VOX AC30 C2 DEMO

[@MrJacobrezac]

This is the first Vox demo that actually made me want to buy one. Every other one I’ve seen sounds super thin and way to trebely.

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

That's awesome man thank you! There's a lot of misconceptions about the nature of an AC30. Often criticised as being too brittle, and they certainly can be In isolation. But when you get it on a stage with a band it makes total sense! They're gigging amps for sure! You really need to be able to get them loud. Once the amp starts to compress, a lot of the spiky top end evens out. The AC30c2 Is a great option as it has a master volume so you can get the preamp section cooking without taking peoples heads off! I highly recommend trying one out! Work great with pedals too! Thanks again, Take care! :)

[@dionj.pierre]

perhaps they were demoed before they were fully broken in! The greenbacks need a few back to back days of playing to settle into a sonic equilibrium.

[@mgrimault]

That's why i wanted to sold my ac15... way too bright and thin.. i cut my tone everytime i play

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

@@mgrimault Get an AC10 instead of an AC15. I'm telling you right now an AC10 is one of the best amps in the world right now and is only a fraction of the cost of a lot of the "boutique" stuff everyone tries to convince people they "have to have" these days. I've got a Deluxe Reverb and an AC10 and honestly I love the AC10 more and ironically it sounds best with a Tele. I've got a Strat and a 335 also and the Tele with the Vox sounds better than both of them. There's just something about that combination that's magic to my ears. Check out the AC10 if you get a shot at one!

[@antimurphy8212]

This isn't any different truthfully

[@burntumber]

Vox amp, Gibson guitar, Ibanez pedal, Fender t-shirt.

[@Klaus312]

Yeah why not?

[@moimeme7839]

All these awesome brands

[@AuntAlnico4]

Yep ! Match made in guitar heaven !

[@chrisjepsen6824]

As it should be. No brand deserves complete loyalty.

[@SpringerOwl]

Which LP is that? Not sure if you noticed but there seems to 187 models out now.

[@KazKasozi]

Really nicely dialed in tones. Vox actually sounding gritty but with some warmth. Many people have it sounding so brittle just because it is a key part of its character they over do it.

[@lazargavrilovic2537]

This is DEFINITELLY the demo that makes me buy this freaking amp! i have NEVER heard crunch from Vox ac30 that sound so big, so wide, so freaking HUGE! Every other demo i was listening to, they all were kinda hmmm trebly, thin, they just make my ears bleed. this one? heals all those wounds in my ears! =D this is awesome bro, im huge guitar nerd, and it is really really hard to make me be so impressed. im blown away. ladies and gentlemen, this is how demo should sound like.

[@antimurphy8212]

Sounds thin don't you think?

[@lazargavrilovic2537]

@@antimurphy8212 hm, not for me. Especially when im listening on headphones. Sounds perfect :)

[@braydonguitar649]

Listen to John Segeborn's demo of an AC30, so thick and creamy sounding

[@Имбирнаяпеченька-ю6ь]

Never heard crunch from AC30 that sounds big and full? Make yourself a favor and listen to Queen both live and studio records

[@daveydoom5479]

Just bought one a few days ago and I’m loving the vox tones! Your video helped me pull the trigger... awesome job.

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Ah dude that's awesome thanks! Glad you're enjoying your new amp! Nothing comes close to a Vox!

[@smokyFAB]

Hands down the best AC30c2 demo ever! Tasteful playing that really showcases the to e capabilities of this great amp, thank you ;)

[@NikolausBrocke]

Great! Best AC30 demo on youtube.

[@antoniusk8893]

There are few things finer in life than that opening solo tone. What were the settings for that?!

[@ronnieo.6647]

That intro said all I needed to know.

[@raidenkoh8128]

Dude, your videos and playing deserve more views and likes. Please never give up and make more great videos. 💪💪💪

[@tamasszabo2024]

Man, this is studio quality!

[@frankalma6179]

SOLD!!! Great demo!!

