Vox AD50VT Valvetronix Guitar Combo Amplifier (50 Watts, 1x12 in.)

Eleven amp types; eleven effects.

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93 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 8 out of 10

18 People wrote reviews

* * * * * * * * * * 9 out of 10

"Versatility and value for your money"

Feature:
Four reasons why I didn't give the amp a 10. First, the programming controls are not intuitive, but the manual does an excellent job of explaining how to use the controls. Second, these amps really need an effects loop/return jack. The built in effects are nice, but I use several effects pedals to get my unique sound and would like to run them through the a built-in effects loop. Third, the built-in combinations of effects are cool, but I would like more control over the mix. Lastly, this amp should have 2 inputs, not just one.

Quality:
So far so good. I've dragged these amps back and forth to practice and gigs, and they are holding up well. Minor scrapes and tiny tears in the tolex is about all the issues so far after about a year of moderate use. I always carry a spare tube just in case, but everything seems to be solid. The controls are still easy to operate, no crackling or scratchiness, the jacks are working fine, the effects still sound good.

Value:
For versatility, power, reliability, and quality at a reasonable price, these amps are hard to beat. The regular prices are good, but if you find them on sale for 20-30 bucks off, grab one, you won't be sorry.

Desirability:
Some may dislike the chrome grill plate used in place of the usual VOX diamond cloth, but it definitely helps prevent accidentally tearing the grille cloth or puncturing a speaker. The rotating speaker, wah, and tremolo effects are great for 60s classic rock. The chorus, compression, and delay are great for modern rock. One of the really cool things (on the 30 watt and larger versions) is the ability to turn down the main amp without turning down the preamp. This allows you to get real tube overdrive sound at lower volumes, as well as easily adjust for smaller venues when you gig.

Sound:
Very versatile controls. Can play anything from 60s classic rock to 80s punk and get the right sound. The amplifier simulations are pretty close, but the Tweed 4x10, the Blackface 2x12, and the AC30TB are dead on. The 12AX7 tube in the preamp gives you a warm, vintage sound. I bought three of these amps, the 50 watt version with 2-12" speakers, the 50 watt version with 1-12" speaker, and the 15 watt version with 1-8" speaker. The 50 watt units are sufficient to play most gigs, and the 15 watt is perfect for practice at home. I've used the amps with my Strats, a Moseley, and my 60s Epi Casino, and get authentic early and classic rock and roll sounds from them.

Ease of Use:
Once you read the manual and get over the learning curve on programming the channels, it's a piece of cake to duplicate your setup. There are things about this amp that are not intuitive, but once known, set up is easy.

Support:
Haven't had to use VOX support.

Overall:
If I lost this amp due to theft or damage, I would probably replace it with the same. Like I said above, I already bought 3 of them, and I think what you get for the money is hard to match. They can produce the warmth of the older, small Fender amps as well as the brassiness of the small Marshall solid state amps. If you can't afford to buy several different amps to match different styles of music, this one amp may be what you need to cover a lot of territory.

Submitted: 4/25/2008

Style of Music: 50s - 70s Rock

* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"Great Sound, Good Price, Rock On !!!"

Feature:
The only reason I did not give a ten is I would prefer more channels besides two (or three). I will figure out a good mix for the classic 80's rock that we play but I may soend more for the AD60VTX later...

Quality:
As I said, I am delighted with the warm tube sound. I had a Behringer before and did not like the crisp digital sound. Then I bought a Fender head with a 4x12 cabinet and that got closer but I tired of carting the cabinet around although I am keeping it and will use it for gigs. Plus the Fender is just too darn loud (imagine that!)...

Value:
You definitely get your money's worth (I saved a little more through ebay). I nearly spent the bucks for a Hot Rod Deluxe but liked the fact that you can turn this down and still drive the tube...

Desirability:
I have to agree with others that the chrome metal speaker protector is not that "sexy" but I do like that Vox was thinking about rowdy bar patrons dancing too close to my equipment. I am thinking that they could have made it flat black or brown. In the near future I will probably paint it flat black or brick red to match my Epi Les Paul...

Sound:
This amp has the Tube warmth I hoped to find without spending $500 or more. I was leery since it is touted as being a Hybrid and wondered if the power would be enough live. It is...

Ease of Use:
There is a slight learning curve but nothing a good review of the manual doesn't fix. I mastered the basics in about an hour and quick programmed a starting A & B Channel...

Support:
Have Not Used them...

