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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. There are four effects sections in all, the first of which emulates pedals connected before the amplifier, while the remaining three deal with modulation effects, delay and reverb. All that remains is a very simple patch-memory section, where up to eight banks of four programs each can be accessed. Pressing the Bank Up and Bank Down buttons together puts the amp into manual mode, so that what you dial up on the control panel is exactly what you get. A single numeric display shows the bank number -- not, as you might expect, numbered 1-8, but 1-4, then 1-4 again with a dot after the number. Four numbered buttons with status LEDs access the programs within the currently selected bank. In this area there's also a guitar tuner, which uses the patch buttons' status LEDs as a readout. Amp & Effect Types 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 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 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 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 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. 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. 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.I've had great results miking up my little Vox AD30VT guitar amp, and the VT40+ reviewed here is Vox's second upgrade to that model. This range of amps is so useful in the studio because their sound is virtually independent of the output level: there's a separate Power Level control, so if you want to get a big sound while driving only a couple of watts into the speaker, you can. These amps also include a speaker‑emulated headphone output that can be used for DI recording, and this mutes the speaker, which can be very handy in a domestic recording setup. 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. 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?

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: 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.

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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. The Tone Room editor/librarian software is designed for use with the VT20X and VT40X. Beyond conventional amp and effect editing, this software allows you to tweak parameters in such depth that it's akin to crafting your very own musical instrument. Once you've successfully transformed your ideal sound into reality, you can save up to three of your customised amps/effects within the amp. Besides Windows and Mac versions, Tone Room is also available for iOS, offering you the flexibility to edit on almost any device. Up to 20 true-to-life amp models The number of amp models has increased (there are three variations on each of 11 amp types), and these are augmented by 11 stomp‑box effects, 11 modulation/delay effects, and three types of reverb. All three effect sections can be used together in addition to the in‑built noise gate. There's a useful range of presets, and eight user memories, which can be recalled from the front panel or via an optional footswitch. There's also an integral guitar tuner. The Vox Valvetronix series artfully marries state-of-the-art digital technology with timeless analogue circuitry, integrating authentic vacuum tubes into the structure. Models like VT20X and VT40X utilise a Valvetronix preamp within their multi-stage amplification circuit. This circuit faithfully mirrors the unique distortion, swift response, and tonal characteristics that are exclusive to classic tube amps and simply cannot be duplicated by digital technology in isolation. Analogue and digital in perfect harmony

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