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VOX, 2 Electric-Guitar-Amplifier-Combos, Vintage (AC15C1)
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Brand | Vox |
Color | Vintage |
Compatible Devices | Guitar |
Output Wattage | 15 |
Product Dimensions | 15.2"D x 28.1"W x 21.9"H |
About this item
- 10 Watt tube combo offering the classic VOX Top Boost tone
- EL84 power tubes; 12AX7 preamp tubes
- Custom 10" VX10 speaker made by Celestion
- Simple but effective Gain, Bass, Treble, Reverb, and Master Volume controls
- Extension and External speaker outputs; By-passable Effect Loop, Distinctive VOX Styling. Output Power: 10W RMS
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Delivery | — | — | — | — | Get it Mar 22 - 26 | — |
Customer Ratings | ||||||
Value for money | 4.8 | — | 3.8 | 3.8 | — | — |
Sound quality | — | — | 3.6 | 3.6 | 5.0 | — |
Sold By | — | Sam Ash | DBROTH | DBROTH | Chicago Music Exchange | Brook Mays |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
amplifier type | Tube | Tube | Solid State | Solid State | Tube | Tube |
output wattage | — | — | 20 watts | 20 watts | 200 watts | 15 watts |
speaker size | 12 inches | 12 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches |
compatible devices | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar | Guitar |
material | — | Vinyl | Wood | Wood | Pine Wood | — |
weight | 56.06 pounds | 62.83 pounds | — | — | 45.25 pounds | 21 pounds |
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Product information
Item Weight | 56.1 pounds |
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Product Dimensions | 28.1 x 15.2 x 21.9 inches |
ASIN | B0038MTH8S |
Item model number | AC15C1 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #81,772 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #21,738 in Music Recording Equipment |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 8, 2010 |
Color Name | Vintage |
Compatible Devices | Guitar |
Output Wattage | 15 |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Wattage | 15 watts |
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Product Description
First introduced in 1958, the AC15 combo has been the amp of choice for countless guitar players throughout the world. Drawing on more than 50 years of amp-building expertise, the AC15C1 Custom Series offers maximum tonal dexterity. VOX Custom Series amps offer two channels: Normal and Top-Boost. Each channel is equipped with its own Volume control, and the Top Boost channel offers highly interactive Treble and Bass tone controls. This powerful channel pairing provides an abundance of tone-crafting control, letting you dial in a classic sound that is all your own. Both channels rely on the Tone Cut and Volume controls in the Master section. The Tone Cut control operates in the power stage rather than the preamp stage, allowing an additional degree of tone-shaping. The Master Volume control works in conjunction with the individual volumes of each channel to create just the right degree of gain-staging. By balancing the individual and Master volumes, the Custom Series can deliver everything from a clean VOX "chimey" sound to a powerful overdriven tone. You can sweeten the sound of your Custom Series amplifier using the VOX Classic Tremolo effect. Both the speed and the depth are adjustable, allowing you to generate just the sound you want. A warm Spring Reverb is also included on all Custom Series amps, adding spaciousness to the sound. All Custom Series amps can use the VOX VFS2 footswitch, allowing you to turn the Reverb and Tremolo effects on and off as you continue to play. The AC15C1 combo makes use of 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes and uses pair of EL84 tubes to drive a single 12" Celestion G12M Greenback. All models in the Custom Series offer a switchable 8/16 ohm output jack for powering an external speaker cabinet when you need to speak with a little more authority; using this jack will mute the internal speakers. Additionally, a 2nd extension speaker jack allows you to run an extra 16 ohm cabinet along with the internal speakers for a fuller sound.
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Customers like the sound quality, quality and appearance of the musical instrument amplifier. They mention that it has a nice tone, has unmistakeable tube tone and response, and that it sounds like a real VOX combo. They also appreciate the intuitive controls and the tremolo.
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Customers like the sound quality of the musical instrument amplifier. They mention that it has a fantastic sound, has n nice tone, and has an unmistakeable tube tone and response. They also say that it sounds as a real VOX combo and has incredibly impressive volume control.
"...Sound quality is perfectly equal between the two. And I just have to say there's something magical about Vox amps that keep me coming back to them...." Read more
"...This sounds so good. Well, heck - go buy it if you think your family will stick around. :-)" Read more
"...The amp's dirty sound is great, but sometimes you want a little different sound(fuzz or regular distortion), and the distortion pedals I've run..." Read more
"...Very good tone at bedroom levels and shakes the windows when cranked." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the amplifier. They mention that it is an awesome amp with excellent build quality and sound.
"...Having said that, this amp is superb...." Read more
"...This is a very capable amplifier to get most of the tones you may want. Very good tone at bedroom levels and shakes the windows when cranked." Read more
"...On its own, it does that “chime” flawlessly, if that’s your thing. Great little amp and a very reasonable price, compared to other tube amps in its..." Read more
"...The AC15C1 isn't an exception. It’s very well made, has intuitive controls and looks great as a part of the interior — which is important if you use..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the musical instrument amplifier. They mention that it has intuitive controls and looks great as a part of the interior. Customers also appreciate the tremolo and the clean, bright ringing sound.
"...The tremolo is actually very nice. I like the tremolo a lot and wish I had more use for it...." Read more
"...I am able to achieve the Brian May sound I wanted and it looks so cool sitting in my living room!..." Read more
"...It’s very well made, has intuitive controls and looks great as a part of the interior — which is important if you use it to practice at home...." Read more
"The appearance, build quality and sound of the amp are excellent...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the amplifier. They say it works great, has a lot of power, and does that chime flawlessly.
