Iconic British Chime with Upgraded Creamback Punch: Vox AC15C1-VB
The Guitar Sanctuary is pleased to offer this Pre-Owned Vox AC15C1-VB 15-Watt 1x12 Tube Combo Amplifier in the rare Vintage Black (VB) edition, featuring a classic black diamond front grille cloth and an upgraded 12" Celestion C12M-65 Creamback speaker.
This amp DOES NOT include its original box or documentation, but does include a cloth slip cover.
The Vox AC15 has been a cornerstone of rock, indie, and worship guitar tone for over six decades. Powered by two EL84 power tubes and three 12AX7 preamp tubes, the AC15C1-VB delivers everything from shimmering vintage top-end chime to articulate EL84 power-tube overdrive. This limited "VB" edition replaces standard grille cloth with a sleek black diamond pattern for a stealthy, vintage-inspired aesthetic on stage or in the studio.
The factory-equipped Celestion C12M-65 Creamback speaker elevates this unit beyond standard AC15 builds. With 65 watts of power handling, the Creamback retains the iconic Greenback vocal character while adding a warmer low-end focus, broader midrange headroom, and a smooth, non-fatiguing high end when pushed hard.
Features twin channels (Normal and Top Boost), master volume, classic tremolo with depth and speed controls, and authentic spring reverb, making it a versatile pedal platform or standalone tube driver.
Sanctuary Product Intelligence
Tone Profile: Chimey Top-End Air, Warm Punchy Lows, Vocal Midrange Drive, Smooth Creamback Overdrive, High Dynamic Sensitivity.
Best For: Indie Rock, British Invasion, Worship, Blues, Studio Recording, Small to Mid-Sized Stage Gigs.
Compared To: Vox AC15C1 Greenback, Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb, Marshall Studio Classic SC20C, Supro Delta King 12.
Sanctuary Condition & Expert Note: "This unit is in Excellent operational condition, showing only minor cosmetic scrapes on the Tolex consistent with light stage or studio use. The Creamback speaker gives this AC15 noticeably smoother top-end breakup and better bottom-end punch than standard stock models—an absolute workhorse tube combo."
Technical Specifications & Operational Attributes:
- Brand: Vox Amplification
- Model: AC15C1-VB (Vintage Black Limited Edition)
- Power Output: 15 Watts RMS into 16 Ohms
- Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7
- Power Tubes: 2 x EL84
- Speaker: 12" Celestion C12M-65 Creamback (16 Ohm)
- Channels: Normal and Top Boost (Independent Volume & Tone Controls)
- Effects: Built-in Spring Reverb & Tremolo (Speed/Depth)
- Aesthetics: Black Tolex with Black Diamond Front Grille Cloth
- Outputs: Extension Speaker Jack & External Speaker Jack
- Condition: Pre-Owned (Excellent Operational Condition; minor cosmetic scrapes on Tolex)
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