Should You Believe the Hype? Yamaha THR30II Amplifier Review

[@intheblues]

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[@signaltechsinalizacaoacust190]

I have some news about Yamaha, they just bought the brand Guild...

[@Me-qp8vz]

This is actually Brian May's at home practice amp. In the videos where he uses it it has the sticker's removed, so you don't know it's a Yamaha(not this model tho he used the one without Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.). But the grill gives it away. All during lockdown I thought this model of Yamaha's are great thanks to someone who doesn't use Yamaha's wink wink.

[@Me-qp8vz]

@@signaltechsinalizacaoacust190 Guild guitars? Nice.

[@signaltechsinalizacaoacust190]

@@Me-qp8vz Yes, Yamaha Guitars are great and now they bough another great brand, it will improve the quality and the distribution

[@lassi6547]

Tried this out in Japan last week and absolutely loved it. It was so easy to use and all the sounds are like "that sound" you want to get. I think the simplicity enhances the pleasure of playing when you don't have to think about tweaking so many things.

[@DeGroove]

I love watching reviews of gear I allready own...best way to fight GAS. This amp makes me (want to) play every single day, even at home, that alone to me is worth the price of admission. It also amplifies my record player and all bluetooth devices, and even my wife thinks it looks great in the living room. One of the best pieces of gear I've purchased in a while.

[@graycolors2879]

My experiences are exactly the same. This amp makes me (want to) play every single day - this alone justifies the price. You cannot buy talent and skills, but you can build them when you're playing daily.

[@kdubovenko]

Lol, I also have this amp, here for confirmation bias purposes... but jokes aside, it is great, I've even gigged with it a bit although I only use it for at-home practice now.

[@theRobertDG]

Just picked up one yesterday and I love it for all the reasons you just mentioned. Including the one about the wife. She likes how it looks too lol. Extremely happy with my purchase as well.

[@SingSurfStrum]

Any tips on plugging mine into an extension cab or acoustic amp as PA?

[@graycolors2879]

@@SingSurfStrum THR30 has line outs that you can feed PA with.

[@yiannisfaitakis]

I can honestly say that the thr30ii is one of the best pieces of guitar gear I have ever bought. The AMAZING tones it provides had me playing guitar a lot more. I have recorded and I have gigged with it through PA systems and it always sounds incredible and it’s super reliable. It’s just a magic piece of gear.

[@scotteisner8366]

I'm thinking of doing the same thing. You don't use a cab? You go straight from the head into the FOH?

[@killacoiler1707]

What the THR 30 gives you that many other "desktop modeling" practice amps don't, is stereo line out options. To me this is a plus in that you can run the amp into the PA front of house or to a couple of powered cabinets and use it for live venues. The spark may have more of a library of effects and options for where those effects stack in your signal chain, but it does not have line outs allowing you to use the amp as a head unit to slaved powered cabinets. As to the difference in cost between the THR 30 and others like the Katana 50, Spark 40, and the Nux is that Yamaha makes very high quality gear with exceptional quality voicing, and does not bloat the amp with so many digital recreations that are only mediocre. You get professional build and sound quality that reacts to artist input the way that rack or stacks style systems do. To me a plethora of options is great in theory but if the options are only mediocre quality what's the point? You can get studio worthy sounds out of the THR which IMO makes the extra cost worth it. Dial in your sound at home, save it, pack up your guitar and amp, and then go to the studio and lay down those same sounds without having to worry about trying to replicate it using a different rig. Please do not take this as a diss on other desktop amps or modeling units because I have used Katana and Spark amps to broaden my creativity and reinvigorate my song writing; I am merely saying that if you want professional quality in such a styled platform, IMO, the THR is more suitable to such a challenge as an all in one compact combo.

