The Amp that more people should be talking about - VOX AC15 with Blue Alnico

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  • Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
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  • @landonbailey
    @landonbailey  5 місяців тому

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    1:40 - disclosure
    3:35 - Blind Tone Challenge
    5:30 - Speaker Swap
    11:12 - AC15C1 and AC15C1X Specs
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  • @jimbofet
    @jimbofet Рік тому +34

    I have an AC30 with alnico blues. I also have a cabinet with 2 greenbacks. I’ve tried each alone and in combination. I’m now looking to replace the greenbacks with blues. The blues are simply the best speakers I’ve ever played through.

    • @philhood4604
      @philhood4604 Рік тому +2

      My AC30 has blues and really I like the Greenbacks I replaced running in a 2 X 12 cab at the same time

  • @alexwalker5645
    @alexwalker5645 Рік тому +17

    Well you recorded this amp SO well!!! Sounds great man!! Half of Vox demos I swear sound boxy, scratchy, thin…..nothing like what’s actually going on in the room. This sounds killer!

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому +7

      that's Sennheiser e906 is the best amp mic I've used. Really reliable tones

    • @sboistan
      @sboistan Рік тому +1

      @@landonbailey I noticed the same - all of your latest videos just sound great! In fact, I don't think I've heard an AC15 quite this well recorded (on youtube, at least). Now we need to hook you up with a Tonex rig so you can capture these great amp sounds...

  • @jonathanhandsmusic
    @jonathanhandsmusic Рік тому +11

    I like Vox amps straight out the box. I’d never bother to swap out a speaker on a new amp. I really think it’s a matter of preference. But to each his own.

  • @oakclark34
    @oakclark34 4 місяці тому

    Just a great demo and review. Your humor and personality make it fun!

  • @robertcella3225
    @robertcella3225 Рік тому

    Yes, another excellent video explanation. You’ll be my go-to for reviews. Good job

  • @patrickclune3600
    @patrickclune3600 Рік тому +3

    I’ve got the old 1960’s Vox Royal Guardsman amp on the roller cart in a well earned retirement now. I’m now using the AC-30 with the Alnico blues in it. It makes my Rick jingle jangle, my Fender Strats and Telecasters sing and my Les Pauls roar. It’s a little heavy but it can be moved by one or two guys. There’s enough handles on it. I love it, still gigging at 70 yrs old and no intentions of retiring from it. I told the guys in the band if I go to collapse on stage “ Save the Guitar “. Lol and that’s no joke !!!

  • @dmac3316
    @dmac3316 Рік тому +7

    Cool vid. I don’t own a Vox but keep coming back to them, play them in stores. Maybe one day I’ll get one. I’ve heard the AC15 is one of the best made and reliable amps in its range. And I got the tone challenge right, guessed B for blue. PS - I like how you have the decibel meter running to show what type of room volume there is. Not enough demos do this IMO

  • @CrazyCalabrese78
    @CrazyCalabrese78 Рік тому +2

    Nice job man. This recording sounds really like an in-the-room tone. Have tried the 10 and 15 in store before and they sounded great.

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому +3

      Cool, thanks! the Sennheiser e906 is great

  • @jurassicrock1950
    @jurassicrock1950 5 місяців тому +1

    I've had one of these for several years and It's been a vey versatile amp. I ran it with the Greenback for a long time and it was great, but I had a Weber Blue Dog laying around so I swapped it out and put the Greenback in a closed back speaker cab and run them together and it's AMAZING!!!!!!!
    I run a Les Paul trough it most the time run the Master at full and turn the volume to taste.
    Great Video!!!

  • @AmericanVetMusic
    @AmericanVetMusic Рік тому +1

    I find your videos funny and informative, thank you from Southeast Arizona, USA 🇺🇸. Love your guitar playing, man!

  • @Bliggick
    @Bliggick Рік тому +4

    This video on The Tone Lounge channel demonstrated that if you are plugged into the Normal input you can crank the Top Boost volume and the Bass and Treble controls will work while on the Normal input.

  • @carlweiderick
    @carlweiderick Рік тому +7

    Got it right. My AC15 has the green and for me it is "more gooder". Both great though. I like a 'thicker' tone on the Vox.

  • @1951kbz
    @1951kbz Рік тому +2

    I have the AC15 with the blue alnico. Definitely like the sound of it . Was easy to figure which was which.

