@gorillazhead Thanks very much; really glad you liked the vid. Yup, the PRS Cu24 is a very nice guitar that's beautifully put together. New prices are crazy but if you're patient there are some used gems to be found.
I need help guys I'm getting an amp soon I thinkmy budget is about $200 maybe 250 so I wasthinking on getting the Vox Valvetronix VT30 30W or the Vox Valvetronix AD30VT 30w theAD30VT is $10 more but is it worth it? thats if I get to spend 250 if I don't i think I'm getting the VT20+ 20W or the VT15 15W. they are the same price but the vt+ has more watts??!?! so whats the deal with this?
@timothyga01 The AD30VT is an old model; only 11 amp models, more basic effect options, & 2 user memories. VT30 replaced the AD30VT - 22 amp models, better effects inc global reverb, 8 patch user memory, & amp models are later technology. VT40+ is replacement for VT30- it's smaller, lighter (new class D power section can be pushed to 60w), has 33 amp models & a new pedal section adding a further 11 effect options, 3 reverb options, plus it has a tuner built in & an aux out for mp3/CD.
Honestly, do you recommend the VOX vt30 or VOX Vt40+?? Some comments say thar the old vt30 sounds better and the vt40+ looks "cheaper"...? Í´ll buy this amp next week in Argentina, and your help is welcome, thanks man, your Rock!!
@zzseba I've a VT40+ on loan & plan to do a demo over Xmas. Reserving judgement until I can put it through paces (no chance to crank it yet). First impressions are Pro's: great tone, good bottom end, love the new pedal section (adds real versatility), smaller & lighter, better speaker, & I like the black cloth grill. Cons: some high-gain amp models seem 'samey' , some amp models I liked in VT are gone, no line outs, & the tuner is 'twitchy'.
What styles do you play?Do you have your own effects?Is it for bedroom or small club use?Do you need something versatile that gives many different tones & effects or are you OK with a single all-valve tone with no effects? Do you need good cleans at reasonable volume, or do you want something with early break-up?Do you want to be able to connect to a bigger cab or will you just use the amp as a combo? Do you want to use headphones and plug in an mp3 player to play along with?
@SR5127CL Actually, you're best to pop into the Vox forum (on the main Vox website) to discuss - youtube isn't a chat forum & there's limited space here.
@Vöxman5 What douche response, forums are full of pompous, arrogant know it alls. You can't ask a simple question and get a simple answer on forums. Then theres the forum Nazi's who' are not even moderators but will self appointed themselves as chief forum keeper because they've been a member for 10 years and so believe they have the right to point out every little error or petty broken rule. Please! You have a better chance of getting a short, down to earth direct answer here on Youtube.
@lockpicker2k The Vox forum isn't like that. It's very friendly & helpful - pop in and have a chat; there's lots of good knowledge there that folk are very happy to share. And it doesn't get out of hand (I'm one of the official moderators there anyway)
This versus a Laney cub 12r 15 watts full valve. Which one is better in you opinion because im thinking of getting either of those 2 I also have an rp 255.
@henzery Sorry, only just saw this (for some reason it showed as spam). I realise this was 11 mths ago but I recently bought a Laney Cub 12R for myself a few mths back (swapped the Rocket 50 for a Vintage 30). Cracking little amp (pop into the Laney forum to discuss in more detail) Very different type of amp to VT30/VT40+ - not so much which is 'better', more what suits you. You can't beat the V'x amps for versatility & bang for buck, but the Cub is a super little straight amp too.
@zzseba Thanks for the kind words. With 22 amp models at your disposal I'd say most definitely! The new VT+ range have even more amp models (33) PLUS 11 pedal effects inc extra distortion 'pedals' - so the new VT+ is the one to go for! And it has more delays/reverbs too. I'm getting hold of a VT40+ to demo with a Vox 55 guitar and a Vox Mini 3, & over the Xmas break I'm hoping to do some more videos....so stay tuned.
@stringbean525 Congrats on the forthcoming VT30 - I liked the 10" too - more 'vintagy' than any other version (my Laney VC30 is a 2x10" version - I preferred it to the 2x12 or 1x12) . Glad you liked the vids.
@stringbean525 Fender 2x12 (per my text comment intro). Yes, my PRS has a 5-way rotary switch to switch between h/b & single-coils (see me switching in the first vid) but can't recall which p/up selections I used throughout this demo. I also tend to sometimes roll off the volume & tone on my guitar to further 'shape' tone, which might throw you re p/up tone - something that younger players don't tend to learn about, but it's a rewarding technique!
I liked very much your vid, i have a vt 50 for 1 week and trying to find some sounds, don't hesitate to make an other with some vintage amps. Thanks a lot, i like your playing
@andrewpmast Thanks very much Andrew - I guess it's just stuff in my head from listening to others and playing for a lot of years. But I've never considered myself a good player & there are loads of folk on you-tube that are just brilliant! Check out my good friend Marco for blues (search for MbM20100 on youtube)
@Voxman5 Yea, I guess I get it. I mean, I can improvise, but it's more 80's rock that I was brought up on. I guess you always crave what you can't have. ;) I'll check out Marco... just stumbled on a band from france and these guys really seem to enjoy what they're doing. "MattRach" is the channel. Later!
@Majorozkrok The tube should never need changing & should last the life of the amp - it's used differently with lower voltage/current than a power tube in an all valve amp. My AD120VTX is over 6 yrs old and my Marshall Valvestate is well over 15 yrs old - all on original tubes and both working perfectly.
@Voxman5 Thanks much, Im gonna buy 50w version .. And could it go wrong when it fall down or like a consequence of changing temperature? We play in garage ...
@MeanGreenMovies Hi - glad you liked the vid & thanks for looking in. I moved the VT30 nearer to the camera so that the mic would pick up the VT30's tone better. It was on a cabinet out of camera shot. If you look closely though you'll just make out the edge of my Vox Valvetronix AD120VTX with its blue cloth grill next to my Laney VC30-210....so there is some Vox in the Vid after all! lol! Best, Rich
I am really interested in getting a VT amp. Do they take external effects well? Like if I wanted to put a Fuzz Factory, a Wah pedal, and a MXR Phaser in front of it, would it still sound great, or would it take away some of the effects?
@19ZoSo93 Thanks for the kind words. Depends on how you use them & the pedal. Most sound OK with the VT, but mix high gain amp models & fuzz you'll get noise/mush. You may get clipping if wah is also a trebleboost. Time based effects work best in FX loop (only VT100) .(See Valvetronix . net for details of a no solder mod). Just experiment with the VT & different pedals. The more pedals at the front end, the more noise, so make the best use of internal FX that are in optimum signal path position.
@Voxman5 Thanks for the response! It kinda sucks that the VT100 is the only model with the FX loops. I was actually planning on using some of the on-board effect models, but I don't think the phaser will be as good as my MXR.
Thanks again for the great info. I have been reading some of your posts on the Vox forums thing, and you seem to be extremely knowledgeable.
@Voxman5 and um.. Sorry to bother you again, but is there still that Volume Spike issue with the VT series? I've heard most of them have it, and I'm interested in a VT50. Or has that issue been solved?
@19ZoSo93 I think it depends on the amp models being switched. I'm not sure why it happens on some amps but not others, or why it happens at all. I had no problems with my loan VT30 but I have heard the spike on another VT30 & VT50. I don't know if this is something that has been addressed by Vox, so I think you need to try several & see how you get on.
Well, I just came back from a music store, played the VT30, 50 and 100, and they are great amps. The tones were really awesome. But I did notice some volume spikes switching between some models.