[@rnegtr]

The best desktop and practice amp out there. Sounds so much better than the Spark or other small amps. The Line Out into a PA or power side of an amp is great as well and you could totally gig with that set up. The wireless transmitter works flawlessly. And the App is very straightforward, works great, makes sense and doesn’t require a $1000 laptop to work. Bluetooth connection to your phone or tablet sends great sounding audio to it for practicing or just listening to music. As you can tell, I really love this amp. (And, btw, I owned a Spark which sounded awful and had glitchy software, and terrible customer support and also used the small Katana which is simple to use but still can’t match the sound of the THR). Yamaha also updates the firmware and supports the product.

[@jimmyjimmy951]

Yes,it’s worth the hype. Had mine for a couple of years and love it. Wife likes it so that’s a massive bonus..👍🇦🇺

[@peterklein5861]

If you're a beginner or someone struggling to find practice time, this is worth every single penny. I bought one a year ago and have used it almost every single day; being able to move it around my apartment, and it's sheer simplicity, makes it so easy to practice with.

[@jasonr5357]

I was trying to get the THR10 last year but it was out of stock everywhere at the time. Got the THR30 instead. It was double the price (or so) but worth every penny. Really happy to have spent the extra to get the features. So many great tones and being rechargable is why I bought this to go wild camping.

[@Stewmade64]

I bought one about a week ago. Instantly intuitive, great sounds. I did find that the 5 presets sound very effects bypass-like. Very straight into amp tone. Once you get into the channel selection, even without effects, still sounded “enhanced.” The 5 presets sounded more amp like to my ears. Processed sounds are great, but there are times I want to actually hear what my pickups sound like organically. I love that I get both in the Yamaha, which was what I thought was lacking in the Spark 40. The Spark 40 lacked dynamics, and delayed responsiveness. That was even with the compressor turned off. Felt like my guitar was lip-syncing. Love everything about this Yamaha. Worth the money, and I opted for the Line6 transmitter. Again, worth the extra cost to be wireless.

[@coppulor6500]

"The Spark 40 lacked dynamics, and delayed responsiveness" that info is YOOOJ!! latency is a vibe killer. thank you!!

[@Strodav]

Have both the Yamaha THR3011 and Spark 40. To me, the biggest advantage of the THR3011 is it is battery powered. Very convenient! The Spark 40 software is much more sophisticated allowing you to dial in more tones, amp models and pedals. The only thing missing is spring reverb and it is on the warm side, but it is rated at 40W. On the other hand, I get all the tones I need from the THR3011 and it is plenty loud at 30W. I find myself using the THR3011 more than the Spark 40. There is a pretty big price difference. I would like to see a side by side if you can.

[@zombee38]

I would like a comparison too !

[@michaelpainchaud15]

Bought this when it first came out. I love it and use it way more than any other amp.

[@bobbyadamson2333]

As a gigging musician who lives in an apartment in NYC where space is a premium, this thing rules. The fact that I can take it outside or anywhere around the house is awesome, and the Line 6 bug makes that less arduous cause I dont have to mess with cables flopping everywhere. Headphones are nice when I want to be loud but not bother anyone, and the USB out is so sick as an interface. I get my favorite recorded sounds from it. I also use it as a bluetooth speaker for parties. I admit it is expensive though, but that was worth it to me for all of the features. It honestly feels like this amp was made specifically for me. Love it

[@gregsbikes]

Cool! I'm thinking about upgrading my old Thr10. The one selling point that you didn't mention is that the usb isn't just for messing with the app or updating the firmware, it is also a great audio interface! I just plug this into my mac and Garageband or Pro Tools automatically recognises it. I can use the Yamaha sounds and/or a flat signal with plug-ins for a great quality, quick recording.

[@discostu2282]

Exactly this. It’s an awesome ‘little’ amp to have in a space where your main amp is not. It is also a really handy and portable way to record clean signals or anything you create in the amp, direct to you DAW with no need for any other plugins or interfaces

[@PhilDietz]

I got the THR10II thinking I could sell my 3 THR10's (classic, modern, extreme).... but in reality the THR10II is clunky to maneuver around. The THR30II has the switch to choose between the 3 amps easily while the THR10II you had to use the phone app. Instead of seeing "Deluxe" or "US Blues" on the modern THR10 knowing its a fender deluxe etc, you now have to map "Clean modern" "clean crunch" or whatever to it. SO I returned the THR10ii. The bigger speakers on the THR30II have always interested me since I play bass thru the THRs on the bass channel. Other cons: they should have a badge on the front identifying the model. There are 3 or 4 THR ii's and its hard to know which is which. They should have made the 30ii red or something completely different.

