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Vox Valvetronix VT50 Guitar Combo Amplifier
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Vox Valvetronix VT50 Guitar Combo Amplifier

Producing the true sound and feel of a bona fide tube amp, the VT50 guitar combo amplifier is great for gigging or recording. Sophisticated modeling technology is used to provide twenty-two different amps. Plus twelve high-quality effects are built-in. You can create your tone using the desired amp and effect, and save it in memory as one of eight programs (two banks x four channels). No matter your playing style or music genre, the VT50 is an amp that will perform.

Vox VT50 Guitar Combo Amplifier Features
  • VOX Valve Reactor circuit with a 12AX7 to produce real tube power amp sound
  • 22 realistic amp models (from high-gain to legendary boutique and vintage amps
  • 12 effects (including independent reverb, rivaling the quality of dedicated units)
  • Three banks for each amp model, giving you a total of sixty-six preset programs
  • 22 programs of song presets simulate the sounds of famous guitarists
  • The ability to save eight of your own edited programs
  • Power level control allows you to obtain power amp distortion at low output levels
  • Headphone output to allow you practice at home, even at night
  • VFS5 footswitch option (not included) for hands-free operation
  • Provides an external speaker output
VOX Valve Reactor circuit delivers true tube power amp sound
The VOX Valve Reactor circuit is the key factor that separates the Valvetronix series from other modeling amps. The 100% analog original power amp circuit actually has the same power amp circuit as a full-tube amp, using a 12AX7 miniature triode to reproduce a distinctive tube amp sound unattainable by digital technology. In other words, it replicates aspects that have an important influence on the sound of a tube amp, such as the power amp's class A/AB operation and the interaction of the power stage with the speaker, thus reproducing not only the response of the original amp's power amp circuitry, but also the power amp's distortion as well as the nuances and subjective sound pressure of a full-tube amp.

Since there's a power level control that allows you to decrease just the volume without affecting the tonal character, you can adjust the volume while enjoying the same sense of drive as when the master volume is at maximum. This means that you can obtain the exact same sound even when you're unable to play at maximum volume, such as when you're at home.

Twenty-two amp models use high-quality modeling technology
Another indispensible aspect of the Valvetronix series is the modeling technology that is the source of its diverse amp sounds. The sounds of twenty-two tube amps sought-after by the guitarists are built in, including vintage amps that are now hard to find, as well costly boutique amps. The coverage includes not only vintage types, but also the latest high-gain types, accommodating a wide variety of playing techniques and styles.

Twelve high-quality effects deliver the essentials with plenty of variation
Effects are an important part of creating your guitar sound. The VT series contains twelve effects with quality rivaling that of dedicated stand-alone processors, ranging from familiar standards to fresh new types. Of these, the reverb effect is always available, and three of the other eleven types are composite effects that allow up to three effects to be used simultaneously. Noise reduction can also be used at the same time. Each effect has multiple parameters that you can adjust to create the precise sound you want. There's also a tap switch that makes it easy to set the delay time or modulation speed. Independent reverb is provided, giving you an even broader range of sound-creating possibilities.

Sixty-six preset programs including song presets that simulate the sounds of famous guitarists
For each amp model, the VT series provides a song preset that simulates the guitar sound of a famous guitarist, giving you a total of twenty-two such presets. These song presets make it easy to instantly obtain the guitar sound of well-known songs everyone has heard. Each amp model also has a basic preset that represents the most typical settings, as well as an effected preset that takes full advantage of the effects, totaling forty-four presets. Together with the song presets, you have a total of sixty-six preset programs. Of course, you can also save your own favorite edited programs as one of eight user programs.

Headphone output and expandability allows home recording and late-night practice
There's a headphone output that can be connected to headphones or to your mixer or multi-track recorder. Since the tonal characteristics of the cabinet are applied to this output, the sound will not be impaired even if you make a direct-line recording or listen through headphones, ensuring that you continue to get that great spatial depth and character.

Optional VFS5 foot switch lets you switch programs or turn effects on/off with your foot
By using the optional VFS5 foot switch you can switch programs, turn reverb or other effects on/off, or make speed/tap settings using your foot. This is a great advantage when you're creating sounds or performing live.
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Vox Valvetronix VT50 Guitar Combo Amplifier Specifications
  • Amp Models
    • Boutique CL, Deluxe Tweed, Super 4x10, AC15TB, AC30HH, Express Train, AC50CP2, UK 25TH, US ’90S, UK Modern, Boutique Metal, Modded CL, Tweed 2X12, Tweed 4X10, AC15, AC30TB, Boutique OD, AC30BM, UK ’80S, Cali Metal, UK ’90S, Metal Bull
  • Effect Models
    • Delay, Tape Echo, Chorus, Comp, Octave, Flanger, Phaser, Rotary, Tremolo, Pitch, Reverb, Noise Reduction
  • Number of amp types: 22
  • Number of effects: 12
  • Number of programs:
    • 66 preset
    • 8 user
    Input/output jacks:
    • 1x Input
    • 1 x Footswitch jack
    • 1 x Phone jack
    • 1 x External Speaker Out jack
  • Power amp output: 50 watts RMS @ 8 ohms (maximum)
  • Speaker: 1 x VOX original (12 inch, 8 ohm)
  • Signal processing:
    • A/D conversion: 24-bit
    • D/A conversion: 24-bit
    • Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
  • Power supply requirements: AC (local voltage)
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): TBA
  • Weight: TBA
  • Included items: Power cable