[@AJHirsch]

Beautiful demo!! I’ve had this amp for almost 9 years later this year and I still love it just as much as when I got it. If not more!!

[@thigarciaable]

It's really hard to get to the demo part, because you made a really f#& good intro for this video! That's the third time a try to get to the demo part, but I keep returning to the intro hahaha... Well done, mate! Cheers from Brazil!

[@tylerrosier1068]

Great intro! High quality video! Keep it up!

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thanks man! I appreciate it, thanks for watching!

[@Music_is_fun]

Great lead tone on the intro

[@tomrogerthu]

There’s just something about that vox sound!! Such an inviting tone.

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

I hear ya dude!

[@JakeGraceAndGlory]

Great demo, perfectly shows the bite and punch that this amp can reach. Also the vintage sound, I need to get one!

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thank you for your comment! I definitely recommend picking one up. Such a classic and versatile amp!

[@fordsrestorations970]

Definitely keeping the Vox in the lineup , sometimes I sound like the world's greatest RockStar at the largest concert , but sometimes I have the worst wrestling match trying to get them dialed in😮

[@anthonymichael3029]

This demo convinced me to get one of these amps. I had an AC15 and sold it like a dummy. Your style and tone is similar to mine, so it’s good to see someone playing these for a crunch tone instead of shimmery clean. Well done!

[@calebbohrer3757]

1:00 may be my new favorite lick. For sure gonna steak that one

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Go for it dude!!

[@charlesfick729]

Yes, some Demo’s it seems like the demoers at treble freaks or just plug in and play where in this demo he has a great rounded sound. I have a friend bringing one over today that he bought 2 years ago at a show. He’s giviving it to me for 500$ cash. Still, try to try one out before you buy it. Years ago I listened to many Reinheart 18 clips and fell in love with the thick lead tones like in this clip. When I got it, it was very thin with no bottom end, although played into various cabinets nothing made it sound good and on the job, it was 0 headroom if you wanted to hear it. Sold it. I hate whimsy amps. This is a great player and all that counts when you’re playing, especially the attack. Great video!! You rock!!

[@neilclark4451]

A year old, but awesome video. Great playing, great sound.

[@Williamwerenberg]

That’s a heck of a demonstration 😁 I’m finally getting mine this week 👍

[@aitken1965]

VOX amps have a unique tone circuit that you need to experiment with. Turning down the bass and treble knobs boosts the lower and upper mids accordingly. That coupled with the tone cut knob let’s you shape your sound away from those piercing highs and thin sound that people dislike. Fattening up your input tone with a Tube Screamer type pedal helps too.

[@valentinodania7956]

Oh my god, amazing playing

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@donharrold1375]

Awesome classic rock tones!

[@metomyoujane]

I currently play an Orange Rocker 30 in my 80's style garage punk rock band. Have been suffering because Rocker 30 does not have FX loop, so my solos get over saturated even with clean boost, (amp is running pretty damn hot with gain as is) and I just can't get enough volume boost to really have solos stick out over band!!! Was interested in these AC30's but just not quite sure if they could 'CHUG' enough for use in my band. All other AC30 demos seem to be blues players. You just proved to me that the AC30 will suit my band (with an OD pedal in front) for rhythm..... Plus i'll be able to run a boost in the FX Loop for pure volume boost for my solos!!! I think this amp is the answer to my problem. Thanks for a great video man

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey! First off, thanks for the comment I really do appreciate it :) I've played the rocker 30's and they're great! 100% the AC30 has the potential to be an absolute rock machine If you get the right drive pedal In front of it. I've used it for tours with rock bands, blues bands, soul R&B bands, it's a really versatile piece of kit! Tube screamer works great with it. Have you considered a Treble Booster? I find a treble booster works a little better, as it boosts those upper mids and adds a lot of saturation without over compressing and colouring your tone too much, especially If you're looking for a consistent tone across your rhythm and lead sounds. Just a thought! Thanks again man. All the best!

