VOX Amplification USA AC15C1 - Manual (Page 8)

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AC15C1 FRONT PANEL LAYOUT
POWER
1. POWER Switch This is the ON/OFF switch for the power to the amplifier. Please ensure the ampli-
fier is switched off and unplugged before being moved.
2. STANDBY Switch This switch allows the amplifier to attain the correct working temperature before
applying the H.T. supply. Before connecting the amplifier to the Mains supply,
ensure the Power and STANDBY switches are in the off position. Turn on the
POWER switch first and then wait 2–3 minutes before turning on the STANDBY
switch. Doing this each time you play helps prolong tube life. The STANDBY
switch is also very useful for playing live as it allows you to keep the valves at a
functional temperature between sets.
MASTER
3. VOLUME control This controls the overall (MASTER) VOLUME of your amplifier. Cleaner sounds
can be achieved by lowering the NORMAL or TOP BOOST volumes and raising
the MASTER. Setting the MASTER lower and the NORMAL and TOP BOOST
volumes higher will give you a fatter, more distorted tone at a lower volume.
As with all the controls of this amplifier, please experiment with different configu-
rations to find the tones that fit your playing style.
4. TONE CUT control This circuit is placed in the power amp as opposed to the preamp section like the
TREBLE and BASS controls. What this does is the opposite of what you may
think. Turning it clockwise will decrease the higher frequencies and turning it
counterclockwise will add higher frequencies.
TREMOLO
This section allows you to control the TREMOLO for both channels on this amplifier by adjusting the
Speed and Depth. You can remotely switch the TREMOLO on or off with the Optional VFS2A Foot
Switch.
5. DEPTH control This controls the DEPTH (intensity) of the built-in TREMOLO.
6. SPEED control As you might have guessed, this controls the SPEED of the built-in TREMOLO.
What is TREMOLO?
Tremolo is a Vintage Guitar Amplifier effect that hails from the Brit invasion during the 60’s. Essentially
it’s like having someone sat next to your amplifier turning the master volume up and down! Having
the Depth Control set to maximum will give a very dramatic effect, making your guitar sounding very
choppy, you can adjust how quickly the volume is turned up and down with the speed control. Best
thing to do is experiment to find your perfect sound.
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