This in itself is a glowing tribute to the original product designed by dick denny when vox was part of jennings musical industries. Aside from that, i think its an all around great amp if youre into the vox sound even with the wharfdale speaker. I prefer the thick, overdriven sound achieved by brian may of queen. Unfollow vox ac30cc1 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Dave from kosmic sound shows you through one of the most iconic guitar amps of all time. I have no doubt that the ac30c2 is a great amp, despite my dislike for mdf cabinets. Although the vox brand has been owned by numerous companies, and even though each of them has made some changes to the ac30, the amp itself has remained basically unchanged since 1965. To view this site, you must enable javascript or upgrade to a. Vox ac30 cc2 schematics readdownload vox ac30 cc2 one of the best and most beloved. In addition to the standard ac30c2 ac15c1 specification, the heads also have a built in reactive attenuator, giving you great tones at more ear friendly levels. However, as most who have played the amp will attest, its voiced on the bright side and i play single coil guitars exclusively.
Vox ap2ac amplug 2 ac30 guitarbass headphone amplifier. Of course, the next vox i get, barring some extraordinary deal, will be a heritage ac15. It has the great vox chime that everyone is looking for, that immaculate tone when driving the top boost channel. The ac30c2 also has tremolo and a spring based reverb. The ac30 c2 is an up to date take on the classic top boost model, and features some very welcome features, whilst retaining its classic vox styling.
Vox, 2 electric guitar amplifier footswitch, black ac30c2. Ac30cc2 musical instrument amplifier pdf manual download. Owners manual manuel dutilisation bedienungsanleitung manual. Ac30 cc modification download vox ac30cc mod schematic service manual an ac30cc2 ac30cc2x contents assembly sketch pcb components. The ac30 has a reputation for being a clean, jangly amp with chime. Vox ac30c2 custom 2channel 30watt 2x12 guitar combo.
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. If a vox cc2 has the tone you are after, then by all means go for it, but it wont sound like a good old fashioned ac30. Please refer to the instructions of the ac30c2 ac15c1 in the owners manual about how to use ac30c2 tvac15c1tv. The vox ac30 is a guitar amplifier manufactured by vox. Characterised by its jangly highend sound it has become widely recognized by british musicians and others. If you want a good vox ac30, then save your tax return and when you get enough money, then buy an older used amp with the old blues already in it. It was introduced in 1958 to meet the growing demand for louder amplifiers. Jun, 2012 the ac30c2 and ac30c2x also include an additional tone control in the reverb section. Based on the classic ac30 design, the allnew custom series ac30c2 offer numerous uptodate enhancements, delivering the most versatile ac30 design in vox history. Vox 2ch audio driver troubleshooting guide 10032017. His homemade guitar and unique tone are famous throughout the guitar world, and a big part of his tone is. Database contains 1 vox ac30vr manuals available for free online viewing or downloading in pdf. Vox ac30 cc2 hamer fan club messageboard hamer fan club. I was looking into buying the older cc but was never that impressed by them next to the older 60s vox s.
I personally think the new c2s are an improvment over the older cc s. The change away from tube rectification in the ac30c2 offended some vox purists. I really like my cc head and run it through a blueg12h30 cabinet. Your ac30 is equipped with a number of modern features and conveniences, a true bypass fx loop, master volume and celestion alnico blue speakers. We have 3 vox ac30cc2 manuals available for free pdf download. Vox ac30cc2 custom classic 2channel 30watt 2x12 reverb. Free vox diagrams, schematics, service manuals schematics. For others there is a box with different models of the style settings. This should be everyones first guitar lesson duration. Vox has taken the best ac30 designs and added a number of useful, very.
