With sound quality that overpowers its rivals
I like to play loud and as we all know valves like to be played loud . However
Mums Dads or in my case girlfiends dont always appreciate my awesome
technique at full volume. The Valtronix vt30 is the answer to my dream, I can
push the valve and tone to extreme and although Im not as loud as Id like to
be I dont have a bruise from the frying pan on my head and I do get the tone.
The Valvetronix VT30s power break is a godsend
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Sound Great with This Very Portable 100-watt Modeling Amp!
The Vox Valvetronix VT30 100-watt modeling guitar amplifier combo packs great
amp and effects models into a 2 x 12" combo that packs a real punch!
The Valvetronix VT30 gives you 22 amp models, 12 effects (including independent
reverb), and a total of 66 presets for an incredible amount of flexibility
onstage, in the studio, or in the practice room. Its onboard 12AX7 tube gives
you that magical tube amp response - and you can even choose the output wattage
to take advantage of those characteristics at low volumes.
Its 2 x 12" speaker configuration makes the Valvetronix VT30 sound full,
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Vox has a heritage that no other music company can boast.
Throughout the 1960’s it was one of the greatest innovators of music
technology and the name Vox was associated with many top and new artists of the
decade such as The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and The Shadows. Over fifty
years later, after six changes of ownership, it is still surviving in what has
become one of the worlds most competitive markets. Now there is a whole new
generation of Vox users, many because of their aspirations and respect for the
many artists who rely on Vox for their sound. So here is a brief overview of
the history of Vox and how it became one of the best-know amplifier brand.
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VT30 Twenty-two amp models
use high-quality modeling technology Another indispensible aspect of the Vox
VT30 Valvetronix is the modeling technology that is the source of its diverse
amp sounds. The sounds of twenty-two tube amps sought-after by the guitarists
are built in, including vintage amps that are now hard to find, as well costly
boutique amps. The coverage includes not only vintage types, but also the
latest high-gain types, accommodating a wide variety of playing techniques and
styles. With sound quality that overpowers its rivals
I like to play loud and as we all know valves like to be played loud . However
Mums Dads or in my case girlfiends dont always appreciate my awesome
technique at full volume. The Valtronix AC15 is the answer to my dream, I can
push the valve and tone to extreme and although Im not as loud as Id like to
be I dont have a bruise from the frying pan on my head and I do get the tone.
The Valvetronix VT30s power break is a godsend
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Key Features of the Vox VT30 Valvetronix 15W Guitar Amp
Combo
- VOX Valve Reactor circuit that uses a 12AX7 to produce real tube power amp
sound.
- Twenty-two realistic amp models are built-in, ranging from the latest
high-gain types to unobtainable legendary boutique amps and vintage amps.
- Twelve high-quality effects including independent reverb, rivaling the
quality of dedicated units
- Three banks (basic, effected, and song) are provided for each amp model,
giving you a total of sixty-six preset programs.
- Twenty-two programs of "song presets" simulate the sounds of
famous guitarists. You can save eight of your own edited programs.
- Power level control allows you to adjust the output wattage of the power
amp, meaning that you can obtain that distinctive power amp distortion even at
low output levels. Headphone output lets you practice at home, even at night.
- By using the VFS5 foot switch you can use your foot to change programs or
turn effects on/off.
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Optional VFS5 foot switch lets you switch programs or
turn effects on/off with your foot
By using the optional VFS5 foot switch you can switch programs, turn reverb or
other effects on/off, or make speed/tap settings using your foot. This is a
great advantage when youre creating sounds or performing live. Headphone
output and expandability allows home recording and late-night practice
Theres a headphone output that can be connected to headphones or to your mixer
or multi-track recorder. Since the tonal characteristics of the cabinet are
applied to this output, the sound will not be impaired even if you make a
direct-line recording or listen through headphones, ensuring that you continue
to get that great spatial depth and character. The VT50/100 provides a speaker
output that allows an external speaker to be connected, and the VT30 provides
an effect loop thats convenient for connecting an external effect, giving you
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Vox History Part1
1979
Pink Floyd release The Wall Rose Morris had been the distributor of Marshall
amplifiers throughout the 1970s but it became apparent that Marshall wished to
do the job themselves and so Rose Morris started looking for another
amplification line to run. Rose Morris soon became the new owner of Vox Sound
Ltd, which became simply Vox Ltd. The first great achievement that Rose Morris
made was to buy back the rights to Vox from the Thomas Organ Company. Rose
Morris had no manufacturing facilities so it acquired the exclusive use of the
Arbiter plant at Shoeburyness.
1980
Much work was needed to be done to revive the Vox name and there were many
manufacturing difficulties to overcome, but at the 1980 British Music Fair the
Vox V125 was launched. This was basically a modified AC120 in the form of a
head driving open back two by twelve-inch speaker cabinets. Soon other models
appeared, a V125 Bass model, A V15 valve combo and transistor Escort 50 Lead
and Escort 50 Bass. Utilising a modified V125 chassis a combo known as the
Climax was made.
