Vox MV50 Brian May
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Vox
MV50 Brian May
Product Info
Article Number:
564195
Brand:
Vox
Model:
MV50 Brian May
Category:
Hybrid Amplifier Heads for Guitar
Price:
$294.80
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This little Vox is a seriously cool, budget-friendly way to dial in a Brian May-inspired sound. The Nutube preamp gives it a surprising amount of vintage grit, and the built-in treble booster is killer for those soaring, harmonized leads. It's perfect for guitarists wanting a classic Vox AC30 vibe without the massive footprint or expense.
Product Description
- Vox MV50 Brian May
- Amplifier Head for Electric Guitar
- VOX AC30 voicing with treble booster for the legendary Brian May sound
- Preamp: Nutube 6P1 with KAT treble booster
- Max. output power: 50 W RMS at 4 ohms
- 25 W RMS at 8 ohms
- 12.5 W RMS at 16 ohms
- Controls: Gain
- Tone
- Volume
- Switches: Treble Boost On/Off
- Impedance
- Standby
- Eco switch
- EQ switch (flat/deep)
- Input: 6.3 mm jack plug
- Speaker output: 6.3 mm jack
- Line-out/headphone output
- Incl. power supply unit
PROS
- • Nutube preamp delivers surprising warmth and vintage Vox character.
- • KAT treble booster adds a distinct, chimey edge reminiscent of Brian May’s tone.
- • Compact size and included power supply make it incredibly portable and convenient.
- • Eco mode reduces power consumption for quieter practice sessions.
CONS
- • Limited EQ control; shaping the tone beyond the treble booster can be challenging.
- • Nutube technology, while innovative, can be perceived as less robust than traditional tubes.
- • Single channel design restricts versatility for players needing varied tonal options.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
50W RMS (4 ohms), 25W RMS (8 ohms), 12.5W RMS (16 ohms)
Preamp Tubes
Nutube 6P1
Channels
1
Effects
None (reverb/effects via external sources)
Speaker Output
6.3 mm jack
Weight
7.7 lbs (approximate, power supply included)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Nutube offers a slightly smoother, less aggressive character than a traditional tube amp, but still provides a good amount of warmth and harmonic richness – it’s more of a hybrid experience.
Yes, the impedance switch allows for connection to various speaker cabinets, though optimal performance is achieved with 8-ohm loads.
Eco mode reduces the power output, making it quieter for practice, but it maintains the core tonal characteristics – it's perfectly usable for recording at lower volumes.
