Vox AC15 HWR1
Product information "Vox AC15 HWR1"
The VOX AC Hand-Wired Range embodies the legendary tone of the AC30 amplifier from the 1960s in its purest form. Through meticulous research and analysis of old AC15 and AC30 models, the essence of the vintage VOX sound has been captured. The AC-HWR series offers an impressive variety, from 30W and 15W combos with Celestion Alnico Blue speakers and Greenback speakers to the AC30HWRH head and compact combos for different power requirements.
The reinterpretation of the power supply circuit enables authentic reproduction of the characteristic "compression" and "sag" sensations of vintage amps, while the bespoke output transformer brings harmonic components perfectly to the fore. The cabinet design delivers a rich midrange and contributes to faithful tone reproduction.
The AC-HWR series preserves the simplicity of the 1960s models while still integrating practical features for modern guitarists. A high-quality spring reverb, an effects loop feature and removable speaker cables for the straightforward connection of an attenuator round off the series.
- Channels: 2
- Country of Origin: Vietnam
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 61 x 26 x 55 cm
- EQ: 2x bass, treble
- Effects: Hall / Reverb
- Headphone output with speaker mute: no
- Impedance: 16 ohms
- Inserts: Series
- Loudspeaker Type: Celestion G12 m Greenback
- Loudspeakers: 1x 12"
- Output for Extension Speakers: Yes
- Power: 15 W
- Power Amp Valves: 2x EL84 + GZ34
- Power Range: 11 - 20 W
- Pre Amp Valves: 4x 12AX7, 1x 12AT7
- Special Features: Handwired
- Suitable for Harps: yes
- Technology: Valve
- Weight: 22,1 kg
The valve amplifiers of the AC series made the heritage manufacturer Vox what it is today. The series includes valve combo amps and heads in various power and price ranges — from beginners to professional musicians, everyone can find the right amplifier for their musical adventure here.
The amplifier Vox AC15, originally known as the AC1/15, marks the manufacturer's first appearance and thus began a story that has been written with great success for over 60 years. The AC15 became a favourite of top guitarists. The large fan base of the Vox AC15 includes, among others, Vic Flick, who composed and recorded the legendary James Bond Theme with an AC15, as well as the Beatles, who recorded their first songs with this amp and for whom it was an important part of their characteristic sound.
To be able to fill larger halls as well, the power of the successful AC15 was doubled. The cabinet was enlarged and an additional speaker was added. The new amplifier was christened the AC30/4 Twin. With 30 watts, two 12" Celestion speakers, four inputs and two channels, the Vox AC30/4 Twin was a hit among musicians of the British scene and established Vox as one of the most successful amp manufacturers in Britain. Today this amplifier model is known as the Vox AC30 and enjoys even greater popularity than the AC15.
The legendary sound of Vox Amplification begins with Dick Denney, an amp designer who worked for the English JMI Corporation in 1957. Dick was himself a passionate guitarist and, together with the JMI staff, developed an amplifier that could deliver the volume guitarists of his time were looking for to fill entire arenas. The result of their work was introduced to the market in January 1958. This amplifier, called the AC1/15, marks Vox's first appearance and thus began a story that has been highly successful for over 60 years. Later this amplifier was, for simplicity, renamed the Vox AC15 and quickly became the first choice of the best London guitarists, including Vic Flick, who used an AC15 for the legendary recording of the James Bond Theme.
In the spring of 1960 Dick and his crew quickly realised that London's rising bands needed more power from their amplifiers. Rock music was on the rise and demanded the perfect amps. Dick decided to double the power of his renowned AC15 rather than design an entirely new amp. The cabinet was enlarged and an additional speaker added. The new amplifier was named the AC30/4 Twin. With 30 watts, two 12" Celestion speakers, four inputs and two channels, the Vox AC30/4 Twin was a hit among musicians in the British scene and established Vox as one of the most successful amp manufacturers in the UK.
In July 1962 two lads from Liverpool bought their first Vox amps, an AC15 Twin and an AC30 Twin with Top Boost. Later that same year they recorded a song called Love Me Do in the studio with their band The Beetles. From that point on their unique guitar sound became the standard in modern music.
The massive success Vox achieved in the 1960s laid the foundation for the legacy that still thrives nearly 60 years later. Amps such as the AC10, AC15 and AC30 are still among Vox's most popular products for professional and hobby guitarists.
Many of Vox's current products, such as the renowned Valvetronix amplifiers or the Mini Go- and amPlug series, feature state-of-the-art technology to achieve unprecedented tonal flexibility. With the ability to offer both classic valve tones and advanced modelling technology, Vox has many amplifiers in its range that meet the needs of the modern guitarist.
The sound of Vox amplifiers has shaped the sound of pop music over the past 60 years. Many influential artists, such as Dave Grohl and Chris Shiflett (Foo Fighters), Albert Hammond Jr (The Strokes), Brian May (Queen) or Bob Weir (The Greatful Dead), rely on Vox amplifiers to boost their guitar sound both in the studio and on stage. Find your sound with Vox!
