Vox AC30 Custom with Celestion Greenback Speakers

Excellent build quality. Fantastic sound. One of the best reverbs of any amp I've used, and I've had a few! The AC30 doesn't sound like any other amp. There is just something about it that makes it stand out, in the best possible way. I wish I'd got one years ago. It is loud, but not too loud. It is possible to use it at home, just (if you want that pushed valve amp sound in your living room, buy a 1watt valve amp and turn it up to 8). It is more than loud enough for rehersals and will cope with all but the largest gigs (most places mic up the guitar amp anyway these days). The clean tone is fantastic, clear, sparkling andI much prefer it to the usual Fender lean sound. Wind up the controls a bit and a great Blues bite kicks in. Wind up further and it's rock cruch to die for. Max it out and it'll scream away with the best of them. What this isn't is a Metal players amp. This amp is about tone, definition, clear cleans, crunchy overdrive and sustained blues/rock leads, all with an individual sound I've not found anywhere else. Very pleased I bought this amp.

I've had all sorts of amps and rigs over the years, from Marshall stacks, rack mounted systems, a recent Fender DeVille and have also built valve amps from scratch, all in search of 'that sound'. I've just found it in the AC30. This amp is really versitile whilst remaining very simple to use. The clean sounds are rich and vibrant. The crunch/bite sounds (just on the edge of break up) are perfect for great bluesy/rock leads and when you wind up the gain it gets pretty serious. I play a Gibson Les Paul so the input signal strength is quite high, giving a bit of help to the gain. The origonal tone of the guitar doesn't get lost and the sound never sounds processed. The spring reverb is one of the best I've ever heard on an amp and the on board vibrato is a great addition that gives that little bit of extra interest for occasional use. Before buying the amp I read a lot of reviews with people being concerned about how loud the amp is. This is a loud amp. It will be perfect for gigging in pubs, clubs and other small/medium sized venues. Most venues will have a PA to mike the amp anyway these days, so it'll be fine even in some of the larger places. When using the amp at home, it is possible to get a great sound at a reasonable 'bedroom' volume that won't upset the wife/neighbours. Yes, the sound does improve if you wind the amp up, as any valve amp will, so if you want that amazing 'pushed to the limit' valve sound in your living room, buy a 1 to 5 watt valve amp and turn it up. If you want something that will be great at home, great at rehersals and amazing for gigs, covering just about all eventuallities, it will be difficult to beat the AC30. I tried the amp directly against the AC15 and in my view the 30 sounds better. I've also been trying various effects boxes incuding OD, delays, copressors, etc and that all works fine and sounds great. Very pleased I bought this amp, amazed at the tone I get just plugging straight in and with the different sounds available. The AC30 has always had a reputation for being one of the origonal greats, now I know why. Wish I'd bought one years ago.

Vox AC30 Best sounding amp I have heard in a while, When it was demonstrated by Andertons staff it highlighted just how versatile this amp was. Great build quality with sweet chimey sounds as well as bottom end grunt not too big but a bit on the heavy side however well worth that extra weight. All in all highly recommended.

Finally took the plunge and upgraded my old 50W combo for the Vox AC30. Believe all the hype surrounding this amp, it's a stunning piece of equipment.

I play in a punk band and it easily punches out clear, classic overdriven tones. Could not believe the volume either - so loud!

£609 was an absolute bargain too, I have seen the same amp on line and in shops for well over £700.

I doubt I will ever have to buy another amp.

This is the best sounding amp I've ever owned! In past I've had a Marshall Bluesbreaker combo, Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb, Marshall JCM900 half stack, but this beats them all hands down! Build quality is fantastic. The controls give you the option of driving the preamp valves but still keeping the master volume low, so you can get decent valve overdrive without the ear piercing volume! If you're in any doubt, get one. Especially as it is SO cheap for what it is! If it got stolen I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one.

When I was choosing which amp to buy I tried loads of different ones from Vox Fender and Marshall and the moment I plugged in to this one it stood out. The clean tones are crystal clear and are warm without being muddy yet retain the high end crispness without being harsh to the ears. Very pleasing sound. When you push the tubes they generate that classic Vox crunch that we all love. There isn't an excess of effects, just two channels, a reverb and a tremolo and it's all you need. Couldn't be happier with the amp, gets extremely loud so volume will never be a problem but it sounds amazing quieter too. It's a Vox AC30, what more can I say?

The Vox AC30 Custom a total classic. Very clean sound which comes with bucket loads of warmth. The top boost gives edgy to swamped in the turn of a dial. Youve got to love the classic looks and the crazy £699 price tag. Worth every penny the one problem is all your mates will want a go!