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 AC4HWR1 compact combo amp, designed for lower output use.
Key Features:
- Hand-wired turret board construction requiring high craftsmanship
- All-tube design featuring two ECC83/12AX7 preamp tubes and one EL84 power tube
- 4-watt output powering a single 12″ Celestion G12M Greenback speaker
- Iconic VOX Top Boost circuit with High and Low inputs for tonal versatility
- Two-band EQ (Bass and Treble), plus separate Preamp Volume and Master Volume controls
- Custom-designed power supply and output transformer to replicate vintage sag, compression, and harmonic richness
- Thinner cabinet construction for enhanced harmonic content and improved portability
- Built-in spring reverb providing spacious tone and a dedicated effects (FX) loop for integration of pedals
- Extra connectivity including footswitch input (for reverb), external speaker output, and FX loop
- Compact, single-channel design focused on authentic, touch-sensitive vintage Vox tone
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