  • @knizek4
    @knizek4 10 місяців тому +1

    I prefer the blue in the room but both sounded good recorded. Have used the C1X for the last few years, gigs/rehearsal/studio, it's fantastic. Typically I use the normal channel..... less knobs. Great comparison video!

  • @davidbarlow431
    @davidbarlow431 Рік тому +5

    I've a slight preference for the blue but I've still got the greenback in mine. TBH the difference isn't enough to make me want to pony up the cash for the "upgrade". I do keep toying with the idea of buying a cheap HB 1X12 cab, junk the speaker, put the greenback in it, a blue in the Vox and then have a decent 1X12 cab that I can play around with some lunchbox type amps with.

  • @mikeprzychocki5770
    @mikeprzychocki5770 Рік тому +5

    Great demo!
    The difference seems slight, & they both sound great, but I preferred the blue. I'm sure It was more apparent in the room.
    Now it has me curious what it would sound like with the back open like a Fender compared to closed.
    You made a great choice In the guitar used to demonstrate the differences in the dynamics, but I am also a little curious what the others would have sounded in the comparison.
    Great amp & great demo!

  • @mattgilbert7347
    @mattgilbert7347 Рік тому +2

    I'm the same.
    VOX is home base. I have an AC15C1 stock Greenback and a Pathfinder 15.
    I also love my Laney VC30 amps. VOX AC3O inspired, i have a 112 clone with a 70/80 style stock speaker (just ok) and my favorite amp, a mid-2000s Laney VC30 210 with two Jensen 10" speakers that were designed for that model. Wonderful workhorse of an amp, takes every pedal I've ever thrown at it.

    • @allatsea2746
      @allatsea2746 Рік тому

      The Laney VC line is great. And you can get them (used of course) for next to nothing nowadays; even the British made ones. I myself have an early Lionheart 5W Combo (with an Eminence GA-SC64) for recording and a Laney GH30R for live use. As you said: wonderful workhorses and pedal platforms. And the 2nd channel on my 2 Laneys can sound VERY close to a JTM45/Bluesbreaker without the need for a powersoak.

  • @mattbrillhart2922
    @mattbrillhart2922 Рік тому +4

    There is just something special about a t-style guitar into a Vox. Even after going ampless now, I still gravitate toward the more Vox voicings.

    • @oceantree5000
      @oceantree5000 5 місяців тому

      Totally agree. Incredible tones.

  • @stevebogie8175
    @stevebogie8175 Рік тому

    This is AMAZING!!!
    I enjoyed this video immensely.
    Great job!!!

  • @franklovestojam888
    @franklovestojam888 Рік тому +1

    Probably one of my favourite UA-cam examples of "George's" various tones. Thanks Landon.👏👏

    • @mortonwilson795
      @mortonwilson795 Рік тому +1

      Yup - I picked B . . . the Beatlish Jingle Jangle really came thru - esp. on the 3rd OD sample 😃

  • @julianmetcalfe1070
    @julianmetcalfe1070 4 місяці тому

    I did get it right but then i have played both of them for years through all kinds of vox AC 30s,they are both cracking speakers but i do miss the twin blues some thing more homely about the blues how ever they are twice the price,great job keep up the good work

  • @tonybragg1676
    @tonybragg1676 Рік тому +1

    Got em right. You're right on about preference more than better/worse.

  • @ingve77
    @ingve77 Рік тому +1

    Had the pleasure of being front row at an Angels gig where Rick Brewster was playing through a Vox AC30. Absolutely killer tone. Simply mouthwatering! Though it was devastatingly loud.... Blowing my hair back!

  • @greygardens81
    @greygardens81 Рік тому +1

    I use an AC15HWX with a blue speaker in it and I could tell B was the blue one right away. More much dynamic sounding, especially with some gain.

  • @toddwilliamson8557
    @toddwilliamson8557 Рік тому +1

    The first Marshall Major that Jim Marshall built for Ritchie Blackmore, was actually Ritchie Blackmore's AC30 Pre-Amp, put into a Marshall enclosure with a 150 watt Marshall power stage.

  • @joibjalla
    @joibjalla Рік тому

    I mainly play acoustic guitar but I have a nice Sire T7 vintage and a Vox AC15 C1. Lovely stuff. And LOUD.

