Vox ac15c1 custom 2channel 15watt 1x12 guitar combo. If you made a longer speaker line and took the handle off the vox, you could do it all proper like and put the tt on top of the vox. Hiquality durable allmetal construction, separate stereo jack lead supplied for connect to amp. Love vox amps but the black and greenredgraybrown mesh thing is just blech. Its bright and i play a fender through it, so ive done some minor modifications to take some of the brightness out of itnothing major. Ive narrowed it down to the ac15 as my use is 100% recording not gigging therefore the ac30 is unnecessary for me. The speaker is a single 12 that is a custom made vox speaker.
I know complaining about a tube amp being heavy is like complaining about a movie theater being too dark inside, but im relieved that their practice amp is a reasonable weight 20 pounds i believe. This powerful channel pairing provides an abundance of tonecrafting control. The guide was originally intended for the use of service engineers, however it has also proved to be very popular with vox ac30 owners and enthusiasts. The instructions below are provided as a guide to saving the files to your computer. The reissue mullard el34 is new sensors remake of the famous xf2 mullard el34 power tube. Drawing on over 50 years of ampbuilding expertise, the ac15c2 twin offers maximum tonal dexterity, providing a stunning range of authentic tones. The guide has new schematics, layout drawings, photographs and parts lists for the vox ac30,vox ac15,vox ac10,and the vox ac4. Gif ac15 reissue pre amp schematic, ac156002 iss 1 vox, 1996. The ac15c2 twin also features the larger spring reverb tank found in the ac30c2. Vox ac4c112 discussion in amp central station started by maplebeans, jul 24, 2014.
Current vox amps come standard with celestion greenbacks but are also available with celestion blues albeit at a higher price. Once in awhile, something would pop up on my radar but for one reason or another, it would fall off and the ac15 twin would be there waiting for me to come back to it. On my ac15c2 i modified the tone stack a bit and added a toggle switch. Vox ac15c1 vs ac15c2 any advice basically i am ready to purchase a new guitar amp and the vox sound is exactly what im after, but im a little confused between all the models.
This enhanced version of the ac15c1 adds a second speaker, which amounts to two 12inch celestion greenbacks. Ac15c2 twin this enhanced version of the ac15c1 adds a second speaker, providing two 12 celestion greenbacks. Vox ac15c1 guitar combo amplifier 15 watts, 16 ohms. The vox tone controls are a bit wonky to get the sound you want. Vox amp schematics to assist you with your amplifier repairs and modifications. Do you have a vox guitar or bass tube amp that needs repair or modifications. The amp has a single 14 input and has both built in reverb and tremolo. Nashville, tn july 21, 2011 vox amplification summer namm booth 800 introduce the ac15c2 twin combo amp, the tb35c1 and tb35c2 with tony bruno, and the handwired series amps. Boasting both a normal and top boost channel, the ac15 custom is an alltube, el84 driven workhorse that delivers 15 watts of authentic british tone into your choice of a genuine celestion greenback or alnico blue speaker. Again, a great sounding tube but for much less money compared to nos mullard el34 vacuum tubes. Vox custom ac15c2 15w 2x12 tube guitar combo amp black. Each channel is equipped with its own volume control, and the top boost channel offers highly interactive treble and bass tone controls. I have owned all the iterations of the newer acs hand wired and non except the ac15c2, which im contemplating on trading in my ac15c1 for. The following pages give an overview of the various types of guitar amp available.
For guitar players in need of a great overdriven tone in vox amps the mullard el84 is a good bet. Included are reverb and tremolo to add some different sounds to the mix. Utilization the make up of the vox ac15 cc1 is very straight forward and easy to. The vox ac15 twin valve guitar amplifier draws from over 50 years of tube amp building expertise to offer the most. Compatible with ac15c1x, ac15c2, ac30c2x, ac15vr, ac30vr, av30, av60 and all night train g2 models. Had to keep the tt in back of the vox and on the floor because the speaker line is a little short. The difference between the ac15c1 and c2same circuit, but the ac15c2 has an ac30 box and ac30 reverb tank. This amp is the culmination of over 50 years of manufacturing expertise and high quality, guitar amplifier design. We have 2 vox ac15c1 manuals available for free pdf download.
We have taken the best ac designs and added a number of useful features to give you the most tonally flexible ac to date. Welcome to vox many thanks for adding the vox ac30vrac15vr amplifier to your sonic arsenal. But, it works just fine as a 1x12 if you dont mind the weight. Im thinking of stepping up from my ac15c1 to an ac30, despite the volume increase. The vox ac15 twin valve guitar amplifier draws from over 50 years of tube ampbuilding expertise to offer the most. Indepth with the man of the moment martin simpsons gear in pictures.
