1965 Vox AC 30 Head w/AC 50 Cab

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Step back in time and experience the vintage allure of the 1965 Vox AC 30 Head w/AC 50 Cab, a legendary piece of gear cherished by guitarists for its distinctive tonal character. With its roots in the 1960s rock era, this amplifier stack is a testament to Vox's enduring craftsmanship and iconic sound. The AC 30 head delivers that unmistakable, chime-like clarity and warm overdrive, perfect for both studio recordings and live performances. Paired with the AC 50 Cabinet, known for its robust power handling and exceptional projection, this rig is designed to meet the needs of both vintage tone purists and modern players seeking classic vibes.

This amplifier stack has been a favorite among countless musicians, from small club players to stadium-filling rock legends. Its all-tube design ensures that your guitar's natural tone is preserved, while providing the flexibility to shape your sound with precision. The top boost circuit offers an expanded range of tonal possibilities, enhancing your sonic palette with rich harmonics and extended sustain. Whether you're chasing the jangly riffs of the British Invasion or crafting your own signature sound, the 1965 Vox AC 30 and AC 50 Cabinet provide a versatile platform with a storied history.

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All-tube amplifier head for authentic vintage tone
AC 30 head paired with AC 50 cabinet for powerful sound projection
Top boost circuit for expanded tonal range and harmonics
Renowned Vox chime and warm overdrive
Ideal for studio and live performance settings

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Features and functionality

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An AC30 head with matching cabinet offers variable wattage settings, allowing users to play from 0.3 watts to full power for different environments.
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Use cases and applications

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The AC30 is often considered too loud for bedroom use, but users have successfully used it in 3-watt settings for home play.
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Supro Blues King 12 is praised for speaker-tearing distortion at low volumes, making it suitable for home use without sacrificing tone.
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A dual-amp setup with a Vox AC30 and Marshall Haze 40 is favored for balancing clean and distorted sounds in one rig.
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The AC30 provides a fuller, richer sound compared to the AC15, which some describe as snarlier and more midrangey even at similar volumes.
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Swart 5-watt amps and Matchless 15-watt models like Lightning or Nighthawk offer early breakup at lower volumes, unlike the cleaner Spitfire.
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Original Orange Tiny Terrors are favored for their distorted tones, providing a distinct alternative to the Vox AC30's sound.
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Several users recommend upgrading to Celestion Blue speakers for a more immediate and obvious tonal difference, likening it to "lifting a blanket off the amp."
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JHS A/B-Y pedal effectively pairs with a Supro Blues King 12 and Fender Blues Junior for stereo setups, enhancing tonal variety.
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Setup and maintenance

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The AC30 head is self-biasing, simplifying tube maintenance as no bias adjustments are needed after tube changes.
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Owners report a significant tonal change when using NOS Amperex tubes, emphasizing the importance of tube quality in achieving desired sound.
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efabric

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over 10 years ago

Vintage JMI 1964 AC30 Super Twin with Goodmans Axiom speakers

Out of his time capsule, this amp could not be played without firing hazard. But after a neat repair from an old tube amp doctor it's a nice amp. No 3 band eq, no master pot, no channel footswitch, no loop, and no reverb on mine. If you really want this amp you have to be prepared to play with a straight sounding amp. You can't tweak a lot of things on this and only can crank the volume on one of the 3 channels (normal, top boost, and tremolo/phaser). In fact, tweaking is useless. Tone is good in every channel. There is only a high cut at the end of the circuit path, common to the three channels, and a 3 positions tremolo/phaser speed switch. Crank it up and you have a good creamy distortion very reactive to your volume pot and pick play.

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larsen_royer_martin

10 years ago over 10 years ago

This is a amp.after my heart.Free for all dilldall!

jimmarchi1

41029

10 years ago over 10 years ago

my '62 caught fire once, I feel your pain.... nice AC50 cab, does your AC50 cabinet have the Midax horn tweeter, and if so do you have it hooked up? What about speakers? Blues or Greenies in the cab?

efabric

236

10 years ago about 10 years ago

Hi jim. Mine has the midax horn with big alligators clips to hook it to the circuit. With the horn the sound is very harsh. Without It's clean but not very bright. I would like to find a schematic for a passive attenuator circuit for the horn only. The speakers are Goodmans Axiom (there is a little cone coaxial to the main one) : nice speaker also for home hifi use. This was used by vox before switching to the blues or greenies. Not as collectible as the blue bulldog but good sounding. I have two other smaller cabs to compare : One is a modern chinese made and is very boxy and the other is a vintage Vega and is overly bright. The vox is by far the best speakers I have.