I also tried out an AC30VR.. I think I'm gonna be getting that amp now. It sounded incredible!!
Hi, i have a question regarding this amp regarding the speaker size of the VT30, i know its a 10'' speaker but if you play this on a 12'' speaker will the tone/sound quality change much? i mean i understand that bigger speakers sound more rounded but in ur own opinion will there be a major change in tone and sound quality if the played thru a 12'' instead of a 10''? hoping for ur reply thx :)
A 12" speaker will sound different to a 10" speaker, but then one 10" speaker will sound different to another 10" as will a 12" compared with other 12" speakers! Generally, a 10" will sound 'toppier' & a 12" will sound fuller with more bottom end. Rich
thanks for the quick reply, having said that, i understand that the voxVT50 has a 12 inch speaker, but does it have a Major advantage tonewise (not volume) compared to the VT30's 10 inch speaker? and also, is it also possible to change the tubes on the VT series? and will it improve the tone given the tubes changed be better than the stock ones? thanks hoping 4 ur kind reply.
Hi tgizzle829 - glad you liked the vid. Nothing wrong with the L6 Spider's. If it sounds fine, as the saying goes 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'. lol
It's a hybrid. digital (modelling) preamp front end, with a 12AX7 triode valve in the power amp section, where it matters (not the preamp stage). That's why it has the feel & tone very close to an al tube amp.
Just to clarify, the VFS5 is the only pedal to control the amp directly i.e. switch between patches, turn reverb & effects on/off. It's NOT an effects pedal! In front of the amp, you can use ordinary effect pedals or MFX pedals just like any other amp - but try them first as the VT's will 'like' some pedals better than others as the front end is digital. But, I recommend you DO NOT use a MODELLING MFX unit, as ithe amp models will conflict & you'll get a mushy, muddy tone with more noise.
Nice work Voxman ! Can I ask your opinion on this ? I'm thinking of buying a new VT 100 and I'm worried that it might be too loud for bedroom use even if I use the attenuator to drop the amps will I lose much of the tone. I need it to be 100 watts so that I can gig it as well as use it at home.
Hi Tom, glad you liked the vid and thanks for looking in. You should have no problem at all. My main rig is a Valvetronix AD120VTX with AD212 extn cab and VC12 floorcontroller (EQ700 & BBE Sonic stomp in fx loop). For home use I typically have the amp set at 2x15w or 2x30w and I can control the volume easily (but 2x1w for late night practice -obviously, some tone is lost at 2x1w, but it still sounds pretty good).
50 watts are more than enough!!! the atenuator is not to bu used on this amp because it's not an all tube amp...
Anyway, since it's not an all-tube amp you can also but a 100 watts and at low volume will sound quite well too...I personally find 100 watts completely useless since with the 50 you have enough volume to play on stage with a "death metal drummer"..also the 30 watts it's fine if you play blues-rock-jazz....
Hi intrsoul - thanks for looking in & hope you enjoyed the vid. Doing these vids on my own with limited recording gear is much more difficult than you might think, often needing several takes. I'm trying to remember a script (of sorts), what to play to show off the amp as well as I can, p/up positions, amp settings etc. Sometimes I do mention the p/up position but its hard to think of everything & try to keep it flowing for viewers. I'm only an amateur at this I'm afraid so bear with me!
Hey Voxman5, my name is Victor, and I am from Brazil. I play the guitar since january of 2009, and I have a Ibanez art 120 (Les Paul), and a BOSS ME6 for effects, and a bad amp from groovin' (12w only). Do you think that is a good call to take as a second amp this Vox VT 30 amp, or you have another in mind? Sorry for my terrible english, and thanks for your time! Oh, almost forgot; mad guitar dude, mad guitar! Rock Hard!
Hi Victor - thanks for looking in. The VT30 is very versatile & sounds great; you could do a lot worse. But as I advise everyone, opinions are like bottoms - everyone has one! So try lots of different gear yourself to find what suits YOU best, and trust your own ears.
I can't think of any reason why not although tonally you probably won't want the higher gain models (or maybe you do!). Certainly won't break the amp! lol Best thing is to pop into a store & try one out, to see how you get on. If you decide to get one, I'd love to hear how your viola sounds with it! Put up some clips for everyone! Best, Rich
Thanks for this demo -- it definitely helped me consider this amp since most demos on YouTube seem to lean on the more metal sounds...I just need a versatile amp that sounds good and gets more of those "classic" tones. The rebate offer Vox has going right now helps as well...and North Coast Music has been selling them with brown grill cloth aftermarket mods so that was nice too. But it all comes down to tone, and from what I hear on this vid, it sounds pretty nice!
Hi aquasloth (great handle btw! lol) - the new VT's are very versatile, great fun, terrific value, and have great tone. You could do a lot worse! And the NCM mods look very nice (I much prefer a classic look with a cloth grill! - & they 'burn' all their amps in before sale & offer excellent service so I hear - shame they'e only US!) All the best for 2010.
Is it possible to use a BSM HS C Treble booster with VT50? I have used a BSM RPA Major with AC30 and some boss pedals and it killed the flanger and delay pedals. How will it affect a VT amp?
@Voxman5 It sounds great with AC30's tubes. But... I'm afraid of it damaging my VT50 just as it did with my pedals. Because treble boosters are made for tube amps. BTW as an owner of both AC30 and VT50 I can say that VT is a stunning piece of equipment. AC30 IMO still sounds better than VT on its AC30 setting. However, maybe my ears are just prejudiced. I've played to a friend through both amps without letting him see which one I was using, and he couldn't decide which one was better.
Moreover, he got it all wrong. On the clean channel he thought AC30 was VT50. On overdrive he said I was using the same amp twice to trick him. This doesn't have to mean anything, he is not a guitarist (he's a keyboard player) however, this means he wasn't biased in any way. No tube snobbery here :)
@Voxman5 Here's what it says in the manual. "With the level control turned up to the max, the RPA Major delivers an output level of 8 volts (!!!), which can kill most modulation stompboxes with electronical CMOS switching like delay, chorus etc. that are connected after the RPA Major in the signal chain. So please only use the RPA Major with full level directly into your tube amp." It is a hornby and skewes Treble Booster like the one used by Ritchie Blackmore.
Sorry, but I'm not a techie & youtube isn't a discussion board. I've already directed you to post on forum if you need advice. There are folk there that can help you.
Gettin this next week :D it's such an amazing amp really. At first my mind was set on a Roland Cube 30 or 60, but when I saw this one I completely changed my mind. Great demo man. keep rockin
NM - That's like asking should you buy a Strat or a Les Paul. Depends entirely on your needs, playing style, budget, musical tastes, feature requirements etc - play both and buy what sounds & feels best to you. I nor anyone else can answer that for you. Rich
Thank you for your reply. I asked due to the fact that my nearest guitar shops are both seperately 40 kilometers from my house. Neither of them had both amps. But one long day and I tested them both in both shops. I decided to buy the Cube 30X by Roland. I already have more then enough effects on my effects pedal, and the metal tone really sounds great. Again thanks for your advice.
Great video. Could you tell me what pickup selection were you using on this demo? Sounds great. How do you like the custom 24? What pickups are those? Thanks.
Thanks Ryanenski, glad you liked it. The Cu24 is a lovely well made guitar. I bought it especially for live use as it saves me changing between my Les Paul Custom & Fender Strat, & string changes are easy. I chose the 5 way rotary rather than the push-pull/toggle switch, as the single-coil tones are more Strat like. P/ups are stock. Bridge: HFS, neck: Vintage, but with the nicer zebra p/up covers. I used various positions, but can't recall which went with each bit, sorry.