[@steveDC51]

If you can, do it, I did and no regrets. The only bit of kit I would recommend to someone without them trying it first.

[@Mister_EL.]

I do love classic small valve amps, but boy, these desktop amps are so practical and full featured, you can't go wrong with them.

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Phenomenal amp. I just got one in Black. The Yamaha app gives you much more flexibility in terms of: separate control's for Reverb and Echo (plus) Noise-gate and Compression. I Love the Fender Princeton-like Cleans and gorgeous Reverb. Different Cab's/Speakers make a huge difference-too. Nice Demo Shane.

[@madisspiegel]

I have the original THR10 and it gets the most use out of all amps at home. It's just so convenient to take it to any room in the house and start playing (I'm mostly running it on batteries). Sold my Kemper and my Spark doesn't get so much use either as the THR gets better clean/crunch tones out of the box without having to fiddle too much with the phone/computer apps.

[@dannops]

Nice review. Great little amp. I have both the 20 & 30w versions. Use it on the go and also for bedroom practice. Love that I can play both music via bluetooth and my guitar simultaneously through the unit.

[@marciefree]

Dear Dan, What’s the differences between the 20 & 30 w amps?

[@Claimjumper55]

@@marciefree 10 watts..........jk. The 20 watt, called the THR10 II Wireless has 3" speakers vs 3.5" for the THR30. I think everything else is the same. Oh, and about $80 difference.

[@dannops]

@@marciefree only output wattage and speaker size (3.5 on 30W / 3.0 on 20W). All other features can be had with both. I bought the 20w used for $125 from someone who really needed the cash.

[@marciefree]

@@dannops you guys probably know more than me… for I think the same money why shouldn’t I buy the Marshall Code 50 1x12” combo?

[@dannops]

@@marciefree sadly, the Yamaha is better. I had bought one for my son and he did not like it. If you are running a clean and using your own pedals it might be fine. The emulations on the Code itself are not too great IMO.

[@Mr.D34]

Great amp for those that don't have much time to play and therefore don't want to deal with a regular size amp or pedals. I think it sounds good. I also like the fact that you can edit it via mobile phone instead of plugging it to a computer. I used to have a THR5 for years and really liked it, the clean channel sounds really good and takes pedals really well too. I think that's what sets Yamaha apart from other similar deskop amps.

[@coaldoubt2879]

It takes pedals pretty well too

[@chrishyde1216]

My THR 10C sounds especially good on the bass setting (as a clean channel) and with my Rat and Bad Monkey pedals. Also EQ is very responsive, and worth twiddling to get the sound that you want.

[@Doug5524]

I have had a THR 10C for about 8 years and yes it gets played 2-3 times a week love the stereo, and I would buy the THR30 but have 5 others

[@JustnJeffrsn]

I have the 10w non wireless version and i love it. Sounds great, plenty of features without getting overwhelming, lightweight.

[@battleaxe6108]

Semi driver and getting this for the road. Perfect for travel

[@jamalabdul2009]

Nice amp, however I don’t like the price. I feel that for what it cost, it should do more which I honestly can’t think of what else it would need. Great demo Shane! 🎸🎸🎸😎😎😎

[@shanewalton8888]

I think you are partially paying for the portability. Lots of pop for something so compact. Also runs on a battery.

[@jamalabdul2009]

@@shanewalton8888 True… the technology is there, I’m just turned off by the price.

[@bertbouton7157]

@@jamalabdul2009 if it came with the relay, I'd say it be spot on. Feel like it is about $100 too much. Still got one and still quite pleased. Definitely would not recommend this as a first amp to some one. This was 100% a luxury purchase.

