Practice Guitar Amp! ( THR30ii vs Positive Spark?)

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Kong Hang Yu

over 3 years ago

Hi everyone!

Ibanez AZES as reckon by Tomo is now available in my country and I am excited in getting one!

In regards to AMP, I am looking for a light-weighted amp that can be used in my living room (staying with my family currently), that do not look too out of place really. I find bluetooth along with wireless really helpful with less cables around and jamming along with it. I thought it will be very helpful that I can play Tomo's lessons through the THR30ii amp and playing along with it. That's pretty cool!

Yamaha THR30ii seems highly recommended upon researching through Youtube. It looks very nice, has a boutique look, has bluetooth, wireless enabled, easy to use and has a pretty clean tone. Has anyone had any experience with THR30ii or Positive Grid Spark? Would like to hear from the community here! Any other suggestions are welcomed too!

Thank you and looking forward to pick my first electric guitar soon! Probably gonna pick the red one in honour of Tomo sensei!

MAX

over 3 years ago

I have the positive grid spark amp and I really enjoy it and looks great.
It comes with an app for your phone so you can play music through Bluetooth. The app plays songs from YouTube and has the chords as well. However it only tells you whether it’s major or minor, only sometimes will it pick up a dom 7 for example and will just say it’s a major.
As for the sound, I think it’s pretty good and the app comes with a lot of presets and effects. I like this feature as I don’t own any pedals.
It’s my first and only amp so I don’t have anything to judge it against but I hope this helps.

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Kong Hang Yu

over 3 years ago

Hey Max!

Thanks for the response! I heard alot of great stuff about Positive Grid Spark Amp too! It just such a shame that I can't get hold of one in Malaysia currently. Might explore if they do ship overseas, and hopefully it doesn't cost me a bomb doing so!

Cheers Mate!

George Mattingly Mod

over 3 years ago

Here is Tomo's comment:

"Thanks so much for subscribing to my Guitar Wisdom. It is great to learn that you are excited about the Ibanez AZES series! I don’t own that Yamaha amp, but I know It’s popular. The BOSS Katana amp is a good one! I hope other Guitar Wisdom subscribers will post their thoughts here."

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Kong Hang Yu

over 3 years ago

Thanks George and Tomo!

Melvin C

over 3 years ago

My brother uses the Katana Air which already has a wireless transmitter. It's pretty good for the size and loud enough as a practice amp but wouldn't take it out for a gig.

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Kong Hang Yu

over 3 years ago

Hey Melvin!

Yes Katana Air is another one that I have been eyeing on too! Looks pretty slick as well. I'll probably research more into their functionalities vs Spark AMP and THR30ii.

Thanks for the input!

k9photo

over 3 years ago

I'm a total beginner. I just (today) joined Guitar Wisdom. I have a Blackstar FLY 3. I power it using rechargeable NiMH AA batteries and I can use it for several days before needing to recharge the batteries. I am very pleased with it. The version I have does NOT have Bluetooth, but they now offer a version that does. Hope this helps.
Bob
Orlando, FL

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Kong Hang Yu

over 3 years ago

Hey mate!

Yes Blackstar Fly 3 is definitely a value buy! Just thought of going with one with Bluetooth and built in batteries. I have come to a point where I am willing to pay abit more for convenience. (Personally preference really!) Didn't know they have a later version with Bluetooth though! Will certainly look into it!

Thanks alot!

Gordon Brooks

over 3 years ago

Boss Waza Air are a great headphone option if noise for others is a problem. I own them and they are great. I also hear that the Fender Mustang Micro is a great option as well, and much cheaper. I do not have any experience with the Fender option but have a friend that says it is really good.

William Shea

over 3 years ago

Hi, I have the mustang micro. It is pretty good. I use at night when the kids go to sleep. It is small and can be used as a usb c recording interface to your computer and has Bluetooth. But, for your first amp thou I would go with something with a speaker. Primary reason for this is that you should share your accomplishments with your friends and family.