The VOX AC4C1-BL brings the legendary top-boost tone of the iconic VOX AC30 into a compact, all-tube, blue-vinyl-clad combo amplifier. Designed for practice, rehearsal, and small studio recording sessions, this 4-watt tube amp lets you experience classic British chime and natural valve crunch at manageable volumes without sacrificing rich harmonic character.
Classic Top-Boost Tone and All-Tube Power
Equipped with a genuine vacuum tube signal path, the AC4C1-BL delivers the authentic touch sensitivity and dynamic response that digital modelers cannot replicate:
- Tube Complement: Driven by two 12AX7 preamp tubes and a single EL84 power tube operating in a class-A configuration.
- Top-Boost Circuitry: Features the famous VOX Top-Boost channel, giving you highly interactive Treble and Bass tone controls to dial in crystal-clear jangle or biting rock overdrive.
Interactive Gain and Volume Control
Unlike simple practice amps with fixed gain structures, the AC4C1-BL features separate Gain and Volume controls. This allows you to push the preamp hard for rich, saturated sustain while managing your overall output level precisely—giving you crunchy rock tones even at lower bedroom volumes.
Vintage Blue Vinyl Aesthetics
Wrapped in classic traditional VOX blue vinyl, accented with diamond grill cloth, vintage chicken-head knobs, and a white piping trim, the AC4C1-BL looks as incredible as it sounds, paying homage to VOX's rich heritage from the 1960s.
Key Technical Specifications
- Output Power: 4 Watts RMS into 16 Ohms
- Tube Complement: Preamp: 2 x 12AX7 | Power Amp: 1 x EL84
- Speaker: 1 x 10-inch Celestion VX10 (16 Ohms)
- Controls: Gain, Treble, Bass, Volume
- Inputs/Outputs: 1/4" Input jack, External Speaker Output jack (16 ohms)
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 349 x 211 x 381 mm (13.74 x 8.31 x 15.00 inches)
- Weight: 9.0 kg (19.84 lbs.)
The VOX AC4C1-BL is an essential amplifier for guitarists who want genuine, tube-driven British tone in a portable, eye-catching package. From sparkling clean arpeggios to singing overdrive, it captures the timeless VOX spirit perfectly.