"...That Vox shimmer is all there and it's wonderful. I love the high end and I love this amp's distortion...." Read more
"...One week later and I can't quit playing it. It's great...." Read more
"...On its own, it does that “chime” flawlessly, if that’s your thing...." Read more
"This is an amazing amp. It works great, a lot of power, a little bit heavy for it's size but it is simply a beauty...." Read more
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I'd say this is a pretty versatile amp but it's not a pedal platform. It takes pedals well but it's not a blank slate. I wouldn't recommend this as a first tube amp for someone who really wants to color their tone with pedals. I'd say this would be the second amp for that person. For the person who is into getting most of their tone from the amp and not pedals, this would make a perfect first tube amp (or second, third, or final one at that).
The reverb is decent. Not amazing but not bad either. I like it but some people get snobby about it. The original AC15 didn't have reverb or tremolo so I think that somehow has been translated into "the reverb and tremolo aren't good because they're not historically accurate". Use your ears, don't convince yourself that something doesn't sound good because you put the thing on some weird pedestal. The tremolo is actually very nice. I like the tremolo a lot and wish I had more use for it. I don't use it often and I've never recorded it but when I do use it it's a lot of fun and sounds great. I have to make it a point to record the AC15's tremolo because it's nice.
Overall it's definitely a different sound than the Fenders I'm used to and I like it a lot more than most Fender amps. That said, amps are an extension of your instrument. Each amp will turn your guitar into a unique instrument and just how people have different guitars for different sounds, so it is with this amp. It's my favorite but I could never choose just one.
This is perfect for recording and for being an at-home or studio amp. You could even perform with it. It is loud enough. If your purpose is performing live more than using it at home or the studio then maybe an AC30 is better. Having played both I can say the difference between the two (besides the obvious specs and loudness) isn't that great. They both have basically the same tone and it really comes down to portability and loudness. Sound quality is perfectly equal between the two. And I just have to say there's something magical about Vox amps that keep me coming back to them. I'm not sure what it is but I'd recommend this one any day to anyone.
The amp developed an annoying high end rattle while playing. This started occurring a few days after I got it, or maybe I just then noticed. So, I decided it could be the tubes, and I had a few 12AX7's laying around. Before dealing with a return, I pulled the back off (some 20 screws!) and replaced the two 12AX7s closest to the speaker. The rattle went away. I guess this was my first encounter with a microphonic tube? The sad thing is: I liked the tone, sans the rattle, from the cheap Chinese ones they had in there slightly better. But that rattle had to go.
Now, I guess I should be more ticked. I had to fork out an additional $20 and some time on a $600 purchase less than a week after it's arrival but... well I've heard of this with Fenders before too and it appears to be the norm in the < $1k tube amps (aka. Chinese tube amps). The reality is, you now own a tube amp and you're officially in the business of replacing tubes, so they don't care if they break you in early.
Having said that, this amp is superb. If you're wanting to be another Kenny Wayne Sheppard or Joe Bonamanamasa, I would stick with the Blues Jr. If you're doing rock, alternative, art rock etc., I would go with this amp. The Beatles and Deep Purple are the most notable users but I associate the sound with bands like Radiohead, REM, The Cure etc.
The only issue I've had with the amp is the sound of distortion pedals through it. I bought this amp for the Vox tone though, so it's not that big of a deal. The amp's dirty sound is great, but sometimes you want a little different sound(fuzz or regular distortion), and the distortion pedals I've run through the amp are overdriving the tubes and muddying the tone of the pedals(even in the clean channel). I've also only had it for a short time, and probably just need a little time to mess with everything to find the sweet spot. I may switch the tubes for a little more headroom on the clean channel. I also need to try out an overdrive pedal to see if that will get the effect I want.
I had owned a Fender Blues Jr and a Fender Hot Rod Deluxe, and I like the tone from this amp much more.
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Als ich mich dann doch dazu entschloss, einen Digitech-RP355 Bodentreter anzuschaffen, dachte ich mir, 2 mal Modelling in Reihe ist nicht nötig und habe meinem Musikerkollegen den VT-50 verkauft und mir selbst den VOX AC-15 C1 Vollröhre zugelegt, mit dem Gedanken, daß die angegebenen 15 Watt für's Wohnzimmer gerade richtig wären.
Schon bei geringer Lautstärke liefert das Teil einen sehr schönen runden Cleansound im Normalkanal, und im TOP BOOST Kanal bekommt man den VOX AC15 dann zum "Röhren" Dieser Kanal bietet auch noch zusätzliche Klangregelmöglichkeiten, die man dem Normalkanal nicht spendiert hat. Von cremiger, warmer Verzerrung bis aggressiv und höhenreich lässt sich hier einiges einstellen. Klingt alles super voxig ;-)
Mit einem entsprechenden Bodentreter vorgeschaltet und den VOX nicht übersteuert, wird man klanglich noch variabler.
Beide Vöxe, den VT-50 und den AC-15 haben wir dann mal im Proberaum voll ausgefahren, dort war die Überraschung groß.
Die 15 Watt des AC-15 reichen locker an die angegebenen 50 Watt des VT-50 heran und selbst voll aufgedreht (Endstufe) entstehen keine ungewollten Verzerrungen oder Misstöne. Je nach Vorverstärker-Potistellung ist der Übergang von Clean zu Verzerrt fließend, aber das was noch als Clean durchgeht, hat ausreichend Schalldruck, klingt dabei cremig und differenziert. Mit gewünschter Verzerrung durch Übersteuerung, bekommt man ein ordentliches 15 Watt Röhrenbrett serviert ;-)
Gemessen an meinem Rivera M100 Head mit Marshall 1960B Box, die ich im Proberaum spiele, hätte ich diese kleine AC-15 Wundertüte
mindestens auf 30 Röhrenwatt geschätzt und das mit nur einem 12er Speaker !!!
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