[@jamalabdul2009]

@@bertbouton7157 100% agree!!

[@Jawmsie]

Tried one of these out in a store a few weeks ago and REALLY dug it in the room. Glad to know it records well, too!

[@eddiejr540]

I bought the THR10x used for $300….great sounding amp…way more bass than I thought, I actually have to cut the bass back….great bedroom practice amps 👍

[@msh6865]

That first jam was impressive Shane. You've really developed your playing style. Very tasty. Seems like a great desk top, practice or home studio amp. Price is the thing that will a lot of players back though IMO. Also, when will Yamaha finally release some full size, combo amps and heads that we can gig with? We know they have the ability to make a superior product. Just do it already. 😁

[@Andrey1308K]

Best guitar gear ever. Sold all my other amps and modelers. Line out is great for gigs!!

[@WScott-gd2mj]

Have this and love it, overall. Easy to see and use physical controls, lots of options with no phone or computer needed. I do find the sounds erratic and sort of metallic, and the 3.5 inch speakers are easily overwhelmed. For me, as a home hobbyist, the strength is that it allows for very low volume playing, even at full gain. I use with a Line6 Relay and with that and the built-in battery the portability is nuts -- you can take it to another room or outside completely unplugged, no cables whatsoever. A keeper for me although I wouldn't mind also having a real amp with attenuation.

[@hutchfromba]

Your playing is Awesome Shane. Much better than it was 15 years ago. Thank You for the info & the quality videos. Blues On....💙

[@hutchfromba]

@ƬЄXƬ OƝ 𝐓𝐞l𝐞-𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦👉OFFICIAL_intheblues I got all the equipment I need so give it to somebody else. If you could throw some talent my way, I'll take it. Lol !

[@rabonour]

Highly recommend this amp. I just sold mine because I wanted a Helix and couldn't justify having both, but if you're looking for a nice-looking home amp with basic but solid modeling then it is a great buy.

[@kdubovenko]

I have both this and Helix and for me they fill different niches - I gig with the Helix and use the THR for casual at-home practice.

[@anthonyward8587]

Love that white strat, such a great sound. Great playing once again Shane.

[@dalepal]

That sure does sound great for a portable amp that size. People I know who have these small Yamaha THR amps love them.

[@mkrj2576]

Tried the prior version. Sounded great but for desk top volumes I went with the much less expensive THR 5 which works great. For less money, for louder volumes, I recommend a Katana over the THR 30. The simplicity and sound quality of the THR series is their big strength. I suppose if you never plan on playing with a band the THR30 could be a good option. You reviewed it before, and I still think, for the money, the Joyo dc15s is the best desktop, practice amp.

[@GRBAquatics]

Very Cool Thankyou. Played through one of these when buying my a second hand guitar. WOW, such awesome sounding Amp, and plenty loud and built like a tank.

[@Atttuner]

Nice jam track please try Fabfilter EQ to high cut your high gain rhythm track it will cut all that hiss and focus the mids without needing to boost….

[@chrissolum8323]

I bought one. It’s amazing - sounds good at low volumes and has some real grunt to push it loud. And huge versatility. It’s value for the quality

[@graycolors2879]

And the quality of bluetooth streaming music is great. I use it to stream blues backing tracks.

[@GordonPavilion]

I’ve owned a Yamaha THR30 III for over two years. The price of entry is high, but the usefulness of the thing is beyond the dollars I paid. The extra kicker (in my opinion) is the sound quality of the music I stream through it.

[@graycolors2879]

@@GordonPavilion exactly, the quality of streaming backing tracks makes you wanna play to it.

[@DennisJPolson]

Very nice amp! Seems to sound good, is compact and easy to operate. I also loved the new jam track, Shane! Kudos!

[@astrofreq]

Big props for the Miami Connection poster!

