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millhouse · January 15th, 2009, 11:23 PM

I just saw this on HC out of NAMM. There is no way that I can not buy this when it comes out. It is just so cute

Perfect for the bedroom.

Vox AC4TV

Kind of glad I didn't drop the money on the AC15 Handwired just yet. I can try this out for the cost of boutique pedal.

Enjoy,
Jason

studio1087 · January 15th, 2009, 11:45 PM

.....also available as a head and cabinet. Wow. I wonder what the head will cost? That three way power attenuator looks like a great thing for late night practice or recording. Tone - Volume - Attenuator. Pretty cool.

John

Slow Reflexes · January 15th, 2009, 11:51 PM

Quote:

AC4TV/AC4TVH Specifications:

Controls: Tone, Volume, OP Level (4W, 1W, 1/4 W)
Valve/Tube Complement: 1 x 12AX7 (pre) / 1 x EL84 (power)
Output: 4 Watt RMS 16-Ohm
In/Out Jacks: Input, External Speaker Jack (1/4″)
Speakers: AC4TV — 1 x 10″ 16-Ohm Celestion VX10 custom speaker; V112TV - 1 x 12″ 16-Ohm Celestion VX12 custom speaker
AC4TV Dimensions: 13.78″ (W) x 8.46″ (D) x 14.76″ (H); AC4TVH dimensions TBA
AC4TV Weight: 19.84 lbs.; AC4TVH weight TBA
Power cable included

The VOX AC4TV 4-Watt Class A Tube Amplifier will be available in February 2009 with a U.S. MSRP of $400. AC4TVH and V112TV cabinet pricing and availability are TBA.

So... street price of about $250?

Worth a listen, for sure. I really like the spec sheet, at the least.

millhouse · January 15th, 2009, 11:52 PM

Following their pricing on the AC15 Handwired, Here is what I figure.

Combo: $400 MSRP/$300 Street
Head: $315 MSRP/$240 Street

That is just using their past pricing strategy. Either way, we are talking pretty affordable.

I am thinking the combo with a Celestion 10" Greenback. Could be a nice little bedroom rocker with that setup. I don't like that the external out is only 16 ohm. All of my cabs are 8, so I would have to run it with two of them. Nice setup though for practice. PRACTICE?

Jason

electricbody · January 16th, 2009, 01:02 AM

Very tempting. Might be an interesting change of pace from my Vibro Champ.

Plus at 16 ohms, it can be paired with Epiphone or Blackheart cab if the Vox cab is too pricey. Of course, the head and cab wouldn't match, but...

ruger9 · January 16th, 2009, 05:40 AM

drool drool drool

If only it was an EF86 preamp.

Rob DiStefano · January 16th, 2009, 06:36 AM

Smells like PCB .........

ruger9 · January 16th, 2009, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob DiStefano

Smells like PCB .........

Don't care. PTP is great & all, but I've got zero problems with PCB construction. Now, I don't REPAIR AMPS, so I don't need to care. But as far as TONE is concerned, it's irrelevant in my experiences.

And if it does actually street for $300, that's only $100 more than the Champion 600, with a 10" speaker. Plus, like the Champion, it's another amp that looks nice enough to leave sitting around the living room!

If only they would make a special "Heritage" edition DA5... my life would be complete.

Seriously cool little amp, SS & 5.5" speaker, but fantastic tones (with EFFECTS) at low low low volumes. The perfect "living room/bedroom practice amp". But it's too ugly in the living room!

PTP is still the coolest, tho!

theraygun · January 16th, 2009, 07:35 AM

For that price, they will sell a ton, should put the Valve Jr. & Blackheart to shame.

How about this one too?

Vox Night Train

The Night Train's appearance is striking, with a mirrored chrome finish and signature VOX diamond design that reveals the vacuum tube glow. Inside, a pair of EL84 tubes deliver remarkable power, as two 12AX7 tubes drive the preamp stage to provide additional power and clarity, for a harmonically rich tone, from chime-like clean to warm overdrive. A single switch lets users select between Pentode or Triode tube operation. In Pentode mode, Night Train delivers a full 15 Watts. In the Triode mode, the power is cut to 7.5 Watts. The Triode mode also relaxes the tube power stage, letting a smooth, mellow tube character shine through.

