NUX Mighty 8BT MKII Review - The Practice Amp You've Been Waiting For!

[@alexcarpen3201]

I love this line of NUX amps. I have the headphones one and i use it at home with my JBL speaker and i simply love the fact that it does sound like a huge amp played at low volume

[@intheblues]

This little amp sounds pretty great. Let me know what you think in the comments. How's the tones in the intro clip! 🛒 Artist Guitars Australia - alnk.to/2jKFhRd 🛒 Thomann - bit.ly/3RHTM9z 🛒 Walmart USA - bit.ly/3LOpT3w (Affiliate links)

[@JTB--]

Hopefully this releases soon in the US. Like the mic input on this one. The bonus of the Mighty 8BT MKII is it gets the Looper on the app

[@cliftongardner4367]

NU-X's Soldano amp model is worth the price of their gear alone. It's so good. Great demo, NU-X is putting out some really great stuff these days. I use an MG-30 for effects and to split my signal out in stereo to two clean amps. Great demo, Shane!

[@earthquakemagoon2505]

Wow! This amp has everything!! It sounds fantastic even through youtube! The adjustments have no end to them! Superb! 🎸😀👍

[@bigjalapeno5347]

Please do a comparison between the nux might 20 MK2, Mooer hornet 30i and the Joyo dc15s

[@abezhanyan]

This is a cool review - many thanks!!. How does this compare with NUX Mighty BTLite MKii, in terms of lowdness and tome accuracy? Which of the two is a better sounding amp?

[@keithh8661]

Very cool! Thanks Shane 😊

[@benallmark9671]

I like how it has an open back

[@outermarker5801]

Almost bought it and changed my mind. Very impressed with the internal capabilities, connectivity etc but I know it'll still sound like a small speaker. Like all of these little amps do. For now I just went with a modern headphone amp with the same features and more. Will get a proper larger combo later.

[@waynedoherty7758]

I was using some desktop monitors with ToneX software, but I wonder how the mighty 40BT MK2 will sound as a speaker and audio interface when it comes out 😮

[@Wanielyo]

I wonder how it would cope if you put a slightly over spec speaker in there?

[@Luchodela]

Hi! Thank you! Have you had the chance of testing and comparing the Mighty Air? Is this one the evolution of the Air?

[@francescocarpena1216]

Hello, could be enough for busking ( volume wise ) ?

[@pawe7691]

I have this amp and I like it, but I wounder, that Spark Positive Grid Mini or Mooer SD10i will be better? What do you think?

[@gergemall]

Sounds amazing ❤, thanks. I'll look into it.

[@bryanhenderson8807]

Great demo! It's like a Cube or Pignose on steroids! Fantastic video as always. Thanks for sharing.

[@LeanneGuitar]

Great review! I’m gonna order one 🙂

[@MajorUpgrade]

Reminds me of if a Positive Grid Spark and a Roland CUBE had a baby! Love it!

[@keithtawneymusic]

Looks like a great little amp. I have a Vox battery powered amp that I really like. But this looks and perhaps sounds even better than that one. I may be looking to upgrade. :-)

[@nunobarbosa77]

Can it be powered with a power bank?

[@SteveMavronis]

Love your reviews. What do you think about this NU>X 8BT MKII vs something like the Joyo DC-15S battery amp that you also reviewed? I kind of like the idea of an integrated lithium battery that can be charged while playing vs 8 AA rechargeable batteries in the NU>X 8BT MKII. I'm looking for something to replace my little Blackstar 3 Fly which takes 6 batteries which are a pain to recharge. I do think this 8BT sounds great but maybe the Mic jack and controls are wasted space for something else. But I'm trying to get away from tweaking software tones and more of actually playing instead. I mean that is a good feature for endless tones and effects but then it makes me feel like when I used to have the Blackstar ID:Core 20. Also your review if the NU>X 20BT is great too which is a definite contender to the ID:Core 20 V4.

[@Alex-om9qy]

Looking to buy this amp : Can’t get my head around the IR functions : As I understand it’s used for when you are line outing a tube amplifier and replaces the sound of the cabinet you have lost by not using a Mike What function does it bring to the mix on this amplifier ?

[@grumpytrumpy8015]

I have the NUX Stageman AC 50 acoustic, fantastic amp.

[@squeezyorangeman]

How do u get it so soft, cuz mine blows my ears out is there a way to play with a comfortable sound?

[@JDStone20]

This is what the Boss Katana Mini should have been! Nice review, now I have something else on the to-buy list, LOL!

[@DizzyKrissi]

In order to select an amp model you need the app? No way to adjust these things on the amp itself??

[@XJacksonvilleX]

Great video Shane. I've got two questions (possible video idea) 1. How does it compare against the mighty lite bt mkii? in terms of features and sound etc... 2. can you use it as an audio interface with amplitude or some VSTs in a daw? how much latency do you get?

