Vox MV50 Boutique Guitar Amp Head

The Vox MV50 Boutique is a tiny 50-watt guitar amp head that captures the rich, responsive feel of sought-after boutique valve amps in an ultra-portable format. Weighing just 540 g and powered by Vox’s innovative Nutube technology, it delivers everything from warm, three-dimensional cleans to singing, compressed overdrive that reacts beautifully to your touch.

Designed for players who want studio-quality tone without the bulk, the MV50 Boutique combines a pure analogue signal path with a powerful Class D power amp and a handy speaker-emulated line/headphone output. Whether you are rehearsing, recording at home or gigging with a compact cab, this little head gives you big, expressive sound with classic Vox flair.

Legendary Boutique Tone in the Palm of Your Hand

The MV50 Boutique distils the character of revered boutique amplifiers into a head you can literally carry in one hand. Its Nutube preamp delivers the harmonic richness, touch sensitivity and natural compression that players love about traditional valve designs, while the Boutique voicing covers everything from smooth, rounded cleans to articulate, singing lead tones.

Nutube Power with Real Valve Feel

At the heart of the MV50 Boutique is a NuTube 6P1, a genuine vacuum tube that uses cutting-edge vacuum fluorescent display technology. This gives you the organic drive, musical sag and dynamic response of a classic valve preamp, with the reliability, efficiency and low power consumption of modern tech. The result is a responsive amp that cleans up with your guitar’s volume and rewards every nuance of your playing.

Gig-Ready Power, Ultra-Compact Size

Despite its miniature footprint, the MV50 Boutique delivers up to 50 watts of output at 4 ohms, easily enough to keep up with a band when paired with a suitable cabinet. The lightweight chassis and simple control set make it ideal for players on the move, fly dates, grab-and-go rigs or as a high-quality backup head that fits in your gig bag.

Flexible Connectivity for Stage and Studio

Alongside its speaker output, the MV50 Boutique features a speaker-emulated line/headphone out that captures the sound of a well-miked cabinet. This makes it perfect for silent practice, direct recording or running straight to front-of-house, while the rear-panel EQ switch helps you match the amp to different cabinet sizes for consistently balanced tone.

Retro Styling with Modern Practicality

With its mirror-finish front panel and classic VU meter, the MV50 Boutique looks as distinctive as it sounds. The retro-inspired design nods to vintage studio gear, while the rugged, compact enclosure is built for everyday use. It is also an excellent tonal and visual match for Vox’s BC108 and BC112 cabinets from the Black Cabinet Series.

• Ultra-Compact 540g Head - Weighing just 540g, the MV50 Boutique is incredibly easy to transport and set up. It is ideal for players who want serious tone without lugging heavy gear, whether you are commuting to rehearsals, travelling between sessions or keeping a compact rig at home.
• 50 Watts of Boutique-Inspired Power - With up to 50 watts RMS at 4 ohms, this tiny head delivers surprisingly big, authoritative sound. You get enough volume and headroom for rehearsals and live gigs with the right cab, plus the touch-sensitive overdrive and compression associated with high-end boutique amps.
• Nutube Preamp and Pure Analogue Circuitry - The NuTube 6P1 preamp and carefully voiced analogue circuitry recreate the complex interactions of a traditional valve amp. This gives you fast response, rich harmonics and a musical sense of compression that feels inspiring under the fingers.
• Speaker-Emulated Line/Headphone Output - The dedicated line/headphone out uses speaker emulation informed by studio recording know-how, so you can plug straight into an audio interface, mixer or headphones. Enjoy convincing amp-and-cab tones without a microphone, perfect for late-night practice and quick recording setups.

General

• Model: Vox MV50 Boutique
• Preamp: NuTube 6P1
• Design: Analogue preamp with Class D power amp

Output Power

• 50 Watts RMS @ 4 Ohms
• 25 Watts RMS @ 8 Ohms
• 12.5 Watts RMS @ 16 Ohms

Controls

• Volume
• Gain
• Tone
• EQ Switch (cab size compensation)

Inputs

• 1 x Normal Input Jack

Outputs

• 1 x External Speaker Jack
• 1 x Headphones/Line Out Jack (speaker emulated)

Dimensions & Weight

• Width: 135 mm
• Depth: 100 mm
• Height: 75 mm
• Weight: 540 g

Other

• Front Panel: Mirror finish with VU meter
• Recommended Cabinets: Vox BC108, Vox BC112 (Black Cabinet Series)