Hi evh6505 - with built in effects & 22 amp models including the Vox BM (Brian May) model, the VT50 will be much, much more versatile than the Marshall, plus it has some great Marshall models anyway including the Marshall Jubilee. Seems a no-brainer to me! Best, Rich
Hello! I like your stuff. I got a question about a Valvetronix when it comes to recording. I'm play on a Gibson Les Paul Standard, and I have a Valvetronix, but I'm not sure of the model or anything, but it has an output. I got a couple of some fairly nice condenser mics that I use for vocal recording. I also use a PreSonus Firestudio to record. I was curious if maybe micing the amp is more effective than just plugging it in to the amp, and what are your thoughts on recording? Thanks!
Thanks Brink. I personally prefer miking an amp but you need a decent mike such as a Sure SM57. It also gives you more variation depending on mike positioning - how far away the mike is and whether its off axis i.e. how far away from the speaker centre. But try both direct and miked and see which you prefer.
Txs a lot!, your reviews are very usefull and complete!. I´m a Beatle cover guitar player from Argentina, and I`m sure now!, I´m gonna buy a Vox VT. Just one more thing.. what do you think abut the VT 15?, could it be loud enough for more than a practice?. txs, again (sorry about my english, it sucks!)
Hi Leo - I'd suggest the VT30 as a minimum. It's 10" speaker gives better tone (fuller, with more vintage feel) compared to the 8" speaker in the VT15 (even at the same volume), it has more clean head room, and more volume means it's better suited for small gigs & band practices. For the price difference you have much more flexibility and 'future-proofing' from the amp to adapt to your needs. The VT15 is great for home use but beyond that your options are much more restricted.
On the +ve side I found the Vypyrs better for metal, with more effect control, user patches, better floorcontrol capability than the VT's & a sensibly priced controller. On the -ve side, I was unimpressed with its poor build quality, worrying reliability reports, & it's let down badly by poor speakers. For all the techy hype, they have a tinny, more digital tone. The modeling quality, warmth, tube feel & punch are lacking. Bells & whistles, Vypyr wins. Tone, punch, feel:-the VT's win by a mile!
I would point you to another amp to try - the Laney Prism. This is their 1st ever modeling amp. Prices are very keen.They don't have as many amp models, & only a 4 patch memory. However, Laney knows about amps & tone (I have a VC30) & has concentrated on the most important stuff & tonally they are supposed to be very good indeed with good quality speakers (Seventy 80 in the P65) and built in tuner in all 3 versions (lacking in the VT's & Vypyr30). I'm hoping to try one myself this weekend.
oh yeah i've seen that laney prism on my local guitar shop nearby. havent tried it yet. I never thought it would compete with Vox and Laney tone-wise. Anyway, I think I have to try it before deciding to buy any of the previous two next week. thanks for your inputs.
jake - re this & your other post - you're absolutely right mate....you MUST try gear yourself & go for what fits your needs. My opinions are irrelevant - it's YOUR hard earned money, YOUR ears, & what YOU want that counts! If the SS amp & Zoom does it for you, then the simple adage is: 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'.
i tried both the vt30 and the vypyr30 yesterday. and like you said, the vt30, tone-wise, is hands down the clear winner... it gave me no option but to buy it :)... i just wish it has an autowah instead of the other effects that i think no one would ever use. vyper has an autowah and a tuner.
Hi Jake - told you didn't I! The vypyr has more bells & whistles but sounds tinny in comparison. You can always add an external effect such as an autowah - but you can't add good tone when it's not there! Enjoy your new VT30. Best, Rich
hey Rich, this is my second day tweaking, experimenting and playing my new vt30 and you know what I found a p/u setting on my new ibanez electric guitar (w/c i bought with the vt30) which approximates an acoustic guitar tone (using boutique cl setting). im truly enjoying this amp. thanks.
Cool Jake - glad you're enjoying it! I wouldn't mind a little VT30 myself as a compact light weight all-in one amp for smaller rehearsals - it would really save me carrying gear! Rich
Another concern of mine is that these two amps doesnt offer any acoustic guitar simulation. a feature that I really need for type of music Im playing. I currently use a solid state amp and a zoom effects. Do you have a setting on vox that will probably get near the sound of an acoustic guitar?. thanks
Yes, you can. See page 22 of the manual, headed Effects, for a table of the effect choices available. Chorus & delay, compressor & chorus, and octave & chorus are the three dual effects. Other single effects are delay, tape echo, chorus, flanger, phaser, rotary, tremolo, and pitch. The global reverb can be selected with any of these.
Damn design8r, I was hoping no one would notice they were listening to my Laney VC30-210 instead of the Vox VT30. No wonder it sounded so good! LOL. Seriously, you're most definitely hearing the VT30! For the 2nd vid I moved the amp nearer the camera so I could lower the volume a little for improved sound quality-it's out of picture as it was on a cabinet to the left next to my AD120VTX that you can just see to the left of the Laney. You also can't see my Marshall under the Laney extn cab.
Actually, the main reason for the amp move was that during the first vid, my VC30-210 was with Laney for a guarantee repair (the input jacks had gone) so I could put the VT30 on the Laney extn cab. In the 2nd vid my repaired Laney was returned (thank you Laney!) and back in its place - so I took the opportunity to put the VT30 on the book cabinet I mentioned.
I hope to do some more vids before the end of the year with the new Vox Night Train and the Vox AC4TVH and 1x12 cab. Might also do some more better quality vids with my AD120VTX (EQ/BBE Sonic Stomp in FX loop) including cleans & effects. No more VT30 vids I'm afraid, as it was only a loan & sadly I had to give it back.
Thanks! Great Video. I was thinking of buying one of these amps. You have convinced me. In the second solo where you play in the open position. What are the chords you use.
Great review Voxman..and you look like if you are enjoying yourself. A great thing to see on this "youtube-robots" era. I will be buying the Amp within the next few days. your review has been very helpful and insightful. thanks Keep doing what You are Doing.
Thanks for the review. I am about to sell my old AD15VT and for either the new VT15 and VT30. I am not playing in a band or anything (just playing at home mostly), but I was wondering if the VT30 really has much over the VT15? Both have the switch on the back to turn down the volume now correct? Because that wasn't present in the last AD15VT models, only the AD30VT or above.
Hi Freeptom - Depends on how loud you play, size of venue, & whether you're miking up to the PA. If you play fairly loud and are not miking up, the VT50 will likely suit you better - plus it has a 12" speaker as compared to 10" in the VT30. If you are not a loud band, play small venues and/or mike up, the VT30 has the advantage of smaller size, less weight, and a brighter tone from the 10" speaker.
Dude. I purchased a VT50 a couple months ago and have found the amp to be way more than I ever anticipated. I spend hours experimenting with all the settings and have yet to settle on more than three settings I use with regularity. It would be a big help to know some exact settings for specific sounds, especially created by members. You really need to update your website to include some VT series setups from your members.
Hi Teegee - yup, these are very versatile amps with a wealth of tonal possibilities. The update to include VT patches is in hand, but there are some technical issues to resolve. In the meantime, have a look on the official Vox discussion forum where I think Vox has a patch section for the VT.
wow great video dude!! I never see your video before I just saw another demo of the VT30 and I purchased one! And this, confirm that the VT30 is a really great amp ;-) And I love your playing this is important on the vid amp demo I think :)
Thanks for the fantastic demo. This amp seems to be exactly what I'm looking for. However, just one thing. I know you're not a metal player, but how would you rate the metal sounds?
