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VOX Custom Series AC15C1, AC30C2, AC30C2X Amplifiers- Official Product Introductionplay button

VOX Custom Series AC15C1, AC30C2, AC30C2X Amplifiers- Official Product Introduction

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VOX Quick Jam: AC15C1

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VOX Custom 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 share master Tone Cut and Volume controls. 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 VOX Custom Amps can deliver everything from a clean VOX "chimey" sound to a powerful overdriven tone.

Sound in Motion
You can sweeten the sound of your Custom Series amplifier using the VOX Classic Tremolo, with adjustable speed and depth. A warm Spring Reverb is also included on all Custom Series guitar amps, adding spaciousness to the sound. All VOX Custom amplifiers can use the VOX VFS2 footswitch, allowing you to turn the Reverb and Tremolo effects on and off as you continue to play.

Power Sharing
The VOX AC15C1 combo makes use of three 12AX7 preamp tubes and uses a pair of EL84 tubes to drive a single 12" Celestion G12M Greenback. All guitar amps in the VOX 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 second extension speaker jack allows you to run an extra 16-ohm cabinet along with the internal speakers for a fuller sound. 
VOX Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp Vintage
VOX Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp Vintage
VOX Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp Vintage

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  • Two channels
  • 15W into 16 ohms
  • 12" Celestion G12M Greenback
  • Normal input
  • Top Boost input
  • Classic tremolo effect
  • Spring reverb
  • Three 12AX7 preamp tubes, two EL84s power tubes

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  • Dimensions (WxDxH): 23-11/16" x 10-7/16" x 18"
  • Weight: 48-1/2 lb.
  • Output Power: 15-watts RMS into 16 ohms
  • Speaker: 1x12" 16 ohm Celestion G12M Greenback
  • Inputs: Normal input jack, Top Boost input jack, footswitch jack
  • Outputs: External loudspeaker jack, Extension loudspeaker jack
  • Optional VFS2A Footswitch sold separately

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One year parts and labor warranty.

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4.81

122 Reviews

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

This amp smokes!
I really like this amp
Great amp and service
Vox ac15,love at first strum!
Outstanding!
I'm kind of addicted to playing on this amp!
I'm kind of addicted to playing on this amp!
I'm kind of addicted to playing on this amp!
I'm kind of addicted to playing on this amp!
I'm kind of addicted to playing on this amp!
I'm kind of addicted to playing on this amp!
Great Amp!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Singer/Guitarist/Songwriter

It seems everyone who is interested in this amp are in the dark. There are no consumer reviews of it anywhere. So I hope this helps someone. I have owned anything from all tube Laney to Marshall amps and still own a Vox AD120VT, which is the reason why I bought this amp. Because all I ever ended using were the Vox models. Anyway I am very impressed with this amp! The normal channel sounds great, but then you plug your guitar (I'm using a Tele deluxe with Humbuckers)into the Top boost and wow! A whole new world of chime heaven. Very warm, rich, dimensional, and articulate. and very big in sound for it's size. For a 15 watt amp this little guy is really loud! I set this amp up next to my AD120VT balls to the walls both amps at level 10 and the AC15C was holding close to even with the AD120VT (120 watts). This does not make sense to me! I guess true that tube watts are louder than Solid State watts. You can easily play with a loud drummer with this amp and still have some clean volume before break up. I also liked the overdrive. When the Top boost channel was gained out the break up was thick and warm. There were a lot of complaints about the Vox AC Custom Classic series reverb being to big and washy. I don't know if Vox used the same reverb tank in this amp. It too seems a little big, but I like it. Think of the opening theme guitar riff of Shine On You Crazy Diamond. As for eq there is a tone cut knob for the main volume (power amp section) that gives you some control of any treble harshness you might have. The Top boost channel is more versatile then the Normal channel it also has Treble and a bass knob to tweak it's preamp's section. Before I bought this I thought I would need to get some good tubes for it, but it sounds great the way it is and I'm sure Vox designed the amp circuits around the tubes they would use in production. I can't wait to try out some Mullards and Tung sols in it after the warrenty expires. The only thing I wish this amp had was pedal jack to switch between the 2 channel, but it's Ok that can be done with an a/b pedal switcher. Aside from that I am very happy with every thing about this amp and I feel like a made a great choice in buying it. I would definitely recommend it.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

So loud it loosens the wax in my ears...

