Today I decided to check out the new VOX we just got in. It's a blue and cream, TV-style, Classic Custom AC30.
Historically, the AC30 has been used as a bright, chimey, amp, (Like the Beatles) or a creamy full lead amp (Like Brian May of Queen).
There are four inputs on the Classic Custom 2. There is normal channel, with high and low inputs, and a top boost channel, also with high and low inputs. So the high and the low control the output before the signal hits the pre-amp. The high limits the low sounds, which brings out a brighter, pushed sound through the amp. The low limits the high sounds, which brings you a more full, rich sound.
For a more full, and round sound plug into the AC30's Normal channel. It's great for chords, or skilled finger work.
The top boost offers a boosted, bright, sparkling clean sound. and pushes an over-driven pre-amp into crunch full overdrive.
To add a shimmer effect to the clean sound, a warm Tremelo circut has been added. The spring reverb creates smooth roomy sounds, complimented by a tone control that will help move from bright to warm within the reverb.
The crunch is a very thick, rich sound, and is very responsive to your touch on the guitar. It can change quickly based on how hard you play, or how high or low your volume knob is on the instrument. When using the top boost it produces a pushed overdrive, and offers some crunchy rhythms.
The leads are full and smooth-sounding.
The master volume knob allows you to get a lot of sound without bursting your ear drums in the decibel department (which is an improvement compared to older AC30 models).
There is a tone cut knob which will cut off the shrill sounds that can ruin your sound at high volume.
Basically, the VOX plays anywhere from sparkly clean to thick, full overdrive. It covers a lot of ground, and is one of the most flexible amps out there.
If you get the chance, stop by, try it out, and fall in love with it!
-Nick
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