[@AndyRayZed]

have had a couple but i've had the thr30ii for a couple of years now, never misses a beat, wireless is great, battery lasts ages, and some of the custom tones are really pretty amazing, from clean strat to heavy tones, perfect all round home and lounge room jam amp

[@hairnation68]

I own the thr10c and wanted the new thr30iiW for travel because the 10 first gen I own doesn’t have the heavier amp sounds. It sounds better and is so convenient to have added the line6 wireless. Just great to grab and go. Sounds amazing. Have a spark 40 and it just doesn’t sound how it should. Muddy and bassy The thr is so easy to dial in a spectacular tone.

[@ItsaCatsLife]

I have the original THR10, terrific little amp and imho much better looking than the newer model. I don't care about wireless connection or BT, but I do care about price. AUD$799 is outrageous for this no matter how good it might sound. PS: Cool jam track 👍🏻

[@graycolors2879]

The convenience of music streaming by bluetooth is priceless for me. I had THR10X for a while and using 3.5 mm cable into AUX in was putting me off. I don't use wireless anyway, I use guitar cable. Plus the sound coming out of it is very convincing. And I like the looks very much. I don't care about money when this amp makes me play it DAILY. Just imagine how this boosted my skills during 2 years that I own it.

[@DamianS1893]

Shane, Shout Out from Florida... I've been looking for a portable practice amp with the exact capabilities as this amp🤙✌️

[@intheblues]

Awesome mate. Check out this one or the Nux Mighty Space. Both are really cool desktop amps.

[@Irkennalpha]

I’ve had the THR10, the THR100HD and currently own the THR30ii. It’s a whole hub for guitar, acoustic and bass practice, I take it everywhere. This and my iPad it’s the best combo, there’s access to the amp editor, KZbin lessons through the speakers and also Moises backing tracks, it’s gold. Currently I play it with studio monitors cause it sounds much better, it’s a portable speaker for music as well, can’t recommend it anymore.

[@abd-ix5qd]

THR 30ii user on my Ibanez JS1200 here. Great amp. I hope they will make a headphone amp version on this much like the Fender Mustang Micro. Yamaha modeling is just sound close to the real tube amps. Sometimes you just wanted simple and minimalistic. And probably add a drum and looper next time..

[@shanehen]

Got one. Along with the Line 6 Relay. It’s my living room practice amp.

[@slashtrio]

Yamaha THRs are great little Amps for sure. I have been using the original THR10 for several years now. I can say for bedroom volume playing I haven’t found an equal. I am able to get a very cranked overdriven Marshall tone at speaking volume. I further tweak the tone by using their software editor. I love the amp. I recently just got a 100 watt katana MKII and I am struggling so far to find a tone that I like as much as the THR10. Im also having some difficulty regularly connecting to tone studio. Can’t speak to the latest version of the THR but the old is a perfect little bedroom amp.

[@lukaslmguitarcorner]

Great review. I have one as well and it's main living room amp. Love it

[@yinYangMountain]

I keep considering this practice amp. The issues I see are: 1) There are numerous reports the transmitter is terrible. 2) If I want to go from rhythm or crunch to lead, this simply won't work-as there is no spillover; and if a wireless bluetooth pedal is incorporated a bluetooth mobile device won't work simultaneously.

[@zloboslav_]

Wow that intro jam was badass!!! It had this nostalgic feeling like a memory of a night out.

[@rockerbuck967]

I just got the 10 II version, and it's amazing! I agree about the low end, it can be a little bottom heavy. Using the app is a must with this thing, plus it opens up a whole new level of tone shaping. Be sure to upgrade your firmware as soon as you can when you get it!! I have the original THR10C, and it's not going anywhere. I use it to play music from my phone, plus the amp models it come with. Yamaha makes some amazing stuff for sure. It pairs GREAT with my Yamaha Pacifica, but that's no surprise lol.

[@HansKarlsson1971]

Had a SPARK40…. Did not like it… bought the THR30II and i love it🙌

[@ondmon818]

great review, i have the 20II and love it, makes me play more .Folk are drawn to the spark with it's 1000's of features but i love the yam's simplicity.

