The Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL makes dynamic guitar sounds accessible to anybody with enough space on their desk: This lunchbox-sized combo comes loaded with over 52 amp simulations, 49 studio-grade effects of all shapes and sizes, and an integrated 80-second looper with 40 drum grooves. All this makes it the perfect companion for practising at home and jam sessions with friends. It has a 10W stereo output amplifier and a pair of 2" speakers, which create an immersive spatial sound, especially when using the reverb and modulation effects. In addition to that, the compact SD10i – which measures only 233x133x140mm and weighs under 2kg – is equipped with a USB-C connection for direct recording or for playing external audio via USB on-the-go, as well as Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and a headphone jack for practising silently. Mooer's proprietary iAMP app is designed to provide comprehensive access to all the amp's settings, and the rechargeable battery makes it easy to join in a session anywhere and everywhere.
The SD10i's control panel is clear, simple, and very user-friendly. The Amp knob lets guitarists quickly switch between one of nine pre-programmed sounds, which can be created and altered in advance using the iAMP app: The range of amp models covers everything from classic vintage amps to modern models, offering warm clean sounds, dynamic crunch, or precise high-gain intensity. The initial setup can be complemented with a variety of effects, from classics like reverb and delay to specialities like a ring modulator or Q-filter. The Mooer SD10i Modelling Combo BL offers a total of ten banks of effects, with each bank comprising four presets: When the device is not actively paired with the iAMP app, the Preset button on the control panel can be used to toggle between the four presets in the current bank. Finally, the Instrument and Audio control dials make it easy to adjust the mix between the sound of the guitar and any external audio source.
The Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL is the perfect amp for guitarists who are looking for a compact, versatile amp for their bedroom setup or the next jam session – at a price that won't break the bank. Beginners in particular will soon feel at home using this affordable little workhorse, because it's so easy to operate using the app. More advanced musicians, on the other hand, will appreciate the impressive sound quality of the amp models and effects, which were developed using MNRS technology and thus represent a serious alternative to the far more expensive originals. And every user will enjoy getting creative or pepping up their practice sessions with the practical extras like the looper and the drum tracks. All in all, the Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL is a good choice for amateurs and semi-pro guitarists alike – anyone who values a flexible range of sounds and simple operation.
Mooer is based in the Chinese city of Shenzhen and has been making products for guitarists since 2010, which include compact single pedals through to multi-effects units and compact amplifiers. The company initially produced a range of mini pedals before making perhaps its most significant breakthrough in 2016 with the sophisticated Ocean Machine delay pedal, which was designed in collaboration with Devin Townsend. Mooer's product range now also includes solutions that feature amp modelling, IR-based speaker simulation, and matching equalisers, and the company's focus remains firmly on the use of digital technology.
The Mooer SD10i Modeling Guitar Combo BL is, above all, versatile, and can be used in a huge variety of scenarios and settings. For practice sessions at home, for instance, it can be connected to a smartphone or tablet to patch in backing tracks or tutorials. It is more than compact enough to bring along to a jam session at a friend's house, where a whole band can get creative with the drum tracks and looper. And the SD10i even has enough power for intimate live gigs in cafés, bars, and the like, where the 10W of output – if run through a pair of full-range speakers – is enough to fill smaller spaces with sound. Finally, it's also a flexible tool for a home studio, where experienced musicians can make the best use of its great range of amps and effects.
iAMP App
The Mooer iAMP app, which can control the SD10i via any smartphone or tablet, provides a clear and user-friendly interface for accessing and managing the combo's 49 amp types and all the parameters of the many dynamic and modulation effects. It also includes well-structured representations of the 40 drum grooves, the metronome function, and the loop station. Additionally, the app allows users to connect to the Mooer Cloud, which provides access to the countless presets that other users worldwide have made available for download. Of course, users can also upload their own presets and share them with the community.