 
 
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Christopher Dissin from Pottstown, PA
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Subject:Big sound, little amp.
Quality: It's solid, affordable, and the look and tones are just plain tasty! Quit reading my stupid review and get the VT50!
Sound: Tone? How about TONES! 22 to be exact. This amp is incredibly flexible as far as tone goes. Good for any style, be it my trashy, gritty rock, or smooth jazz.
Reliability: I'm still new to the VT50. As far as I can tell, though, it's solid. This amp, I can tell, will most likely hold up just fine.
Overall: Basically, this little guy has power! Until I heard the VT50, I was Mesa all the way, but this amp is horribly underrated. All 22 models on the VT50 have a stand alone sound. All of them are unique and clear as day. This amp also has POWER! It's hard to find a 50 watt amp that holds its own versus drums. It may not look impressive, but this amp simply rocks.
Playability and Feel: It's, as I've said, flexible. It has everything you'd want from an amp, minus size.
Tone: The tone is all over the place. This amp is GREAT for any guitarist.
Finish: It's a very vintage looking amp, but modern at the same time. Both classy and badass.
Action: As I've said before, this amp is a powerful little guy. It holds up even when cranked up, and still wants more. Just get one!
Skill Level: Intermediate
Do you own this product?: I do now!
Date submitted: July 22, 2009
 
Abe Cabrera from West Of Chicago East of Omaha
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Subject:Vox The King Of Beer {Amps}
Quality: Like i said untill the end.
Sound: The best out of all amps out there for a basic speaker they do a great job I will add a cabinet with a speaker of more Qaulity but i will have to bet that the sound will be great but the speaker in the amp is already a great sounding speaker that seems to only get better the more it is pushed.
Reliability: For as long as i have had my vox Amps no problem and i think that they will be with me untill the end.
Overall: Vox Amps have a tone and sound that everyone should try the vox amps are dead on to the original amps and the others are closer then any Line Six or other like amps out there and as for the money you spend vox is worth twice if not more .
Playability and Feel: Good weight you know its made well but can still be moved by one person.
Tone: Great tone and it seems to get better with time im sure if the speaker ever has to be changed i would be happy with a stock Vox speaker there tone is on track deep when you want and sharp for all out lead play.
Finish: Black is Black
Action: Its a amp lets put it this way it does what its suppose to do and then some.
Skill Level: Semi-Pro
Do you own this product?: Yes
Date submitted: 2009
 
SoulPig from Kansas
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Subject:Nice amp!
Quality: This amp is made in Vietnam, and I went over this amp carefully,as I do with all my gear, and found no flaws. Good craftmanship.And VERY well packed for shipping I must add.
Sound: I can go on about the sound of this amp,very nice cleans to heavy distortion. I play blues,hard rock and some metal and it goes there for me on every one.Now I'm not going to tell you this is the amp that ends the gear chase in all of us,and I know the more expensive full tube amps will bring better sounds,but if you are looking for a tube amp that will give you many features and many excellent sounds under $500 then I recommend you try this one out and compare it to the other low end amps ,Peavey tube Vypyr,Line6 Spider valve etc...I did and it shined above them in sound,accessabilty to effects,and different amp types.It has a deep growl with distortion, and a chimey ring with the cleans,and it mimicks the amps that it features very nicely!I have used a MXR 10 band EQ on my other amps,to give them a little boost, and I do not need it on this amp!Excellent sounds!
Reliability: I have had it for a week so can't comment on this too in depth,but it seems to be built pretty solid and the knobs and switch and jacks seem to be solid as well.
Overall: After many researches and hours of watching videos on this amp I decided to try it out,so I went to the local shop and tried this and 2 other amps that would fit my budget,the other two were alittle more expensive and sounded weak compared to this amp.For a 50 watt 1-12 it is loud,and with the wattage control on the back,it can be tamed very easily and still sounds great.I love all the different amp styles and effects.It has three settings,Green,orange,and red which all give you different sounds to each amp setting,plus they put a few good song patches on the red setting.The tube really warms up the sound,you will be suprised.This amp won't end my endless pursuit of tone but it will give me a rest from it for awhile.BTW Thanks AMS for yet another great purchase!
Playability and Feel: I wish the controls were on the front panel or at least angled towards the front of the amp for easier access but I can't complain too much for what I get out of this amp in tone.
Tone: The tone on this amp is great as stated above, many settings and amp choices,and the tube really adds warmth to it,giving it a little bit of a darker side to the Vox sound.With the wattage control on the back you can really chase some good tones out of this amp at lower volumes, an excellent feature to this amp and one of the reasons I purchased it.Nice chunky sounds along with some nice chimey Vox cleans as well. Good job Vox!.
Finish: Not really a fan of the chrome grille,but other than that good finish to it,very durable.
Action: N/A
Skill Level: Semi-Pro
Do you own this product?: yes
Date submitted: 8/22/09
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