  • @stevep7657
    @stevep7657 5 місяців тому

    Nice videos, thanks. Having use these amps mostly for gigging, I think both speakers are good in their own way tonally, but on stage with a band, and tuning it up a little louder, the Celestion blue speaker really stands up- I just hear it better.

  • @aitken1965
    @aitken1965 Рік тому +1

    Oh yeah, it's good to have you back in the VOX family 🙂

  • @danielstryhanyn7278
    @danielstryhanyn7278 Рік тому

    Thank you for demo. I was looking at Vox. I need something small for my room. Plus they sound amazing.

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому +1

      No problem! Check out the Ac10 and Super Minibeetle demos I've done too. Might be better for a smaller space.

    • @danielstryhanyn7278
      @danielstryhanyn7278 Рік тому

      @@landonbailey ok cool

  • @StephenOshea
    @StephenOshea Рік тому

    great amp its very special and sounds amazing

  • @Chino_kochino
    @Chino_kochino Рік тому

    A
    Great video Bales, I just looked up that speaker, that’s one hefty Sammich. 300+ clams. 😮
    Maybe later later. Well done

  • @JGStonedRaider
    @JGStonedRaider Рік тому +1

    Picked up a Vox AC10C1 and a Charvel DK24 HH this month. It's an amazing amp and a massive upgrade from my Marshall Class 5 with Plexi mods.

    • @voiceofexperience
      @voiceofexperience Рік тому

      It takes a lot to surprise me these days, but the quality of the tones I got out of the AC10C1 had me checking & rechecking the price tag the first time I tried one out.
      It remains my favourite amp for my Strats & Teles, along with my Gretsch.

  • @darvinclement3250
    @darvinclement3250 Рік тому +3

    I liked the green. I played an AC15 for the first time a few years ago. Fantastic little amp, I'd like to own one.

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому

      Right on!

    • @artprince9163
      @artprince9163 Рік тому +2

      Little amp?? This thing weighs 48.5 pounds stock before any speaker change. Don’t consider that little these days.

  • @kennethhiggs3877
    @kennethhiggs3877 3 місяці тому

    The guitar sound that l like can be heard on the Del Vikings' 1957 recording "Whispering Bells". sweet chime sound..a Tele played thru a VOX

  • @danepaulstewart8464
    @danepaulstewart8464 Рік тому +4

    Wow, the differences between the two speakers become more apparent when more distortion is on the signal.
    So often it’s the other way around.

  • @RandallWhitneyNY
    @RandallWhitneyNY Рік тому +7

    The Greenback was always my choice over the Alnico. The concept for the modern AC15 was for it to be VOX’s version of a Deluxe Reverb type lower wattage, Swiss Army knife gigging amp.

  • @mortonwilson795
    @mortonwilson795 Рік тому

    Great review - loved the Octopussy's Garden tone on the rosewood tele!

  • @Les537
    @Les537 8 місяців тому

    Every year or so I swap between the blue and green in my amp. They both have something I like. I made 2 cabs I use with another amp that uses a 12 inch green and a 10 inch gold alnico. They sound good when you can pair a greenback with an alnico.

  • @strawberrycrxme
    @strawberrycrxme 4 місяці тому

    I plan on buying a Vox AC15C1 with a blue alnico speaker for my J-Rock album, this video helped me make a decision on what speaker I should get for it, and I am 100% getting the blue alnico speaker.

  • @leesloan8216
    @leesloan8216 Рік тому

    yes I got the blind challenge right, but that's mainly because i have a 1990's vox AC15 which I fitted with a green back out of a 1971marshall cab , I really love the sound of these amps mainly because of my musical influences which include Queen, Status Quo, etc

  • @JMac.
    @JMac. Рік тому +2

    Love it!! I only have one amp(just play at home) it’s a Vox Pathfinder 15R with a real spring reverb.. it’s a fantastic sounding amp and is definitely my tone, if I get back to gigging, an AC-15 will be the choice, I can’t get enough of the Vox sound. Have a good one from the East Coast Eh!

    • @mmpatriot2170
      @mmpatriot2170 Рік тому +1

      I’ve got the same Pathfinder 15R. It’s a keeper for sure. 👍

    • @JMac.
      @JMac. Рік тому

      @@mmpatriot2170 it definitely is, I absolutely love it!

  • @artamussumatra6286
    @artamussumatra6286 Рік тому +5

    My AC-15 is Blue(and Cream) on the outside, and Green(back) on the inside. It’s my favorite amp ever, my Guitars feel the same way about it.