Thanks Chaza - I think the high gain amp models are very good, but they are not uber high gain, so don't expect driving low-end uber-metal - especially with a small 8" or 10" speaker. Rich
Hi fretbender - it will sound great with a LP or any guitar. You can load down the Vox manual from the Vox website for a list of the song pre-sets. Most are very good but it depends on your guitar & fingers as always!
Hey man ! Your help has been very good for me! I am going to buy this amp but i am struggling with myself with one question.. Can I use the VT30 to practice in my bedroom with a capable volume and good sound ?
Hi Teh Tiba - yup, easily - it's ideal for bedroom use - first it has a headphone socket, and second you can turn the power-selector at the back down. I've got the big AD120VTX with an AD212 extn cab, & I can even turn that right down to 1watt for late night practice! Rich
Nice playing, it sounds really good. This may sound generic and narrow minded but can this amp do heavy metal stuff like Pantera, Late Dream Theater etc.?
The VT100 has an FX loop & 2x12 speakers - with an EQ in the FX loop to enhance bass response, most definitely yes. The VT50 with a single 12" speaker but no FX loop - maybe. But the VT15/30 only have 8" & 10" speakers respectively, & IMHO you'll struggle to get those very bass heavy driven tones simply because of the speaker and cab size limitations. Dream Theatre & Pantera use full size stacks - regardless of modelling quality you can't emulate that driving bass with a single small speaker.
I've been looking for an amp and I think the 2 demos you did sold me on this. Will the VT50 be loud enough to hear over drums? And has anyone used a Tube Screamer with this amp?
I'm liking PRS's more and more, and your model is just... wow.
Awesome demo.
gorillazhead 1 week ago
@gorillazhead Thanks very much; really glad you liked the vid. Yup, the PRS Cu24 is a very nice guitar that's beautifully put together. New prices are crazy but if you're patient there are some used gems to be found.
Voxman5 1 week ago
I need help guys I'm getting an amp soon I thinkmy budget is about $200 maybe 250 so I wasthinking on getting the Vox Valvetronix VT30 30W or the Vox Valvetronix AD30VT 30w theAD30VT is $10 more but is it worth it? thats if I get to spend 250 if I don't i think I'm getting the VT20+ 20W or the VT15 15W. they are the same price but the vt+ has more watts??!?! so whats the deal with this?
timothyga01 10 months ago
@timothyga01 The AD30VT is an old model; only 11 amp models, more basic effect options, & 2 user memories. VT30 replaced the AD30VT - 22 amp models, better effects inc global reverb, 8 patch user memory, & amp models are later technology. VT40+ is replacement for VT30- it's smaller, lighter (new class D power section can be pushed to 60w), has 33 amp models & a new pedal section adding a further 11 effect options, 3 reverb options, plus it has a tuner built in & an aux out for mp3/CD.
Voxman5 10 months ago
Honestly, do you recommend the VOX vt30 or VOX Vt40+?? Some comments say thar the old vt30 sounds better and the vt40+ looks "cheaper"...? Í´ll buy this amp next week in Argentina, and your help is welcome, thanks man, your Rock!!
zzseba 1 year ago
@zzseba I've a VT40+ on loan & plan to do a demo over Xmas. Reserving judgement until I can put it through paces (no chance to crank it yet). First impressions are Pro's: great tone, good bottom end, love the new pedal section (adds real versatility), smaller & lighter, better speaker, & I like the black cloth grill. Cons: some high-gain amp models seem 'samey' , some amp models I liked in VT are gone, no line outs, & the tuner is 'twitchy'.
Voxman5 1 year ago
What styles do you play?Do you have your own effects?Is it for bedroom or small club use?Do you need something versatile that gives many different tones & effects or are you OK with a single all-valve tone with no effects? Do you need good cleans at reasonable volume, or do you want something with early break-up?Do you want to be able to connect to a bigger cab or will you just use the amp as a combo? Do you want to use headphones and plug in an mp3 player to play along with?
Voxman5 1 year ago
Sorry to bother you sir, but what amp do you think I should get The Vox Ac4tv or The Vox Valvetronix Vt-40+
SR5127CL 1 year ago
@SR5127CL Actually, you're best to pop into the Vox forum (on the main Vox website) to discuss - youtube isn't a chat forum & there's limited space here.
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Vöxman5 What douche response, forums are full of pompous, arrogant know it alls. You can't ask a simple question and get a simple answer on forums. Then theres the forum Nazi's who' are not even moderators but will self appointed themselves as chief forum keeper because they've been a member for 10 years and so believe they have the right to point out every little error or petty broken rule. Please! You have a better chance of getting a short, down to earth direct answer here on Youtube.
lockpicker2k 2 months ago
@lockpicker2k The Vox forum isn't like that. It's very friendly & helpful - pop in and have a chat; there's lots of good knowledge there that folk are very happy to share. And it doesn't get out of hand (I'm one of the official moderators there anyway)
Voxman5 2 months ago
@Voxman5 That's comforting to know, I may just check it out. Thank you.
lockpicker2k 2 months ago
This versus a Laney cub 12r 15 watts full valve. Which one is better in you opinion because im thinking of getting either of those 2 I also have an rp 255.
henzery 1 year ago
@henzery Sorry, only just saw this (for some reason it showed as spam). I realise this was 11 mths ago but I recently bought a Laney Cub 12R for myself a few mths back (swapped the Rocket 50 for a Vintage 30). Cracking little amp (pop into the Laney forum to discuss in more detail) Very different type of amp to VT30/VT40+ - not so much which is 'better', more what suits you. You can't beat the V'x amps for versatility & bang for buck, but the Cub is a super little straight amp too.
Voxman5 2 months ago
Hi man, you rock! One question, it´s possible to ger a crunch power distortion from this amp to play hardcore, punk, etc? thanks
zzseba 1 year ago
@zzseba Thanks for the kind words. With 22 amp models at your disposal I'd say most definitely! The new VT+ range have even more amp models (33) PLUS 11 pedal effects inc extra distortion 'pedals' - so the new VT+ is the one to go for! And it has more delays/reverbs too. I'm getting hold of a VT40+ to demo with a Vox 55 guitar and a Vox Mini 3, & over the Xmas break I'm hoping to do some more videos....so stay tuned.
Voxman5 1 year ago
@stringbean525 Congrats on the forthcoming VT30 - I liked the 10" too - more 'vintagy' than any other version (my Laney VC30 is a 2x10" version - I preferred it to the 2x12 or 1x12) . Glad you liked the vids.
Voxman5 1 year ago
@stringbean525 Fender 2x12 (per my text comment intro). Yes, my PRS has a 5-way rotary switch to switch between h/b & single-coils (see me switching in the first vid) but can't recall which p/up selections I used throughout this demo. I also tend to sometimes roll off the volume & tone on my guitar to further 'shape' tone, which might throw you re p/up tone - something that younger players don't tend to learn about, but it's a rewarding technique!
Voxman5 1 year ago
I liked very much your vid, i have a vt 50 for 1 week and trying to find some sounds, don't hesitate to make an other with some vintage amps. Thanks a lot, i like your playing
jf1jf1jf 1 year ago
@jf1jf1jf Thanks very much for looking in, & glad you enjoy the vids.
Voxman5 1 year ago
No tenés guitarra gordo culiado!..
fernandaopk 1 year ago
@fernandaopk Sorry, but I don't know what your message means - my wife speaks fluent Spanish & says it's: 'you don't have a fat guitar' ???
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Voxman5 doesn't matters it just was an argentinian expression haha...
