Vox – AC30 Custom 30W 2×12 Celestion Alnico Blue #AC30C2X
For those who crave more power, the AC30 expands on the captivating sound of its little brother by doubling the wattage. Employing a quartet of EL84 power tubes, the AC30 Custom pumps 30 watts of remarkable tone through a pair of 12” Celestion Greenback or Alnico Blue speakers.
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Four EL84 power tubes generate 30W with harmonic richness; dual Celestion Alnico Blue 12" speakers provide tight, articulate midrange; top-mounted controls yield intuitive gain staging; switchable output allows bedroom-friendly operation despite stage presence.
Requires speaker cable and quality guitar lead for optimal results. Tube amp maintenance includes periodic bias checks and speaker reconing costs. Compatible with standard 1/4" effects loops. Footswitch sold separately for channel switching.
The AC30 Custom justifies its price through proven design and speaker quality. Delivers authentic British chime and natural overdrive in a manageable format, making it equally at home in focused studio sessions and modest venues where tone matters more than raw volume.
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AC30 Custom
For those who crave more power, the AC30 expands on the captivating sound of its little brother by doubling the wattage. Employing a quartet of EL84 power tubes, the AC30 Custom pumps 30 watts of remarkable tone through a pair of 12” Celestion Greenback or Alnico Blue speakers. Capable of both enchanting clean and raucous overdriven sounds, the signature chime of the AC30 Custom pairs seamlessly the intricacies of your playing style, resulting in a sound that is truly your own. Perhaps the most iconic amplifier in VOX’s pedigree, the AC30 earned its place in history as the amplifier that powered the British Invasion. Since then, the AC30 has remained the choice of the world’s most accomplished artists who have come to rely on its unique voice to amplify theirs.
- 30 Watts
- 2 x 12" Celestion G12M Greenback Speakers (AC30C2)
- 2 x 12" Celestion Alnico Blue Speakers (AC30C2X)
- Normal and Top Boost channels
Available models:
- AC30C2: 30 Watts, 2 x 12″ Celestion G12M Greenback Speakers
- AC30C2X: 30 Watts, 2 x 12″ Celestion Alnico Blue Speakers
| Output power | 30 Watts RMS |
| 16 Ohms | |
| Speaker | 2 x 12″ Celestion G12M Greenback (AC30C2) |
| 2 x 12″ Celestion Alnico Blue (AC30C2X) | |
| Inputs | 1 x Normal High Input Jack |
| 1 x Normal Low Input Jack | |
| 1 x Top Boost High Input Jack | |
| 1 x Top Boost Low Input Jack | |
| 1 x FX Return Jack | |
| Outputs | 1 x External Speaker Jack |
| 1 x Extension Speaker Jack | |
| 1 x FX Send Jack | |
| Controls | Master Volume, Master Tone Cut, Normal Volume, Top Boost Volume, Top Boost Bass, Top Boost Treble, Reverb Tone, Reverb Level, Tremolo Speed, Tremolo Depth |
| Tube Compliment | 4 x EL84 |
| Dimensions (w x d x h) | 702 x 265 x 556 mm | 27.64 x 10.43 x 21.89 inches |
| 32.0 kg | 70.99 | |
| Accessories (sold separately) | VFS2A Foot Switch |
| Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. |
Vox is a legendary British amplifier manufacturer with roots stretching back to 1957, when the company revolutionized guitar tone with the introduction of the AC15 and AC30—amplifiers that became synonymous with the sound of the British Invasion. The brand's tube-driven designs have been the choice of iconic musicians across generations, from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to contemporary artists seeking authentic, expressive amplification.
Vox amplifiers are celebrated for their responsive, musical overdrive characteristics and the ability to achieve rich, breakup-friendly tones at practical volumes. The company's commitment to quality construction and time-honored circuit design has established Vox as a cornerstone of guitar culture, where tone and tradition remain paramount.