  • @Archtops
    @Archtops Рік тому

    I have the AC10 and love it!

  • @brownhbluee
    @brownhbluee 7 місяців тому

    the blue seams rounder and maybe more depth. I have the green backs and while some my roll there eyes, I crank the reverb to 3 o clock and push the bass past the tremble. I also have been using a slit adaptor so I can jump the channels and I dig it.

  • @ScottDreyfus
    @ScottDreyfus Рік тому +18

    I had it backwards. But I prefer the greenback tones

    • @joeschlicht
      @joeschlicht Рік тому +2

      Same for me, and I got it backwards as well.

    • @nickviolin1389
      @nickviolin1389 8 місяців тому

      Yep, got it wrong, first two clips both speakers were 'the sound of VOX' but then with distortion thought the blue sounded more like a Marshall (which is not a good thing).

  • @geschickt
    @geschickt Рік тому

    Thank you! Love this vid & dig your sense of humor too! I sort of surprised myself being able to recognize the G-12 M vs. the Blue (probably due to owning a '70-'71 Marshall 4x12 w/ original Thames-Ditton greenbacks). So in your test, I think "A" just sounded familiar(!); that characteristic flat-yet-midrange-y EQ. The Blue's reveal more top and emphasize the upper mids in a cool way--I suppose that's what makes them airier, more open sounding--and of course guitar friendly! Tele's + AC-15's/AC-30's is an incredibly versatile foundation for tons of great tones. Well done LB.

  • @dawoud8013
    @dawoud8013 Рік тому

    The rendering of the Top Boost (bass and treble knobs) is superbe !

  • @davehossack7191
    @davehossack7191 Рік тому +1

    Great vid...I agree that the AC15 tone is the best...nothing like it! Currently have a 15 with a Greenback, I had a hardwired 15 with a Blue but sold it a number of years ago - a move I regret to this day...

  • @Gottaloveguitars427
    @Gottaloveguitars427 Рік тому

    Love these amps, just picked up a red edition on Black Friday for $699 CAD. Great playing by the way, really nice video!

  • @mmpatriot2170
    @mmpatriot2170 Рік тому +1

    That was a fun video. I liked the sound of B, which turned out to be the blue.
    I picked up an AC15 head a couple of weeks ago. One of my two holy grail amps. The other is a Fender Princeton Reverb, which I picked up a couple of months ago. (It’s been a hell of year, and I’m indulging myself a bit)
    I haven’t been able to play through the AC15 yet, for lack of a speaker cab. But I do have a Celestion 12” Goldback that I found on side of the highway a while back, next to its smashed cabinet and twin brother. I’m going to build a cabinet for the Goldback, plug the AC15 head into it, and make some noise. 😁

  • @MDN1505
    @MDN1505 Рік тому

    I have the old skool model AC15CC1X. Love the Blue Alnico speaker!

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому

      nice! any differences with the older version?

  • @anthonyjwilkerson
    @anthonyjwilkerson Рік тому +1

    I've got Marshalls, 5150s, and even some vintage amps, but this is my favorite amp. It's just so versatile, cheap and reliable.

  • @charleslong6817
    @charleslong6817 8 місяців тому

    When listening in headphones I preferred the tone of speaker A. I used to have a 4x12 Marshall cabinet with greens, but I was expecting it to be the sound of the blue. So I guess I'm a little happy that the ones I liked are the one I am looking to repurchase again. Cheers.

  • @JDKingStratslinger
    @JDKingStratslinger Рік тому +21

    What kind of double talk is that, eh? It's Canadian. That said, Vox! Good enough for The Shadows, The Beatles, Petty? Good enough for me.

  • @820hurleyj
    @820hurleyj Рік тому

    Yep, nailed it.

  • @hotrodjones74
    @hotrodjones74 2 місяці тому

    I recently purchased a Vox VTX 100. It's a hybrid amp and I don't really use the amp models. I set it to the Vox AC30 TB setting and left it there. I bought the amp at a local used gear music shop for only $171 US. I'm glad I took the chance. It's replacing my previous rig. Vox + a Boss Blues Driver sounds amazing.

