Spark LIVE - FAQ

Spark LIVE is a complete 4-channel smart amp + PA system with amp modeling, effects, DSP, and the Spark app. Spark CAB is a passive full-range cabinet designed to extend a Spark amp's sound - no modeling, no DSP, no instrument preamp.

Pick Spark LIVE as a standalone amp / PA. Pick Spark CAB (or Spark CAB 2) when you already own a Spark amp (40, 2, MINI, GO, PEDAL) and want to extend its sound.

No. Spark LIVE is a complete standalone amplifier with its own amp models, effects, and DSP. You just plug in your instrument and go.

Spark LIVE also works as a PA for other sources (keyboards, mics via external preamp, line-level gear) through its multiple inputs.

Spark LIVE can be placed either vertically (upright) or horizontally. Both orientations work acoustically. Horizontal placement angles the speakers upward for stage monitor use; vertical placement provides a more traditional PA / wedge projection.

Pick the orientation that fits your stage or room setup.

Spark LIVE uses the same Spark app as other Spark amps, with additional proprietary features unique to Spark LIVE:

• New effects and presets tailored for vocals, acoustic guitar, and bass
• Two DSP-capable inputs (Input 1 & Input 2)
• Mixer View for multi-channel control
• Sonic IQ (room optimization)

Input 2 on Spark LIVE comes with 10+ new preamps and effect pedals for vocal, acoustic guitar, and bass:

Only Input Channels 1 and 2 are compatible with the Spark app's signal chain and support built-in effects.

• Input Channel 1: The Spark app can fully control and save the entire signal chain.
• Input Channel 2: The Spark app can manage certain aspects of the signal chain. You can add preamps and effects for acoustic / bass / vocal use.
• Input Channels 3 & 4: Do NOT support built-in effects from the Spark app.

Sonic IQ is Spark LIVE's built-in room optimization feature. It analyzes the acoustic environment and tunes the output of Spark LIVE to match the room, delivering a cleaner, more consistent sound at any venue.

You can enable, disable, or re-calibrate Sonic IQ from the Spark app.

Spark LIVE has four inputs:

• Channels 1 & 2: XLR / 1/4" combo inputs
• Channels 3 (mono/L) & 4 (mono/R): Stereo-capable

This makes it compatible with guitars, basses, acoustic / electric instruments (with pickups), microphones, keyboards, and more.

Note: Spark LIVE does not provide phantom power. Condenser microphones require an external preamp with phantom power.

No. Spark LIVE does not have +48V phantom power onboard.

To use a condenser microphone with Spark LIVE, you'll need an external preamp with phantom power.

No. The main speaker on Spark LIVE will not be muted when the Line Out is connected to a console, mixer, or other device. This lets you use Spark LIVE as your own stage monitor while sending signal to FOH.

You can also configure this behavior from the Spark app - see Control the main output mute / unmute behavior with the line out.

• Input 1 & 2: Unbalanced inputs for guitar or bass, with balanced XLR for standard dynamic microphones.
• Input 3 & 4 (combo jack): Accept either 1/4" (6.3mm) or XLR connectors. 1/4" connections are unbalanced; XLR connections are balanced.
• Outputs on Spark LIVE: Balanced XLR Line Outs; unbalanced 1/4" alternative.

Yes. Spark LIVE supports an optional Spark Battery (sold separately):

• Detachable rechargeable lithium battery
• Up to 10 hours of playtime at mid-volume

See Install / remove Spark Battery in / from Spark LIVE.

No footswitch is included.

Spark LIVE is compatible with:

• Spark Control X (sold separately) - full standalone footswitch control without the Spark app
• Spark Control (sold separately) - connects via the Spark app

See Connect Spark LIVE to the Spark Control X.

There are currently no plans for a white / pearl edition of Spark LIVE.

The grille cloth is part of the cabinet construction and is not user-replaceable.