[@timperry8961]

Is this gigable, using the line output?

[@endyX286]

great amp for practice.i got the nux mightly lite mk2.

[@ronhoffman7941]

Can it do out of phase peter green sounds ?

[@twelve-t4c]

I think look of the amp is important. You know its part of the vibe.

[@1minutecomicswalahollywood648]

Hello, I am a new subscriber. ❤

[@davidkay3443]

This or the positive grid equivalent? Thoughts?

[@DMSProduktions]

LIKE it, he does I think!

[@aristideregnier4883]

How would you rate these in comparison to the AMplug Pro?

[@Ace-bx6nr]

Looks like an amplifier version of NUx mighty plug pro

[@braddietzmusic2429]

It looks like fun, and it looks like it could be inspiring to play.

[@BobbyCulpepper.srv3fender]

How does it feel when playing, ive found these usually sound ok but feel bad

[@xcx8646]

Great video, thanks Shane. I'm torn between this and the Mighty Lite BT Mark II. For home use and occasionally playing guitar with a friend. I'm guessing th 8BT sounds sounds bigger, fuller and louder - but is it a bit too loud for quiet playing at home? Conversely, does the Mighty Lite BT Mark II sound significantly smaller and less 'impressive'? Also, they both are rated for use with bass guitars, yes? I'm guessing, as I play bass, that this will settle the question for me - the bigger amp will handle the bass better. I'd appreciate your thoughts on the sound questions if you get a moment mate. Thanks Shane!

[@intheblues]

This is a louder/bigger sounding amp so for any jamming I would suggest this over the BT Lite II. The BT lite is great for a desk amp but it's not great for jamming situations. You can make this amp work great at lower volumes.

[@xcx8646]

@@intheblues Thanks Shane, appreciated. I've just discovered the Might Space though - search over! Foottswitchable looper and drums, wireless, more FX, louder if need be... It's the amp I've always wanted. All the best from the UK 👍

[@shanewalton8888]

I gotta get one of the NUx amps. Can't decide which one.

[@robertrozak1546]

Shane, That Walmart affiliate link is for the old Mighty 8 BT (I believe). Not the new Mighty 8 BT MKII that you reviewed. Also, does the Line Out not mute the speaker? So, can the Line Out be used with the Aux In with an external looper?

[@wolfgangdevries127]

From Europe. Found no mkii entries here either.

[@nige99]

Wish they made it like the spark mini with a built in lithium charging battery

[@outermarker5801]

Only if the battery can be replaced though. Lithium batteries (in everything) degrade over time, sometimes drastically.

[@teemakarov9375]

Great review. I just ordered one and hope it’s as good as my original micro cube that I shouldn’t have sold. Noticed you were using a loop at the start of your video. Does this amp have a looper or were you using something else?

[@Lawrence39350]

How was it? Is it as good as the original micro cube?

[@petrucci047]

Hi Shane. Love your channel. How does the compare to the Yamaha THR30, purely based on tone (not features) at bedroom volumes ? Is it much fuller sounding because if the larger spaekr. How much would uou give each on 10 ? I watched your desktop amp compilation but didnt notice this one..Thanks !

[@intheblues]

This is a really good amp it’s arguably a bigger sound than the Yamaha and it’s cheaper.

[@petrucci047]

@@intheblues Awesome, thanks ! Do you think the modelling is better than the Yamaha as well ? Also, did you try the mic input ?

[@badwrong6362]

What is the difference of this and the 20bt mk2?

[@baabaabaa-El]

Cracker of an amp actually, be gd for the bedroom, lounge etc & the FX & models means you don't have to lay pedals & cables all over the joint...apps a great idea too (7 mmry presets!). Good review as always Shane!👍

[@FinPhysio]

Is there subdivisions for delay?

[@hassanameedy8953]

How does it respond to wah pedal?

[@RiccardoFin-xg8uo]

Where can I get good presets?

[@dougberry5003]

It gets great tones for 8 watts !!

[@intheblues]

Thanks, Doug. It's a little monster of an amp. Those direct to computer tones are insanely good. :)

[@matthazelby506]

You can literally get great tones with 1w.A great 1w amp will blow any 15-30 watt practice amp out of the equation. 🙄

[@keithbenedict8764]

Spark MINI killer?

[@Lawrence39350]

Can this be used as a Bluetooth speaker?

[@sboistan]

I may have missed this, but can you save your own 3rd party irs in the amp?

[@sboistan]

also, provided they're around the same price, do you prefer this guy or the mighty light mk2? decisions, decisions...

[@SteveMavronis]

The reason I like this video is your Harley Benton gives me the perfect representation of how it would sound on my Fusion-III 25th Anniversary with the same Tesla humbucker so I trust this demo the most.

