyjimmy951]

Bought mine a few months ago and love it. Not used anything else at home since I picked mine up.. 👍🇦🇺

[@raoulraoulsen4716]

Thanks for the review, Darrell! Nice piece of gear, and I've used a lot of Yamaha stuff over the years... but for live playing it lacks the possibility to change channels or add a solo boost by foot. For home use or recording, fine... I don't understand why its missing a footswitch jack. Can something so essential be so hard to integrate or would it be too expensive? I think it's a dealbreaker for any live player...

[@lucabartoliniprof]

I like that this amp may be simple. I hate the apps. Usually I waste time to play with the app (choosing cabinet, settings ecc ecc) and not to play guitar...... Anyway, good amp and, as usual, great video Darrel ;)

[@jimbecker5675]

Those line-outs are a big differentiator from the Spark for sure.

[@glenkepic3208]

Cool video. I recall the first edition but never played thru one. Did buy a Spark and learning my way. Lots of mileage from the crunch channel. No phone but inspiring for the classic hard rock (LS, UFO, TL, etc ) i love. I do like the graphic around the effect and delay knobs on the Yamaha. Sorta reminds me of my first gen MicroCube. Spark i guess does the same thing.

[@bemolAccCovers]

I bought that amp last week and I love it!

[@Ronkde]

I was trying to get one of these but there were none in the local stores D: ended up with a katana 50 mk ii

[@thornwivans]

good choice !

[@valebliz]

Quite different amps tbh.

[@bldallas]

Amazon has everything.

[@christianpucciarelli]

@@bldallas including the road to local failure,,,

[@stevef4010]

How do you like it? I have a THR 10, but looking at a Katana or old Fender Mustang (had a I mkI and sold it, but it was nice for my needs)

[@AngelMartinez-qs3cf]

When you plug this into the computer you can change the settings there too.

[@breeze3003]

Yamaha THR30II vs Positive Grid Spark. You’ve reviewed both. Which one wins in your opinion?

[@picklesdeluxe]

great amp. love these commercials Darrell!

[@bellachi9575]

I have the older thr10. Absolutely love the hall stereo sound & portability. Even use pedals with it. Acoustic or electric, it’s my most used amp. May have to retire it in favor the newer, “bigger” model.

[@rockinroy]

I have the old green model that is great. I wish they had a food pedal with 10 saved tone buttons etc. for easier access. and I wish they made it a little bigger for larger batteries. The small ones get ate up real quick. Great video.

[@vicjames2743]

Those effects knob look a lot like line 6 which I love line 6 and since Yamaha bought line 6 in 2014 why not. Will have to get me one of these. Love the tones he played.

[@KingBobCat]

Nice little unit... Good sound!

[@PJCobi]

I’ve owned a lot of small solid state amps. I’ve had the new Yamaha THR10ii for a year now. It stands out above the rest.

[@fawkesandhound]

I have the 10ii and it’s the perfect apartment solution. The amp and speaker combos are great and the heritage of Line 6’s amp modeling really pairs well with the Yamaha designed, home theatre like speakers. Works well as a stand-alone Bluetooth speaker too.

[@mattyburrows9059]

im thinking thr10ii or the vox adio..

[@valebliz]

@@mattyburrows9059 the yamaha sounds way more organic/natural imo.

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

I keep mine in the trunk with my Traveller guitar. I love it. Best money I have ever spent on a piece of gear

[@hijmestoffels5171]

Finally a video about a product I actually own. I use it with the Line6 Relay G10 wireless, it works great.

[@Mike_B.]

Review it against the Positive Grid Amp/ Monoprice Tube Amp/ Boss Katana 50....

[@anthonymiller3970]

I would like to see if he likes it better than the Spark

[@TheChristafershawn]

Vox Audio Air GT

[@konstantingeorgiev7521]

I have tried it and it stands together with the Boss Katana. And both are better than the Positive Grid and waaay better than VOX air.

[@scarecrow3432000]

@@konstantingeorgiev7521 I have a Katana 50. Thinking of getting the Yamaha too. Would it be worth it ?

[@chrishyde1216]

I've had the THR 10c for a while. Initially didn't bond with it, but now love it and found that you can really sculpt the sound you want with the controls. It's a delicious sound without the need to be loud and therefore will save your ears in later life. I've seen repeatedly that people say the Spark is too bassy and the sound quality isn't as good as the THR.

[@alexshevchenko7568]

Dear Darrell, you should have said something about the THR Remote app. It gives the user many more opions with effects, cabinet types, etc.

[@RevGary]

Have you looked at the BlackStar I.D. B.E.A.M with BlueTooth suitable for Bass Electric Acoustic with stereo speakers & built-in effects and pedal? Great video as per brother. Hope you had a super Reformation Day yesterday. Soli deo Gloria blessings from Glasgow Scotland.

[@AaronBeDarin]

I still have and love my little Yamaha THR5

[@martincloutier666]

Thanks for the great review! Sound wise , is it better than the positive grid Spark? (I don’t care about batterie, wireless, jam track features...)

[@dragnasty540]

I think so!

[@morgonemusic3372]

8:17 Thats what I was waiting for

[@astewart9410]

Thanks for this. I have the THR5 and was looking to upgrade, thought about the THR10II but maybe I ought to just go big or go home. I like that all the amp settings are onboard (on the 10II you access most via the app). I'm not an app guy, I wanna plug and play, so that's appealing. Thanks for this look and demo!

[@nature_guy]

Hi Darrell, Always enjoy your videos.. wondering if I can make a request for a video. Maybe one about pedals like big sky. Also how they hook up to each other and a stereo output to an singular input on an amp. Maybe another video with a modeling/synth box.. I am considering getting one just don't know much about them. Thanks in advance!

[@TimmyJoePCTech]

With the exception of the battery and the proper line outs, the possitive grid is 95% of what that thing is for a third the price. I wish you would have talked about the speaker in it, how loud it gets ect. Also if there's lights, turn the lights out and film them! :) Love your videos

[@Cr8z13]

I ordered both for comparison and sold the Spark a day after the Yamaha arrived. It's not a bad amp at all but I liked the THR's tones a little more and its portability can't be beat. The Spark is definitely louder and bassier.

[@Stereostupid]

Except yamaha is the only one who has this modeling thing down to a science and nothing comes close to the sound! It literally sounds like a boutique amp that costs $5000 !! You can dial in tones that are unbelievable tube quality warmth and response it doesn't sound solid state whatsoever

[@ChrisSoignier]

I owned a Spark, sold it and bought the THR II 30. I enjoyed the Spark's practice-oriented software, but the Yamaha blows it away otherwise IMO.

[@TimmyJoePCTech]

@@Stereostupid spark is the same way. I mean I haven't put them side by side so I don't know but it seems pretty close bonestly

[@TheEchelon]

@@Stereostupid Lmao no it won't sound like a 5k boutique amp lmao. It sounds very good for what it is, a compact desktop amp.

[@vig237]

I spent tons of cash on amps(Ibanez tube, Vox, Yerasov tube, nux) before bought yamaha thr5 this summer. This little box is absolutely enought for home.