How to Fix Spark GO USB Audio Input Issue on macOS 26 – Help Center

The Spark GO USB audio input issue on computers running macOS 26 has been resolved by updating the amp’s firmware.

Why this happened

macOS 26 introduced updates to how the system handles USB audio devices. As a result, some Spark GO units may experience unreliable audio input when connected to a Mac running macOS 26. The latest firmware update improves compatibility with macOS 26 and ensures stable USB audio recording performance.

How to Update Spark GO Firmware on a Mac Running macOS 26

Download the Spark GO firmware updater: Download Here
Unzip the file: spark_go_firmware_updater_mac_v1_15_0_209_bt_1_96.zip
Right-click the updater app and select Open.

If you see a security warning, please follow this guide to allow the app to run: How to Bypass macOS Security Warnings
Follow the instructions shown in the updater to complete the firmware update for Spark GO.

Do not disconnect Spark GO or close the updater while the update is in progress.
Wait until the firmware update finishes. The amp will turn off automatically when the update is complete.

If you see “updater quit unexpectedly,” keep the firmware updater open. It should finish the update process shortly afterward.