Steve Levine gives a producer's perspective: VOX AC Amplifier Series

Join legendary music producer, Steve Levine, in his studio as he shares his journey with Vox AC series amps, illustrating their versatility and impact on music history. From his first encounter with a Vox amp in his school days to working with iconic bands like The Clash, Steve delves into the unique sounds and characteristics that have made Vox amps a staple in recording studios and stages worldwide.
Discover how the Vox AC series adapted through the eras, from The Beatles and The Shadows to glam rock, punk, and on into the 80s with their signature clean, chimey sounds enhanced by studio effects and pedals. Learn about Steve's three trademark sounds of the Vox AC: the vibey tremolo, the legendary chime, and the crunchy distortion, all of which have left a lasting imprint on countless records.
Get a producer's-eye view on how different models, like the AC10, AC15C1X and AC30C2, cater to various recording needs, and hear Steve's personal experiences with renowned guitarists and their unique interactions with these amps.
Whether you're a guitarist, a music enthusiast, or an audio professional, this video offers a rare glimpse into the world of music production and the timeless appeal of Vox AC amps. Dive into the sound that shaped decades of music history with Steve Levine!
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00:00 Steve’s history
00:45 The transition from rock to new punk
01:31 The rise of outboard effects
02:36 The three trademark sounds of a Vox AC
05:09 The Gary Moore sound and having the right tone
05:56 Steve’s house amp - the AC15C1X
06:30 Size doesn’t always matter - the AC10 Custom
06:58 The most famous AC of all time - AC30
08:15 The single speaker advantage - the AC30S1
08:35 The advantage of a head over a combo
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[@gato_urzua]

Amo los vox.. tengo mi ac15, ac10 y mv50❤❤.. saludos de chile 😊🤟🎸🎸

[@hoboroadie4623]

Maybe y'all could bring back the AC100. Not everyone is trying to turn it down.

[@bassplayer8815]

That would be heaven. They need to really try some of those other amps

[@vincentl.9469]

@@bassplayer8815 why? back in the day they got very hot inside??

[@bassplayer8815]

@@vincentl.9469 Because they're cool amps. They can be opened up around the back for some of them like what Vox did to some of them in the later 60s. And some aren't so needed in the case of the UL series

[@oolivv]

I'm just waiting for a "tonemaster" version a the AC line, please!

[@vincentl.9469]

The Shadows inspired the AC30 - not The Beatles & Merseybeat

[@johndrowe5281]

Chinese made? Why not use the, imvho, much better and stronger built UK made? The Chinese made ACs do have Master vol control and reverbs, but otherwise, UK built is my overwhelming choice…(I realise expense comes into play, but so it does in studio time as well)…
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