1982
Michael Jacksons "Thriller" sells 20 million albums to become
largest selling record ever. Vox recommence production of guitars. Made in the
Far East the “Custom” and “Standard” guitar ranges provide
some of the best quality guitars to bear the Vox name. Later in 1985 the Korean
built White Shadow guitar made and appearance and replaced the Standard and
Custom range.
1984
Apple introduces Macintosh personal computers. With the help of outside
contracted design and manufacture, the Vox Venue series started production. The
Venue series soon comprised of 50 and 100 Watt combo amps for guitar and bass
and keyboards. Also a GT100 model with a high frequency horn for the acoustic
guitar was made. A short-lived P.A. venue based design was introduce giving two
models, the Venue PA 120 and PA 200. The Venue range was well received and used
by groups of the 1980s including the Style Council and the Smiths.
1985
LIVE AID concerts in London and Philadelphia broadcast worldwide. The AC30
underwent a re-design in order to reduce it production costs. With out this
there was a strong feeling that it should be dropped from the catalogue. The
design was made using one PCB and a reduced gain design was employed to
overcome problems with lack of good quality valves and the hum problems
associated with a single PCB design. The contractors Audio Factor who also made
the Venue range carried out manufacture.
1986
The venue range had the Dual 100 added which employed a twin switched channel
to compete with the successful sessionette amps that were a strong competitor
at the time. A new valve model was introduced the Concert 501 and the Concert
100 head and 4 x12 inch speaker cabs which sold well in the export market and
retained some of the Vox looks.
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1988
CDs outsell vinyl records for the first time. Rose Morris decided that the way
forward was to acquire its own manufacturing facility and started looking at a
company called Precision Electronics who soon designed and built a new
transistor range for Vox called the Q-Series and take over the manufacturing of
the AC30.
1989
Rose Morris buy a large section of the P.E plant and hire a small team to make
Vox amplifiers.
1990
Jimi Hendrixs Fender Stratocaster that he used to perform his famous version
of the "Star Spangled Banner" at Woodstock, is auctioned off in
London for $295,000. The AC30 underwent some change but this time for the
better. An attempt was made to get it back to sound like an original early 60s
AC30 and a limited production run of 1000 were made and branded the AC30
Limited Edition. Each had a brass plate on the back with the unit’s
number. The Limited Edition was even endorsed by Dick Denney who for the first
time in 23 years had some association with Vox.
1991
Because of the success of the AC30 Ltd Edition a new model AC30 based on the
same design was introduced but with Reverb and also available as an AC30 Head.
This model was known as the AC30 Vintage. Both the Limited Edition and the
Vintage were fitted as standard with G12M Celestion speakers but as an option,
a Vox Blue speaker model was available. But Celestion did not make this Blue
speaker and although it was a good attempt at recreating the oriental Vox
speaker there were noticeable differences when compared to the Original
Celestion built Blue speakers.
1992
Time for change again and the recession of the late 1980’s and slow
economic recovery in the early 1990 had left Rose Morris’s directors
looking for a buyer for Rose Morris. The name Rose Morris soon disappears and
Vox was under new management again.
1993
Frank Zappa dies of prostate cancer. For financial reasons the small Vox
manufacturing facility at Wellingborough was shut as there was now an
opportunity for a local company to manufacture the AC30. Realising that it was
the original AC30 that guitarists wanted, the AC30 was put back to as near as
an original design as could be achieved within today’s manufacturing
costs. Two major factors to obtaining the sound of the 1960’s AC30 were
put back into the design. The GZ34 valve rectifier, not used since the late
1960’s was reintroduced and although a primitive component by today’s
standard it plays a major part in obtaining the real AC30 sound. Second, the
original Blue Alnico speakers were reintroduce and built for Vox once more by
Celestion. It was not only the sound of the original AC30 that was achieved,
but cosmetically this new AC30 looked much like the original model with the
reintroduction of the basketweave vinyl and vintage fawn colour diamond fret
cloth. The result is the AC30 that you can buy today, with little change from
the original, this amplifier proves that Tom Jennings and Dick Denney were
right first time. 1993 also saw the reintroduction of the classic Vox Wah-Wah
pedal made to the original specification. This was shortly followed by a
limited production run of the Vox Tone Bender germanium transistor fuzz box.
1996
The new AC15 arrives. A new version of the AC15 is made available, based on the
original AC15 but with more practical features for the modern user like reverb,
master volume and tone controls.
1997
Scientists successfully clone Dolly the sheep. The AC1 desktop battery
amplifier is made. A 1-watt, twin 2-inch speaker, mini amplifier in the style
of an AC30.
1998
Two new pedal arrive, the Valve-Tone and the Distortion-Booster.
1999
Ex-Beatle George Harrison stabbed at his home by unknown assailant. Harrison
survives the attack. The Vox Pathfinder 15 practice amplifier makes is debuted
and is well received at the Frankfurt Musik Messe. The Vox Cambridge range is
developed for release in late 1999.
