Review of the Vox AC30S1 amplifier. Where to buy it?

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  • 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

review vox-ac30s1

This amplifier usually has a price around 515.00 €

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Some comments from people who come to the forum about this model:

Comment:

This amp truly surprised me.
It has that "Voxy" sound of the classic AC30. They did a great job with this new Celestion speaker made for this model. I use it mainly for rehearsals but I plan on use it live soon.

Pros:
– The sound! Either you’re going for more drive or cleaner sounds, this amp delivers. It’s loud, but can be real soft with the volume knob at minimum (I would dare say even bedroom level)
– Reverb is really good, not to much submersed even at max
– FX Loop. Just sounds like heaven with a delay pedal
– The looks. It’s simply a wonder for the eyes

Cons:
– Even though it’s a lot lighter than the original AC30, it’s heavy to carry around.

Thomann’s deliver was spot on as usual, and I couldn’t be happier with the amp. Strongly recommend.

Comment:

Pros :
+ Amp is smaller and also lighter than the regular AC30, so its better for gigging.
+ Digital Reverb sounds very good and it has a wider range.
+ Amps is very loud so it can handle every sized gig, but can be used at lower volumes thanks to Master section.
+ Effects loop

Cons :
– No tremolo
– Maybe the Handles on sides will be a good idea, it’s still heavy for what it is.
– After longer playing, it’s getting pretty hot

Vox AC30S1 vs Vox AC15 C1

The amplifier Vox AC30S1 is usually 0 € cheaper than Vox AC15 C1, but the difference is so small that this can vary..

Vox AC30S1

Vox AC15 C1
  • 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
  • All-tube
  • Power: 15 Watt
  • 12″ Celestion G12M Greenback Speaker
  • 3x 12AX7 (ECC83) Preamp, 2 x EL84 Power amp
  • Inputs: Input Normal, Top Boost, Volume, Treble, Bass, Reverb, Tremolo (Speed and Depth), Standby, Power switch, Tone Cut Regulator
  • Back: 2x Speaker outputs
  • Impedance Switch (8 or 16 Ohm)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 602 x 265 x 456 mm
  • Weight: 22 kg
  • Optional footswitch: Art.198735 (not included)
  • Optional suitable case: Art.317592 (not included)

And then a video of the amplifier Vox AC15 C1

Vox AC15 Review & Demo (AC15c1)

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Vox AC30S1 vs Vox AC15 C2

The amplifier Vox AC30S1 is usually 144 € cheaper than Vox AC15 C2.

Vox AC30S1

Vox AC15 C2
  • 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
  • All-tube
  • Power: 15 Watt
  • 2 x 12″ Celestion G12M Greenback Speakers
  • 3x 12AX7 (ECC83) Preamp
  • 2 x EL84 Power amp
  • Inputs: Input Normal, Top Boost, Volume, Treble, Bass, Reverb, Tremolo (Speed and Depth), Standby, Power switch, Tone Cut Regulator
  • Back: speaker outputs x 2
  • Impedance Switch (8 or 16 Ohm)
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 702 x 265 x 556 mm
  • Weight: 30.2 kg
  • Optional footswitch: VOX VFS2 Article Nr. 165749 or LEAD FOOT FS-2 Article Nr. 198735
  • Colour: Black

And then a video of the amplifier Vox AC15 C2

Vox AC15C2 HQ Comprehensive Demo

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Vox AC30S1 vs Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV

The amplifier Vox AC30S1 is usually 284 € cheaper than Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV.

Vox AC30S1

Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV
  • 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
  • Hot Rod series
  • 3 Channels: Normal, Drive and More Drive
  • Power: 40 W
  • Equipped with: 1x 12″ Celestion A-Type
  • Tubes: 3x 12AX7 and 2x 6L6
  • 2 Jack inputs – input 2 with -6 dB
  • Controls for Presence, Reverb, Master Volume, Middle, Bass, Treble, Drive, Select Switch, Drive Volume, Bright Switch
  • Chicken head style buttons
  • 2 Speaker connections: Internal and external
  • Preamp out
  • Power amp in
  • Case made of solid light pine
  • Dimensions: 47.6 x 59.7 x 26.7 cm
  • Weight: 18.59 kg
  • Design: Black textured vinyl and slightly aged silver-coloured front fabric
  • Includes 2-way footswitch and protective cover

And then a video of the amplifier Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV

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Vox AC30S1 vs Vox AC10C1 Custom

The amplifier Vox AC30S1 is usually 77 € more expensive than Vox AC10C1 Custom.

Vox AC30S1

Vox AC10C1 Custom
  • 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
  • All-tube amplifier
  • Power: 10 W
  • Equipped with: 1x 10″ Celestion VX10 speaker
  • Tubes: 2x 12AX7 preamplifier, 2x EL84 power amplifier
  • 1 Jack output
  • Controls: Gain, bass, treble, reverb & volume
  • Speaker connector: 1x 16 Ohm – switches the internal speaker off
  • Dimensions (W x D x H): 520 x 210 x 410 mm
  • Weight: 12.3 kg

And then a video of the amplifier Vox AC10C1 Custom

Review Demo - Vox AC10C1 Custom

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Where to buy this amplifier Vox AC30S1

Thomann

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  • Full warranty. If you have any problems, they take care of everything.
  • 100% reliable payment.
  • Leader in trouble-free shipping.
  • Usually Best price.
  • Best Reputation: They are the leading online store in Europe and have the best catalogue and information.

Amazon

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  • Full Guarantee but they are no experts in music equipment.
  • Sometimes better price.
  • He’s got worse stock than Thomann.

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