All user reviews for the Vox AD30VT

See more reviews
Good for the power limiter, which can boost a little mini lamp without alienating the neighborhood as 30 watts are there
Special mention also to the gate, but in practical use subtly alter the risk of honest sound.
Lacks an effects loop for completeness.

UTILIZATION

The manual is fairly clear and pleasant. At first we did not take the head, turning the button presets and you play!
The configuration of effects is not very easy to use: in fact why not put three pots for adjustments? So it must be somewhat clever if you want to change with one hand. Just hit the chopper, and after it is no longer a problem too.
Only two user programs can be stored ... Too bad. But this is not the destiny of this amp to replace an entire multi effects. Something stupid, the Write key is too large, we tend to automatically support it, so we just want to change the program.
I will put that 8 / 10 because of these few points, otherwise the rest is fine.

SOUNDS

The amp models are all very correct. Lag Roxane Standard with my, I love the following channels:
- Shop CL
- AC30TB (the best in my opinion! Good sharp but respectful of the guitar, nice crunch)
- UK 80's, greasy, ideal for power chords
- NuMetal HiGain and are nice, but not free of defects.

The effects are well made and adds a good color without spending hours tweaking. My favorite: Tremolo / Reverb and Rotary / Reverb. The pressure with a reverb (especially audible with headphones). The delay is very nice, very easy to adjust thanks to the key "Tap". The Chorus, Flanger and Phaser troubleshoot well, nothing more. Overall we are in the same quality of sound that the Tonelab, with settings more intuitive (and that would be great if there were three pots!)

So summarize: the blues is that of happiness. For rock in general, Pink Floyd AC / DC is great (Raaah the UK80's!)! It is conceivable to push on to metal if you're not fussy about sound, it is still better to use an effects pedal properly.

EDIT 29/04/2008:
Replacement HP Celestion G10 Vintage by: one significantly improves the sound reproduction. I happily rediscovered some sounds clean with no other effect than a discrete or a slight reverb tremolo. Learn to play clean shot, because it also intends to further the player's fault!
I also had a return SAV: the sound would stop randomly after a few minutes of play according to the technician, the lamp was plugged in wrong on the one hand, and the power capacitor was defective. After repair, it works nickel!
Finally no pedal or multi effects on my AD30 (except a wah wah): It definitely does not, the sound is literally crushed by the modeling. It should really be considered as an amplifier "stand alone".
In conclusion, no decline or increase in the note!

OVERALL OPINION

In this price range, I tried several brands, Vox quickly (10 minutes!) Caught my attention. I use it for about a month, and I am very pleased overall. Very nice finish halfway between vintage and modern, versatile, go anywhere, good sound quality, powerful enough to play in the club, all for a price more than correct. In short, hard to beat such a quality / price ratio. So his biggest fault is that everyone ended up buying one!!

EDIT 29/04/2008
Since I played on some legendary amps, this little Vox, even with a good HP, lost a few points in my book. However I'm having still well above, it is more than enough apart (even a little too!) And the sound is still very nice, friendly, diverse, rock n'roll ...

Well everything has been said, modeling amp with lamp and so forth and so ...

I just said that I really like to have an effect completely customizable, unlike the Rolands, marshall and the con is you can just set a single parameter

And two banks is just a can, but I do not use 30,000 different sounds so me enough for me

For against my HP has blown after 3 years of use (I also play bass on it so ...)

UTILIZATION

At first the effects can be a pain in the ass to set up when the little box no description on hand, but a faith the habit while traveling

what I like about this amp is that despite that silk is used as a modeling amp at normal settings, no menus to lengthen it as I do not know what the fenders or pods. .. Here we choose the amp you turn the knobs and turn played

SOUNDS

The sounds are convincing in all, I just wish that the simulation marshall plexi (uk70) silk a little too dull when it is done to saturate my taste, the effects are quality (at least for a little amp in this range) is hot enough, and more or less dynamic

on the other hand is more for rock, blues ect .. that the extreme music ...

the reducing power is nice to play in his room

HP is the weak point ... shame

Well obviously with the experience we are well aware that it has not the presence and dynamics of a light amplifier, the sound does not spring from the amp as you want, it is especially obvious when we play solos on the high notes (well I am a severe can the same, I'm quibbling, these are problems related to modeling in general)

I said that I play for a while on an all-tube amp, so my opinion is influenced in

OVERALL OPINION

This is an amp that I recommend to all beginners and all musicians who want to play a wide repertoire without taking the lead, I find that the level is higher than competitors line6 and Roland, in the category small affordable amp c ' is the top, now I long so I would do better not have that choice, but under the conditions and I bought it I would do again in a heartbeat.