For anyone who hasnt kept abreast of the dear old vox ac series. On the normal position it responds and sounds like the stock amp. Vox unveils ac15c2 twin, tb35c1 and tb35c2, and handwired. So the ac15c2 is lighter but will it be heard at rehearsals, we play pretty loud, indie rock and britpop music. Im noticing more and more that the ac15, while similar in tone, d.
Almost annually since the reissues of the mid90s that were made in the marshall factory, as it goes, theres been a succession of ostensibly very similar black boxes with diamond grille cloth. We have 1 vox ac15c2 manual available for free pdf download. The multitalented austin guitarslinger talks with full rig tour james bay talks epiphone centurys and blagging being a singer songwriter by mick taylor. Service manual vox ac15c1c2 ch table of contents schematic diagram. Tubes and the reverb tank can help quite a bit too. Do not discard this product, manual, package or battery along with ordinary household waste. Vox ac15c1 manuals manuals and user guides for vox ac15c1. Vox ac15c2 twin for anyone who hasnt kept abreast of the dear old vox ac series evolution recently, your confusion is excused.
Vox reintroduced the ac15 2x12 twin amp in 2011, calling it the ac15c2. Ac15c1 musical instrument amplifier pdf manual download. Vox amplification recently unveiled the new ac15c2 twin combo amp, which is the latest addition to their ac custom series of tube amps. Congratulations on your purchase of the vox guitar amplifier custom series ac30c2xac30c2. The ac15c2 twin provides the vox classic tremolo effect, with adjustable controls for both the speed and depth. Vox diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free. I had wanted an ac30 but just didnt need that much power so the ac15 was an obvious amp to consider. Vox owners club page 11 fender stratocaster guitar forum. The ac15c2 twin also features the larger spring reverb tank found in the. Congratulations on your purchase of the vox custom series guitar amplifier ac30c2xac30c2. All listings current page auction buy it now classified ads.
The normal channel has a single volume control, whilst the. The reissue mullard el84 power output tube is another winner. The vox ac15 cc1 custom classic is a tube and valve based combination amp, delivering 15 watts of power, as the name states. Vox ac15c2 mods i love this bad boy, but i want to give it a bit warmer, creamier tone and honestly just make it the best beast that it can be.
I may upgrade the pick ups etc in the future after ive played it more and got to grips with what i actually want it to sound. The first channel incorporates the preamp circuitry from the original ac30 normal amp while the second channel featured the vox ac30 top boost tone control circuit. Vox ac15c2 guitar combo amplifier 15 watts, 2x12 zzounds. It was designed by our uk based vox engineering team and built by our state of the art, vertically integrated manufacturing fac ility and were sure itll give you countless hours of great guitar tones that will feel as good as they sound. This thing is everything i want, need, and expect from an. I look through the circuit, trace the signal, and check the bias. I think the ac15c2 covers the 2x12, low watt choice. The amp features a normal channel, and a top boost much like the old 60s vox amps. The vox ac15 custom valve guitar amplifier draws from over 50 years of tube ampbuilding expertise to offer the most versatile ac15 design in vox history. I intend to add a vox to my collection, only thing putting me off the ac30c2 is the damn weight of it, 71lbs, wow. In order to get the most out of your new gear, please read this owners manual. You will be hooked and find yourself trying to get one.
After some research ie found that upgrading the reverb tank is very cheap and easy, but also that the c2 has the ac30 reverb tank. At our store and warehouse, ready to ship direct to you. I have a good variety of guitars to choose from, each with different pick up configurations stratocaster single coils to gibson hummbuckers to p90s, etc. The vox ac15c1 is an excellent low wattage combo amp with supple features and a welcome compact size. At the moment, im using some of your ideas rebuilding a pignose g40v. Thank you for purchasing the vox tonelab ex modeling. I run the amp with the two channels patched together, and one channel cleaner. The vox ac15c2 was the most musicalsounding and warmest i could find. Packed into the ac15c2 is a pair of 25watt celestion g12m greenback speakers. Ac30c2xac30c2ac15c1 owners manual the vox showroom. I also have a bit of a vox disease with a pathfinder, an ac4, and an ac15. Links are provided on this page to download the assets listed. This is a 15 watt amp, loaded with 2 celestion greenback speakers.