  • @ikigai47
    @ikigai47 9 місяців тому

    I'm a Vox fanatic (ac15c1 my favorite) and always bought a blue to run in a speaker cabinet in stereo with the amp's green speaker. It's the only clean sound that can top a Roland Jazz Chorus. I always knew the green had the edge for distorted tones (but not night and day) but in YOUR test I was surprised to find I liked the tone of the green for cleans. That said, it's a) not a fair test when the speakers aren't broken in, since they're not in their "prime" out of the box which means their tonal character is very different, and b) my FAVORITE Vox tone is with a strat in the 4 position (neck/mid pup together) and that's the benchmark I use in gauging clean Vox tones because nothing brings out that patented Vox chime quite like it. Another variable are the tubes which greatly affect tone. I have a nice collection of NOS tubes from the 50s/60s/70s that really change everything. In my tests, the green can't touch the blue in cleans. I also switched that reverb tank out fast, didn't care for it. Still though I found your out of the box test interesting, thanks for taking the time to do it. (PS: I'm listening on 8 inch M-Audio studio monitors)

  • @gben2457
    @gben2457 Рік тому +1

    Sounds nice, when I was gigging I didn't care about the effects much. I just needed a decent clean tone, and great crunch rhythm and lead tones. We didn't have a sound man, so I had to keep each volume in check.

  • @danepaulstewart8464
    @danepaulstewart8464 Рік тому

    Wow #2, you’ve got a KILLER Telecaster collection. 🤩🤩

  • @danepaulstewart8464
    @danepaulstewart8464 Рік тому +1

    The VOX AC30 and the AC15 are LEGENDS up there with Marshall PLEXIs, Fender Bassmen and Princetons, Mesa Boogies, Roland Jazz Chorus, and 5150s.
    So much so that the AC30 is included in pretty much every guitar amp modeling pedal made!
    Personally, I wouldn’t say I like the AC30 tone, I’d say I love it! Like can’t imagine playing without it.
    I didn’t even realize until just now, but currently I only own VOX amps. No JC120 or Twin Reverb or anything. Weird.
    🤘😎🤘

    • @ryanteacher8134
      @ryanteacher8134 Рік тому

      I find that Modeling amps/Pedals can emulate Marshalls and Fenders well, not their Vox emulations always sound off.

  • @rondobondo6600
    @rondobondo6600 Рік тому +1

    Hay Landon you are amazing 😁

  • @JaySellers
    @JaySellers Рік тому +2

    I like them both so much that I have one of each in an AC30 and move the mic to the one I'm in the mood for.

  • @darwinsaye
    @darwinsaye Рік тому +1

    When I had my 2000 AC30/6 TB '64 reissue, it had both one greenback and a blue alnico in it. Best of both worlds?

  • @janneelias
    @janneelias Рік тому +6

    Surprisingly I preferred the greenback. Guess I don't need to change the speakers in my vox :D

  • @Rick-Jangle
    @Rick-Jangle Рік тому +1

    I own 3 Vox amps. An AD60 VT modelling amp. Which is a fantastic little amp. A mini Super beetle, brilliant for home recording and an AC30 CC2X, my favourite but just too much amp for my home studio. Would love a British 60’s AC30, probably never happen, but I’m Vox through and through. I prefer the the AC15 with the blue, but both sound awesome.

    • @darwinsaye
      @darwinsaye Рік тому +2

      Look for a 1994 -2000 AC30/6 TB. It was the closest reissue to 1964 specs at the time, and was made at the Marshall factory in the UK.

  • @Firedancer100
    @Firedancer100 9 місяців тому +2

    I like both the blue and green backs

  • @user-ik7ul9ov3l
    @user-ik7ul9ov3l Рік тому +1

    Great video as always. I prefer blue one! sounds more clear. Lovely!

  • @BrandonOutside
    @BrandonOutside Рік тому

    You had me at Vox 🤘

  • @oceantree5000
    @oceantree5000 5 місяців тому

    Woo hoo! Got it right. I dig the greenback, and preferred it in this video as well.
    I play an older, turn of the century AC15 w only one channel. I f$ckin adore it. It’s given me the best tones of my life; absolutely impeccable edge-of-breakup. Throw a telecaster into the mix and it’s game over.

