Vox - Valvetronix VT40X - 40W Modeling Guitar Amplifier - Black

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In the main modulation section, the chorus stands up well against analogue pedals, while the flanger is the closest I've heard to an Electro-Harmonix Electric Mistress for a long time. While not entirely accurate, the rotary effect is nice, too. The unproblematic phaser and tremolo do pretty much as you'd expect.

The AD15VT follows a "chrome" theme, in fact, one magazine ad campaign from Vox used the theme, "Go Chrome or Go Home." Chrome plated Vox logos and a chrome plated steel grill highlighted this theme.While the preamp is digital, this digitally controlled analogue part of the amp adds significant warmth and dynamics, which is still difficult to capture in the digital domain.

Other old favourites such as Boutique OD (based on a Dumble) and a Double Rectifier have more dynamic range, with a sweeter, more detailed top-end that comes almost uncomfortably close to the real thing. The effects are equally impressive, with a choice of 12 onboard modulations, delays, reverbs, overdrives and distortions, as well as a handy noise reduction. The amp makes the right sounds at sensible levels, and it's adjustable enough to do some serious tone shaping without making life complicated. It has a rather less loose‑sounding bass end than the AD30VT that I still use, and I preferred its general tonality to that of the VT30 model, which I found sounded a hint 'unyielding'. This hybrid physical modelling, valve and solid-state design, presented in a classic AC30-style format, aims to offer the best of all possible worlds. How far does it succeed?

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The 33 preset programs (which expand to 60 when using the editor/librarian software) fully harness the capabilities of the VT20X and VT40X. Among these presets, you'll find several signature sounds of illustrious guitarists, allowing you to instantly invoke the iconic guitar tones from your favourite songs. Naturally, you're free to edit these programs according to your taste and store up to eight of your personal sounds. Optional footswitch DELUXE CL、TWEED 4×10、VOX AC30、BOUTIQUE OD、VOX AC30TB、BRIT 800、BRIT OR MKII、DOUBLE REC、BOUTIQUE CL、BRIT 1959、BOUTIQUE METAL EFFECTS: The AD15VTis not loud enough for gigging, but it is a very versatile practice amp. Thepower amp level control that allows you to reduce the output wattage of the power amp that is common to the AD30VT, AD50VT, and AD100VT is not included in the AD15VT. The incredible sound quality you'll experience with the VT40X is driven by VET (Virtual Elements Technology). Instead of simply imitating the final output of the original amplifier, VET dives deeper, modelling right down to the intricate details of components and circuits. This way, VET faithfully mirrors the distinctive features of the original amp in its most authentic form. Multi-stage tube amp

The Vox VT20X is not just another guitar amp. It's a comprehensive tool that offers guitarists a full palette of sounds and tones. From the clarity of high tones to the depth of lows, this amp ensures that every note you play resonates with precision and quality. The incredible sound quality you'll experience with the VT20X is driven by VET (Virtual Elements Technology). Instead of simply imitating the final output of the original amplifier, VET dives deeper, modelling right down to the intricate details of components and circuits. This way, VET faithfully mirrors the distinctive features of the original amp in its most authentic form. Multi-stage tube amp While modelling amps have yet to equal the amplifiers they set out to imitate (in terms of feel as well as sound), they're getting closer all the time. The Valvetronix comes closer than most, no doubt due to its ingenious hybrid design, which features a miniature valve power stage followed by a pair of 60W solid-state amplifiers. I found it much easier to get a usable and believable sound than I did from my old Line 6 Flextone combo, but then the Flextone is now quite an old design, and was also very much cheaper than the Valvetronix. The design of the 50 watt hybrid Valvetronix amplifier circuit remained unchanged from the AD50VT. Apower level control allowed one to adjust the output wattage of the power amp from 1 to 50 watts so that you can obtain overdriven power amp distortion even at low output levels. The AD50VT follows a "chrome" theme, in fact, one magazine ad campaign from Vox used the theme, "Go Chrome or Go Home." Chrome plated Vox logos and a chrome plated steel grill highlighted this theme.

The AD50VTis loud enough for full band use. The Celestion 70-80 12"speaker can offer traditional British clean or overdriven tones. Arear panel power amp level control allows you to reduce the output power of the AD50VTall the way from 50 watts to one watt. Whether you choose to use the effects, use your own pedals, or process after recording using plug‑ins, this little amp works really well in the studio, particularly if you're prepared to use a mic, rather than go for the DI option — though the latter doesn't sound bad if you need to keep the levels down. Everything about the Valvetronix is extremely intuitive. It utilises familiar guitar-amp controls (Gain, Volume, Treble, Middle, Bass, Presence and Master volume), augmented by a rotary Amp Type selector switch, plus dedicated effects sections that each have controls very similar to what you'd expect on a simple stomp box. To the right of this area on the control panel is the modulation effects section, where Chorus, Flanger, Phaser, Tremolo or Rotary effects can be chosen. These have Speed and Depth controls, with the option of controlling Speed via the external pedal, if connected. When the Rotary effect is being controlled in this way, the speed ramps up and down gradually, as it does with the real thing. The line output is fed through an integral speaker simulator. Unfortunately, I found that it didn't sound nearly as nice as the speakers, being thinner and a little buzzy. Even readjusting the EQ wasn't a complete solution. I also had problems with ground-loop hum as soon as I connected the amp into my mixer, so my conclusion is that the best way to record this amplifier is to mic it up. This is reasonably convenient, given the choice of power settings; even the 2W setting produces a powerful sound, with no loss of character. The Sound