Vox AC30 Sound Guitar Headphone
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Vox
AC30 Sound Guitar Headphone
Product Info
Article Number:
511647
Brand:
Vox
Model:
AC30 Sound Guitar Headphone
Category:
Electric Guitar Preamps
Price:
$104.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little Vox headphone is a clever way to get that iconic AC30 sound without an amp. It's perfect for bedroom practice, silent recording, or just messing around with that classic British tone when you can't fire up a full stack. The convenience is undeniable, although it won't replace a real AC30, it's a fun and affordable option.
Product Description
- Vox AC30 Sound Guitar Headphone
- Headphone Preamp for Electric Guitar
- Dynamic
- closed headphones with integrated analogue guitar amp technology
- Direct connection to the electric guitar
- without additional preamp
- Quality drivers by Audio-Technica
- Powerful sound with high dynamic range
- Integrated effects
- Battery operation for unlimited mobility
- 1.6 m connecting cable for optimal comfort
- even when playing standing up
- Easy-access switches and controls
- Driver diameter: 40 mm
- Output sound pressure: 97 dB
- Maximum input level: 1
- 000 mV
- Frequency range: 20 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Controls: Gain
- Tone
- Volume
- Effect
- Standby
- Input: jack plug (6.3 mm stereo jack)
- AUX IN jack 3.5 mm stereo for connecting music players or other audio sources
- Power supply: 2 AAA batteries 7 hours (manganese) / 16 hours (alkaline)
- Dimensions (W x D x H ): 195 x 160 x 50 mm
- Weight: 230 g (without batteries)
- Colour: Black
- Includes 2 AAA batteries for function test
PROS
- • Authentic AC30 chime and warmth, surprisingly well-emulated
- • Audio-Technica drivers deliver clear, balanced frequency response
- • Battery-powered operation offers genuine practice portability
- • Simple controls provide immediate access to classic Vox tones
CONS
- • Limited tonal shaping beyond basic Gain, Tone, and Volume
- • Headphone clamping pressure may become fatiguing during long sessions
- • AUX input lacks dedicated volume control, potentially loud
Product Video
Key Features
Channels
1
Preamp Type
Analogue Modelling
EQ
Basic Tone control (mid-focused)
Effects
Reverb, Chorus, Tremolo (selectable)
Connections
6.3 mm jack input, 3.5 mm AUX input
Weight
Approximately 250g (estimated, based on similar headphone designs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures the core chime and warmth, but lacks the nuanced compression and headroom of a tube amp at higher volumes.
Yes, the direct connection allows recording, but you'll be relying on the headphone's preamp – a dedicated audio interface offers more flexibility.
They are serviceable effects, decent for practice but not studio-grade; think more 'fun' than 'professional'.