[@metomyoujane]

@@DaveDevlinMusic thanks for the reply and treble boost suggestion Dave. My musical tastes go far beyond purely rock, so I think I will be much better off with an AC30 with its versatility as you mentioned. I just need full-on Rock tone for my current punk rock band, but would love to move into a more 90's American indie rock direction in future. Cheers man. Amazing playing🤘😬🤘

[@ChoppaWhoppa1]

Great sounds! In fact, that's the tone I hear in my head, but just can't achieve it with my Marshall JMP or JCM800 combo. Might have to get one of these. Excellent demo bud!

[@Jeepjones85]

That intro was awesome 🤘🏻

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thank you!!

[@beachhunting69]

AGREED ! I keep playing it over and over. The tone is amazing, the playing brilliant. An LP and Vox amp...that was a perfect combo on this intro.

[@boxscoredaily671]

Incredible job! You just sold me this amp.

[@GregVasquez777]

all about the tone baby!!! pure tone. This amp delivers it.

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Absolutely! Great amp! :)

[@PurpleMusicChannel]

You are a beast on that guitar!

[@cedricsimonakafrozenjazz]

While doing some research about vox30 IRs and amp sims, I was looking for a real sound of a real amp... found many, but yours is just pure tone heaven! :)

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the tones in this video! The AC30C2 is a great amp! I love mine dearly!

[@cedricsimonakafrozenjazz]

@@DaveDevlinMusic Well, I'll only have an approximation with Kuassa Lancaster virtual amp, but that's a start :)

[@arturocastillo6121]

you deserve more likes, good vid, like a demo should be :)

[@rorymcclellan3740]

Love mine to pieces! and dude; Serious props to you for owning a Signature Rory Gallagher Treble booster!! I would reaaaaallly really love to try one, I've been using an Analogman Beano Boost which does a knock out job but its a Rangemaster Clone. I Want to collect his Hawk clone too. I know Im really pigeon holing that pedal xD but maybe a video dedicated to it with the AC30c2?

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey Rory! Thanks for the comment I appreciate it man :) I love a treble booster Into vintage style amps, I think they get massively overlooked. For cranked natural tube amp overdrive, they work so well to give you more of what you already have without drastically colouring your sound! Never tried the Beano boost but would love to! Planning on doing a video soon dedicated to the Rory Hawk booster and will be putting it through the AC30 and a Plexi! Thanks again for the comment dude! All the best!

[@rorymcclellan3740]

@@DaveDevlinMusic Right on! Looking forward to it!

[@EduFirenze]

that final A was the beginning of highway to hell. I bet it sounds great on this amp

[@TheMirrorify]

Great demo man! I don't have a 30 but recently got an ac15c1 and I'm in love with it.

[@nickjimenez6138]

Great vid. I've played on a AC30 a couple yrs ago and liked it. I'm in the market for an amp I can use for the next 5 to 10 yrs with my new Peter Frampton LP copy. This just might be it. Great tones.

[@abdelmalek9682]

great video brother

[@jonaswinge]

Great lead tone!

[@d4ben]

Awesome demo, really appreciated :-)

[@eldyko]

Sounds killer!!

[@lespaulartist]

Man, great guitarist

[@sebastianvillar]

Wow that sound you made with the ts9 rally made me understand THIS is the amp I need. Thank you so much!

[@rob062388]

A tubescreamer up front just does magic things. It thickens and tightens tone in just the right ways.

[@sebastianvillar]

So here I am 10 months later enjoying my ac30 with ts9 in front of it, hope some vox people see this comment and send you some gif :D

[@bread-mp5kx]

New favourite amp

[@Toasty_1992]

This guy is a rockstar. 😎 I like the riff at 1:04-1:06

[@truthteller1951]

Sold! Looking to unload my dual rectifier 🤠

[@MikkelKelsoFrandsen]

How did you record the guitar ? Sounds glorious 🎉

[@songster2904]

Nicely done!

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thanks!