[@SidBonkers51]

I have a Yamaha THR10C and its a great little amp that doesnt look out of place in my living room and it sounds pretty good too. I cant however see why anyone would want a 30w version of it!

[@agdtec]

This amp family was released in 2012 so its 12 years old now. Hopefully Yamaha will update it to include a lopper and digital audio out at some point.

[@IamMusicNerd]

Ever since I got a Katana mk2 100w head, and found out there is a built in practice speaker in it, I have never seen the need for a practice amp anymore. The Katana head can be a practice amp, a studio amp, and an actual powerful gigging amp, all in one. The Spark, Yamaha, etc are not powerful enough to do that. And the Katana has even more great sounding effects than the Spark, or Yamaha, or other practice amps. It’s not much more expensive either. No contest in my opinion.

[@SDisonYT]

Exactly. The Boss Katana Head is the best practice amp, because it’s small, powerful, sounds great, inexpensive, and can be used as a full gigging amp as well. No other practice amp can compete with that.

[@lazvt8469]

200K Subs!! Kudos. You must have dropped some JBs into that green PRS SE....I may have gotten the idea from you. Love it!

[@Ninjametal]

I have a THR30, and I think it's got its charm and uses. I agree with the people who said it sounds more like a recorded version of an amp than an actual amp. That has benefits though, as when jamming to tracks over bluetooth, it blends nicely. I have taken this to a band practice that the drummer wasn't going at...the drummer showed up, and the little Yamaha was actually loud enough to hear myself...however; it sounded thin and anemic compared to the Fenders and Marshalls I'm used to, and I wished I had brought any of my other amps... (In the THR's defense, I wouldn't say that was it's intended purpose. ) I have also had great results in taking the little THR out to the shore of a lake, and rocking out. For recording, I don't use it much for guitar, but I like using it for both recording bass and bringing in reference tracks to my DAW. (through bluetooth play) The wireless aspect wasn't that impressive to me, as my line6 relay g10 had a lot of signal loss/coloration I didn't like, and the transmitter broke pretty quickly. I much prefer my old, trusty Audio Technica belt-pack wireless/receiver that connects to any amp, and has its own gain control. As a bluetooth speaker, the THR is great. I don't use it as an interface through usb at all. My conclusions: it's awesome for being portable, and is a versatile practice rig. I think the THR is twice as expensive as it should be, but I'm not young, and I think that about a lot of stuff...

[@sunnys3325]

I've had one for many years. I own the older green Metal version THR10X. The BEST desktop amp out there. There is no comparison to others like it

[@5.15]

Nice enough practice amp but I sold mine and bought back a Fender Mustang I v2. Slightly bigger but way better sounding. The size of the speakers let the THR30II down big time. I bought a nice and cheap wireless set from Aliexpress for 50 bucks or so because that was the only thing I really liked about the Yamaha.

[@WeeFreeMan78]

Funny, I had the exact opposite experience. I had the Mustang and when I tried the thr10x, the Mustang sounded like a fart can. I sold it dirt cheap cause I lost all interest in it. Well, to each their own I guess 🙄

[@shalomshalom735]

Loved your video man! Truly! Very helpful. Few comments/suggestions: You best placing the second cam in front of amp, not back. This way we can read how you dial the knobs and it won't get upsidedown. If you don't mind doing a follow up video showing the app (phone app, or desktop/laptop app) that will be great as well. If you can even show if/how we can record the amp using the software (if it's even possible) that will be even better. Lastly, a question: what did you mean about the wireless Line6 transmitter? it isn't part of this amp and I didn't see you used it in the video so a bit unclear what you meant when you said that. Yo man, great video again, it looks like a great amp. Great channel.

[@permculture]

you don't have to use the line 6 wireless, plug your no-name brand wireless receiver into the 1/4" input jack and the transmitter into your guitar and you are wireless

[@shanewalton8888]

this looks like something I could use at work.

