Vox AC30S1
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Vox
AC30S1
Product Info
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The AC30S1 is a fantastic entry point into the iconic AC30 world. It nails that creamy, chimey Vox sound perfect for jangle-pop, classic rock, and indie tones. It's a great choice for players wanting that vintage vibe without the complexity of the more feature-rich AC30 models.
Product Description
- Vox AC30S1
- Fully Tubed Electric Guitar Combo
- Power: 30 W @ 16 ohms
- Speaker assembly: 1 x 12" Celestion VX12
- Tube assembly: 2 x 12AX7 (ECC83) pre-amp
- 4x EL84 power amp
- 1 Input - 1 channel
- Controls: Gain
- bass
- treble
- reverb
- volume
- Rear: External box output
- FX send & return
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 658 x 265 x 550 mm
- Weight: 24.5 kg
PROS
- • Classic AC30 chime and warmth, instantly recognizable Vox tone
- • Celestion VX12 speaker delivers tight lows and sparkling highs
- • Four EL84 tubes provide dynamic response and natural tube saturation
- • Simple, intuitive controls offer immediate tonal shaping possibilities
CONS
- • Limited to a single channel, restricting advanced tonal sculpting
- • Relatively heavy for a combo amp, making transport challenging
- • Can be noisy at higher gain settings, especially with single-coil pickups
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Key Features
Power (Watts)
30
Tubes
2 x 12AX7 (ECC83) preamp, 4 x EL84 power amp
Speaker
1 x 12 in Celestion VX12
Channels
1
Effects
FX send & return
Weight
24.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The VX12 is a modern Celestion speaker designed for the AC30, offering a balanced response with good clarity; it’s not quite as 'vintage' sounding as some older options but offers a more consistent performance.
The Gain control is surprisingly versatile, offering a wide range of tones from clean to slightly overdriven; it's not a high-gain monster, but it provides a useful amount of grit.
The S1 designation signifies a simplified design with fewer features – primarily a single channel and reduced controls – making it a more streamlined and affordable option.
