# Interactive Smart Amplifiers Positive Grid's Spark Amp Can Play Music Alongside the User By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-11-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-amp References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/10/25/positive-grid-spark-amp/) & [positivegrid](https://www.positivegrid.com/spark) The Positive Grid 'Spark Amp' is able to help the owner play music with a [mobile app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notewize-guitar-lessons) that works alongside the user's unique style. The system is able to synthesize a drum beat and a baseline that can accompany the owner's jam. The Spark Amp system is also able to work with voice commands, enabling users to change the [accompanying genre of music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandbox). The Spark Amp will be available to consumers in December at a $299 price point. However, the system will be $120 cheaper for those who pre-order the unit. Positive Grid’s Spark Amp is able to do more than most [conventional amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-katanamini-x) on the market. The added capabilities could make it a popular option amongst consumers. Image Credit: Positive Grid ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Interactive Music Apps:** Developing mobile apps that work alongside musical instruments to help users play music - **Smart Amplifiers:** Creating amplifiers that offer more capabilities than conventional options and can work with mobile apps - **Voice-controlled Music Tech:** Integrating voice commands with musical instruments or amps for easy use ### Where This Applies - **Music Instrument Manufacturing:** Innovating on musical instruments and amplifiers to integrate more technology for an enhanced user experience. - **Mobile App Development:** Developing apps for music instruments and amps that offer interactive capabilities, such as synthesis, drum beats, and baselines. - **Retail:** Offering smart amplifiers that can work with mobile apps or offer voice control for buyers looking for added capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Portable Amp PA Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-live.md) - [Portable Connected Musician Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/positive-grid-spark-mini.md) - [Palm-Sized Portable Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/positive-grid-spark-go.md) - [Miniature Guitar Practice Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-practice-amp.md) - [Headphone-Connected Guitar Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/positive-grid-spark-neo.md) - [Smartphone-Controlled Bass Amp Heads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bass-amp-head.md) - [Ultra-Advanced All-in-One Musician Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-studio.md) - [All-in-One Commercial Media Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbot-smart-amp.md) - [Practice-Promoting Guitar Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/practice-guitar-amplifier.md)