[@nvr2old700]

Bought the original THR10 and 10C a few years ago. Sold them. But quickly realized what a great practice amp they were (after trying the spark and katana). Bought another THR10 and it’s truly the best desk top practice amp around IMO. Really don’t think the new models are better aside from the modern, classic, and boutique switches that can be replicated with the THR online tone app and saved. Also disappointed that “intheblues” didn’t play any blues or rock aside from high gain sounds. Makes me wonder if the amp isn’t really that good on those modes.

[@garyatkins4479]

Price is crazy , I can’t seem to get past that to purchase one

[@synonyx]

Believe the hype. I own one. The amp sounds beautiful for cleans and light gain tones. Does acoustic well too. It doesn’t do metal great though. You really need to build your presets though through the app to get the most out of it. For the price, they should include the wireless dongle though. Great for playing with backing tracks too. I like it better than my spark. I use it as my travel amp.

[@bertbouton7157]

I was able to get some decent to good metal tones with the right guitar...but man it took a lot more fiddling than all the other tones.

[@theRobertDG]

If you're watching this video and considering purchasing this amp, I say you can go ahead and buy it without fear of regret. I just got one yesterday and I love it. One of the best music gear purchases I've made in a while.

[@motokev2727]

Yamaha makes great innovative stuff.

[@niptodstan]

I've had a thr10 for years. It's a great amp.

[@paulburton5150]

I have one of the original thr10's. Perfect for home use. It sees more action than my tube amp and spark. It outlived my katana also. I have a cheap Bluetooth receiver plugged in for backing tracks and a line 6 wireless unit for the guitar. So convenient, takes up little room and looks and sounds great. The new units are a bit pricey imo though

[@castleanthrax1833]

A bit pricey? That's an understatement. $750 is a lot to pay for a practice amp like this.

[@ronhutcherson9845]

Erino Yumiki uses a THR amp in nearly all her videos. It goes great with her strats.

[@SomeKindOfMadman]

I appreciate your honesty Shane. Thanks for the demo.

[@beyondinfinity3876]

Thr for life!

[@shadowminister4090]

When our son went to Uni to study music, we bought him a 5- string Yamaha bass and he still uses it. Anything Yamaha is good! I've seen a lot of reviews of these amps, and most can't make it sing like Shane did! That said, I'm not sure whether it is as versatile as as some of it's competitors and personally, it'd be great if it had a drum/ rythum accompaniment. Sadly, the sticker price is a turn off.

[@AutismRocksOfficial]

Sounds great! Love hearing you play ✌

[@YouTubeHandlesAreMoronic]

Sounds "tinny" and small. Same problem I noticed when auditioning the THR10 in person, several years back.

[@Rocktalk101]

I have always wanted to try one of these out I think I might have to just pick one up to ad to the amp collection.

[@elwynsmiles]

The sound is actually even better than your demo here. The amp is stereo and you only have the mic on one speaker so you’re not getting the true stereo spread. It really fills the room and is LOUD 😀

[@georgeeagle183]

Awesome playing man, very musically !!!! Can i ask the backing track??

[@jorgemiro1613]

Nice amp, versatile. Portable battery power and wall power adapter. All around good amp however at twice the price of the spark I was disappointed there was no looper or foot switch, that would have completed the package and justified the heavy price tag for the little amp. Microphone 🎤 option and line out where definitely a plus. Video as all in the blues was excellently presented, detailed and produced. When it comes to product review videos; in the blues is the standard for all to follow. Great video Shane!

[@5150show]

Yes

[@danpritchett5617]

Worth every penny. And more. I had one and sold it when I got the green one, which has presets more to my taste. They don't make the green one, anymore. Bu to be honest the one in the video is ALL YOU WILL EVER NEED! GET ONE, YOU GUITAR KNUCKLEHEADS.

[@brianmiller3287]

I have the thr-30, and it's really good. I also have a Katana air... It's a matter of taste, but I usually prefer the katana. I go back and forth. Between the two, I barely touch my collection of expensive, big, loud, heavy amps...