[@shakeyjonez]

That one sounds pretty good.

[@draganpetrov9594]

what a tasy solo! would you consider doing a video with the tabs&licks ?

[@ficothecroatianrocker]

Great demo man, really nice tones First demo of this amp that impressed me, which is strange because it's legendary amp, but it always sounded too week and thin to me, but now I see it's actually as good as marshall for 70s rock sound It can't get better than Les Paul plugged into AC30

[@Creator-b4r]

Great demo. Have the same amp. Love it. Wanted to ask what tube brand you running in it?

[@ponzo9296]

Hey man..great playing, best demo for sure. Looking to get one and i wonder how would work with pedals for Gilmour tone?

[@slopiecki]

Vox ac 30 with overdrive pedal or Marshall jvm ??😁

[@lucasbrizolla2952]

That's an amazing video! You rock! I have a question, which is the speakers? Greenback or Alnico Blue? Thanks!

[@Alexandahls]

Awesome intro bro!

[@kaiserwilhelmii1827]

Both the amp and the player fucking rock

[@seppokoivisto3925]

Greetings from Scandinavia! Great playing! I´ve got same amp Vox AC30 C2 and a Les Paul Traditional. I´m not able get that awesome overdrive from the amp itself (top boost channel). I always have to use pedals. I´m just wondering how do you get that awesome sound. No mods, no extra pedals, no tube/valve swap..?? Just stock amp? - and skilful fingers of course! :)

[@ramonherver]

This review make me buy this awesome amp!! How do you mic the amp for recording!!?? Sounds amazing!

[@bigfranchise]

What microphone did you use to record the audio?

[@efrita19]

Hi guys, got one Vox AC30c2 and when trying in the boost channel has a very constant sound, like interference.. the seller told me to warm it up for 10 min in standby before use it and should disappear the sound. this happened to some of you?

[@Ky_fan]

What overdrive are you using at the first part?

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey, Jeremy! For the intro track I had the amp cranked to get a classic, natural overdriven tone and used a TS9 Tubescreamer for the more saturated tones :) Also, for the lead parts I added a Boss Super Chorus to add some width. Hope that helps!

[@Ky_fan]

@@DaveDevlinMusic thank you very much for the response! Incredible playing bro!

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

@@Ky_fan No problem at all, dude! Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@NoCoverCharge]

thank you i just broke my Les Paul out of the closet and its now my main amps, VOXAC30 , guitar instead of my Jazzmaster

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Awesome! Thank you for watching!

[@Shawn-Whitfield]

The best vox demo maybe ever! I know this is a couple years old now, but did you use any post production processing of any kind? Or maybe speaker IRs? I have AC30 and a LP classic with burstbuckers and can’t quite get it to sound that killer without some processing. If you could let me know any secret sauce you got here, that would be greatly appreciated! 🙂

[@RubenStuveling]

I think the amp is pretty cranked in this video.

[@garyharrer9745]

How do you get a volume boost for solos, I hear all clean boosts in the loop only add gain not volume

[@Bobby_Digital37]

Absolutely stunning tones!!! What pickups did you have in the Les Paul for this demo???

[@heliosthelightningwolf1778]

Was originaly going to buy a Marshall origin 50 but....NOT anymore! This thing is sick!

[@realguitarshredder]

Brilliant

[@kayandersen2828]

Awesome sounds. Is it possible to get a crunch sound also at low volumes? For example at home without blowing out the windows?

[@electricblue008899]

Sounds fab! Are you using the stock speaker or an impulse response?

[@erice9971]

How is it as a pedal platform, like plexi types? Was thinking of this or a hot rod deluxe

[@bilkywaygalaxy]

Incredible pedal platform

[@valhalla2426]

best this sound!

