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 AC-HWR 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 the AC10HWR1 compact combo amp, designed for lower output use.
Key Features:
- Hand-wired turret board construction that demands high skill and precision
- All-tube design with two ECC83/12AX7 preamp tubes and two EL84 power tubes
- 10-watt output driving a single 12” Celestion G12M Greenback speaker
- Iconic VOX Top Boost circuit with High and Low inputs for tonal versatility
- Two-band EQ controls (Bass and Treble), plus separate preamp Volume and Master Volume for expressive dynamics
- Built-in spring reverb providing rich spatial dimension
- Integrated FX loop for clean pedal integration without muddying tone
- Custom-designed output transformer and power supply to replicate vintage sag, compression, and tone
- Thinner cabinet materials to enhance harmonic richness and improve portability
- Additional connections including footswitch input, external speaker output, and inclusion of VFS1 footswitch and power cable
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