2000
The new Vox Cambridge 30 Reverb & Cambridge 30 Reverb Twin amplifiers
arrive featuring a two channel valve driven preamp. Frankfurt Musik Messe sees
the launch of the new Vox T-25 bass guitar combo. Everlast appears on the
back cover of VOXs catalogue with the AC30.
2001
Apple Computers introduce first generation iPod. VOX R&D becomes a division
of KORG Europe. Julys music trade shows in the US and UK launch the new
revolutionary Valvetronix range and T60 & Pathfinder 10 combos.
2002
The Vox T-15 bass amp and new pathfinder 15 & 15R amps are shown at the
Frankfurt Musik Messe. AC30 makes a resurgence when Lenny Kravitz tours with a
wall of combos and custom cabinets.
2003
VOX introduces the UNION JACK WAH pedal with a colourful flag on the pedal
body. Matchbox 20 appears in an ad with the VOX AC30.
2004
U2 releases hit album, How To Dismantle An Atomic Bomb. VOXs relationship
with Brian May is further cemented when the company introduces the VBM-1 Brian
May Amplifier. VOX releases their Handwired AC30 head and combo to critical
acclaim. The Pathfinder 10, 15 and 15R portable combos are reintroduced. Youth
oriented artists begin to insist on VOX, when groups like Primus, Train and Our
Lady Peace join the VOX register.
2005
Live 8 benefit concerts are held around the world, as part of the Make Poverty
History campaign. VOX R&D office established in England. ToneLab is
introduced, offering VOXs innovative Valve Reactor and Valvetronix modeling
technology in a portable desktop processor. VOX introduces COOLTRON technology
and releases the first line of battery powered stomp boxes that include a tube.
The new CHROME SERIES of Valvetronix amplifiers is launching, targeting younger
players with modified looks, great modeling sound and a punch of power. VOX
production moves to China and the AC30 Custom Classic is introduced. VOX
continues to gain popularity and artists such as Meredith Brooks, Simple Plan
and Slipknot endorse the AC30 and Valvetronix amps.
2006
Guitarist Brian May announces that Queen is heading back into the studio for
recording sessions. The lineup Queen + Paul Rodgers features Brian May, Roger
Taylor and Paul Rodgers – the former lead vocalist of Free. The portable,
affordable DA5 amplifier is launched and later includes a variety of amps in
colours like red, pink and green. VOXs popularity surges with diverse artists
that include Jim Ward of Sparta, Claudio Sanchez from Coheed & Cambria and
Patrick Stump of Fall Out Boy.
2007
VOX Amplifiers, the JMI Years by Jim Elyea is published. Taking a further
step forward in sound development, VOX presents its AC50 and AC100 CLASSIC PLUS
heads, cabs and combo. VOX celebrates its 50th year of amplifier design with
two custom created AC15 models, the first in its new line of Heritage
Collection amplifiers. |
VT30 Twelve high-quality effects deliver
the essentials with plenty of variation
Effects are an important part of creating your guitar sound. The Vox VT30
guitar amp contains twelve effects with quality rivaling that of dedicated
stand-alone processors, ranging from familiar standards to fresh new types. Of
these, the reverb effect is always available, and three of the other eleven
types are composite effects that allow up to three effects to be used
simultaneously. Noise reduction can also be used at the same time. Each effect
has multiple parameters that you can adjust to create the precise sound you
want. Theres also a tap switch that makes it easy to set the delay time or
modulation speed. Independent reverb is provided, giving you an even broader
range of sound-creating possibilities. |
VOX Valvetronix VT30 Specifications
- [Amp Models] BOUTIQUE CL,DELUXE TWEED,SUPER 4X10,AC15TB,AC30HH,EXPRESS
TRAIN,AC50CP2,UK 25TH,US 90S,UK MODERN,BOUTIQUE METAL,MODDED CL,TWEED
2X12,TWEED 4X10,AC15,AC30TB,BOUTIQUE OD,AC30BM,UK 80S,CALI METAL,UK 90S,METAL
BULL
- [Effect Models] DELAY,TAPE
ECHO,CHORUS,COMP,OCTAVE,FLANGER,PHASER,ROTARY,TREMOLO,PITCH,REVERB, NR(Noise
Reduction)
- Number of amp types: 22
- Number of effects: 12
- Number of programs: 66 preset,
- 8 user Input/output jacks: 1x INPUT,1 x FOOT SW jack, 1 x PHONE jack, 1 x
EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUT jack, 1 x LOOP RETURN jack, 1 x LOOP SEND jack
- Power amp output: VT15=maximum 15W RMS @4 ohms, VT30=maximum 30W RMS @4
ohms, VT50=maximum 50W RMS @8 ohms, VT100=maximum 100W RMS @8 ohms
- Signal processing A/D conversion:
- 24-bit, D/A conversion: 24-bit, Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
- Power supply requirements: AC, local voltage Included items: power cable
- Options(Sold separately): VOX VFS5 foot switch
*Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
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