Vox ac4c1bl owners unite page 20 telecaster guitar forum. Oct 10, 2020 this vox ac4c1 bl smart design makes everyone sound the ac30 top boost for coveted by so many guitarists power 4 watts, el84 1 preamp. I play postrock, ambient, jamband, blues, and classicpsychrock kind of stuffs. The vox ac4c1 12 is a 4 watt combo with a 12 celestion vx12 speaker. The amplifier has a single input for the guitar and an output, super practical to connect to an external cabinet. A single cream color plastic vent and swivel handle were included. Maybe so, but i converted my ac4c1bl to a handwired. With the famous vox chime and raunchy top boost crunch tones, the alltube vox ac4c1 offers up a range of classic sounds in a small, affordable package. Vox ac4c1bl blue limited edition guitar combo amplifier. When vox introduced the ac4c1bl redecoration in 2012, they decided not to copy the original ac4 scheme. The vox ac4c1 bl gives you both tones in a compact and affordable package.
Designed to give you rocking tone without waking the neigh bours, the ac4c1 minis class a power stage can be cranked to stadium tour saturation levels without. Doubt i would get one, as i have the ac15c1 weber alnico blue dog and a lil night train homemade cab with blue pup, so ive really got the vox tone down. Introduction congratulations on your purchase of the vox ac4c1 mini. Vox custom ac4c1 4w 1x10 tube guitar combo cream musicians. A celestion vox vx10 speaker is mounted into an osb oriented strand board enclosure. Apr 16, 2016 this amp is what youd get if vox listened to its customers. Legendary top boost vox tone from this alltube mini combo amp. Remarkable not only for its authentic vox sound, the ac4c1bl is also captivating in its appearance. The bl is a bit more versatile then the tv but both do the vox sound nicely. If youre looking for one, give detroit guitar a call at 1855 5409900.
This alltube 4watt combo gives you classic vox tones through a celestion 10 speaker. Volume, treble, bass, and gain controls let you dial in everything from clean to crunch with definite vox style. Utilization ras the bass and treble knobs do their job well. For a great sound, i play through both at once get one clean and one gritty. Vox ac4c1bl and vox ac4hw1 product overview youtube. Remarkable not only for its authentic vox sound, the ac4c1bl is also. The vox showroom thomas vox us amplifiers table of contents.
Owners manual for ac4c1 bl 474kb download pdf tony. From my research, it seems like the weber blue pup is the way to go for a 10 speaker that approximates the celestion blue tone. They both sounded nice, but the bl s tiny cabinet resulted in a boxy tone that was immediately evident. Oct 28, 2014 the modern version has a completely new circuit, and vox also upgraded the driver to a proper 10inch celestion loudspeaker. Vox ac4c1 output transformer fender stratocaster guitar forum. Now, its gone a step further by releasing a 12inch version, appropriately called the ac4c1 12. May 11, 2015 just got an ac4 12 to compliment my ac15 creamback ie use in lower volume situations, which really is most of the time. This lets you connect up to another 16 ohm guitar cab, effectively turning the ac4c1 bl into and allvalve 4watt head. Page 20 of 24 vox ac4c1 bl, chimier than the alnico, which doesnt fit without removing the bellhits the transformer i think, but the ceramic is a drop in. Vox ac4c112 limited edition 4watt 1x12 guitar combo reverb.
Each cover is made specifically for the amp listed and has properly positioned handle openings. Soundwise, the ac4c1 features the legendary top boost tone inherited from the vox ac30, a sound that has fascinated guitarists around the world for over 50 years. Vox ac4c1 limited edition 4watt 1x10 guitar combo reverb. One i gave to my brother and i one am considering selling after getting the ac4c1 bl.
This el84powered amp pushes a 10 celestion speaker into crying for mercy at volumes that are perfect for bedroom or apartment practice, or huge tones in the recording studio. For example, if you see that your generators largest outlet is rated at 30 amps, you will need to buy a 30amp transfer switch to get the full power load. Matt kim demos the vox ac4 c1 limited edition cream combo amplifier with a fender fsr hss stratocaster guitar. The top boosted ac4c1 bl amp included gain, bass, treble and volume controls. I ended up ordering the 12, and i am awaiting its arrival.
There is nothing about hand wiring an amp that will make it sound better than a pcbbased amp. Service manual vox ac15c1c2 ch table of contents schematic diagram. My vox 112tv cabinet came new in box with a celestion 7080 speaker in it, and was right after they came out with it. Vox ac4c1 12 1x12 combo amp cover, water resistant, black by tuki. The ac4c1 bl, on the other hand, has less clean headroom although it gets to a respectable volumn the interaction of the master volume and gain knobs really have alot to do with it, but it does have that gain knob, which overdrives the preamp, adding a version of that sweet vox top boost, thus giving you a more realistic vox ac15ac30 tone. Nov, 2014 i have a vox ac4c1 10 and am looking to upgrade the speaker and tubes. The ac15c2 speakers are corrected from 5300000029 to 530000002119. Capable of massive crunch or the clean, classic chime, the top boost tone is the essence of vox s identity. Oct 27, 2016 the biggest difference between the ac4c1 bl and the ac4c1 12 is that the 12 doesnt sound as boxy as the bl does. Sep 08, 20 i recently took delivery of my ac4c1 bl.
