How to Use Moises With Blackstar Beam Solo and Beam Mini

How to Turn on Moises with the Beam Mini or Beam Solo

Source: Blackstar Amps

• Connect your iOS or Android device to your Beam Mini or Beam Solo with a USB-C cable.
• Open the free Beam app.
• Begin music playback; Moises works with streamed music or downloaded music in your library.
• Press the Moises button in your Beam app.
• Use the sliders to control the volume of vocals, guitar tracks, and everything else.

Using Moises with the Beam App: What the Sliders Do

In the Moises screen, you’ll see sliders for Vocals, Guitars, and Other (everything else in the mix).

• Drag a slider to the right to increase the volume, or drag it to the left to decrease volume.
• Tap the icon next to a slider to mute that stem.
• Press and hold the icon next to a slider to solo that stem.
• Mute the guitar stem or lower its volume to place yourself in the mix.
• Solo the guitar stem to help learn song parts.
• Lower or mute Vocals or Other instruments to help you focus on the guitar part.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it free? Do I need a Moises subscription?

Moises integration with the Blackstar Beam app is free and does not require a subscription.

How is the Beam App different from the Moises app?

The Beam App is optimized for use specifically with your Beam amplifier, is completely free, and does not require an internet connection (works offline).

Does it work on Android?

Yes, the Moises update for Android arrives September 30, 2026.

Can I use Spotify, Apple Music or YouTube with it?

Yes, Moises works on streamed music as well as downloaded music in your library.

Does it work over Bluetooth, or only over USB-C?

Moises requires a USB-C connection between your device and your Beam Mini or Beam Solo.

Which parts can I isolate or remove? Can I isolate bass or drums?

You can isolate or remove vocals, guitars, or “other” (Moises’ term for everything else in the mix).

What does it sound like? Is there bleed or artifacts?

Moises can sound completely natural, but it’s based on how “busy” or “dense” the music mix is. Some artifacts may be heard in mixes where multiple instruments share the same frequency ranges, or the mix contains out-of-phase elements or extreme stereo panning effects.

Does the Moises update work with the original Beam or the ID Beam?

No, the Moises update is supported on the Beam Solo and Beam Mini.

Is it worth buying a Beam Mini or Solo for this feature alone?

I think it’s definitely worth owning a practice amp with stem separation, so yes I would say it’s worth buying a Beam Mini or Beam Solo exclusively for the Moises feature.

Blackstar Beam Solo or Beam Mini: Which is Better for Moises?

Blackstar Beam Mini

Blackstar Beam Mini 24-watt Desktop Combo Amplifier

$299.99 USD

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Output: 2 x speakers, headphones

Moises Support: Yes (Vocal, Guitar, Other)

Pros: classic “amp in the room” experience, more amp/FX models, suitable for practice or recording

Cons: redundant if you already have a small practice amp that you like

Blackstar Beam Solo

Blackstar BEAM Solo Headphone Amplifier

$129.99 USD

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Output: Headphone only

Moises Support: Yes (Vocal, Guitar, Other)

Pros: simple, less expensive than Beam Mini, immersive headphone experience

Cons: requires headphones, less onboard amp/FX models

Comparison Verdict

The Blackstar Beam Mini offers all of the benefits of a small combo amplifier, plus Moises integration when you use the Beam app: it’s the best way to get into Beam with Moises if you don’t already have a practice and recording amp. The Beam Solo is super simple and portable, and costs about $100 less while still featuring Moises; I think it’s your best solution if your focus is personal practice and budget.