[@claybennett5875]

How do you think the Creamback version would compare to the greenbacks (mainly looking at an AC30 for jazz rock tones)

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey man! Firstly, thanks for the comment! The Creambacks are higher wattage speakers so you're not going to get as much speaker breakup like you would with the greenback, which Is probably a good thing if you're going for cleaner jazz tones. They're also known for having a bit more bottom end. Greenbacks break up a lot earlier and that's part of their character. Greenback loaded cabs were a big part of that aggressive classic rock tone....for example AC/DC etc. Tonally, I'd say there's not a massive difference in it that you couldn't EQ out. You can't really go wrong with either! However, this is just my personal opinion! If you have the chance, A/B the two and see which one works best for you. Hope that helps! Thanks again. Take care :)

[@claybennett5875]

Thank you this helps a lot!

[@maikolsanta8410]

I just bought an AC15VR, Can I get the same tones you get in a normal AC15? Also... What's the main difference between these two??

[@2GoldensTosa]

Good demo, Dave. You just confirmed that Chinese Voxes sound great. I have an AC-15C2 and it's the same thing - just a little less loud. Finally, someone who can do a great demo and play the s**t out of his guitar. Is that an actual Gibson you're playing, or something else? Cheers, mate!

[@kyledrumm7093]

Please Please Please tell me what your using in front of this amp to get the rich high gain tones you’re getting. Picking up an AC30 tomorrow.

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey, Kyle! Thanks for your comment! The only overdrive I used for the video intro was a stock TS9 Tubescreamer. However, to get those thick saturated tones you really need to have the preamp section cranked! This is a lot more realistic on the AC30c2 as it has a master volume. I also used a Boss super chorus set to be very subtle, to help get some extra thickness. Hope that helps! Best of luck with your new amp and enjoy!! 🤘😃🤘

[@hball6695]

I had no idea...holy shit!

[@hotpnts]

Which one js better ac30c2 vs ac30c2x?

[@masque1313]

this is a great video....amp sounds great and the playing is fantastic as well clearly showing this amp in the best light.....question, how did you capture the sounds? were the mic'ed up or did you run a direct box and IR's?

[@guitarsnstuff4810]

I want tabs for that really sick fast minor blues lick

[@antimurphy8212]

Why does every Vox demo sound so thin when the distortion is on? Trying scooping out the mid and lowering the treble please.

[@Jt-sy9yq]

Is it louder than a Marshall Code 100 i wann one of These Ac30 But all say it is too Loud is That True?

[@InVougeProductions]

As long as it has a master volume you'll be good. Pretty damn loud without one

[@tinykarpo80s]

dude u use some pedal for distortion? or only the vox sound? in the solo?

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey! Thanks for the comment! Only pedal used for the solo was a standard TS9 tubescreamer! Hope that helps!

[@janniks2998]

I'm so confused with all the different ones. Like there's an Ac30c1 and c2, s1 and others. Which is the 'normal' one, like the one you get when you talk about getting an AC30? And what are the differences between them all? Would appreciate any help :)

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

Some of them only have one 12in speaker in them. The "true" AC30 will have 2x12 and the "Top Boost". That's the classic AC30 sound. Also some of the newer models have different speakers in the like Alnico Blue or Celestions and they also done a "handwired" one some time ago and you'll know you've come in contact with it because it's a few thousand bucks. I will tell you of a little sleeper Vox amp called an AC10 and dude they are IN-CRED-IBLE! The cleans are insane and they take pedals wonderfully. I combine mine with a Deluxe Reverb and love it. Truth be told I love the AC10 more than the Deluxe Reverb in and of itself. Especially with a Tele. You can get one for less than $400 and I really think you'd be incredibly impressed with them. Look up a video on here where the Tone King does a comparison with 2 Vox employees and one is playing an AC30 and one is playing an AC15 and one is playing an AC10 and even the Vox employees are blown away by the AC10. I'm telling you they are really great amps. They don't have all the bells and whistles of an AC30 but they can seriously get the job done and for smaller rooms they would actually be much better.

[@BlankRami]

do you think it can do metal stuff like mastodon with the proper booster?

