In the search for the essence of the classic vintage AC30 amp sound, we conducted a detailed analysis and study on mint condition AC15 and AC30s from the 1960s to truly uncover and understand the inner workings of these legendary amplifiers. The culmination of these efforts has resulted in the emergence of the new VOX AC Hand-Wired Range of amplifiers: the greatest VOX amps we have ever produced.
The rarity of vintage amplifiers contributes significantly to their high value, but equally impactful is the distinctive sound inherent in vintage amps. Despite the AC30 being manufactured with nearly identical circuitry since the 1960s, the character of vintage units is often described as being almost beyond description, possessing a rich and musical quality that i s equally unmistakable and mysterious. We aimed to unravel the secrets of this sound, bringing the vintage magic to the musicians of today.
The Hand-Wired series reproduces the vintage VOX tone through meticulous research. A diverse lineup caters to the individual preferences and needs of discerning guitarists. The series includes a 30W combo is available featuring Celestion Alnico Blue speakers.
Key Features:
- Handcrafted turret board (point-to-point) wiring demanding high technique and precision
- All-tube design including four ECC83/12AX7 preamp tubes, four EL84 power tubes, and a GZ34 rectifier
- Two-channel layout: Top Boost and Normal, each with high and low inputs
- Top Boost channel equipped with a Hot/Cool switch for variable gain character
- Normal channel includes a Bright switch to enhance upper harmonics
- Master volume control plus a bypass option to access full gain and sustain
- Output power selectable via OP (Output Power) switch—reduce from 30 W to 15 W for greater saturation at lower volumes
- Vintage-style cabinet and cosmetic design inspired by 1960s copper-panel AC30 models, including thinner birch-ply construction
- Built-in features: spring reverb, effects (FX) loop, external speaker output, footswitch input, plus included VFS1 footswitch and power cable
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