Vox Tonelab EX

$80.00 Price Tier: Budget

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Elevate your sound with the Vox ToneLab EX, a multi-effects pedal that brings an entire world of tones into your hands. This compact powerhouse is equipped with 33 amp simulations and 15 individual effects, making it your go-to gear for capturing the essence of classic rock, metal, and everything in between. With its built-in tuner and 200 program slots, the ToneLab EX is not just about variety; it's about precision and personalization. At its heart, an actual 12AX7 guitar vacuum tube breathes life into your music, delivering authentic, rich sounds that mirror an extensive collection of rigs. Whether you're on a quest for the perfect tone or need the flexibility to switch genres on a whim, the ToneLab EX stands ready to redefine your musical journey.

Key Features:

33 amp simulations for versatile sound crafting
15 individual effects, offering a spectrum of tonal possibilities
Built-in tuner for accurate, on-the-fly tuning
200 preset and user program slots for endless sound exploration
Powered by an actual 12AX7 guitar vacuum tube for authentic tones
Streamlined design, packing a plethora of sounds into a compact unit

Product specs

Brand	Vox
Model	ToneLab EX
Finish	Black
Year	2010s
Categories	Multi-Effects Pedals and Processors

FAQs

What types of effects can the Vox Tonelab EX produce?: The Vox Tonelab EX offers 45 premium-quality effects, including 11 stand-alone distortion pedals, 15 pedal effects, 11 modulation effects, 4 delay types, and 3 reverb types. You can use up to nine effects simultaneously, providing a versatile and comprehensive sound palette.
Does the Vox Tonelab EX have built-in amp models?: Yes, the Vox Tonelab EX features 33 expertly voiced amp models and 11 cabinet models, allowing you to mix and match any amp and cabinet combination for a wide range of tones.
How does the Vox Tonelab EX connect to a computer for recording?: The Tonelab EX provides a USB single-cable audio connection, allowing you to easily connect to your computer's digital recording software for direct recording and editing.
Can the Vox Tonelab EX be used with different types of amplifiers?: Yes, the Tonelab EX has an Amp/Line output switch with settings optimized for connecting to VOX, Fender, or Marshall guitar amplifiers, ensuring optimal sound through various systems.
Is the Vox Tonelab EX suitable for live performances?: The Vox Tonelab EX is well-suited for live performances, featuring a high-visibility LED display for its chromatic tuner and stereo monitor speakers for easy backstage tweaking and rehearsing.

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PROS

Integrated 12AX7 vacuum tube delivers authentic, warm amp tones
Extensive amp modeling includes classic Vox sounds like AC15 and AC30
Easy to achieve great tone without extensive manual tweaking
Quick and simple custom adjustments with fast saving option
Affordable price point for the quality of effects provided
Expression pedal enables real-time control over effects like Wah
Rich sound quality surpasses many competitors like the Boss ME-70
Great reverb and modulation effects enhance versatility
Comprehensive range of amp models and effects
Useful as a tool to discover which effects are most needed

CONS

Lacks internal looper and drum sounds
Steep learning curve for those new to multi-effects pedals
Some modulation effects can sound overly digital
Limited on-screen data complicates on-the-fly adjustments
Expression pedal has potential durability issues

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The Vox Valvetronix amp already incorporates much of the Tonelab's technology, including built-in effects, making it a potential alternative for gradual pedalboard building.
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The Vox Valvetronix is ergonomic for live acoustic performances, offering calculated delays potentially suitable for musicians who perform monthly.
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Tonelab's amplifier models can be bypassed when using an amp’s effects loop return, allowing for a cleaner power amp input sound.
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Critic Reviews

Vox Tonelab EX review | MusicRadar

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The Vox Tonelab EX impresses with its build quality and rich sounds, offering a versatile range of amp models and effects. Its thoughtful features like a useful tuner and USB connectivity add to its appeal. However, navigation could be more intuitive, and the stereo speakers fall short in quality. Despite these minor setbacks, it stands out for its valve-driven warmth and thoughtful design, making it a solid choice for guitarists seeking a multi-effects unit with depth and character.

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davepepper

640

about 5 years ago

Sounds great but horrible to work with

Can't fault the sounds on this - but getting them is a nightmare. Too many options for the number of buttons - and not programmable from PC. Bought it as a stopgap to find out what effects I actually used to then buy standalones. Not enough on-screen data for it to be usable "on the fly" and requires too much setup work for my taste.

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Guitarist Keyboardist Music Producer

Genres:

Electronic Rock Pop

cerrabuz

almost 9 years ago

The tube makes a difference.

The thing that caught my eye was the fact that it has a tube. It's something that's not very common in a pedalboard. It gives the effects a much more warming sound. I've use it with an Ibanez Tubescreamer and a Marshall JCM2000 and it sounds stupid good. The tube just makes the sound even better through a tube amp. Now, the only thing I find a bit bothering was the effects like modulation. Some sound way too digital so it could sound weird for certain sounds. Also, you have to be a bit careful with the expresion pedal. Mine stopped working but it didn't affect the board, just couldn't use it for volume or an effect. In all, this is a pedalboard you should have around. If you understand how to use it, then you're home free.

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Guitarist Drummer

Genres:

Rock Metal Doom metal

marcelo_balza

109

almost 9 years ago

It has a tube! :O

I got this pedal a long time ago for a christmas. At first I didn't know what I was using until i realized has a preamp tube. This is basically a Vox Valvetronix amp but with some more features such as an expresion pedal. Compared to other digital pedalboards, this one has a warmer sound which I think its because it has a tube, however some of the effects it has are way too digital and you can get a weird sound when you mix them but it's a really nice pedalboard.