Overall:
I have to say 10 even though there are only 3 channels max. The price and sound have sold me, this has just became my favorite amp. I will keep my 4x12 (which I have't tried it through yet, I know it will be awesome) but will sell the Fender 100 Watt Head...

Submitted: 10/14/2007

Style of Music: Classic 80's Rock and current hits

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The Vox AD50VT amp makes the pure tube sound of Valvetronix more affordable than ever! The AD50VT packs the amazingly versatile tube sound of Valvetronix into a new amp that introduces a modern twist to the traditional VOX design.

VOX Valve Reactor for true tube power amp sound and feel. The AD50VT features the patented VOX Valve Reactor found on all Valvetronix products. The Valve Reactor circuit uses a 12AX7 triode vacuum tube together with an actual low-wattage tube power amp circuit, a virtual output transformer and a dummy speaker circuit that simulates the impedance changes of a real speaker. It also reconfigures itself so that its characteristics are the same as the amps it's modeling (class A, class AB, negative feedback circuit, etc.) This means that all of the nuances of the original amp model including sound, feel, distortion and presence are reproduced accurately.

Eleven realistic amp models using sophisticated modeling technology. A total of eleven coveted amp types are provided. Starting with the classic AC30 and ranging from vintage to modern, hi-gain to clean, a variety of amp models are built-in, giving you an incredible range of sound-creating potential. Selecting the amp model and adjusting the tone controls is as intuitive as it gets - just turn the knobs!

Features
"VOX Valve Reactor" circuit delivers real tube power sound.

Eleven amp models are built-in; using sophisticated modeling technology to cover a wide range of realistic sounds.

Eleven different types of popular, high-quality effects (including composite effects) are built-in.

Store your own user programs in CH1 and CH2.

Preset mode automatically gives you the characteristic sound of that amp when you select an amp type.

Knob-based interface for quick and intuitive editing.

Manual mode lets you hear the exact sound settings that the knobs are indicating.

Convenient line/headphone jack for home recording or late-night practice.

The optional VFS2 dual foot switch lets you switch programs or bypass the effect.

Eleven high-quality effects cover the basics.
Nine standard effects indispensable for any guitarist are built-in. These include auto wah, compressor, phaser, chorus, flanger, tremolo, rotary, delay and reverb. With the addition of combination-type effects, you have a total of eleven effects to choose from. Each effect lets you adjust several parameters. There's also a Tap button that makes it easy to set the delay time or modulation speed.

Save your user programs in CH1 or CH2.
Channel Select mode lets you save two of your own programs,including the combination of amp and effect settings. You can access either channel at a touch, for immediate switching while you play.

Easily select the classic sound for each amp type.
The new Preset mode gives you a tonal starting point for each amp model. You can enter Preset mode at the touch of a button, and then simply choose an amp model to automatically get the preset sound for that amp. Select a Preset, modify it and save it to CH1 or CH2.

Manual mode lets you hear your exact sound settings.
In Manual mode, the sound you're hearing will be exactly what the knob settings indicate - just as on a conventional amp. It's visually intuitive, so it's quick and easy to create just the sound you're looking for.

Convenient line/headphone jack for home recording or late-night practicing. You can connect the line/headphone jack to your mixer, multi-track recorder or headphones. Since the character of the cabinet is also added to this signal, the sound will have a sense of "air" and depth even when you're listening through headphones or recording direct.

Adjust the output wattage of the power amp.
The AD50VT lets you adjust the output wattage from 1~50W,so you can lower the volume without losing the sense of drive that's unique to tube amps. You can get the great distinctive tube sound at a volume that's appropriate for any location.

Footswitchable Control
If the optional VFS2 dual foot switch is connected, you can use it to switch between user programs (CH1, CH2) or to bypass the effect. Alternatively, you can choose to have the footswitch activate Manual mode instead of Effect Bypass, which gives you handsfree switching between three different sounds (the two user programs and the Manual settings) for convenience during a live performance.

Technical Info

Number of Amp Types: 11

Number of Effects: 11, Noise reduction: 1

Number of Programs: 11 preset, 2 channels

Input/Output Jacks:
Top Panel: 1 x INPUT
Rear Panel: 1 x FOOT SW jack, 1 x LINE/PHONE jack

Power Amp Output: Maximum 50W RMS @ 8 ohms

Speaker: 1 x VOX original (12 inch 8 ohm)

Signal Processing:
A/D Conversion: 24-bit
D/A Conversion: 24-bit
Sampling Frequency: 44.1 kHz

Power Supply Requirements: AC, local voltage

Included Items: Power cable

Options (sold separately): VFS2 dual foot switch
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