Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp
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15 watts of pure Brit-inspired tone, pumping through a 12" Celestion greenback speaker.
An Evolution in Tone
Vox Custom amps offer 2 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 rely on the Tone Cut and Volume controls in the Master section. 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 effect. Both the speed and the depth are adjustable, allowing you to generate just the sound you want. 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 3 x 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.
Check the drop-down menu to the right to select colors and/or other options.
Features
- 2 channels
- 15W into 16 ohms
- 12" Celestion G12M Greenback
- Normal input
- Top Boost input
- Classic tremolo effect
- Spring reverb
Drawing on more than 50 years of amp-building expertise, the Vox AC15C1 Custom Amp offers maximum tonal dexterity. Order now and go Brit.
Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp Specifications:
- Dimensions: 23-11/16"W x 10-7/16"D x 18"H
- Weight: 48-1/2 lb.
- Output Power: 15 watts RMS into 16 ohms
- Speaker: 1 x 12" 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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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Excellent sound (13)
- Warm / comfy (12)
- Easy to use (11)
- Good power output (10)
- Portable (8)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (10)
- Performances (9)
- Amateur recording (8)
- Professional recording (8)
- Outdoor events / games (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (11), Professional musician (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Classic Rock Tone Machine!
I mainly play in a living-room setting and wanted that big classic overdrive sound at a reasonable level. I have found my tone in this amp. I chose this amp over a Fender Blues ...Read complete review
I mainly play in a living-room setting and wanted that big classic overdrive sound at a reasonable level. I have found my tone in this amp. I chose this amp over a Fender Blues Jr, because I personally liked the reverb on this amp better and thought the drive was more of the Jimmy Page sound I was going for. It also has tremolo, which is foot-switchable for when you need to Run Through the Jungle. The cleans are sparkly and beautiful, well suited for your Wind Cries Marry, Lenny tones. Crank it into overdrive and you have all your classic tones. Roll back your guitar volume and it cleans up nicely. My favorite feature of this amp is the Tone Cut control. I especially like this when using a Stratocaster, it keeps the high frequency sounds under control and even using a Les Paul seems to smooth out the whole mix without affecting the drive at all. I would absolutely recommend this amp to anyone who plays classic rock and blues.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nice tone (if you can get it). To get it, you may need to do a little tweaking.
Sounds great now, thanks to me. for an amp that rattles is not a good deal. Build it right and charge a little more, or give it up and join the ranks of ...Read complete review
Sounds great now, thanks to me. for an amp that rattles is not a good deal. Build it right and charge a little more, or give it up and join the ranks of the $99 toy amps for kids, and just call it a day. The problem I discovered is so obvious that Vox has to know it exists. Shameful.
It has what you need for the sounds a Vox makes, but the quality is a bit lacking. If you're looking for a metal amp, this is not it. Clean headroom is also a little lacking, especially with humbuckers (usable with single coils, to a point). Nice classic crunch, but don't expect to be completely impressed unless you're willing to do a little tinkering (and willing to drop another hundred-plus bucks for new parts) like I did.
I posted a review on this already but I don't see it here, so allow me to explain the problem and how I fixed it. There was a glassy rattle in the first one I brought home. I replaced the power tubes with a set of matched Mesa Boogie valves. Same problem. I sent that one back. Amp number 2 arrives. Again, the glassy rattle was there. So, I took the back off (again) and isolated the rattle to the power tubes (again). This problem, with this amp, is all over the internet by the way. You can look it up. It's very common (now they tell me...). So, I kept this one, and instead, decided to tune it up myself. I ordered a re-trube kit (JJ tubes) and damper rings (Eurotubes.com). Getting the tube retainers back over the dampers takes a steady hand and a little luck, then you need a pair of small pliers ot bend the base of the clips away from the glass (the dampers make the retainers bow inward, so you have to pull them back out). I pluged it in (with the back still off) and discovered a "new" rattle, from the board that the power tube sockets are monted to. Touching the board stops it, so I wedged a thick rubber washer tightly between the edge of the board and the chassis frame. Problem solved. Anyway, this is a design flaw. The power tubes should not be directly coupled to the circuit board, which is not shock mounted. If you have this problem with yours, this is the fix. Sounds great now. 'Probably didn't need the tubes at all, but it sounds almost as good as a classic AC30 now. Night and day difference. The stock Chinese tubes are junk. Reverb tank still sounds like a tin can though. That's next to go.
Hey Vox, how about building these things a little better so every one of your products isn't like some kind of project, right out of the box. I thought Vox quality had improved more by now (back in the 80's they were complete junk). I think they still have a lot of room for improvement. Of course, once you get one the way you like it, they sound great. That part should not be the customer's problem, however. You also owe me $120. I'll just take it out of the new Vox gear I won't be buying until you guys stop selling "do it yourself" kits...
