Vox AC15HW1 Hand-Wired 15-Watt 1x12 All-Tube Combo Guitar Amplifier
Brand
VOX
The Vox AC15HW1 Hand-Wired combo amplifier features point-to-point turret board wiring for maximum signal purity and classic vintage British tone. Driven by two EL84 power tubes and three 12AX7 preamp tubes pushing through a 12-inch Celestion G12M Greenback speaker, it delivers rich, dynamic warmth and punch. Equipped with Normal and Top Boost channels, a HOT/COOL mode switch for added gain, a bypassable Master Volume, and a classic fawn vinyl cover, this 15-watt all-tube workhorse offers unmatched responsiveness for discerning guitarists.
Immerse your sound in the pure, uncompromising audio fidelity of the golden age of British guitar amplification with the VOX AC15HW1 Hand-Wired Tube Guitar Amplifier. Meticulously constructed using traditional turret board wiring and premium components, this 15-watt all-tube combo delivers the iconic, touch-sensitive chime and rich harmonic overdrive that defined modern music history, paired with boutique-level craftsmanship.
Why Choose the VOX AC15HW1 Hand-Wired?
For purists seeking the absolute peak of valve tone, standard printed circuit board amps can fall short of capturing organic tube sag and transparent dynamics. VOX engineered the AC15HW1 using meticulous turret board point-to-point wiring, bypassing modern circuit traces entirely to ensure the purest possible signal path. Powered by matched vacuum tubes and loaded with a genuine Celestion Greenback speaker, it offers unmatched clarity, touch responsiveness, and classic vintage style.
Key Features & Specifications
- True Hand-Wired Turret Board Construction: Built entirely without printed circuit boards for pristine signal transparency, minimal interference, and superior long-term reliability.
- All-Tube Signal Path: Driven by 3 x ECC83/12AX7 preamp tubes, 2 x EL84 power tubes, and an authentic EZ81 rectifier tube for legendary British valve warmth.
- OP/Mode Power Attenuation Switch: Easily toggle between 15 watts and 7.5 watts of RMS output, allowing you to achieve saturated power-amp breakup at lower, bedroom-friendly volumes.
- Celestion G12M Greenback Speaker: Outfitted with a 12-inch 16-ohm Greenback speaker housed in a solid-braced birch plywood cabinet equipped with a natural high-frequency diffuser.
- Traditional Two-Channel Design: Features a Normal channel (with a Bright switch) and a Top Boost channel (with interactive Bass and Treble controls plus a Hot/Cool gain switch).
- Master Volume & Bypass Switch: Includes a master volume control alongside a Master Volume Bypass feature that completely removes the master control from the circuit for raw, unadulterated tone.
- Vintage Fawn Vinyl Aesthetics: Wrapped in striking fawn-colored vinyl with classic brown diamond grille cloth and retro cream-colored chickenhead knobs.
Boutique Flexibility: Hot/Cool and OP/Mode Switching
The AC15HW1 expands upon vintage designs by integrating modern controls tailored for the working musician. The Hot/Cool switch on the Top Boost channel increases gain for a thicker, punchier overdrive, while the rear-panel OP/Mode switch halves the output wattage from 15W to 7.5W without sacrificing your amp's natural compression and harmonic depth.
Technical Specifications
| Model: | VOX AC15HW1 Hand-Wired Tube Amplifier |
| Output Power: | 15 Watts RMS into 8/16 Ohms (switchable to 7.5 Watts) |
| Tube Complement: | Preamp: 3 x ECC83/12AX7 | Power: 2 x EL84 | Rectifier: 1 x EZ81 |
| Speaker: | 1 x 12" 16-ohm Celestion G12M Greenback |
| Inputs: | Normal Jack (High/Low), Top Boost Jack (High/Low), Footswitch Jack |
| Outputs: | External Loudspeaker Jack, Extension Loudspeaker Jack |
| Controls: | Normal Volume, Top Boost Volume, Treble, Bass, Master Tone Cut, Master Volume, Bright Switch, Hot/Cool Switch, OP/Mode Switch, Master Volume Bypass |
| Dimensions (W x D x H): | 24.02" x 10.43" x 21.65" (610 x 265 x 550 mm) |
| Weight: | 49 lbs (22.2 kg) |
What’s Included in the Box?
To keep your investment pristine, the VOX AC15HW1 comes complete with a custom-fit Dust Cover and a single-button VFS1 Footswitch for remote control of channel features.
Experience the ultimate expression of hand-wired tube performance. Order your VOX AC15HW1 Hand-Wired Tube Guitar Amplifier from Gigstore today!
| Brands | VOX |
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