The Night Train's front panel controls are clear and simple, offering traditional chicken head pointer knobs for Gain, Volume, Treble, Middle and Bass. The preamp section features a mode switch, offering both Bright and Thick options. The Bright mode accentuates the high-frequency components for a clean, articulate tone; the Thick setting bypasses the tone circuit to boost the gain and create a chunkier, heavier sound. In addition, legendary guitar amp builder Tony Bruno played an integral role in the voicing of this new amp.

$800 MSRP

Sidney Vicious · January 16th, 2009, 07:51 AM

Anybody know where the AC4 is made?

The Made in Korea Pathfinder is of very high build quality for the $.

ThermionicScott · January 16th, 2009, 11:04 AM

I've been wondering when they'd do a reissue of this guy. Too bad it doesn't have a tube rectifier like the original...

- Scott

Sterling Indigo · January 16th, 2009, 11:10 AM

I am SO getting the AC4 and that Vox toaster thingy too! Can't wait!

varakeef · January 16th, 2009, 11:18 AM

This is around 1.100 euros. A '64 version. Wanna, wanna...

Twanginator · January 16th, 2009, 11:48 AM

Finally, a mini Vox tube amp. Just what the doctor ordered.

evol04gt · January 16th, 2009, 01:29 PM

too bad the originals had trem.

Dan German · January 16th, 2009, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by evol04gt

too bad the originals had trem.

?? Do you mean "the originals had trem, and that's too bad" or "it's too bad the new ones don't have trem like the originals?" 'Cuz I like what I see (especially the chrome 15W), except I don't see tremolo. I've already decided that my next amp will be a small tube amp with tremolo.

Sterling Indigo · January 16th, 2009, 01:52 PM

Night Train going head to head with Orange Tiny Terror (always wanted one of those). I wonder where they will be manufactured...Korea, China?

FenderGuy53 · January 16th, 2009, 02:32 PM

Wow! A grab-and-go, EL84-powered, scalable VOX tube amp. I want one!

evol04gt · January 16th, 2009, 02:41 PM

i am a trem fiend. i want trem on the new one--- HOWEVER a tone control is more usable though.... my 40 dollar tuna melt trem/vib pedal has a rate knob, depth knob and hard or soft switch...... so EFF it...this thing looks sweet........ most hold out for ac30!!!!!

beach bob · January 16th, 2009, 02:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by studio1087

Tone - Volume - Attenuator. Pretty cool.

+1 on that. I like it. Doesn't lack a tone knob, so no mod kit needed, as a Blackheart Killer Ant would need. All I see it lacks is a line out, but that's hardly essential [to me]. Since no mod is needed; who cares if it's got a PC board? It's a bedroom amp for most consumers, I'd think.

Cool idea on this one.

jimd · January 16th, 2009, 03:07 PM

If I had the cash I would have plunked it down on a Blackheart or Epi Valve jr. already. I'm glad I don't have the money. Cuz, when I do, I'm going to look real hard at one of these.

JDRNoPro · January 16th, 2009, 03:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ruger9

And if it does actually street for $300, that's only $100 more than the Champion 600, with a 10" speaker.

One of my first thoughts as well.......and it may be under $300 -280ish?

Ed McG · January 16th, 2009, 05:53 PM

Well, I thought I wanted a Champ 600 but this could change things--How long before we can see these in the stores? Anybody get to play one at NAMM and give a review ?

twangcaster1 · January 16th, 2009, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob DiStefano

Smells like PCB .........

Aye! Kinda stinky!

graphs · January 16th, 2009, 06:55 PM

Both those Voxes look pretty sweet. I just hope the price pans out like the calculations...

WYfish · January 16th, 2009, 07:31 PM

man, that's pretty sweet. Kinda wish I hadn't just gotten a valve junior...

millhouse · January 17th, 2009, 01:33 AM

That Night Train is pretty sweet also. I can understand why they didn't use the EF86 on the AC4, but not on the NT. I guess they are going head to head with the likes of the Tiny Terror and that camp, hence the 12AX7 front end. Regardless, it is pretty sweet. I don't see myself getting the Night Train, as I would just go for the AC15 Heritage head for a little more.

