About This Item
Description
The Hotone Pulze AP-30BK (Eclipse) is a 30W stereo Bluetooth modeling amplifier with a 4" touchscreen, built for practicing, recording and small-room playing.
Pulze combines Hotone's CDCM HD and F.I.R.E. amp modeling with a pair of custom full-range speakers, a USB audio interface and Bluetooth audio in one desktop cabinet. This is the Eclipse (black) finish; the AP-30WH is the same amp in the other color.
Why guitarists choose the Pulze
- Two 3.5" custom full-range speakers in a tuned ABS cabinet, driven by a Class D stereo amp rated at 30 W (15 W + 15 W, 1% THD), with Space+ stereo enhancement.
- CDCM HD and F.I.R.E. modeling: 46 amp models, 48 cab models including 5 Celestion speaker IRs, and up to 20 user IRs.
- 4" 800x480 color touchscreen makes browsing 177 effects (incl. global EQ), up to 200 tones and 100 drum rhythms fast and visual instead of menu-diving with buttons.
- Up to 7 effect modules at once with an editable chain order, acoustic simulation effects and tones, a built-in tuner and a Songlist mode for quick tone changes.
- Bluetooth 5.0 dual-mode (BLE + audio) streams backing tracks and connects the companion app; Bluetooth MIDI control is supported with third-party bridging software.
- USB-C doubles as a full USB Audio 2.0 interface with 2-in/2-out, loopback and reamp support for direct recording into a DAW.
- Customizable on-screen panel, knob styles, theme colors and adjustable ambient lights; a detachable PU leather strap is included.
Controls
- 4" 800x480 color touchscreen – browse and edit tones, amps, cabs, effects and drum patterns.
- Companion app over Bluetooth – tone editing and tone sharing through the Hotone community.
- Songlist mode – arrange tones for a set and switch between them quickly.
Connections & Power
- Input – one 1/4" TS instrument jack.
- Aux In – 1/8" stereo, recordable.
- Phones – 1/8" stereo headphone output for silent practice.
- USB – USB 2.0 Type-C, USB Audio 2.0 (2-in/2-out, loopback, reamp) and firmware updates.
- Bluetooth – 5.0 dual-mode: audio streaming, app control and Bluetooth MIDI.
- Power – 18V DC center-positive, 2 A, with the included adapter. This is the opposite polarity of the 9V center-negative standard used across Hotone's pedal range, so do not substitute a pedal power supply.
In the Box
- Pulze amplifier (AP-30BK, Eclipse)
- 18V DC power adapter
- Detachable PU leather strap
| Model | Pulze (AP-30BK, Eclipse) |
|---|---|
| Type | Bluetooth stereo modeling amplifier |
| Output power | 30 W Class D stereo (15 W + 15 W, 1% THD) |
| Speakers | Two 3.5" custom full-range speakers, ABS cabinet |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Processing | 24-bit / 44.1 kHz, dual-core DSP |
| Models | 46 amps, 48 cabs (incl. 5 Celestion IRs) |
| Effects / modules / tones | 177 (incl. global EQ) / 7 / up to 200 |
| User IRs | Up to 20, 24-bit/44.1 kHz mono WAV, 1024 points |
| Drum machine | 100 rhythm patterns + metronome |
| Screen | 4" 800 x 480 color touchscreen |
| Connections | 1/4" TS input; 1/8" Aux In; 1/8" headphones; USB 2.0 Type-C (USB Audio 2.0, 2-in/2-out, loopback + reamp) |
| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0 dual-mode (audio + control, Bluetooth MIDI) |
| Power | 18V DC center-positive, 2 A (adapter included) |
| Dimensions | 17.9 x 6.3 x 6.7 in (455 x 161 x 171 mm, W x D x H) |
| Weight | 8.4 lb (3.8 kg) |
| Finish | Eclipse (black) |
FAQ
What power supply does this amp need? 18V DC, center-positive, 2 A. The adapter is included. This is the opposite polarity of the 9V center-negative standard on most Hotone pedals, so do not reuse a pedal power adapter.
What is the difference between AP-30WH and AP-30BK? Only the finish. Both are the same Pulze amplifier with identical specifications; AP-30WH is Luna (white) and AP-30BK is Eclipse (black).
Can I control it wirelessly? Yes. Bluetooth 5.0 dual-mode (BLE + audio) connects the companion app for editing and streams audio; Bluetooth MIDI control works with third-party bridging software.
Can I record directly from the amp into my computer? Yes, the USB-C port provides a full USB Audio 2.0 interface with 2-in/2-out, loopback and reamp support.
Can I load my own cabinet IRs? Yes, up to 20 user IRs (24-bit/44.1 kHz mono WAV, 1024 points) alongside 48 cab models and 5 Celestion speaker IRs.
Can I play along with backing tracks? Yes, over Bluetooth audio or through the 1/8" Aux In, which is also recordable; the built-in drum machine has 100 patterns.
Is there a matching carrying case? Yes, the Hotone PGB-1 Pulze Gig Bag is designed for this amp, with a 600D waterproof shell and EPE foam padding. It is sold separately.