I tried out a lot of valve combo amps in the under $1000 range at GC. This one sounded best. I liked that it had a channel volume so I could crank the gain without a pedal. And I liked that it had good on board reverb & tremolo. My telecaster absolutely roars through it. It has, on occasion, literally shaken the wax in my ears loose. There is a flaw though, at least in the one I have. Not sure when it started (I bought it summer 2019) but I get a rattle from the amp at high volume / gain. From what I've read it could be an issue with a tube or the reverb tank...

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  1. Home Studio41
  2. Performances37
  3. Amateur Recording29
  4. Outdoor Events / Games25
  5. Professional Recording25

Cons

  1. Heavy3
  2. Poor Sound Quality2
  3. None2
  4. Difficult To Use1
  5. Limited Functions1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced40
  2. Novice13
  3. Professional Musician7

Pros

  1. Excellent Sound54
  2. Easy To Use49
  3. Good Power Output47
  4. Warm / Comfy45
  5. Portable24

Reviewed by 122 customers

  • Great amp with classic sound

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 days ago

    byBen

    fromJefferson, GA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great amp with easy controls. The reverb and tremolo sound great. Having separate channel and master volume allows you to dial in your gain and still play at bedroom levels. It's quiet enough for me to practice after my youngest goes to bed, but will get loud enough to gig with.

  • Gorgeous tones, easy to use, a classic

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byJon

    fromPortland, Maine

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I bought this amp after playing through it on every visit to my local Guitar Center. It has so much character, and really lets the character of any guitar you plug into it shine through. The tremolo is gorgeous and the reverb is very nice as well. I love this amp.

  • Love it !

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byGary

    fromSan Francisco

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Sounds wonderful. Can get LOUD '

  • Nice Amp

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byRodney

    fromGeorgetown, Kentucky

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Good sounding amp that is easy to use.

  • Great amp loud or quiet!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byMatt

    fromSan diego

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great amp! Too loud for a bedroom (thought the windows were about to blow out) but awesome in the living room! Has that great vox sound and I love the greenback speaker.

  • Great sound!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byVicky

    fromDallas, Texas

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I played several tube combo amps at Guitar Center before choosing the Vox. I really just loved the sound. It's a bit heavy, but much lighter than my Fender 2x12. I don't intend to have to move it much anyway. There were two amps in the store. Unfortunately, the one I brought home had terrible static and whistling, which I had not appreciated in the store. I assumed it had a bad tube, which apparently is a thing sometimes with these amps. After reading some other reviews, I see now that other people have probably had this problem. I usually purchase the protection plan on larger items; and had gotten it for the Vox. I don't think I would have needed, since I returned the amp in just a few days. However, since I had the protection plan there was absolutely no hassle. The folks at GC remembered me. They quickly took my defective amp and handed me the other. When I got home, I plugged in several different guitars; and they all sounded awesome. I would give this advice to anyone buying a tube amp. If you buy it new and it has an unpleasant sound when you plug it in, return it. If you buy it used, try replacing the tubes. The Vox AC15C1 is made in China "under the direction of Vox R&D England". It actually says this under the serial number! I guess that means the quality isn't always consistent. I'm very glad I was able to get a good one on the second attempt.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byDaemon

    fromPacific Grove, CA

    Can two guitarists plug in, one to each channel, and play together at the same time on this amp?

    Can two guitarists plug in, one to each channel, and play together at the same time on this amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it will overload the input.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byFinns

    fromTorrance ca

    Can you hook headphones up to this amp

    Can you hook headphones up to this amp

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Unfortunately, no.

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byJustin

    fromJanesville, ca

    Can you hook up guitar pedals to this amplifier

    Can you hook up guitar pedals to this amplifier

    Open Reply - Beau
    Guitar pedals can be connected to this amplifier.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked bysean

    fromCA

    Can the vox ac15 be financed , payed in installments?

    Can the vox ac15 be financed , payed in installments?

    Open Reply - Beau
    Yes, you would just need to be approved for the Guitar Center Gear card in order to make monthly payments.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byHighes

    fromMelrose MA

    Does the Vox AC 15 C1 come with a footswitch for reverb and tremelo?

    Does the Vox AC 15 C1 come with a footswitch for reverb and tremelo?

    Open Reply -
    The Optional VFS2A Footswitch is sold separately.