I am stuck on the little AC4 if is sounds good for sure though.

Jason

beep.click · January 17th, 2009, 02:19 AM

Man, Vox is back with a VENGEANCE.

tdu · January 21st, 2009, 04:30 PM

These are on the Sweetwater site for pre-order for $250. The cab is $169.

Man since moving into my apartment, I have wanted something like this pretty bad.

Slow Reflexes · January 21st, 2009, 05:38 PM

Woot! I was hoping for a $250 price point on the combo... Yay!

And the head is at under $200 to your door!

Seems like the Champion maybe oughtta get a price drop now.

rufus21 · January 21st, 2009, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ed McG

Well, I thought I wanted a Champ 600 but this could change things--How long before we can see these in the stores? Anybody get to play one at NAMM and give a review ?

Me too, as I was gonna pick one of those up. Still might, but I think I'm gonna grab this one first.

daacrusher2001 · January 29th, 2009, 08:34 AM

Anyone know of a video or audio demo of the AC4? Can't find one anywhere. I thought with NAMM happening they would have put a demo video out somewhere...

Twang · January 29th, 2009, 09:20 AM

Go here: http://namm.harmony-central.com/WNAMM09/

There is a video box at the top of the page.
Grab the slider on the right side and go almost all the way down (alphabetic order by brand)
Click New From VOX and start grinnin'

Can't wait to get one of these things

robinje · January 29th, 2009, 09:31 AM

I pre-ordered one from Sweetwater. I was told verbally that it might be June until they get 'em, even thought the web site says they're expected in March.

FenderGuy53 · January 29th, 2009, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Twang

Go here: http://namm.harmony-central.com/WNAMM09/

There is a video box at the top of the page.
Grab the slider on the right side and go almost all the way down (alphabetic order by brand)
Click New From VOX and start grinnin'

Can't wait to get one of these things

Wow! Now I KNOW that I want one! Sweet!

Tele-Dave · January 29th, 2009, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tdu

These are on the Sweetwater site for pre-order for $250. The cab is $169.

Just checked Sweetwater::: $249 combo and $199 head only

daacrusher2001 · January 29th, 2009, 10:41 AM

Thanks for the link...

Well....seems like I am going to need one of these...

The 12" cab sounded a little better to me...would probably go with the head and cab, but maybe not. Wonder if we'll be able to test them out in March or April.

Have to wait until I get home so I can turn that video up a little...people at work have no sense of humor...

FenderGuy53 · January 29th, 2009, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by daacrusher2001

The 12" cab sounded a little better to me...would probably go with the head and cab, but maybe not.

I have to agree. Although it sounds great thru the combo speaker, it
sounds fantastic and much more full-bodied thru the cab. That said, I'd still opt for the combo, since it has a built-in speaker out.

Quote:

Originally Posted by daacrusher2001

Have to wait until I get home so I can turn that video up a little...people at work have no sense of humor...

;-)

Tele-Dave · January 29th, 2009, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FenderGuy53

I have to agree. Although it sounds great thru the combo speaker, it
sounds fantastic and much more full-bodied thru the cab. That said, I'd still opt for the combo, since it has a built-in speaker out.

;-)

Buy the combo, then get the cab also later!!!

beach bob · January 29th, 2009, 11:35 AM

Cool video! thanks for the link... sounds damn sweet, but WTF, those black pickups ... yeesh. I'd like to hear it w/ some single coils, or !!! I betcha P-90s would kick some major butt through that thing ...