Vox ac4c1 12 is equipped with is a 12 celestion vx12 custom loudspeaker. This lets you connect up to another 16 ohm guitar cab, effectively turning the ac4c1bl into and allvalve 4watt head. Remarkable not only for its authentic vox sound, the ac4c1 bl is also captivating in its appearance. Sep 21, 2012 the fairly priced ac4c1 bl would grace anyones practice area even in a posh living room. Based on the legendary vox top boost circuit, this is the perfect balance between compact size and killer sound. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a. Among the various vox tube amps, the ac4 has been one of the most popular, providing a simple and hasslefree way to enjoy the rich sound of a tube driven amp. Vox s ac4c1 12 delivers the coveted sound of the ac30 top boost circuit in an allvalve, 4 watt class a amplifier. Vox ac4c1bl amplifier under the hood the vox showroom. The vox showroom the vox ac4c1 custom color limited edition. Vox ac4c1 limited edition red 4w alltube amplifier youtube. The size of the cabinet, four watt circuitry and vx10 speaker by celestion were identical to the ac4c1 bl, ac4c1 brg and ac4c1 pl. Featuring retro fawncolored vinyl covering, the ac4hw is a worthy addition to voxs flagship handwired series. Jan 30, 2018 vox ac4c1bl owners unite discussion in amp owners clubs started by batigol22, feb 2, 20.
I wouldnt have to move it much, but when i do have to move it for a. Vox ac4c1bl alltube mini combo amplifier in blue, 4w. The circuitry was constructed on a printed circuit board. Sep 09, 2014 thats the demand vox is looking to cater for with this new model, the ac4c1 12. Vox ac4c1mini owners manual pdf download manualslib. The amp used diodes rather than a tube rectifier in the power supply.
Its an ideal amp for any guitarist who seeks originality in their performance. Famous for its ability to achieve classic vox tone at low volume levels, the ac4 is one of the most popular amps in vox s lineup. On the back panel you will also find an extension speaker jack. The ac4c1 cm was covered in cream vinyl and featured a tygon grill. Its very fun to play, i just wish it was a tad warmerbassier in the cleans. When vox introduced the reissue ac4c1 bl in 2012, they chose to not copy the original ac4 circuit. This is a brand new quality heavy duty vinyl protective cover for a vox ac4c1 bl or ac4c1 brg 1x10 combo amplifier. Vox ac4c1bl owners unite page 21 telecaster guitar forum.
Sounds this amp sounds great, not too powerful for use in a small room or studio. The fairly priced ac4c1 bl would grace anyones practice area even in a posh living room. It didnt even cross my mind to look up the manual online. The rich, blue vinyl and tygon fret cloth date back to 1963.
We have 1 vox ac4c1 mini manual available for free pdf download. Never operate this amplifier without the loudspeaker load being connected. The ac4c1 bl amp delivers the unbeatable sound of a vox ac30 top boost that has fascinated guitarists for over 50 years, all in a compact design. The stock speaker is a vx12, which i understand is actually a seventy80. Although not big on overdrive and with no onboard reverb, the basic building blocks of class a vox tone and 10inch celestion speaker are so good that the addition of a pedal or two will have you playing away in whatever style you like probably with a. Based on the legendary vox top boost circuit, this is the perfect balance between com pact size and killer sound. In the early 1960s, british amp manufacturer introduced a lowwattage practice amp called the ac4. For those not yet ready to take the plunge for an all tube vox ac15 or ac30 amp, the ac4c1 is a great amp to introduce the player to vox tone. Maybe not all the way into the ac15 creamback territory, but headed that way.
The custom ac4c1 amp comes in a vintage cream that is a great match with the tygon fret cloth. The ac4c1 bl now delivers this unbeatable sound in a portable, compact body. Using a vox ac4c1bl as a head telecaster guitar forum. Mar 15, 2018 i have actually converted two pathfinder 15 solid state amps to handwired ac4s with top boost and ef86 channels. People want an inexpensive vox amp that has the classic ac1530 sound and a 12 inch speaker and a preamp gain in addition to a master volume. Vox ac4c1bl or ac4c1brg 1x10 combo amp vinyl amplifier reverb. Preamp has two 12ax7 tubes while the power amp a single el84 tube. The ac4c1bl has two 12ax7 preamp tubes and one el84 tube.
This amp is perfect for rock blues, anyway this is the kind of music that i play with a fender stratocaster american 2004. Jul 10, 2015 vox ac4c1 output transformer discussion in amp input normal or bright started by 98blackstrat, jun 10, 2014. Manual transfer switch buyers guide how to pick the. Im strongly considering using my ac4c1bl as a head for a cabinet rather than. With the ac4c1 12 limited edition 4watt amp, the vintage amps legacy continues, giving guitar players vox s iconic british tone at lowvolume levels, thanks to a celestion 12inch speaker. September 20 vox introduced the ac4c1 cm amplifier. The 4 watt class a design of the vox ac4c1 bl is driven by one el84 power tube and two 12ax7 preamp tubes for everything from clean jangle to smokin overdrive. An ideal choice for the home or the studio, the ac4 custom serves up an array of authentic vox tone through a celestion 12 speaker and can even be paired with external speaker cabinet for more tonal diversity. Being a fan of the various manufacturers alnico blue type speakers, i would have to try one with a blue at some point.
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