All adjacent t said on this point is filled with an amp in connections, it lacks an effects loop.

UTILIZATION

- The configuration is it simple?

Yes, just turn the knobs until the sound DSIR. Rglages only a tiny bit complicated are the Edit 2 and 3, but the manual is in charge of explaining a marvel.

- Gets it easy to sound good?

Yes and no. It is easy to get it sound good, given the quality of the amp, but not the sound. This is not a criticism, but because there are so many options that are a lot of good sound. With 11 amp simulations and effects 11, it takes time to go around ^ ^ Anyway, there are many sound we were looking after a while. You can also find the sounds on the site Vzlvetronix ( http://www.valvetronix.net/preset/DA15/AD15-30-50-100/model_1_date_4.html ) , which can be very useful!

- The manual is clear and sufficient?

Yes, there really is no need, leave as I said above for rglages Edit 2 and Edit 3. Both dernires pages of manuals contain several times the design of the instrument panel of the amp, rglages to remember that we did.

SOUNDS

- Is it your style of music?

Yes, and I think it suits all styles of music. The only one I'm not sure would be for the metal. Even if it has an amp call "numetal" as I do not practice that kind of music I do not really know. Perhaps it should be to look at the XL series in this case. If not for what I play, that is to say the Blues at the Hard Rock, it is perfect, and the sound I was looking for!

- With what (s) guitar (s) / low (s) or effect (s) do you play?

Here is my layout:

Guitar (Fender Mexican Start HSS) -> Multi-Effect (Korg AX3G, which I use mainly tuner) -> Wha Wha (Dunlop Cry Baby) -> Amp.
I am more than satisfied with this provision, it would certainly more than a effects loop in the amp to test alternative arrangements.

- What kind of sound you get and with what rglages ("crystalline", "bold ",....)?

We can get all the sounds, but here's what I set for my 2 channel:

Channel 1: Clean sound, at once powerful, slamming and incisive.
Channel 2: Between the Crunch and Overdrive, I do not know how the dcrire but it's the sound I always wanted.

I think love all the sounds, even if there is a lot I do not like such as "numetal" or "US Higain".

OVERALL OPINION

- How long have you use it?

I use it for 6 months and I've never had a problem with!

- What is the particular feature you like best and least?

What I like most: his Polivalente
What I like least: ... to say something ... there is no effects loop.

- Have you tried many other models before acqurir?

Yes, I tried the competition in Marshall and Line 6. I would like to try the DFX SERIES Hughes & Kettner, but I have not had the opportunity. I do not know how it is compared to that of, but it outperforms the others.

- With the exprience, you do again this choice? ...

J'hsiterais with a tube amp, even if they are more expensive. But the fact that there is a power attnuateur Intgr that allows to play with good sound at home, even when I am look for some vox.

Everything has already been said!

UTILIZATION

The manual is well done.
Like any guitar amp, it takes time to find good settings ...

SOUNDS

I play (I try ...) mainly blues.
Difficult to play loud and clear with this amp. It saturates quickly quelquesoit modeling chosen.
Sounds more or less saturated are correct.
I did not find Jazz sounds convincing (despite my rather versatile Godin ...) or when low volume!
The effects are well done (settings quite tedious, but doable nonetheless ...).
Major flaw: the bass and midrange are very poor when the volume is mounted slightly (change the dish or opt for the XL model with its 12-inch HP!)

Changes in November 2008: I go back a little on what I said.
Always with my Godin LG now equipped with D'Addario strings to 11/50 mesh dish, I can get some nice jazz sounds reasonable amount to work alone ... (Example: http://www.valvetronix.net/preset/jazz/for-godin-lg-hmb/details_930.html ). It's less beautiful, but it still happens when I play with my partner Thurs He plays accordion and believe me chorusser "above" you have to push the amp!

Edit December 2008: refined settings, buying a amp stand ... Sounds much more satisfactory, including high volume (knowing that this is only a 30 W transistor, do not ask him too!).

OVERALL OPINION

Used for 2 years (not excessively, as I play more acoustic), I think this device fulfills its function amp booster or work for a game rather than rock but also jazz. Somewhat limited in its clear to the repeated group ...
Sufficient quality to consider to keep it!

Does everything said.

UTILIZATION

Manuel was not so clear, but effective.
The configuration is not too complicated.


SOUNDS

I should everything. Trs gnral good sounds. Super crunch (AC15 and AC30), clearly more than adequate, good distos trs (UK70, 80, shop) except those too heavy / metal (a little soft), but I play with a jr Lespaul with 1p90 (QED). Good effects but not yet mastered self wha ... follow.