  • @justinbeech2681
    @justinbeech2681 Рік тому +1

    Not sure if I got it right but the B spkr , ie Blue Celestion has more warmth to my ears , great little amps those AC 15s

  • @beatlebassmaniacjp8311
    @beatlebassmaniacjp8311 Рік тому

    It's so crazy u posted this tonight I have a c1 that has been modded w blue Celestion I bought from a friend In payments I just paid it off last night. I'll take you posting this as a sign I made a good choice lol I love the mini super beetle I own it as well. I dig that u are vox dude u post good vids dude I have been watching u for years 😀

  • @tlstechtalk
    @tlstechtalk Рік тому +1

    I preferred the Green. It had a little more chime clean. Dirty the Green seemed a little tighter also. I had Vox tube amp. But the Blue upgrade does not sound better to me. On the other hand, my guitar is very bright, so the Blue might sound better in person.

  • @M5guitar1
    @M5guitar1 Рік тому

    I have gigged with a Vox AC15 c1 for about 10 years before my band brokeup. It's a great amp. Indoors it's perfect, outdoors it breaks up but it sounds great even though it won't play clean on outdoor stage. My neighbor slammed her kitchen window shut when I had it cranked playing LedZep and the Who won't get fooled again. I swapped the reverb tank and put JJ tubes. I have greenback stock. I have a bunch of live gigs with that amp on my channel. It sounds better crunch tones than my Mesa Lonestar. It's louder than my Fender Champ head. Great amp overall.

  • @Voxguitarsrock
    @Voxguitarsrock Рік тому

    Hard 2 Believe but one of my fav amps. Matches up with my Vox standard model 24 guitar! Cheers

  • @kevintaylor5079
    @kevintaylor5079 Рік тому

    Landon, I texted you about my Tele last week. I too have aFender studio 85 . I had it for 25 years before using it !! 90$ in repairs and I love it . I want a Vox but I also want my wife. Loving guitars can be a tough road to travel. Happy Newyear .

  • @papablue3015
    @papablue3015 Рік тому

    I've got VOX 30w XL-valvetronix I love it! Wish I could've afforded the 100watt XL or the 50xl ! Thanks

  • @aminahmed2220
    @aminahmed2220 Рік тому

    What a fantastic video

  • @jonny1251
    @jonny1251 Рік тому

    Ive tried both the Celestion Alnico Blue and Celestion Greenback. It was a tough call for me, I really like the greenbacks

  • @rickmiller7884
    @rickmiller7884 Рік тому +1

    I don't own a Vox, but I own a Spark40 and tend to use the Vox on the app more than anything else.

  • @ummagumma7826
    @ummagumma7826 Рік тому +3

    A little Audioslave? Its a great amp, great series of amps. Plays extremely well in band setting too when everyone else is buried in the middle. Awesome amateur tip - use the speaker extension if you have a spare 2x12 cab.

  • @Dreyno
    @Dreyno 8 місяців тому

    I have an AC15C1 with a Greenback. I couldn’t make up my kind between them so I bought it with the intention of buying a Celestion Alnico Blue and adding some connectors to the speaker cable so I could switch between them easily. In the end I never get the need.
    What I would like is a 1x12 speaker cab in the AC with an Alnico Blue in it. Can’t figure out why Vox don’t seem to have them for sale.

  • @topa1798
    @topa1798 Рік тому

    I like your style 👍👍

  • @lance134679
    @lance134679 Рік тому +7

    For people that generally don't like tremolo, try setting the depth really low and the rate not too fast for a subtle always-on effect that just adds a slight bit of movement to sustained notes.

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому

      thanks for the tip!

    • @rexrathtar3893
      @rexrathtar3893 Рік тому +4

      That's pretty much what I ended up as my default setting. You can also set it higher if you're playing clean and keep the playing really sparse. I like to imagine I'm playing Wembley stadium!

    • @24avenged24
      @24avenged24 Рік тому +2

      This is my default use of tremolo too, it should be more apparent when it's turned off than when it's turned on if that makes sense. Kind of like reverb, you shouldn't really be thinking about it when it's there, but when it's gone you'll notice.

  • @josephbaker7457
    @josephbaker7457 Рік тому

    I've been playing through a Vox AC15C1 for years. It's my #1 go to amp.

  • @ralphy6526
    @ralphy6526 Рік тому

    I actually surprised myself and picked B on all three sound examples. Just sounded a little better to me. Thanks for the video.

  • @skeres01
    @skeres01 9 місяців тому +3

    Pretty easy to distinguish. They do both have a great sound, but unfortunately for my bank balance, I prefer the blue. Thanks for the clear comparison.

