{"product_id":"vox-ac-4-hand-wired-1x12-combo","title":"Vox AC-4 Hand-wired 1x12 Combo","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTimeless Tone for Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eDon’t be fooled by its size – the VOX AC4 has been a powerful studio tool across music history. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWith the AC4 Hand-Wired, that legacy lives on – reborn with painstaking attention to vintage accuracy and updated with modern refinements that make it perfect for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ethe studio, home practice, and small gigs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis is more than a reissue. It’s a complete \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ereconstruction of a vintage legend\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e hand-wired and fine-tuned to bring the ’60s sound back to life. Featuring hand-wired circuitry, custom transformers, and vintage-accurate cabinet construction, this amplifier aligns classic British tone with modern necessities including bypass-able master volume, a transparent effects loop, and custom-voiced spring reverb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eNow, the unmistakable sound of a vintage VOX is finally within reach. Built for vintage enthusiasts, aficionados, and modern players alike. The AC4 Hand-Wired delivers the unmistakable voice of VOX!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eVintage Tone, Meticulously Recreated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike typical single-ended 4-watt amps that produce a fuzzy distortion when pushed, the AC4 Hand-Wired takes a completely different approach. To capture the signature VOX sound, our engineers intentionally added a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ephase inverter stage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, not typically found in a single-ended design. This allows the amp to generate the same push-pull-style harmonics as larger VOX models, preserving the essential character that defines the AC series. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe phase inverter distortion is different from preamp overdrive, imparting a texture and openness that simply can’t be replicated with pedals alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe AC4 Hand-Wired goes beyond schematic replication to recreate essential details like this, ensuring the amp responds with the same musicality and depth as its ’60s predecessors. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis recreation started with sourcing and analyzing an original 1962 AC4, measuring its precise electrical behavior, and mapping out the subtleties in its performance. As a result, the AC4 Hand-Wired features a newly-designed power circuit that recreates the classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003evoltage “sag”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. This subtle drop under heavy playing can change the overall feel of the amp in the player’s fingertips, creating natural compression and sustain. But while vintage amps are prone to ghost notes and noise, the AC4 Hand-Wired delivers the right feel while remaining quiet and reliable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eA critical piece of the vintage puzzle is the output transformer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe AC4 Hand-Wired uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ecustom-wound transformer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e developed through rigorous prototyping, capturing the bell-like highs and complex harmonic layering that makes every note bloom. The subtle winding variations affect the midrange character and saturation behavior, so no effort was spared to match the magic of the 1963 original.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAnother innovation lies in the use of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eslight negative feedback\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, inspired by the 1959 AC6. While classic VOX amps are known for lacking negative feedback, VOX engineers cleverly applied just a touch in the AC4 Hand-Wired, maintaining the amp’s clarity and balance even at low volumes, without sacrificing the lively VOX character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eVintage Cabinet Resonance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eLooks can be deceiving. While many assume vintage AC4s were built with heavy wood panels, our research revealed otherwise. The AC4 Hand-Wired features a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003emm birch ply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e cabinet to match the specs of ’60s models, enhancing resonance and creating an open, three-dimensional feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePaired with a single 12″ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCelestion G12M Greenback \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003espeaker, the cabinet sings with the warmth and sparkle that defined countless rock recordings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe Iconic VOX Voice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe AC4 Hand-Wired features the classic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTop Boost channel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, delivering the chime and drive that have shaped the sound of VOX over the decades. The separate Treble, Bass, and Volume controls offer precise tonal shaping, letting you dial in anything from crystalline jangle to full-bodied crunch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTrue to its heritage, this amp remains touch-sensitive, expressive, and harmonically complex, whether you’re clean or cranked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFET-Driven Spring Reverb, Refined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike amps with limited reverb circuits, the AC4 Hand-Wired features a genuine spring reverb driven through a FET stage, chosen for its minimal coloration and tube-like performance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe dedicated output transformer is designed specifically for matching the impedance of these signals, delivering lush, present reverb tones. Dial in your sound with the reverb’s Level control, and use the included footswitch for instant reverb bypass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTransparent, Pedalboard-Ready FX Loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eModern players demand flexibility, and the AC4 Hand-Wired delivers with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFET-buffered effects loop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e designed for maximum clarity. Unlike effect loops that color your tone, the FET circuitry provides transparency – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ekeeping your modulation and time-based effects pristine, even when the amp is pushed into overdrive. And for purists, it’s fully bypass-able.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCompact Yet Powerful\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eDespite its modest 4-watt output via a single EL84 power tube, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAC4 Hand-Wired offers clean headroom, while still delivering glorious breakup when driven. Combined with the innovative circuitry and upgraded transformer, it delivers a sonic footprint beyond that of its size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIt’s the perfect choice for players who crave authentic VOX tones at volumes suitable for home studios, rehearsals, or intimate live performances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTimeless Craftsmanship and Style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFrom the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ecopper control panel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ebrass vent grills \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eand classic VOX badge, the AC4 Hand-Wired is a celebration of VOX’s unmatched heritage. It’s not just an amp – it’s a piece of rock history reborn for today’s guitarist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePlug in, turn up and experience the legendary tone of VOX.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003cspan\u003ex12 Combo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChannels:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Top Boost \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Top Boost Channel = Volume, Treble, Bass. 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