OVERALL OPINION

I tried many equivalents MODELS is the best. I Rasht without hsitation (but manufactured. It is versatile and plutt ax 60, 70's. It suits me. I play the electro rock / new wave (everything) and it makes me want to beef up my game

A transistor amplifier equipped with the valve reactor VOX's supposed to warm up the lamp so.

Both say the lamp is on for the marketing ...

The amp is a numerical modeling

It is 30W and has two programmable channels.

It is equipped with an HP 10 "vox not great but does the job.

Note an interesting headphone jack and the ability to use a footswitch to change presets and activate / select the effect Inactive

UTILIZATION

The configuration is not easy according to the simulation, however, remaining soft on the EQ and do not always push the gain 10on doing pretty well.

The digital board effeets are not exactly terrible, but not really necessary either, it's a good way to test different effects at low cost

SOUNDS

Simulations with the quality it offers (the overdrive react to the attack and volume knob, it is far from Roland Cube sounding like the guitar or whatever the game), it is easy to find the sound that goes well (clean, OD or distortion rock, see metal)

After it is dedicated for use at home (already too powerful for such use but manageable), it is rough-volume repeat because of its low HP.

OVERALL OPINION

For use at home can do it, but for my part I sold it for quite some time. Even if the models are real, they are still a bit cold (it's not the cata either).

Since I came back on numerical modeling Vox (Korg actually) via Pandora, which is ideal for me to play with headphones at home without making a sound (listen to a song in MP3 at the same time).

Modeling amp, everything is already said about the specifications.

UTILIZATION

Emulated amps are rather heterogeneous which allows for a wide range of different sounds. Easily recognized some famous amps which can easily tweak the settings. It is rather simple to understand and use.
As for cons-effects: the setting of each of the 11 effects is via a single knob and two buttons that you must play to change the settings (for example, if you set the delay effect: following the buttons held, The knob adjusts the number of repetitions, the time delay, or the mix effect). You will have to keep your manual with you if you want to know how to tune each effect if (like me) you have a memory of goldfish. If not, you should just default settings that are rather off-putting: Vox programmed default settings that make sound effects to the cartoon: personal, I was put off at first and I did not use the any effects until I take the time to refine the settings manually with the knob mysterious "Swiss knife".

For those who hesitate (as I hesitated) between the new version VoxVT30 the price of this new and this Vox AD30VT-hand, here are some guidelines:
- The new version twice as many effects and amps. For me, 11 amps is too many and I only use three of the 11 effects rested on the old version. After that, it's up to you.
- The new version has a separate reverb knob system selection effect: big advantage because it is not possible to link two effects (self-whawha with reverb for example) on the AD30VT (relativize: vox still dedicated to coupling a tremolo effects and a reverb for example). The reverb is separate I think the big advantage of the new version.
- The AD30VT has only two memories: ie you can save your settings (amp + effects and their parameters refined) to keep two of your favorite sounds. The new version has more memory slots, giving it an advantage.
- A guy told me that the sounds of the new version was more realistic ... Personally, I felt no difference ...
For my part, I found the AD30VT used 100 euros to the sell of my neighborhood and I do not regret.

SOUNDS

Here are emulated amps (according to what is said on the net and that means easy for some of them):

- Shop Clean - Dumble
- Black - Fender Twin Reverb
- Tweed - Fender Bassman
- AC15 Vox AC15
- AC30TB: Vox AC30 top boost channel wth.
- UK70's - Marshall Super Lead Plexi
- Uk80's - Marhsall JCM800
- Modern UK - Marshall JCM2000 DSL
- Nu Metal - Mesa / Boogie Dual Recto
- US High Gain - Soldano SLO100
- Boutique OD - Dumble OD Special

Personally, I like blues rock and am in love with the sound of the Bassman 57 (turn up the gain is hot) and Dumble in overdrive (for endless solos).
I have not had the pleasure of testing these amps legend true, but I think the minutes of a simulation can not yet match that of a real amp. The proof that none of the 11 sounds of the Vox I admit when I face up to my Peavey Classic30: A tube amp that has its own sound for him but I get a lot more out nuances of my next game and the momentum is incomparable.

OVERALL OPINION

I really like my Peavey Classic 30 that I use to repeat's and representations (that is a big word ). But impossible to use at home to work. The Vox knob with his power reduction allows me to have a very decent sound at low volume. I greatly appreciate having many sonic possibilities because it allows me to experiment with different styles and varied.