January 15th, 2009, 11:23 PM	#1 (permalink)
millhouse Tele-Meister Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Pearland, TX Age: 36 Posts: 102	New 4 Watt Vox Practice Amp - AC4 I just saw this on HC out of NAMM. There is no way that I can not buy this when it comes out. It is just so cute Perfect for the bedroom. Vox AC4TV Kind of glad I didn't drop the money on the AC15 Handwired just yet. I can try this out for the cost of boutique pedal. Enjoy, Jason

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studio1087 Doctor of Teleocity Join Date: May 2003 Location: Near Milwaukee Age: 47 Posts: 11,732 47 Photos	.....also available as a head and cabinet. Wow. I wonder what the head will cost? That three way power attenuator looks like a great thing for late night practice or recording. Tone - Volume - Attenuator. Pretty cool. John __________________ John "The rock and roll business is pretty absurd, but the world of serious music is much worse." - Frank Zappa

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ruger9 Friend of Leo's Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hackettstown, NJ Posts: 3,369	drool drool drool If only it was an EF86 preamp. __________________ "I've got callouses, from all those nights, spent playin' a Telecaster, 'till my fingers bled Bud Light" - Travis Tritt Last edited by ruger9; January 16th, 2009 at 06:49 AM.

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January 15th, 2009, 11:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
millhouse Tele-Meister Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Pearland, TX Age: 36 Posts: 102	Following their pricing on the AC15 Handwired, Here is what I figure. Combo: $400 MSRP/$300 Street Head: $315 MSRP/$240 Street That is just using their past pricing strategy. Either way, we are talking pretty affordable. I am thinking the combo with a Celestion 10" Greenback. Could be a nice little bedroom rocker with that setup. I don't like that the external out is only 16 ohm. All of my cabs are 8, so I would have to run it with two of them. Nice setup though for practice. PRACTICE? Jason

January 16th, 2009, 01:02 AM	#5 (permalink)
electricbody Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: South Louisiana Age: 43 Posts: 1,128 11 Photos	Very tempting. Might be an interesting change of pace from my Vibro Champ. Plus at 16 ohms, it can be paired with Epiphone or Blackheart cab if the Vox cab is too pricey. Of course, the head and cab wouldn't match, but...

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Rob DiStefano Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Park Ridge, NJ Age: 66 Posts: 6,445	Smells like PCB .........

January 16th, 2009, 07:35 AM	#9 (permalink)
theraygun Tele-Meister Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 225	For that price, they will sell a ton, should put the Valve Jr. & Blackheart to shame. How about this one too? Vox Night Train The Night Train's appearance is striking, with a mirrored chrome finish and signature VOX diamond design that reveals the vacuum tube glow. Inside, a pair of EL84 tubes deliver remarkable power, as two 12AX7 tubes drive the preamp stage to provide additional power and clarity, for a harmonically rich tone, from chime-like clean to warm overdrive. A single switch lets users select between Pentode or Triode tube operation. In Pentode mode, Night Train delivers a full 15 Watts. In the Triode mode, the power is cut to 7.5 Watts. The Triode mode also relaxes the tube power stage, letting a smooth, mellow tube character shine through. The Night Train's front panel controls are clear and simple, offering traditional chicken head pointer knobs for Gain, Volume, Treble, Middle and Bass. The preamp section features a mode switch, offering both Bright and Thick options. The Bright mode accentuates the high-frequency components for a clean, articulate tone; the Thick setting bypasses the tone circuit to boost the gain and create a chunkier, heavier sound. In addition, legendary guitar amp builder Tony Bruno played an integral role in the voicing of this new amp. $800 MSRP

January 16th, 2009, 07:51 AM	#10 (permalink)
Sidney Vicious Friend of Leo's Join Date: May 2003 Location: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Posts: 2,517 24 Photos	Anybody know where the AC4 is made? The Made in Korea Pathfinder is of very high build quality for the $.

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ThermionicScott Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SW CR IA US NA PE Age: 31 Posts: 5,156	I've been wondering when they'd do a reissue of this guy. Too bad it doesn't have a tube rectifier like the original... - Scott

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Sterling Indigo Friend of Leo's Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: East Lansing Posts: 2,392 5 Photos	I am SO getting the AC4 and that Vox toaster thingy too! Can't wait!

January 16th, 2009, 11:48 AM	#14 (permalink)
Twanginator Tele-Holic Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 664	Finally, a mini Vox tube amp. Just what the doctor ordered.

January 16th, 2009, 01:52 PM	#17 (permalink)
Sterling Indigo Friend of Leo's Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: East Lansing Posts: 2,392 5 Photos	Night Train going head to head with Orange Tiny Terror (always wanted one of those). I wonder where they will be manufactured...Korea, China?

