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I previously owned a Spark 40 and sold it because the app just felt very "beta". I also wasn't happy with the bass-heavy sound and the hum issue that affected early units.
I heard good things that some of the issues I had with the app had been resolved.
So the Spark Go arrives and straight out the box sounds very impressive for such a small unit apart from some severe speaker clipping when played reasonably loud. I installed the firmware update and downloaded the app only to find that bluetooth keeps disconnecting the device from my phone (Google Pixel 7 running Android 13). After trying all the troubleshooting tips on the PG website the problem persists. I've opened a ticket with PG support. Really disappointed. These products just keep letting me down.
PG tech support suggested that I change my Google Pixel 7 screen refresh rate from 90 to 60Hz and the Bluetooth connection between phone and Spark Go has been solid for days. Result!
I just tested it with "25 or 6 to 4" by Chicago and "Jackie" by Scott Walker to see how it handles some significant dynamic range and it held up well. Nice and clear and surprisingly loud. The speaker doesn't clip at high volume when streaming music the way it can when pushing it too hard with guitar.
The first time I heard it I was totally blown away. You can't help but be caught up in his tour de force performance. Breathless and breath-taking!
Can I ask how you're getting with the Spark Go and NUX Air?
I am in exactly the same position - looking for a simple amp for use in the lounge. I initially thought of the Boss Katana Mini which would be my first choice due to its simplicity. But as it doesn't have reverb that kind of excludes it for me as I really prefer to have an amp with reverb - I use a reverb pedal with my main amp but the point of this amp is to just plug in and have no pedals.
So I'm looking at the Spark Go or the Mightly Air. I also see NUX have just released the Mighty Lite MK2, but so far it's not available in the UK.
I'd me interested in your updated views.
Thanks
I should point out I live in a small cottage and have a proper amp, pedalboard , etc in an outbuilding but do most of my playing in the house whenever I get time. A tiny amp that's out of the way and can stay in the bedroom or be carried into the summerhouse just works perfectly for me.
I reckon they'll all be much of a muchness and it comes down to what features you need most