Originally Posted by
piebaldpython
Hey, all you VOXERS out there. I'm curious about some things re VOX ADVT line:
1) Do they take pedals well?
2) Is the GAIN knob as effective on your amps as it is on tube amps to dial in some crunch or distortion?
3) Any "downsides" to the AD30VT line?
I use a TS-9 Tubescreamer, Boss OD-3, and a Boss ME-50 with my AD50VT 212 and the amp takes pedals very well in my opinion.
The gain knob is very responsive...you can get tons of gain on some of the Marshall, Mesa, and Soldano models...put it this way, you can find practically any sound you want with it.
Reliability is reportedly an issue, although I've never had any problems with my Vox amps...I had the AD100VT and eventually went with the AD50VT for better volume control.
If you're looking at the AD30VT, I'd recommend spending a few bucks more and get the 50-watter with a 12" speaker.
Guitars: 2003 and 2004 American series strats, Squier Classic Vibe 50's Strat, Squier Deluxe Strat.
Amps: Line 6 Spider IV 120, Vox AD50VT 212, and Peavey Transtube Bandit 112.
Pedals: Digitech Bad Monkey.