Nice review! i have the same amp but not that beatiful PRS :P
Saludos desde Argentina.
bye
fernandaopk 1 year ago
Great video! Can't wait to pick this beauty up in a couple weeks!
cmacinnis 1 year ago
@cmacinnis Glad you liked it & hope you have lots of fun with your VT30
Voxman5 1 year ago
I really like the blues improvising you did. I can't figure out how to come up with a groove like that...
andrewpmast 1 year ago
@andrewpmast Thanks very much Andrew - I guess it's just stuff in my head from listening to others and playing for a lot of years. But I've never considered myself a good player & there are loads of folk on you-tube that are just brilliant! Check out my good friend Marco for blues (search for MbM20100 on youtube)
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Voxman5 Yea, I guess I get it. I mean, I can improvise, but it's more 80's rock that I was brought up on. I guess you always crave what you can't have. ;) I'll check out Marco... just stumbled on a band from france and these guys really seem to enjoy what they're doing. "MattRach" is the channel. Later!
andrewpmast 1 year ago
yes man, u rock. Thanks for the great demo!
TheDacy 1 year ago
@TheDacy Glad you liked the vid & thanks for looking in
Voxman5 1 year ago
how long tube last ?
Majorozkrok 1 year ago
@Majorozkrok The tube should never need changing & should last the life of the amp - it's used differently with lower voltage/current than a power tube in an all valve amp. My AD120VTX is over 6 yrs old and my Marshall Valvestate is well over 15 yrs old - all on original tubes and both working perfectly.
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Voxman5 Thanks much, Im gonna buy 50w version .. And could it go wrong when it fall down or like a consequence of changing temperature? We play in garage ...
Majorozkrok 1 year ago
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Majorozkrok 1 year ago
great demo thanks!. plus i love the fact that your called Voxman yet there arent any Vox things in the vid lol! great vidthough
MeanGreenMovies 1 year ago
@MeanGreenMovies Hi - glad you liked the vid & thanks for looking in. I moved the VT30 nearer to the camera so that the mic would pick up the VT30's tone better. It was on a cabinet out of camera shot. If you look closely though you'll just make out the edge of my Vox Valvetronix AD120VTX with its blue cloth grill next to my Laney VC30-210....so there is some Vox in the Vid after all! lol! Best, Rich
Voxman5 1 year ago
Hey Voxman,
I am really interested in getting a VT amp. Do they take external effects well? Like if I wanted to put a Fuzz Factory, a Wah pedal, and a MXR Phaser in front of it, would it still sound great, or would it take away some of the effects?
You sound awesome btw, great playing.
19ZoSo93 1 year ago
@19ZoSo93 Thanks for the kind words. Depends on how you use them & the pedal. Most sound OK with the VT, but mix high gain amp models & fuzz you'll get noise/mush. You may get clipping if wah is also a trebleboost. Time based effects work best in FX loop (only VT100) .(See Valvetronix . net for details of a no solder mod). Just experiment with the VT & different pedals. The more pedals at the front end, the more noise, so make the best use of internal FX that are in optimum signal path position.
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Voxman5 Thanks for the response! It kinda sucks that the VT100 is the only model with the FX loops. I was actually planning on using some of the on-board effect models, but I don't think the phaser will be as good as my MXR.
Thanks again for the great info. I have been reading some of your posts on the Vox forums thing, and you seem to be extremely knowledgeable.
19ZoSo93 1 year ago
@Voxman5 and um.. Sorry to bother you again, but is there still that Volume Spike issue with the VT series? I've heard most of them have it, and I'm interested in a VT50. Or has that issue been solved?
19ZoSo93 1 year ago
@19ZoSo93 I think it depends on the amp models being switched. I'm not sure why it happens on some amps but not others, or why it happens at all. I had no problems with my loan VT30 but I have heard the spike on another VT30 & VT50. I don't know if this is something that has been addressed by Vox, so I think you need to try several & see how you get on.
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Voxman5 Again, thanks for the response.
Well, I just came back from a music store, played the VT30, 50 and 100, and they are great amps. The tones were really awesome. But I did notice some volume spikes switching between some models.
I also tried out an AC30VR.. I think I'm gonna be getting that amp now. It sounded incredible!!
Again, thanks for all your help. You rock!! =D
19ZoSo93 1 year ago
I think this video has finally swayed me towards the VT30, i've made my mind up.
Thanks!
Killadey 1 year ago
@Killadey Glad the vid helped you. The VT30 really is a lot of amp for a modest cost, & I think you'll have a lot of fun with it. All the best, Rich
Voxman5 1 year ago
@Voxman5
In the end i bought a AD30VT and a Gould SG copy for £75
I'm a very happy camper.
I'll be doing the Fx loop mod and get myself that behringer eq aswell. Love your website, you're an exellent admin/guru/tech btw.
You've been a great help, thanks.
Adey
Killadey 1 year ago
@Killadey Congrats on the new gear, & enjoy.
Voxman5 1 year ago
good cover of get back like it.
blist777 1 year ago
@blist777 - well, just a few of the riffs rather than a cover really, but glad you liked it & thanks for looking in.
Voxman5 1 year ago
HAHHAAHA
i lied
that wasnt my last question
here it is
whats diferent between AC and VT?
What effects does is has?
Can I edit the effects like to make them go faster and stronger..etc?
How do you so much about this amp?
ladderqueen27 1 year ago
As I said previously, you tube isn't a discussion forum. Pop into the Valvetronix forum to discuss this with members.
Voxman5 1 year ago
Hi, i have a question regarding this amp regarding the speaker size of the VT30, i know its a 10'' speaker but if you play this on a 12'' speaker will the tone/sound quality change much? i mean i understand that bigger speakers sound more rounded but in ur own opinion will there be a major change in tone and sound quality if the played thru a 12'' instead of a 10''? hoping for ur reply thx :)
goatygeek 1 year ago
A 12" speaker will sound different to a 10" speaker, but then one 10" speaker will sound different to another 10" as will a 12" compared with other 12" speakers! Generally, a 10" will sound 'toppier' & a 12" will sound fuller with more bottom end. Rich
Voxman5 1 year ago
thanks for the quick reply, having said that, i understand that the voxVT50 has a 12 inch speaker, but does it have a Major advantage tonewise (not volume) compared to the VT30's 10 inch speaker? and also, is it also possible to change the tubes on the VT series? and will it improve the tone given the tubes changed be better than the stock ones? thanks hoping 4 ur kind reply.
goatygeek 1 year ago
This isn't a discussion forum. Pop into the Valvetronix forum to discuss this with members.
Voxman5 1 year ago
awesome sound... id like to see how that would sound playing a metallica riff
my line 6 spider 3 amp is all i need though and it sounds fine
awesome guitar playing to
tgizzle829 1 year ago
Hi tgizzle829 - glad you liked the vid. Nothing wrong with the L6 Spider's. If it sounds fine, as the saying goes 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'. lol
Voxman5 1 year ago
Voxman my last question
is the vox valvetronix a tube amp
or if is not what the diference between the solid and the tube?
ladderqueen27 1 year ago
It's a hybrid. digital (modelling) preamp front end, with a 12AX7 triode valve in the power amp section, where it matters (not the preamp stage). That's why it has the feel & tone very close to an al tube amp.
Voxman5 1 year ago
Just to clarify, the VFS5 is the only pedal to control the amp directly i.e. switch between patches, turn reverb & effects on/off. It's NOT an effects pedal! In front of the amp, you can use ordinary effect pedals or MFX pedals just like any other amp - but try them first as the VT's will 'like' some pedals better than others as the front end is digital. But, I recommend you DO NOT use a MODELLING MFX unit, as ithe amp models will conflict & you'll get a mushy, muddy tone with more noise.