[@marksystemed4678]

Got my daughter a a Harley Benton St62 second hand and it sounds great. Now she wants this Nux amp

[@tattoofred]

Cool sounds ;)

[@johndoyle325]

Great playing and tones! How do you think this compares with the Spark?

[@intheblues]

I have the smallest Spark amp here right now, but I haven't tested it yet. The Spark probably compares more to the smaller NUX BT Lite II judging from the size.

[@peterscott2662]

@@intheblues Spark Mini is a similar cube for a similar price...

[@robertrozak1546]

Looper?!?!? Looks like you can use the line out with aux in with an external looper?!?! That would be awesome!! I'm going to pick one of these up. Positive Grid totally screwed up with their Spark/Mini/Go by not including (either in the app, or FX loop) some way to loop properly. How did they think they were addressing the practice amp market, and not include that?!?!

[@robertrozak1546]

Or, does the Line Out mute the speaker? That would kill the looper idea ... Can someone answer if it mutes the speaker? The user manual doesn't specifically say that it does mute the speaker.

[@belthezaire]

I first saw this brand on an Andertons' video, and I'll never be able not to call it "NUX."

[@labuzovtube]

No master volume, why???

[@intheblues]

It's a practice amp without tubes. You can dial on a great sound at any volume.

[@TeroZone]

What’s the difference between nux mighty 8bt vs nux mighty 8bt mkII?

[@rodsimmons9337]

Mighty 8bt has a Mod/Delay knob, whilst mkii appears to have only a Delay knob... strange.

[@rodsimmons9337]

Huge difference in the functionality of the app. You can download it and compare the options/settings for 8bt and 8bt mk2.

[@MikeKeller]

When you save a preset, are you saving over any factory-installed presets? Or in a user-available preset? Also, the Walmart link goes to the old BT, NOT the MKII version.

[@samnic1998]

Would this be good for busking?

[@intheblues]

Yep, it should be fine. It's got a decent amount of volume for it's size.

[@samnic1998]

@@intheblues thanks!

[@padawan9127]

I just plugged in the first version of this amp which i never use any more. Actually currently listening to this video through it's Bluetooth. Its ver boxy sound and not really inspiring at all. Im in the market fora small bt practice amp and tried a second hand katana air yesterday for €250, far better. The only reason im holding onto the mk1 mighty 8 is that i can run a mic in it for singing at home while practicing

[@capturelightmedia]

I wish there were more lefty players. Wish there were more lefty guitars. Sorta wish I wasn't lefty. How about you? So many awesome guitars that we will never get to properly play.

[@jdfolbre]

Shane, Jimi Hendrix & Doyle Bramhall III were/are left handed. Pretty good company if you ask me mate!

[@BigfootRunning]

I’m happy being a lefty guitar player, no dramas… makes your own guitars more special. It’s really no big deal.

[@thattassiewargamer]

I certainly wish that local music stores catered for lefties a bit more.

[@capturelightmedia]

@@BigfootRunning More special sometimes means more expensive. And that's not cool. I'm finally in a place now in my life where I can afford guitars and so many of the ones I would buy just aren't made lefty. Suck a shame. Although my wife is happy to at I'm not buying guitars all the time.

[@baabaabaa-El]

​@@BigfootRunningNo-one wants to lend your guitar/s mate!!! Joke mate, my mate is a cackyhander (bewitched by the devil etc) & you mob miss out on a lot of gd guitars, it must suck.... But there's always Satan to turn to!!!👍

[@AbdulHamid-j1u6n]

Yes

[@damasterkarej]

I want it! :)

[@jimmcdougall9973]

Nu-X are making some great gear of late. I would love to see their take on some higher end gear, perhaps even in the realm of tubes. They definitely have the skills.

[@petercnixon]

I don't know what you keep looking at off camera but it kept distracting me from what you were saying. If you can at least tell me what it is I can stop wondering about it :)

[@intheblues]

Oh there's a reference monitor there for the cameras. I have just moved to a new camera and want to make sure it's in focus and stuff looks good. I'll quit doing it soon haha.

[@stringsattached67]

Sounds good but why didn't they just put a lipo in it and make it rechargeable 🤷 every modern gadget is rechargeable today.

[@rodsimmons9337]

How can a beginner or even a seasoned player understand all the AMP and IR options? Is there a dictionary of terms available to give the user at least a clue as to what they refer to?

[@lyledouglas8324]

Not loud enought for practice.

[@intheblues]

It's a practice amp. If you want loud, buy a 40-watt tube amp

[@bennettmichaels4309]

Vox DA amps blow all this new crap out of the water...

[@M5guitar1]

Weird. Really? Is it a tube amp? Then maybe. These battery amps need Lipos not AA.

[@capitanvonchickenpants8492]

I bought the previous model, sounded shite, and packed up after 4 months, junk

[@yeoldefoxeh254]

Absolutely sounds boxy and horrendous lol. Nice vid, just bad sounding product. Line was obviously way better. Was this sponsored?