VOX AC30 Handwired Combo Amplifier 2x12 Inch 30 Watts
The Vox AC30 Hand-Wired Combo Amp recreates iconic vintage tone with painstaking accuracy & detail. Featuring recreated preamp & power circuits, classic voltage "sag", & tube-driven reverb
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If the legendary 1960s British Invasion had a beating heart, it would be the VOX AC30. This amplifier doesn't just replicate history; it resurrects it. Carefully reconstructed from a pristine 1963 "copper panel" original, the AC30 Hand-Wired breathes fire and nuance into your playing. It delivers the glorious, bell-like chime and gritty crunch that built rock and roll, paired with smart, modern tweaks for the stage and studio. You get the raw, unadulterated soul of vintage circuitry without the vintage headaches.
Vintage Tone, Meticulously Recreated
Pure, unadulterated tone doesn't come from a circuit board. It comes from the careful, hands-on assembly of premium components. The AC30 Hand-Wired relies on traditional construction to deliver a sound that breathes, blooms, and bites just like a prized vintage artifact.
Custom-Wound Transformers: Rigorously prototyped to capture the exact harmonic layering and bell-like highs of a '63 original, making every chord ring out with absolute authority.
Classic Voltage Sag: A newly-designed power circuit flawlessly mimics the subtle voltage drop of vintage amps, giving your fingertips natural compression and endless sustain.
Phase Inverter Distortion: Push the EL84 power section hard and experience the complex, textured overdrive that simple preamp gain stages can never quite replicate.
Two Channels, Iconic Character
Tonal flexibility is the name of the game. With two distinct channels, this combo amplifier gives you the keys to the kingdom of classic British guitar tone. From warm, sparkling cleans to roaring, overdriven crunch, it responds to your picking dynamics with remarkable sensitivity.
Top Boost Channel: Dial in the legendary VOX chime and drive. Pushed hard, it unleashes the harmonically rich crunch that defined rock's golden age.
Normal Channel: Revel in midrange warmth that plays perfectly with both single-coils and humbuckers, complete with a Bright switch to instantly add top-end clarity.
Resonant Birch Cabinet: Built with vintage-accurate 12mm birch ply and loaded with dual 12" Celestion Alnico Blue speakers, the cabinet sings with an open, three-dimensional depth.
Modern Refinements for the Working Player
Playing a classic amp shouldn't mean sacrificing modern convenience. VOX carefully integrated contemporary necessities into the AC30 Hand-Wired, ensuring it plays nicely with your pedalboard and fits flawlessly into modern stage setups.
Transparent FX Loop: A FET-buffered effects loop keeps your modulation and delay pedals pristine and clear, and it remains fully bypass-able for absolute tonal purists.
Tube-Driven Spring Reverb: Lush, dripping spring reverb powered by a dedicated tube stage and custom transformer adds glorious, authentic depth to your sound.
Flexible Output Options: Push 30 watts of pure tube power to the stage, and use the dual speaker outputs or detachable internal connection to easily run external cabinets.
The Pinnacle of Pure British Tone
The VOX AC30 Handwired Combo Amplifier proves that true sonic magic never really fades; it just needs the right wiring. It captures the soul, the sag, and the swagger of the 1960s while offering the reliability of a modern workhorse. Plug your guitar in, crank the volume, and feel the history resonate through every single note.
Frequently Asked Questions About the VOX AC30 Hand-Wired
Is the VOX AC30 Hand-Wired loud enough for gigging?
Absolutely. With 30 watts of all-tube power pushing through dual 12-inch speakers, it easily cuts through a full band mix on stage.
What kind of tubes are in the AC30 Hand-Wired?
This amplifier uses a classic complement of tubes, prominently featuring four EL84 power tubes to deliver that signature British chime and overdrive.
Can I use pedals with the AC30 Hand-Wired?
Yes, it takes pedals exceptionally well. It even features a highly transparent, FET-buffered effects loop specifically designed for your delay and modulation stompboxes.
What is the difference between the Normal and Top Boost channels?
The Normal channel offers a warmer, rounder foundation perfect for pedal platforms, while the Top Boost channel provides the aggressive, chiming overdrive VOX is famous for.
Does the amp come with built-in reverb?
It sure does. It features a lush, tube-driven spring reverb circuit that you can easily toggle using an included footswitch.
VOX AC30 Handwired Combo Amplifier Features:
Reborn with painstaking accuracy to 1963 "copper panel" specifications
Hand-wired circuitry and custom-wound transformers for organic tone
Dual 12" Celestion Alnico Blue speakers
30 watts of power driven by four EL84 power tubes
Power circuit recreates the classic vintage voltage "sag"
Normal Channel featuring midrange warmth and a Bright switch
Top Boost Channel delivering iconic VOX chime and dedicated 3-band EQ
Lush, Tube-Driven Spring Reverb with Level and Tone controls
FET-buffered, bypass-able effects loop for maximum pedal clarity
Dual speaker outputs and detachable internal speaker connection
Vintage-accurate 12mm birch ply cabinet for enhanced resonance
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