[@toddflowers8052]

I love mine mate !!! Great demo and review as always !!!

[@hellodrjeckyl]

If I was in the market for something like this I think I'd just get the Katana 50, turn the volume down and save some money.

[@jaunianise4172]

It would be nice if you tested the quality of the headphone jack too. Putting a grade out of 10 on each close-up amp would allow us to consider the possibility of making it an overnight amp. For having tested personally, the spark amp is the best on the headphones of those I had in hand, but I don't have the chance to see as much gear as you.

[@nedim_guitar]

That PRS SE in Tampas Green is a cool guitar! It's kinda on my wishlist, I just have to get rid of some stuff, including a couple of guitars. That amp is great too, you can't go wrong with Yamaha.

[@Armagedon197238]

Have one, my best amp for home training by far. I can use it everywhere as amp and bluetooth speaker. And the look is awesome. All my friends love my bluetooth speakers vintage look. 😂 My only negative point, yamaha give me back my lead simulation i had on the thr II. I miss so much this damn plexi sound. 😅 The new lead sound in normal mode is not as good in my opinion.

[@chrisforrest4581]

Hello from Detroit, Great review Shane I love my THR 30 II but I wish it sounded more like a tube amp, have you tried it with any of the tube gain pedals you have reviewed ? I'd love to know how they sound through this amp. Thanks

[@GreenDistantStar]

A non-standard power-supply socket means if you lose the non-standard cable and connector supplied, and don't have at least one spare, you have a brick. So I'd be stocking up on them.

[@toliskoskinas]

The features and simplicity are mind-blowing, i had it and and it was super fun to play. BUT, there’s something going on with the digital processor and the latency, this particular model was “plastic” feeling when the pick hit the string, especially in the low gain settings. Well worth the price because of features, stereo speakers, quality effects, size and everything, just didn’t make it for me 🤷‍♂️

[@Juzz88]

Would love to see a review of the Spark amp range. A lot of reviews say it's really bass heavy, but is that a deal breaker for a bedroom guitarist that just wants a ton of different tones without having to buy different amps and pedals?

[@chrishyde1216]

I have the THR 10C and love it, especially on clean or bass. Takes pedals well. But the 30II is expensive when compared with, say, the Katana 100. The Katana can be switched to 0.5W for home use, has lots of in-built effects and editing capability, and an effects loop. But just in terms of the sounds for low volume home use, which is better?

[@chrishyde1216]

​​​@@The_Invisible_SelfThat's a fair assessment. The Katana is more of a compromise at low volumes as it can go up to gig volumes. Still very good though. I wonder if better plugged into a smaller speaker or studio monitors. BTW there is a work around for an effects loop on the THR, using the line outs.

[@Africoz2]

good review, thank you. Any chance you could review the THR30IIA acoustic guitar version one day?

[@jamieb7799]

I own it and absolutely love it. Always Great reviews mate 👍

[@FantasticF113]

*YES* Please!!

[@finishin.my.coffee8780]

I had the original version. It was difficult to get feedback out of it.

[@bertbouton7157]

Have not had this issue with the new one. The now one also has a noise gate you can add in on the app/desktop

[@dragan4658]

This is definately an amp worth having for anyone looking for a portable amplifier! To nitpick is to say that the entire amp would look better if the entire casing was metal & the same colour as the front.

[@DMSProduktions]

Mr. Fabulous has the THR100 head, it's killer!

[@mkrj2576]

I’ve always wanted to try that. Strikes me as a great sounding, far simpler Katana.

[@scottreynolds6317]

A friend of mine has this amp and loves it! Thanks Shane for reviewing it, sounds like a lot of fun!!! 🎸🔥🎸🔥🎸

[@france4me117]

Brilliant review indeed! I was wondering, can this Yamaha THR30II be used for Yamaha Montage 88 Workstation? Thank you once again

[@shuster1921]

Great Review Again!! Do you recommend this over the Nux Might Space you reviewed recently Shane? Or which would you choose as your desert island amp? Thanks!