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- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
I got this as a present from a very dear old friend I use to perform with. I love it!
Pros
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Powerful
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
Recommended by sales agent.
My first tube amp.
Really nice sound - with a bit of overdrive the edge where the clean just starts to get a little bit of roughness sounds great.
Bass and treble controls are a bit odd - adjusting one affects the other.
Tremolo is very sensitive - a little bit goes a long way. Most of the range is not really useable.
Reverb is really nice.
Plenty of power - sounds a lot bigger than 15W.
Cabinet is bigger than I would have thought necessary to hold a 12" speaker - it's a big heavy box! Same size as my Fender Princeton Chorus 2x10"! Not as portable as I was hoping.
Overall I'm very happy with it.
Pros
- Excellent Sound
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
I've had this amp for two years, and I cannot say enough good things about it. The clean tone rivals amps that are five 5 as expensive. I've been carrying this around for the past 8 months, and have not had one probelm outside of a few scratches. When buying this amp, one must understand that it is very much a one-trick pony, but it does that one trick very, very well. Pair this with a Sparkle Drive and you get delicious tone. The Tremelo and Reverb are both excellent. Would buy another one if somthing happened to mine.
Pros
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Options
- Portability
- Powerful
- Tone
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
Definitely was blown away by the quality of the tone. I lead worship at my church as well as well as write and record my own music (indie rock, blues, ballads). Despite all the hype around the amp, I was a natural skeptic. Finally I got a chance to road trip up to GC and play through it for the first time. I have never been so pleased with any piece of music gear I have plugged into! I bought it on sight and have been overly satisfied ever since. Could not be more pleased!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
- Play Anytime Any Ware
- Professional Recording
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
WOW! I thought my Fender 212R 100watt was a good amp, fooled again! I will never buy another solid state amp.... VOX really blew me away....This amp is perfect! Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp.
Loud 1X12 green back, Pure tone, crisp light cleans,solid crunchy distortion, and I love the reverb and tremelo...Buy it! Don't forget the foot pedal!
Shipping was fast with no problems...this time, thanks MF!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Powerful
- Small Gigs
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Home Studio
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
I mainly play in a living-room setting and wanted that big classic overdrive sound at a reasonable level. I have found my tone in this amp. I chose this amp over a Fender Blues Jr, because I personally liked the reverb on this amp better and thought the drive was more of the Jimmy Page sound I was going for. It also has tremolo, which is foot-switchable for when you need to Run Through the Jungle. The cleans are sparkly and beautiful, well suited for your Wind Cries Marry, Lenny tones. Crank it into overdrive and you have all your classic tones. Roll back your guitar volume and it cleans up nicely. My favorite feature of this amp is the Tone Cut control. I especially like this when using a Stratocaster, it keeps the high frequency sounds under control and even using a Les Paul seems to smooth out the whole mix without affecting the drive at all. I would absolutely recommend this amp to anyone who plays classic rock and blues.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Great Looks Classic Vibe
- Vox Tone
Cons
- Not Enough Clean Headroom
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
Bought this without really taking a test drive, but had a good idea of what I was getting based on ownership of previous Vox amp (VT30). Heard some complaints about build quality (because it is MDF) but that is bunk. This amp is put together solidly: I have found no outward flaws cosmetically or functionally. Fit and finish is top notch; switches are heavy duty as are the input jacks. Control knobs are nice and smooth This amp has awesome "curb appeal" compared to others. This is my first tube amp and my only minor complaint is the lack of clean headroom on the normal channel.Otherwise, the tone rings clear. Plug into the top boost channel and the tone fuzzes up nicely without being clanky and metallic; it's warm. For the 15 watts it will make the windows rattle. Boutique amp; certainly not, but for the price, a good value.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
Great amp, especially for the price.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
This has everything you want in a Class A tube amp: easily controllable distortion as well as warm clean tones. I had used a solid state amp for a long time with stomp boxes to replicate the tube sound. Got the Vox and rarely use a box anymore. The amp distorts quite easily, so you control it with your guitar volume pots. Dial in as much, or as little, distortion as you want, and adjust the amp volume to the room. Warm, clean tones? Cut your guitar volume down, and boost the amp volume. It's really as simple as that. Sometimes I use a little compression or a fuzz just for variety, but this amp does so much and has such a nice variety of tones that it'll put a smile on your face every time you play. Love the thing. Wish I had bought it years ago.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Great With Ric Or Sg
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about Vox Custom AC15C1 15W 1x12 Tube Guitar Combo Amp:
Great crunchy sound without losing tone. Superb chime without painful overtones. Vox have really excelled with this reissue of their classic AC15 Custom. Plus this thing is loud!
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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