Vox AC30S1

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Vox AC30S1

Vox

AC30S1

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 443724
Brand: Vox
Model: AC30S1
Price: $878.90

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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.

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