  • @RichardWilson-dg5ny
    @RichardWilson-dg5ny 9 місяців тому

    I ID'd the speakers correctly - that Alnico blue has little extra sparkle and is a tad tighter - nice video

  • @mattdavies7809
    @mattdavies7809 Рік тому +1

    I love my ac30 c2x great cleans / overdrive ,the two blues work well at any volume weighs a ton but its worth it,anything from bedroom practice to concert hall ! If its good enough for Rory gallagher.....

  • @douglasaxtell
    @douglasaxtell 8 місяців тому +1

    Try an Eminence GA-SC64 for more bass, flatter mids and to lose a bit of the icepick. The frequency response is much like the Celestion AlNiCo blue but at half the cost.

  • @patrickshand69
    @patrickshand69 Рік тому +3

    You had me laughing your whole video man I love the dead pan in your voice it's funny as hell

  • @Bellabaddi
    @Bellabaddi Рік тому +1

    Had one, the cleans were angelic but it was way too loud and heavy for my use. Would highly recommend tho.

  • @darwinsaye
    @darwinsaye Рік тому +21

    I always found the EQ took some getting used to. You didn't mention it, but the bass and treble are weirdly interactive, for instance if you turn the treble up, it actually cuts the bass, as you could hear in your demo.

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому +2

      I didn't notice it during recoring because I was wearing ear filters, but I did notice during playback for sure

    • @absolutevalue23
      @absolutevalue23 Рік тому

      noticed that immediately as well

  • @Brianbo4
    @Brianbo4 Рік тому

    I was looking for a new affordable tube amp a few months ago. which is crazy because I was looking at every video out there on vox, alnico blues etc. and did not come across this video until now. Anyways, I was going to get a western tolex blues jr 4 with the canibus rex speaker. I was talking to my sweetwater rep and what I wanted, and how I play and he told me to check out the vox ac15, ( I already have a fender amp) originally I was going to get the greenback version because it was 699 vs the 1099 for the alnico blue new. (I think both were 100 dollars off at the time). After a million youtube videos and trying to listen through headphones on what I wanted to do, and went back and forth for a while. Mainly because of the cost difference. I ended up going with the blue and I am so glad I did. I get such beautiful tones that I could not ever get out of any other amp / speaker combo. It is fantastic, clean, OD, distortion, fuzzes, just sooooo good.

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому

      hey thanks for sharing! I just featured the amp in this video too ua-cam.com/video/ji7j93aLaLA/v-deo.html

  • @garyevans9688
    @garyevans9688 Рік тому +1

    Great video, especially enjoyed the sound of the GH Telecaster through the Vox. Just curious why you didn't play the Casino through the Vox. Keep making these great videos for all us Canucks out there. Did you ever approach LnM for any type of sponsorship ?

    • @landonbailey
      @landonbailey  Рік тому

      ya no reason for not playing the Casino. and to answer the L&M check this out:
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    • @garyevans9688
      @garyevans9688 Рік тому +1

      Landon thanks for the reply to my comments and the links to your previous videos. Keep up the great content.

  • @kosmicwizard
    @kosmicwizard Рік тому

    I prefer the Blue, I did the switch in my 15 as well. Yours sounds absolutely fantastic with the Tele, that's the best, imho. Take care, Landon!

  • @gregmock6808
    @gregmock6808 Рік тому +3

    I've had the Vox VT20+ for a long time with the 5 button 8 bank footswitch and it has every effect you'd ever want and you can customize them...great little amp that I use in stereo with a Fender Champion 30 that I love..those two amps together are awesome....the Vox is a studio tool and the Fender is the throw in the car and go jam with some friends amp. I have zero need for loud amps at this point in my life.

  • @mikewhitfield2994
    @mikewhitfield2994 Рік тому +1

    That's so beautiful. Love Vox amps, though I own none other than a couple minis, bass and guitar. Good mini amps but no real Vox top-boosted sound on the guitar amp (one's a mini bass amp.) Love the older Tom Petty stuff where Mike Campbell's rocking Vox amps.

  • @gregmock6808
    @gregmock6808 Рік тому +1

    I guessed correctly! That's a great sounding amp....tremolos have one slow speed I like for slow ballads sometime...not a fan of the fast modes ..Did you get a new tele? Haven't seen that one before.

  • @jackblack2321
    @jackblack2321 Рік тому +1

    I was just talking about this amp yesterday