[@brownie4032]

Totally

[@hardrockrelics2157]

Plug in a boss sd-1 or Fortin 33 and you’re in riff heaven

[@colinmortimore218]

A Vox with greenbacks does a better crunch sound than a Marshall BUT you also get cleans to die for. Whats not to love?

[@MrAlecazo]

Tengo un ac30 C2 pero no suena así con esa ganancia!!! Y el amplificador es nuevo.. ☹☹☹

[@digitalmapu]

Ale Cazó hola! Lo pruebas con humbuckers? Recuerda llevar el volumen a tope y el master lo vas subiendo según el room... tengo el mismo ampli y suena parecido al demo, saludos✌🏻

[@MrAlecazo]

@@digitalmapu ya lo probe.. tengo una epihone les paul custom pro.. tengo una sterling musicman con Dimarzios Crunch Lab y Liquifire.. y no... será por las valvulas?? ocupan unas chinitas de fabrica.

[@digitalmapu]

@@MrAlecazo ahh buen dato.. yo le cambié las válvulas hace rato y el cambio se nota ojo...

[@johnlannikk2701]

Yessss

[@Speed13Controle]

What's the difference between an AC30 and an AC30 C2?

[@Speed13Controle]

the AC30 C2 has 2 speakers.

[@alphamilkrecordings8974]

Does this have the greenbacks?

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Yes :) Thanks for watching!

[@donpablos1971]

Very good!!!! Tab & backs pease!!!????

[@eldiegobrc]

That's a review 👍🏻

[@silvertrucker7942]

Odds are this won't be seen, but taking a chance anyway. What's the name of the opening song, or is it something you put together?

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Thank you for your comment and question! The opening song is an original that I put together specifically for this demo. I wanted to show how much this thing can ROCK!! All the best, Dave

[@calebbohrer3757]

I’ve got an AC15 and I’ve never been able to find that chimney/sparkly tone that Vox Ac15s and 30s are famous for. A lot of the time the normal channel is too bassy even. Any suggestions?

[@sorryiwin7280]

Maybe your amp or speaker is broken? I've never heard anyone complain about a vox amp being too bassy

[@kevinseth]

Is this greenback or alnico blue?

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

This amp has two Greenbacks. Thanks for watching!

[@MarkPritchardGuitar]

Excellent demo man, what speakers are in it, blues? Sounds amazing m. Subbed 👍🏻

[@MarkPritchardGuitar]

@Billybob Ireland Thanks, how you liking it?

[@MarkPritchardGuitar]

@Billybob Ireland haha well hope you like it brother 👍🏻

[@colinmortimore218]

If Angus sees this he'll wonder why he wasted so much time and money on those Marshalls lol

[@chrisfaust93]

Are you gonna do a Kemper pack of these? :O

[@matteovecchio8232]

7:52 Brian May...

[@thegodpig1228]

I'm looking to buy this amp, knowing its use as an extremely versatile and customizable piece of kit. However, I'm wondering if anyone could tell me if the clean setup (the cleanest I mean) is sufficient to use for jazz or music that has no distortion at all. Thanks in advance.

[@DaveDevlinMusic]

Hey! Thanks for the comment. Absolutely! AC30's are known for their crystal clear, bell-like cleans. Although the overdriven tones are out of this world, clean tones is where the AC30 really shines. The normal channel input is darker sounding which will lend itself to jazzier tones. You also have the bright channel which adds some glassy/sparkle to the sound. This particular amp has a master volume too. So if you leave it wide open you'll get lots of headroom which will keep the sound cleaner for longer. You really need to crank an AC30 all the way to get any natural overdrive. Which is not always an option...it's sooo loud! So if you keep the master volume all the way up, it'll stay clean for pretty much any gigging scenario. Hope that helps! Thanks for watching! Take care

[@thegodpig1228]

@@DaveDevlinMusic Hey man, yeah that is a really helpful response and completes everything I need to know about the amp before I buy it. It sounds exactly like what I need it to! Thanks again.