Voxman5 1 year ago
can i plug in a wah wah pedal on this amp?
ladderqueen27 1 year ago
Sure - it's just an amp!
Voxman5 1 year ago
Yes - but as per the first vid & the spec from Vox, the VFS5 is the ONLY foot pedal you can use.
Voxman5 1 year ago
Nice work Voxman ! Can I ask your opinion on this ? I'm thinking of buying a new VT 100 and I'm worried that it might be too loud for bedroom use even if I use the attenuator to drop the amps will I lose much of the tone. I need it to be 100 watts so that I can gig it as well as use it at home.
All the best,
Tom.
tammac06 1 year ago
Hi Tom, glad you liked the vid and thanks for looking in. You should have no problem at all. My main rig is a Valvetronix AD120VTX with AD212 extn cab and VC12 floorcontroller (EQ700 & BBE Sonic stomp in fx loop). For home use I typically have the amp set at 2x15w or 2x30w and I can control the volume easily (but 2x1w for late night practice -obviously, some tone is lost at 2x1w, but it still sounds pretty good).
Voxman5 1 year ago
@tammac06
50 watts are more than enough!!! the atenuator is not to bu used on this amp because it's not an all tube amp...
Anyway, since it's not an all-tube amp you can also but a 100 watts and at low volume will sound quite well too...I personally find 100 watts completely useless since with the 50 you have enough volume to play on stage with a "death metal drummer"..also the 30 watts it's fine if you play blues-rock-jazz....
danlovesnan 1 year ago
could I ask a favor - please annotate which pickup setting/position you use for each sound demo....? thx!
intrsoul 1 year ago
Hi intrsoul - thanks for looking in & hope you enjoyed the vid. Doing these vids on my own with limited recording gear is much more difficult than you might think, often needing several takes. I'm trying to remember a script (of sorts), what to play to show off the amp as well as I can, p/up positions, amp settings etc. Sometimes I do mention the p/up position but its hard to think of everything & try to keep it flowing for viewers. I'm only an amateur at this I'm afraid so bear with me!
Voxman5 1 year ago
Hey Voxman, check your personal messages just sent you a link for some good free vid editing tools.
Vids are awesome by the way!
kevquirk780 1 year ago
Thanks Kev - appreciate the link & I'll try it.
Voxman5 1 year ago
Hi Voxman
dfh1970 2 years ago
Hi dfh1970
Voxman5 2 years ago
Hey Voxman5, my name is Victor, and I am from Brazil. I play the guitar since january of 2009, and I have a Ibanez art 120 (Les Paul), and a BOSS ME6 for effects, and a bad amp from groovin' (12w only). Do you think that is a good call to take as a second amp this Vox VT 30 amp, or you have another in mind? Sorry for my terrible english, and thanks for your time! Oh, almost forgot; mad guitar dude, mad guitar! Rock Hard!
torinow 2 years ago
Hi Victor - thanks for looking in. The VT30 is very versatile & sounds great; you could do a lot worse. But as I advise everyone, opinions are like bottoms - everyone has one! So try lots of different gear yourself to find what suits YOU best, and trust your own ears.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Can this amplifier be used with a Viola or will that brake the amp
stephen102 2 years ago
I can't think of any reason why not although tonally you probably won't want the higher gain models (or maybe you do!). Certainly won't break the amp! lol Best thing is to pop into a store & try one out, to see how you get on. If you decide to get one, I'd love to hear how your viola sounds with it! Put up some clips for everyone! Best, Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
cheers mAn. big help
stephen102 2 years ago
Thanks for this demo -- it definitely helped me consider this amp since most demos on YouTube seem to lean on the more metal sounds...I just need a versatile amp that sounds good and gets more of those "classic" tones. The rebate offer Vox has going right now helps as well...and North Coast Music has been selling them with brown grill cloth aftermarket mods so that was nice too. But it all comes down to tone, and from what I hear on this vid, it sounds pretty nice!
aquasloth 2 years ago
Hi aquasloth (great handle btw! lol) - the new VT's are very versatile, great fun, terrific value, and have great tone. You could do a lot worse! And the NCM mods look very nice (I much prefer a classic look with a cloth grill! - & they 'burn' all their amps in before sale & offer excellent service so I hear - shame they'e only US!) All the best for 2010.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Is it possible to use a BSM HS C Treble booster with VT50? I have used a BSM RPA Major with AC30 and some boss pedals and it killed the flanger and delay pedals. How will it affect a VT amp?
VlastaStevanovich 2 years ago
You can put any pedal in front of any amp - but the only way to find out if it sounds any good or not is to try it.
Voxman5 2 years ago
@Voxman5 It sounds great with AC30's tubes. But... I'm afraid of it damaging my VT50 just as it did with my pedals. Because treble boosters are made for tube amps. BTW as an owner of both AC30 and VT50 I can say that VT is a stunning piece of equipment. AC30 IMO still sounds better than VT on its AC30 setting. However, maybe my ears are just prejudiced. I've played to a friend through both amps without letting him see which one I was using, and he couldn't decide which one was better.
VlastaStevanovich 2 years ago
Moreover, he got it all wrong. On the clean channel he thought AC30 was VT50. On overdrive he said I was using the same amp twice to trick him. This doesn't have to mean anything, he is not a guitarist (he's a keyboard player) however, this means he wasn't biased in any way. No tube snobbery here :)
VlastaStevanovich 2 years ago
I can't see how a pedal could damage your amp. But if you're concerned, pop into the forum, post in the VT50 section & speak to our techies there.
Voxman5 2 years ago
@Voxman5 Here's what it says in the manual. "With the level control turned up to the max, the RPA Major delivers an output level of 8 volts (!!!), which can kill most modulation stompboxes with electronical CMOS switching like delay, chorus etc. that are connected after the RPA Major in the signal chain. So please only use the RPA Major with full level directly into your tube amp." It is a hornby and skewes Treble Booster like the one used by Ritchie Blackmore.
VlastaStevanovich 2 years ago
Sorry, but I'm not a techie & youtube isn't a discussion board. I've already directed you to post on forum if you need advice. There are folk there that can help you.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Im defiantly getting this amp, thank Voxman.
Jimi12365 2 years ago
Glad you liked the vid Jimi, & thanks for looking in.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Gettin this next week :D it's such an amazing amp really. At first my mind was set on a Roland Cube 30 or 60, but when I saw this one I completely changed my mind. Great demo man. keep rockin
SpenceHWF 2 years ago
Thanks Spence & hope you enjoy the amp.
Voxman5 2 years ago
ohh.. that´s a pitty ... , but.. where can i get that swich pedal?? it comes with the amp?? or i have to buy it apart ?
xino44 2 years ago
Separate item, from your Vox dealer
Voxman5 2 years ago
hi voxman5! can you make a video showing your swich pedal?? please , it would be great if you do it, great videos and demos! cheers!
xino44 2 years ago
'Fraid not xino44 - the VT30/VFS5 were only a loan & unfortunately had to be returned :(
Voxman5 2 years ago
Should I buy this or a Roland Cube 30X ? Thanks in advance.
NewMetallica 2 years ago
NM - That's like asking should you buy a Strat or a Les Paul. Depends entirely on your needs, playing style, budget, musical tastes, feature requirements etc - play both and buy what sounds & feels best to you. I nor anyone else can answer that for you. Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Thank you for your reply. I asked due to the fact that my nearest guitar shops are both seperately 40 kilometers from my house. Neither of them had both amps. But one long day and I tested them both in both shops. I decided to buy the Cube 30X by Roland. I already have more then enough effects on my effects pedal, and the metal tone really sounds great. Again thanks for your advice.