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FenderGuy53 Friend of Leo's Join Date: May 2008 Location: East Coast Age: 59 Posts: 2,434	Wow! A grab-and-go, EL84-powered, scalable VOX tube amp. I want one! __________________ Tele > RP1000 > FOH/EL84 or Mustang III Amp

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evol04gt Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2008 Location: NE ohio Age: 31 Posts: 889	i am a trem fiend. i want trem on the new one--- HOWEVER a tone control is more usable though.... my 40 dollar tuna melt trem/vib pedal has a rate knob, depth knob and hard or soft switch...... so EFF it...this thing looks sweet........ most hold out for ac30!!!!! __________________ www.myspace.com/Emberdown lefty guitar player.

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jimd Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Age: 45 Posts: 1,854	If I had the cash I would have plunked it down on a Blackheart or Epi Valve jr. already. I'm glad I don't have the money. Cuz, when I do, I'm going to look real hard at one of these.

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Ed McG TDPRI Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Fox River Grove IL Age: 57 Posts: 93	Well, I thought I wanted a Champ 600 but this could change things--How long before we can see these in the stores? Anybody get to play one at NAMM and give a review ?

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graphs Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,767	Both those Voxes look pretty sweet. I just hope the price pans out like the calculations...

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WYfish Tele-Meister Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Jackson, WY Posts: 121	man, that's pretty sweet. Kinda wish I hadn't just gotten a valve junior...

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millhouse Tele-Meister Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Pearland, TX Age: 36 Posts: 102	That Night Train is pretty sweet also. I can understand why they didn't use the EF86 on the AC4, but not on the NT. I guess they are going head to head with the likes of the Tiny Terror and that camp, hence the 12AX7 front end. Regardless, it is pretty sweet. I don't see myself getting the Night Train, as I would just go for the AC15 Heritage head for a little more. I am stuck on the little AC4 if is sounds good for sure though. Jason

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beep.click Friend of Leo's Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: California Age: 53 Posts: 4,999	Man, Vox is back with a VENGEANCE. __________________ "It looked like a giant green gum drop to me."

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tdu Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Ontario, Canada Age: 35 Posts: 3,627 11 Photos	These are on the Sweetwater site for pre-order for $250. The cab is $169. Man since moving into my apartment, I have wanted something like this pretty bad. __________________ Torn Down Units brand Rock n' Roll

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Slow Reflexes Friend of Leo's Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Willamette and Columbia Posts: 4,840	Woot! I was hoping for a $250 price point on the combo... Yay! And the head is at under $200 to your door! Seems like the Champion maybe oughtta get a price drop now.

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daacrusher2001 TDPRI Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: nj Age: 53 Posts: 42	Anyone know of a video or audio demo of the AC4? Can't find one anywhere. I thought with NAMM happening they would have put a demo video out somewhere...

January 29th, 2009, 09:20 AM	#33 (permalink)
Twang Tele-Holic Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Age: 47 Posts: 750	Go here: http://namm.harmony-central.com/WNAMM09/ There is a video box at the top of the page. Grab the slider on the right side and go almost all the way down (alphabetic order by brand) Click New From VOX and start grinnin' Can't wait to get one of these things

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robinje Tele-Meister Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Nevis, Minnesota Posts: 101	I pre-ordered one from Sweetwater. I was told verbally that it might be June until they get 'em, even thought the web site says they're expected in March. __________________ Rockin' Robin

January 29th, 2009, 10:41 AM	#37 (permalink)
daacrusher2001 TDPRI Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: nj Age: 53 Posts: 42	Thanks for the link... Well....seems like I am going to need one of these... The 12" cab sounded a little better to me...would probably go with the head and cab, but maybe not. Wonder if we'll be able to test them out in March or April. Have to wait until I get home so I can turn that video up a little...people at work have no sense of humor...

January 29th, 2009, 11:35 AM	#40 (permalink)
beach bob Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 2,045	Cool video! thanks for the link... sounds damn sweet, but WTF, those black pickups ... yeesh. I'd like to hear it w/ some single coils, or !!! I betcha P-90s would kick some major butt through that thing ...