An Appraisal Of The Vox AmPlug Headphone Amp
A large amount of guitar players really love Vox, perhaps it is the retro styling, the universally distinguishable tone or the undeniable fact that it is a name which has survived the test of time. Whatever the case Vox have just recently released a variety of headphone amps (the Amplug series) and the question is how does the Vox amPlug sound when put next to the remainder of the vox range? This review attempt to offer an insight into the features of this new release from Vox.
First some specifications:
- Available in a selection of tones including: Rock, Metal and authentic AC30
- Is composed of 100% analog circuit
- 1 pound/3.2 ounces
- 2 AAA batteries needed
- Japanese made
Positive evaluations of the Vox AmPlug
First things first, how does it sound and how does it compare to the Vox range. Well in all honesty it sounds superb and remarkably like the Vox AC30 (*please note the model we review here is the AC30). I would put this down to the analogue circuitry, there’s no digital to be found in this amplifier and in my view this makes the amplifier much more responsive to the nuances of your playing. If you back of a little the amplifier responds however if you attack the strings a touch more you get a nice snarl to your tone that can really only be matched by an analogue amplifier.
Is it any good for recording?
It has just the single headphone input which restricts things somewhat so far as recording goes but you can plug directly from the headphone jack into your recording gear so this should not truly hold you back. It is more than acceptable for home recording but pay attention you really do need the batteries close to totally charged to get the very best out of this amplifier. Once the batteries begin to get down a little the tone does fall away.
Think about another practice amp if:
- You need something a touch more robust. The only true disadvantage to the Amplug AC30 is the device itself feels a little inexpensively made.
- You need a line out as well as headphone out.
- It can get a little noisy as the output is a little low which can force you to make the amp strain more than it should for recording.
- The batteries must be fresh to get the best out of it.
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October 29, 2011
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Posted by Jam Man
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