The 30w Vox's seem a little weak for use in a group but still enough to exploit it in rehearsal at the time.

In short: great amp to work at home and experiment with styles. For group play with a bassist "talkative" and drummer "On", then you should probably another amp.

Hybrid amplifier with 30W attenuator
- Ten amp simulation
- Reverb, delay, chorus, phaser, wah
- Equa: bass, mid, treble
- Volume and gain

UTILIZATION

Simple configuration for which the choice of amplifier, gain, volume, equa. Many possible configurations.

The adjustment effect is more complex as is possible with two buttons I think.

Easy to achieve good sound anyway, especially with the power attenuator.

SOUNDS

It happens to have a lot of sounds with the simulation:
- Nice clean sounds, although far from a fender blues junior or a Vox AC15.
- The crunch: it works well on all that is Marshall.
- Distortion: bof for all that is high gain.
I use mainly clean and with the marshall.

I find it very low and suddenly the sound is "dark". Difficult to get crystal clear sound. Likely that the speaker is there for something and my little playroom

I also find that push a little volume allows for a more "homogeneous", if the bass predominate.

Tested with a lag roxanne RS1000 and a schecter 006.

OVERALL OPINION

I tried a lot of models in the same price range and it is true that it was not bad.

Today for the same price range (about 300 €) we find all low-power lamps and I can not do it again the same choice. Indeed, while the sound of a lamp is incomparable, especially with speakers of the same size as the VT30.

The advantage of the hybrid for me is to have a wide range of sounds, with adjustable volume. And no messy cables between the pedals, ... For home, while the 15W lamp above is redundant (the marshall class 5 (5W) is too powerful for use in apartment ...).

Nothing more to add -> see more opinions. I just wish that the HP is only 10 "not 12" like on the XL version but right after it personal <img class="smiley" src="/images/audiofanzine/interface/smileys/icon_wink.gif" alt="" /> So 9 / 10 ...!

UTILIZATION

Very simple: you plug, <span style="text-decoration: line-through;">you play,</span> not you wait until the lamp heater <img class="smiley" src="/images/audiofanzine/interface/smileys/icon_biggrin.gif" alt="" /> and you play ... you get the outset sound good, basic. After a few weeks or few months we can get the sound. No need for manual (in fact I did not ...) After level effect is more complex, a little more complex to get sound to look for 5 minutes. Do not forget the power level that is magical and effectiveness since I have my neighbors love me! Bon bah with that is the 9 / 10 ...!

SOUNDS

The good things we are tackling the serious with the training you can really do ANYTHING, blues, metal ... it is really at home anywhere. on the other hand when I say metal is not the black because then he will miss potato. Good first point Line6 forget: his cold, peeling characteristics of the guitar ... not what worries here: a hot, high-class simulations. I want to say also that those who make sounds just because a clear intro needs: the XL should probably better, more wicked amp simulations <img class="smiley" src="/images/audiofanzine/interface/smileys/icon_lol.gif" alt="" /> . What can I say ... with 11 amps was clear that seeks SOUND, SOUND fat you want, and ALMOST SOUND metal nag. It remains in excellent ie 9 / 10 ...!

OVERALL OPINION

I tried many amps (Line6 I not loved, I loved Kustom, Vox AD15VT very well but no power level ... and many more ...) bah I did not hesitate long: time for a phone call: "Dad can you pick me?" (Yeah because 10 km walk with it on the back ... I destroyed my physio!) I think in this price range there is NO BETTER ... it loud and clear ... well bah ... I put 10/10! <img class="smiley" src="/images/audiofanzine/interface/smileys/icon_biggrin.gif" alt="" />

Amp modeling, transistor preamp with 12AX7 tube, 30 watts, 30 watts true that crushes the MGX marshall 50 watts no problem. You have 11 amp models with Vox in mythical or otherwise (roughly 4 for the clean and distortion remains after the gain) and some effects (reverb, chorus, flanger, tremolo, etc. ...).

A single guitar input connector, a footswitch input, 1 output line / headphone.
there is a knob on the back that serves as a master to adjust the power depending on the size of the room where we play.

UTILIZATION

you turn the volume pot and it works (after the heating time of the lamp of course).
2 preset recordable.
You have to read a little French manual for how to edit effects, but otherwise it's simple.
Cons must be set by its effect before each song because it keeps only a single effect you can bypass with footswitch.

SOUNDS

Style rock to rock, metal crunch, there will be the sound you want.
Modeling synth sounds pretty certain sound, it must look a bit to adjust so that it no longer sounding synth.