NewMetallica 2 years ago
Very good playing, well done. love that amp, its so versitile
Nylonica01 2 years ago
Thanks Nylonica01 - appreciate you looking in. Very versatile, & great tone/feel too. Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Very cool, thanks for the demos. Mine should arrive by this Friday, very excited to play with it.
andythefork 2 years ago
Hi Andy, glad you liked the demo's & congrats on your new arrival! Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Nice video.
Any chance of doing Santana with this amp?
piplime 2 years ago
or could you just tell me the settings? as I'll probebly buy this amp
piplime 2 years ago
Hi piptime, glad you enjoyed the vid. No more demos of the VT30 I'm afraid - it was only a loan & I had to return it quite a while back. Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Great video. Could you tell me what pickup selection were you using on this demo? Sounds great. How do you like the custom 24? What pickups are those? Thanks.
Ryanenski 2 years ago
Thanks Ryanenski, glad you liked it. The Cu24 is a lovely well made guitar. I bought it especially for live use as it saves me changing between my Les Paul Custom & Fender Strat, & string changes are easy. I chose the 5 way rotary rather than the push-pull/toggle switch, as the single-coil tones are more Strat like. P/ups are stock. Bridge: HFS, neck: Vintage, but with the nicer zebra p/up covers. I used various positions, but can't recall which went with each bit, sorry.
Voxman5 2 years ago
hi voxman i have a brian may guitar would the vt50 be better than a marshall avt amp i only play at home regards dave
evh6505 2 years ago
Hi evh6505 - with built in effects & 22 amp models including the Vox BM (Brian May) model, the VT50 will be much, much more versatile than the Marshall, plus it has some great Marshall models anyway including the Marshall Jubilee. Seems a no-brainer to me! Best, Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
looks like iam going to grab a ad60vt blue one hopefully better than the new vt50
evh6505 2 years ago
Hello! I like your stuff. I got a question about a Valvetronix when it comes to recording. I'm play on a Gibson Les Paul Standard, and I have a Valvetronix, but I'm not sure of the model or anything, but it has an output. I got a couple of some fairly nice condenser mics that I use for vocal recording. I also use a PreSonus Firestudio to record. I was curious if maybe micing the amp is more effective than just plugging it in to the amp, and what are your thoughts on recording? Thanks!
brinkleyalex 2 years ago
Thanks Brink. I personally prefer miking an amp but you need a decent mike such as a Sure SM57. It also gives you more variation depending on mike positioning - how far away the mike is and whether its off axis i.e. how far away from the speaker centre. But try both direct and miked and see which you prefer.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Txs a lot!, your reviews are very usefull and complete!. I´m a Beatle cover guitar player from Argentina, and I`m sure now!, I´m gonna buy a Vox VT. Just one more thing.. what do you think abut the VT 15?, could it be loud enough for more than a practice?. txs, again (sorry about my english, it sucks!)
leobeat66 2 years ago
Hi Leo - I'd suggest the VT30 as a minimum. It's 10" speaker gives better tone (fuller, with more vintage feel) compared to the 8" speaker in the VT15 (even at the same volume), it has more clean head room, and more volume means it's better suited for small gigs & band practices. For the price difference you have much more flexibility and 'future-proofing' from the amp to adapt to your needs. The VT15 is great for home use but beyond that your options are much more restricted.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Yes!, you´re right, so, I´m gonna buy the vt 30. Txs again for your reply!
leobeat66 2 years ago
have you tried playing on a peavey vypyr 30? what do you think about peavey's new modeling amp?
jake23fj 2 years ago
On the +ve side I found the Vypyrs better for metal, with more effect control, user patches, better floorcontrol capability than the VT's & a sensibly priced controller. On the -ve side, I was unimpressed with its poor build quality, worrying reliability reports, & it's let down badly by poor speakers. For all the techy hype, they have a tinny, more digital tone. The modeling quality, warmth, tube feel & punch are lacking. Bells & whistles, Vypyr wins. Tone, punch, feel:-the VT's win by a mile!
Voxman5 2 years ago
I would point you to another amp to try - the Laney Prism. This is their 1st ever modeling amp. Prices are very keen.They don't have as many amp models, & only a 4 patch memory. However, Laney knows about amps & tone (I have a VC30) & has concentrated on the most important stuff & tonally they are supposed to be very good indeed with good quality speakers (Seventy 80 in the P65) and built in tuner in all 3 versions (lacking in the VT's & Vypyr30). I'm hoping to try one myself this weekend.
Voxman5 2 years ago
oh yeah i've seen that laney prism on my local guitar shop nearby. havent tried it yet. I never thought it would compete with Vox and Laney tone-wise. Anyway, I think I have to try it before deciding to buy any of the previous two next week. thanks for your inputs.
jake23fj 2 years ago
jake - re this & your other post - you're absolutely right mate....you MUST try gear yourself & go for what fits your needs. My opinions are irrelevant - it's YOUR hard earned money, YOUR ears, & what YOU want that counts! If the SS amp & Zoom does it for you, then the simple adage is: 'if it ain't broke, don't fix it'.
Voxman5 2 years ago
i tried both the vt30 and the vypyr30 yesterday. and like you said, the vt30, tone-wise, is hands down the clear winner... it gave me no option but to buy it :)... i just wish it has an autowah instead of the other effects that i think no one would ever use. vyper has an autowah and a tuner.
jake23fj 2 years ago
Hi Jake - told you didn't I! The vypyr has more bells & whistles but sounds tinny in comparison. You can always add an external effect such as an autowah - but you can't add good tone when it's not there! Enjoy your new VT30. Best, Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
hey Rich, this is my second day tweaking, experimenting and playing my new vt30 and you know what I found a p/u setting on my new ibanez electric guitar (w/c i bought with the vt30) which approximates an acoustic guitar tone (using boutique cl setting). im truly enjoying this amp. thanks.
jake23fj 2 years ago
Cool Jake - glad you're enjoying it! I wouldn't mind a little VT30 myself as a compact light weight all-in one amp for smaller rehearsals - it would really save me carrying gear! Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Another concern of mine is that these two amps doesnt offer any acoustic guitar simulation. a feature that I really need for type of music Im playing. I currently use a solid state amp and a zoom effects. Do you have a setting on vox that will probably get near the sound of an acoustic guitar?. thanks
jake23fj 2 years ago
No - if you want that feature you need an amp that provides it, or you need an external accoustic simulator effect.
Voxman5 2 years ago
thanks mate. I'll get back on you next week and tell you which of the amp I decided to buy. Right now im still leaning towards the Vox...
jake23fj 2 years ago
Yes, you can. See page 22 of the manual, headed Effects, for a table of the effect choices available. Chorus & delay, compressor & chorus, and octave & chorus are the three dual effects. Other single effects are delay, tape echo, chorus, flanger, phaser, rotary, tremolo, and pitch. The global reverb can be selected with any of these.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Yes, the attenuator works very well with good tone.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Great Video!!
electroharmonix 2 years ago
Thanks EH, glad you liked it & appreciate you looking in.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Damn design8r, I was hoping no one would notice they were listening to my Laney VC30-210 instead of the Vox VT30. No wonder it sounded so good! LOL. Seriously, you're most definitely hearing the VT30! For the 2nd vid I moved the amp nearer the camera so I could lower the volume a little for improved sound quality-it's out of picture as it was on a cabinet to the left next to my AD120VTX that you can just see to the left of the Laney. You also can't see my Marshall under the Laney extn cab.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Actually, the main reason for the amp move was that during the first vid, my VC30-210 was with Laney for a guarantee repair (the input jacks had gone) so I could put the VT30 on the Laney extn cab. In the 2nd vid my repaired Laney was returned (thank you Laney!) and back in its place - so I took the opportunity to put the VT30 on the book cabinet I mentioned.
