Spark MINI Firmware Update (Tutorial Video) – Help Center

Through our ongoing pursuit of the perfect tone, you’ll enjoy significantly improved sound flexibility with optimizations to EQ Scenario and other various fixes with this firmware update.

For more information about the firmware version, please refer to the Spark MINI Firmware Release Notes.

This firmware is for Spark MINI ONLY.

Using this updater with any other Spark model such as Spark 40, Spark GO, or Spark LIVE may result in potential damage to your amplifier. Ensure that you are using the correct updater for your device to avoid any risks or issues.

Spark MINI Firmware Updater

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System Requirement: macOS 10.13 or later / Windows 8 or later.
The updater does NOT run on Linux, ChromeOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android, or any other systems.

Tutorial Video

Instructions

Before starting the process

Back up your custom presets to the ToneCloud, Spark App, or your Dropbox account before you proceed with the firmware update.
See also: Backup & Restore Tone Presets

Please be informed:

Make sure the Spark MINI is not connected to any other devices via Bluetooth.
Make sure the Spark MINI is not connected to the computer via a USB cable.

Download and unzip/extract the Spark MINI firmware updater to your computer.
Launch the firmware updater:
- For Mac users, please unzip the "Spark_MINI_Firmware_Updater_Mac_vx_xx_x_xx" file, then right-click on "Spark MINI Firmware Updater" and select "Open".
  
  ① After encountering the warning window, click 'OK,' then right-click on the Spark MINI Firmware Updater and select 'Open' again.
  ② You will encounter the warning window once more. Please click 'Open' to proceed with executing the updater.
- For Windows users, please right-click on the "Spark_MINI_Firmware_Updater_Win_vx_xx_x_xx.exe" and select "Run as Administrator" to proceed.
Connect Spark MINI to your computer using the supplied USB cable and power it on, then click "OK. Go Next".
Long press and hold the Pair and Power buttons on the rear panel of the Spark MINI until all preset LEDs start to blink. The firmware updater will automatically detect if the update is available.
Click the red ‘Update Firmware’ button to start the update process.

Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off your Spark MINI/computer while updating.

For Mac users, since Spark MINI firmware v1.9.2, an additional program (Python v2.7) is required to be installed for the firmware update to proceed. Please rest assured that this program is in no way harmful to your computer and personal information. If you wish, you may uninstall the program after the firmware update is completed.
The firmware update is complete when you see the ‘Spark MINI is Up-to-Date’ message. Click ‘Done’, and Spark MINI will automatically turn off.

If attempts to update the firmware keep failing, please try to update the firmware with a different computer.
Also, try resetting your Spark amp to factory default before the next attempt.
Done! Now power up your Spark MINI and start jamming.
You can check the firmware version of the Spark MINI by clicking on the product card when it's connected to the Spark app.

To verify if the latest firmware is installed, please refer to the Spark MINI Firmware Release Notes.

Troubleshooting

Q: My computer does not detect Spark MINI.

A: Please attempt to connect to a different USB port directly on the rear of your computer and refrain from using a USB hub.

Q: After the firmware update, Spark MINI cannot be connected via Bluetooth.

A: Navigate to the Bluetooth settings of your device, unpair or forget the previous connection with Spark MINI Audio, and then open the Spark app to connect Tone Control before connecting Spark MINI Audio.

Q: What should I do if the updater gets stuck at 2% or shows Error Code: -2?

A: Try running the updater again and see if that resolves the issue.

Q: If the Bluetooth update is interrupted midway (between 5% and 37%), what should I do?

A: Do not immediately reconnect the USB for updating. Wait for about one to two minutes until the device shuts down on its own, then restart it before attempting to communicate with the updater again.

Q: After the firmware update, all four preset LEDs on Spark MINI start flashing when powered on.

A: Please reach out to the Positive Grid Support team by submitting a support ticket here with the Spark MINI's serial number. Our support team will provide you with an alternative firmware updater and instructions.