Hi! I hope you don’t mind giving some advice on buying a desktop amp. I’m talking basically about those amp sims with full range mini-speakers. I’ve been playing for years, but I’ve been using amp sims. I’ve previously owned tube amps, but found them inconvenient for practicing and always ended up playing unplugged. I also tried vox amPlug, which was better, but I also dislike having headphones on while playing. So I primarily want a desktop amp that would inspire me to play more.
I’ve looked at various ones online (I don’t really have an opportunity to try them live), which makes a decision very hard.
My list so far:
- Yamaha THR30
- Positive Grid Spark 40
- Hotone Pulze
- Nux mighty space
I also don’t have great PC speakers, so maybe I could also use it as general speaker there. Do you have experience on any of those? Some others? Any advice?
Thanks!
Edit:
Ordered a Nux Mighty Space, it could take a week or two before it arrives. I’ll post an update once I get it. Thanks everyone!
Do you think there’s anything to be gained from going one size up? It’s stereo, perhaps near-field, it might sound better with some stereo effects? Currently, I’m thinking either Spark or Nux Mighty space. Spark is a lot cheaper, though.
I don’t really know, tbh. I’ve never played or even heard a 40 in person. I got the mini because it was cheap(ish) and I wanted the portability. The sound quality was a pleasant surprise because I wasn’t expecting much. But it’s great for carrying around to different rooms if I want to change scenery while I’m practicing.