The Hotone Pulze Mini is a compact modeling amplifier designed for practice, recording, or playing anywhere without relying on large equipment. It features CDCM HD and F.I.R.E. modeling, a full-range 2" speaker, effects, amplifier and speaker simulations, a built-in display, rechargeable battery, and modern functions such as wireless control, tuner, metronome, drum machine, and USB audio interface.

• Type: Compact modeling amplifier
• Power: 5 W
• Speaker: 1 x 2" custom full-range
• Power stage: Class D
• Modeling technology: CDCM HD and F.I.R.E.
• Digital processing: 24-bit / 48 kHz
• Amplifier models: 52
• Speaker models: 48
• Effects: 191 effects including Global EQ
• Simultaneous effect modules: Up to 7
• Presets: Up to 200 stored tones
• IR: Compatible with up to 20 user IRs
• Included IRs: 5 classic Celestion Digital IRs
• Drum machine: 100 patterns with built-in metronome
• Tuner: Built-in
• Display: 1.45" color TFT LCD
• Input: 1/4" TS instrument jack
• Output: 1/8" stereo mini-jack for headphones
• USB: USB-C 2.0 with audio interface function
• Audio interface: 2 inputs / 2 outputs with loopback and reamp
• Battery: Rechargeable 3.8 V / 3900 mAh lithium
• Battery life: Up to 5.5 hours at medium volume and up to 11.5 hours with headphones
• Dimensions: 125 x 57 x 79 mm
• Weight: 368 g

Our Opinion

The Pulze Mini works very well as a modern practice amp: it’s tiny, battery-powered, and offers many tools typically found in much larger units, such as presets, effects, IRs, drum machine, tuner, and audio interface.

We wouldn’t recommend it as a replacement for a large amp on stage, but it’s a very convenient solution for practicing at home, playing with headphones, quick recording ideas, or traveling light. For those seeking a variety of tones without setting up a full pedalboard, it’s a highly practical option.