Voxman5 2 years ago
again a great demo of the amps most of us would want to use or have in our arsenal thanks VM
gykoftl 2 years ago
Thanks gykoftl - appreciate you looking in.
Voxman5 2 years ago
really good taste like the other vid
your videos are great !
cheers!
faunoram 2 years ago
Hi faunoram - glad you enjoyed it & thank you for looking in.
Voxman5 2 years ago
I hope to do some more vids before the end of the year with the new Vox Night Train and the Vox AC4TVH and 1x12 cab. Might also do some more better quality vids with my AD120VTX (EQ/BBE Sonic Stomp in FX loop) including cleans & effects. No more VT30 vids I'm afraid, as it was only a loan & sadly I had to give it back.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Got It !! Thanks a lot.
roland30x 2 years ago
is it possible without the banked sounds to go from distorted to a clean sound?
dannyjax 2 years ago
Hi danny - yes - using guitar volume roll off. See me doing this in my jazzfunk rockout vid.
Voxman5 2 years ago
For Get Back by the Beatles. I should have added
roland30x 2 years ago
THAT amp, and THAT guitar = VERSATILITY
chuecco 2 years ago
Thanks! Great Video. I was thinking of buying one of these amps. You have convinced me. In the second solo where you play in the open position. What are the chords you use.
roland30x 2 years ago
Thanks roland - glad you enjoyed it. The two chords in the middle of the solo are just open G & D. Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Am I mistaken, or do I see a Cinema 4D box on your book shelf?
hutgm 2 years ago
You're mistaken - I've never heard of cinema 4D I'm afraid.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Great review Voxman..and you look like if you are enjoying yourself. A great thing to see on this "youtube-robots" era. I will be buying the Amp within the next few days. your review has been very helpful and insightful. thanks Keep doing what You are Doing.
BOOACOSTA 2 years ago
Nice demo, I have a VOX vt-50, great amps, much better sounding than the Line6.
Just to be picky, by the time the Beatles recorded Get Back they were using Silver face Fender Twins...........
Cheers
zordakAU 2 years ago 2
I know Zorda - it's just an amp demo.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Thanks for the review. I am about to sell my old AD15VT and for either the new VT15 and VT30. I am not playing in a band or anything (just playing at home mostly), but I was wondering if the VT30 really has much over the VT15? Both have the switch on the back to turn down the volume now correct? Because that wasn't present in the last AD15VT models, only the AD30VT or above.
00SoldierofFortune00 2 years ago
Hi SOF - the VT30 has more volume, more clean headroom, & a bigger 10" speaker. Personally, I wouldn't get less than the VT30.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Hey Voxman, I really like the sound of this amp, but will it be loud enough for gigs?
Thanks
Tom
Freeptom 2 years ago
Hi Freeptom - Depends on how loud you play, size of venue, & whether you're miking up to the PA. If you play fairly loud and are not miking up, the VT50 will likely suit you better - plus it has a 12" speaker as compared to 10" in the VT30. If you are not a loud band, play small venues and/or mike up, the VT30 has the advantage of smaller size, less weight, and a brighter tone from the 10" speaker.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Thanks Voxman! Great help and awesome videos!
Freeptom 2 years ago
Dude. I purchased a VT50 a couple months ago and have found the amp to be way more than I ever anticipated. I spend hours experimenting with all the settings and have yet to settle on more than three settings I use with regularity. It would be a big help to know some exact settings for specific sounds, especially created by members. You really need to update your website to include some VT series setups from your members.
teegee1952 2 years ago
Hi Teegee - yup, these are very versatile amps with a wealth of tonal possibilities. The update to include VT patches is in hand, but there are some technical issues to resolve. In the meantime, have a look on the official Vox discussion forum where I think Vox has a patch section for the VT.
Voxman5 2 years ago
wow great video dude!! I never see your video before I just saw another demo of the VT30 and I purchased one! And this, confirm that the VT30 is a really great amp ;-) And I love your playing this is important on the vid amp demo I think :)
ImMike1415 2 years ago
Hi ImMike - thanks for looking in and the kind comments. Hope you're enjoying the VT30.
Voxman5 2 years ago
Thanks for the fantastic demo. This amp seems to be exactly what I'm looking for. However, just one thing. I know you're not a metal player, but how would you rate the metal sounds?
chaza1001 2 years ago
Oh, and one more thing. Would I be any better off getting the VT50?
chaza1001 2 years ago
Thanks Chaza - I think the high gain amp models are very good, but they are not uber high gain, so don't expect driving low-end uber-metal - especially with a small 8" or 10" speaker. Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
Thanks. I'm not really a metal player myself, but sometimes it's fun to stick the gain all the way up and let off some steam :P
chaza1001 2 years ago
Excellent demo. At which position was your pickup selector on the PRS?
jeffledbetter 2 years ago
Thanks Jeff - various, depending on the track, but I can't specifically recall I'm afraid.
Voxman5 2 years ago
hi mate, how will that amp go with my les paul? also what are the song presets on these new vt's? cheers mate..
fretboarder 2 years ago
Hi fretbender - it will sound great with a LP or any guitar. You can load down the Vox manual from the Vox website for a list of the song pre-sets. Most are very good but it depends on your guitar & fingers as always!
Voxman5 2 years ago
thanks for the info mate il take a look..
fretboarder 2 years ago
Hey man ! Your help has been very good for me! I am going to buy this amp but i am struggling with myself with one question.. Can I use the VT30 to practice in my bedroom with a capable volume and good sound ?
Thanks !!
TehTiba 2 years ago
Hi Teh Tiba - yup, easily - it's ideal for bedroom use - first it has a headphone socket, and second you can turn the power-selector at the back down. I've got the big AD120VTX with an AD212 extn cab, & I can even turn that right down to 1watt for late night practice! Rich
Voxman5 2 years ago
NICE MAN !!! Thanks a LOT !
Now I will buy this amp for sure!
Thank you really much Voxman!
TehTiba 2 years ago
Nice playing, it sounds really good. This may sound generic and narrow minded but can this amp do heavy metal stuff like Pantera, Late Dream Theater etc.?
hughh20 2 years ago
The VT100 has an FX loop & 2x12 speakers - with an EQ in the FX loop to enhance bass response, most definitely yes. The VT50 with a single 12" speaker but no FX loop - maybe. But the VT15/30 only have 8" & 10" speakers respectively, & IMHO you'll struggle to get those very bass heavy driven tones simply because of the speaker and cab size limitations. Dream Theatre & Pantera use full size stacks - regardless of modelling quality you can't emulate that driving bass with a single small speaker.
Voxman5 2 years ago
thanks a lot man
hughh20 2 years ago
I've been looking for an amp and I think the 2 demos you did sold me on this. Will the VT50 be loud enough to hear over drums? And has anyone used a Tube Screamer with this amp?
killphilvol1 2 years ago
cool demo. i'm looking for a small combo and considering this amp
tonemeister3 2 years ago
Hi tonemeister, thanks for dropping in. You could do a lot worse than the VT30 - try one & see how you get on!
Voxman5 2 years ago
Rock on Voxman! Love your demos, thanks for doing these :)
aizentube 2 years ago
Hey! your videos were very helpful and helped me decide to buy this amp.
Trorior 2 years ago