Thank you for purchasing the vox amplug 2 headphone guitar. Btw, forgot to add this comment on speakers again from lyle. Payment can be made safely and securely with credit card, bank transfer or paypal. I recently bought a vox ac30cch and really like the sound. The vox ac30 combo amp has been an icon for decades, known as the sound that powered the 1960s british invasion. The vox showroom vox amp and organ owners manual reference page. The vox ac30 has a tone that resonates with people, from the jangly tones of early beatles recordings to brian mays epic wallofvox lead and riff work to the vocal, funky jazz fusion of john scofield. Alltube combo amplifier for electric guitar 3 preamp tubes 12ax7 ecc83, 4 power amp tubes el84, power.
Theres a misconception that the weber is a sub for the celestion if one cannot afford the celestion. Vox ac30 hand wired vs vox ac30c2 amplifier an amplifier shootout duration. Vox amp schematics to assist you with your amplifier repairs and modifications. Vox ac30cc the ac30 has a reputation for being a clean, jangly amp with chime. Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians.
I purchased the control pedal separately and wish that there were some form of dust cover or case for it beyond a custom built one. Ac15c1 musical instrument amplifier pdf manual download. Vox ac30 custom classic video tour and demo youtube. Vox ac30c2 sch service manual download, schematics, eeprom. We opted for the c2 over the handwired ac30 for two reasons. The quick fix is to remove the bright cap from the top boost channel, but i also stumbled on some older posts about lyle caldwells mods, specifically. Utilization the configuration is fairly straightforward. Unfollow vox ac30cc2 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Congratulations on your purchase of the vox guitar amplifier custom series ac30c2x ac30c2 ac15c1. To open downloaded files you need acrobat reader or similar pdf reader. All custom series amps can use the vox vfs2 footswitch, allowing you to turn the reverb and tremolo effects on. View and download vox ac30cc2 service manual online. There is 14 input as well as an effects loop, which is a new feature.
User manuals, guides and specifications for your vox ac30vr amplifier. I run the amp with the two channels patched together, and one channel cleaner. Vox, today a subsidiary of korg, recently began making a highend reissue of its famed 30watt amp in several configurations, and offered to let us take a look at its latest the ac30 custom classic cc with two 12. The ac30c2 uses two 12 celestion g12m greenback speakers.
Im shopping for a tube amp and am leaning towards a marshall jcm 800 because i usually play heavier stuff. Let me know if you need the service manual, i can email you the pdf. All things said, i really have a hankering for one of those blue ac15c1s. Samsung galaxy s3 mini questions with the user manual click the icon below to open the official. Blend the normal and top boost channels to your liking and cycle through a fleet of tweakable features from onboard spring reverb to custom eq switches to a switchable. Ac50 amp schematic vox sound ltd, 1976 ac50 amp schematic joe piazza ac100.
Vox ac30cc2 manuals manuals and user guides for vox ac30cc2. Ac1002 amp schematic, os036 jennings, 1965 ac100 amp schematic joe piazza check out the vox showroom for more historic information on the vox amps. That these examples span such different points on the musical spectrum is a testament to the staying power of the most iconic 2x12 combo amp. Ac30c2 my impressions discussion in amps and cabs started by soul1, apr 6, 2010.
Vox ac30c2x the vox ac30 combo amp has been an icon for decades, known as the sound that powered the1960s british invasion. If youre looking at the blues deluxe, read the posts on various sites. The legendary combo amp made its debut in 1959 and its unique tone has helped define the sound of modern guitar for more than 45 years. Ac30c2xac30c2ac15c1 owners manual the vox showroom. The vox ac30 has a tone that resonates with people, from the jangly tones of early beatles recordings to brian mays epic wallof vox lead and riff work to the vocal, funky jazz fusion of john scofield. Vox diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free. Assembly parts list ac30h2 rn part code part name description 1 530000000057 golden logo golden vox 2 530000000977 front baffle black spray brown diamond cloth 3 530000000915 vox bronzing badge black abs text bronzing 4 530000000056 12 speaker celestion alnico blue 5 screw m525 black round head 6 530000000916 rubber feet with steel washer inside 7 wood screw. Since the ukmade reissues of the 1990s, the brand has been continually evolving its solution to affordableyetauthentic new versions of its number one son. User guide read online or download pdf vox ac30cc2x user manual vox receivers and amplifiers. To view this site, you must enable javascript or upgrade to a javascriptcapable browser. The ac30c2 and ac30c2x also include an additional tone control in the reverb section. Assembly parts list ac30h2 rn part code part name description 1 530000000057 golden logo golden vox 2 530000000977 front baffle black spray brown diamond cloth 3 530000000915 vox bronzing badge black abs text bronzing 4 530000000056 12 speaker celestion alnico blue 5 screw m525 black round head 6 530000000916 rubber feet with steel washer inside 7 wood screw m420pa round head. Based on the classic ac30 design, the allnew, tubedriven custom series ac30c2x offers numerous uptodate enhancements and premium speakers, delivering the most versatile ac30 design in vox history. The ac30c2 and the ac30c2x amps make use of 3 x 12ax7 preamp tubes and use 4 x el84 tubes to deliver 30 watts of power.
This shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed. Ac30cc1 musical instrument amplifier pdf manual download. The vox ac30cc2 2x12 combo amp is the culmination of over 45 years of high quality, guitar amplifier design and fabrication. We have taken the best ac designs and added a number of useful features to give you the most tonally flexible ac to date. The vox tradition of innovation carries on today with products designed to achieve unprecedented tonal flexibility. Check out this tour and demo of voxs awesome ac30 custom classic and ac15 custom classic. Since the ukmade reissues of the 1990s, the brand has been continually evolving its solution to affordableyet authentic new versions of its number one sons. The vox ac30c2 is a 2x12 combo that on paper has 30 watts of power but in reality is terrifyingly loud.
I could afford to use either, and i much prefer the weber. At the moment, im using some of your ideas rebuilding a pignose g40v. The ac30 was the product of the furtive mind of dick denny, and vox debuted the amp in 1959. Owners manual for ac15c1, ac15c1x, ac15c1tv, ac15c2, ac15ch, ac30c2, ac30c2x, ac30c2 tv, ac30h, and v212c. From a few schematics i found it looks like the pot just connects ground on one end and to another. Has anyone had any success getting a fat heavy tone from one. My vox ac30 cc2 has lost speed control on the tremolo. If youre buying new, there are plenty of el84 amps that outdo the cc for the vox sound and take pedals well, but will cost slightly more. All custom series amps can use the vox vfs2 footswitch, allowing you. View and download vox ac30cc1 owners manual online. This amplifier is a recreation of vox s celebrated ac30 amplifier, a legendary amp in some circles. I have a hayseed 30 however which is roughly the same price, and i think its much better bang for the buck. This amp is the culmination of over 50 years of manufacturing expertise and high quality, guitar amplifier design. A significant watershed came in 2005 when vox switched production to china for the wellreceived custom classic series.
The gz34 rectifier tube was dropped from the ac30c2 amp in favor of diode rectification. Please read this manual carefully so that you can famil. Vox ac30vr manuals and user guides, amplifier manuals. I have only played the c2 briefly, but i have played the ac15c1 more and it suggests to me that the custom series is a good one. Vox custom ac30c2 30w 2x12 tube guitar combo amp black. Congratulations on your purchase of the vox guitar amplifier custom series ac30c2xac30c2.
As for its ease of use, the vox ac30c2 delivers delicious tone after tone for. The range of available guitars and amps has never been greater than it is today, and a huge variety of sounds are easily accessible. The vox custom classic ac30cc2 30w 2x12 combo delivers the classic chime and jangle of a staple british tube amp with boutiquequality appointments designed for premium tone. The cc s are nice but from what i have heard myself by doing ab tests and the opinion of most vox fans i know the new c2s are an improvment to me i also need to add that i play epiphone hollowbodies and a tele, so using any other guitar may yield different results. We have 1 vox ac30c2 manual available for free pdf download. Freddy demarco and vox custom series tips ac30c2, ac15c1, ac4c1bl duration.
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