OVERALL OPINION

We must think the footswitch is optional and it is worth 30 €, but the price / quality ratio is very good for an amp of this type. It can be used again, at home or in a small quiet coffee concert, he goes everywhere.

Hybrid Amplifier (12 AX7 pre-amp and amp transistor)
A footswitch input (vfs2) and a headphone
Power 30 W (watts good!)
11 different amp simulations and varied
11 effects, some of which matched
gain, volume, treble and medium bass, master ...
Knob of a level for the output power I will come back later ...


UTILIZATION

easy setup, we chose a model and the desired effects, was adjusted in at noon and adjusted thereafter, the manual is clear, it does help for small additional settings (noise reductor, bypass etc ...)

get a good sound is easy, and with good quality

SOUNDS

it's a little "Swiss Army knife" can play almost everything, for addicted to metal rather choose the XL version is a bit more pointed in this direction



OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 3 years he has been transformed since (head + cab and adding the effects loop which is sorely lacking!) a small link to see what we can learn http://www.forum- guitare.fr/transformation-combo-vox-ad30vt-t11618.html

unfortunate that there are only 2 possible storage in the memory

knob of the power level is an essential asset, you can play from 1 to 30 W with the same grain, it's fun, it can play in his room or repeating (he has many voices, is not a concern for group play)
the headphone is also of happiness because everything is in this output embraqué

the new series is out (VT30) that allows to find not too AD30VT Cherose
a good opportunity? , Jump on it!

Originally written by YannaY_5962 on Audiofanzine FR.

Hybrid amp (preamp with 12AX7 tube, solid-state amp)
One footswitch input, one headphones output
30 watts (real watts)
11 amp simulations
11 effects (some dual effects)
Gain, volume, treble, mid, bass, master controls
Level control to adjust the output power (see below)...


UTILIZATION

Easy to use: just select an amp model and the desired effects, set all controls at the center and start adjusting from there. The manual is clear and will help you fine tune (noise reduction, bypass, etc.)

You can get a good sound easily


SOUNDS

It's a swiss army knife: you can play almost anything. If you are a metal freak, you'd better choose the XL version.



OVERALL OPINION

I've been using it for three years. The product has been upgraded since I bought it (head + speaker cabinet, FX loop added). How does it sound? Here is a link: https://www.forum-guitare.fr/transformation-combo-vox-ad30vt-t11618.html

Only two memory locations.

The level control is a great feature: you can adjust the output power from 1 to 30 watts keeping the same gain level. This means you can play in your bedroom or with your band with the same sound.
The amp also sounds very good with a pair of headphones.

There's a new version out (VT30) so you can probably find the AD30VT for a few bucks.
Don't hesitate!

This is a modeling combo amp, a digital one, made by Vox. It has a tube pre-amp, which is what Vox would have you believe makes it sound just like a Tube amp. It's not, though. Don't believe them. The tube output is what makes a tube amp sound like a tube amp. This has a 30 watt circuit. There are eleven different amp models as well as eleven effects. There are two programmable channels of customized sounds that can be controlled with a footswtich (sold seperately). There are controls for gain, volume, bass, middle, treble, presence, and effects, which range from reverb (3 different kinds) to delay, tremolo, chorus, flanger, and a few combinations of effects.

UTILIZATION

Getting a good sound out of this amp is actually quite difficult. Like most modeling amps, this one is great for getting a lot of different types of tones. However, most of the amp models are quite limited in their application. That is, they aren't very flexible, unlike a tube amp, which will respond differently to differences in dynamics, pickups, pedals, etc. The manual will explain how to use the effects, but it will still be difficult. I actually find it quite difficult to control the effects to this day, even after having gone over it in the manual several times.

SOUNDS

The sounds on this amp have a wide variety of ranges, but none of them are particularly great. They do imitate everything from on old Roland Jazz Chorus to a Vox AC30, to a Marshall tube stack, to a boutique high-gain amp, but none of them really are all that fantastic sounding. The closest one would have to be the AC30 but that's to be expected as it's made by Vox. I think that that sound is the only one I tend to use, as it has been more than applicable to most of my needs, from rock to blues and such. The effects on this amp are also pretty weak, to be honest, since they are pretty generic-sounding and have limited flexibility (and what flexibility they do have is difficult to achieve, because of the aforementioned difficulties in adjusting them.)

OVERALL OPINION

I like the flexibility of tones, which will work for gigs that require it, but I don't like the fact that few, if any, of these tones are exceptionally good. I don't like the effects either, because they are tough to adjust and don't sound very good. I'm not sure why I ever messed with this line of amps, I probably expected better from Vox, but I guess their new products don't do justice to their old ones.