YAMAHAWireless Desktop 15 Guitar Amps and 8 Effects and Rechargeable Battery, Bluetooth-Enabled, Black, 30W ((THR30II WL BL))

After an extensive search for the perfect compact home amplifier, I've finally found it in the Yamaha THR30II. I've been using a Fender Champ 25 SE but wanted something smaller. As a jazz guitarist who has experimented with numerous amps... Henriksen, Milkman, ZT, DV Mark, vintage Polytone, Vox Clubman 60, Positive Grid Spark... I can confidently say the THR30II stands out from the crowd. I initially dismissed the THR30II, assuming it would produce a thin, insubstantial sound unworthy of a "real" amp. However, my preconceptions were completely shattered upon trying it.𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆The THR30II delivers an impressive audio experience with rich, room-filling sound. It produces warm, clear, clean tones for jazz, and surprisingly robust bass response. The "Classic" amp settings to my ear are the best and legit give tube-amp tones that I found particularly appealing. One of the amp's standout features is its ability to dial in precise tones. It's highly responsive to adjustments, making it easy to achieve pretty much any tone. The built-in compression is effective, and I've found my sweet spot with a modified Classic > Bass amp preset, tweaking the EQ to my liking (rolling back the bass a bit, turning down the treble, and upping the mids + some compression).𝗨𝘀𝗲𝗿-𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀The THR30II has intuitive controls for quick tone adjustments. Its companion app, contrary to some negative reviews, has worked flawlessly for me and unlocks additional potential in the amp. The combination of hardware controls and software options strikes a nice balance, allowing for deep customization without overwhelming the user.𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝟰𝟬While the Spark 40 is a capable and feature-rich alternative, the THR30II just plain sounds better. Its sound is more authentic, better representing the guitar's natural tone. It strikes a balance between versatility and simplicity. It offers enough options to dial in your desired tone without overwhelming you with choices. This approach encourages spending more time actually playing and less time tweaking settings or scrolling through endless presets.The THR30II also aligns with my belief that most of a guitarist's tone comes from their fingers. With its plethora of features and endless presets, I feel the Spark masks your instrument's character, while the THR30II amplifies your guitar without getting in the way of your playing. It doesn't feel like a mask or a crutch but rather an extension of your instrument. This philosophy extends to my thoughts on the upcoming Spark 2. While having even MORE features can be exciting, it's crucial to remember that great music has been made on much simpler equipment. The risk of getting lost in a sea of options is real, and it can detract from the essential practice of simply playing and improving your craft.So for those seeking a compact, high-quality amplifier for home use, the Yamaha THR30II is an outstanding choice. I'm so happy with it. It offers an impressive combination of authentic tone, versatility, and user-friendly features that make it perfect for practice, recording, or intimate performances. After trying numerous options, I can finally say my search for the ideal at-home amp is over.

This is the perfect little home practice amp, especially if you get the wireless bug for your guitar. I normally jam in the living room, but if someone is watching TV when I get the urge to rock out, I just grab my amp & guitar and go somewhere else. No cords to mess with and need to have a power outlet available. Using the phone app you get more control of some tone shaping aspects of the amp that you can't do with the knobs, so that is helpful. And, I love that you can Bluetooth sound from your phone to the amp. I've always been a rhythm player, but since I got this amp I've been having lots of fun practicing guitar solos by sending YouTube backing tracks to the amp and playing along with them. It is a bit expensive, considering that for the same money, you could buy a big, powerfull amp that you could play gigs with, but as convenient as this little amp is, I dont have a single regret about spending the money to buy it, and if I were ever so inclined, the line-outs on it could be used to plug into something big enough for a gig setting.

Its amazing... like my ballsack

Liked: sound is very good, about 80% fidelity of the Axe FX 3.Didn’t like: wrong model and didn’t match the box’s model number, but it wasn’t worth the hassle to return it. Wasn’t opened.

Thats a great amp loved tht

Great product !

What to do when you need service?6 months old… used 10 times….Could be a simple fix…

I was on the fence on this amp, but boy is it killer. For me the sound quaility, wireless option and recording options make it just perfect for me at home. Love being able to get very satisfying tones at low volumes. Effects are more than good enough. There are way more sounds in here than I initially thought. Have not recorded with it yet, but I am sure it will work for my modest needs. I don't normally leave many reviews, but this little amp has really inspired me to play more, and hopefully my playing will improve as a result!