Vox MV50 Clean 50-watt Hybrid Tube Guitar Amp Head

Gearank High Notes

• 2022.08: Highest Rated Guitar Amp Head between $200 and $300
• 2021.05: Highest Rated Guitar Amp Head between $200 and $300

On November 22, 2022 we announced the results of our annual analysis of guitar amp brands – Vox ranked #3.On October 18, 2021 we announced the results of our annual analysis of guitar amp brands – Vox ranked #5.

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The Vox MV50 Clean is a compact amplifier head designed mainly for clean tones. It features Korg Nutube technology, which replicates the behavior of traditional tubes using modern materials.

This results in a more compact, affordable, and efficient design. It maintains a warm tube sound with the added convenience of a solid-state amp.

The MV50 has a tube preamp paired with a solid-state power amp, making it a hybrid. It is equipped with a simple volume, treble, and bass control knobs.

The clean tones produced by the MV50 make it an excellent platform for using pedals, especially for dense reverbs and long delays.

It is reminiscent of Fender Blackface amps or Roland JC series amplifiers, maintaining clarity even with multiple effects.

The amp’s small size also makes it well-suited for smaller gig venues. However, the lack of built-in overdrive and reverb may be seen as a limitation.

Still, the MV50 excels at its specific role as a clean pedal platform. If you’re looking for a tube amp that can handle dense soundscapes without saturating too early, the Vox MV50 is an ideal choice.

If you’re a fan of the classic Vox tone and seeking a guitar combo amp, Vox offers several options in this price range, including the hybrid Vox AV15.

Specifications

• Power: 50W
• Preamp: 6P1 NuTube
• Effects: None
• Input: 1 x 1/4″
• Outputs: 1 x 1/4″ (Speaker Out), 1 x 1/4″ (Headphones/Line)
• Weight: 1.32 lbs.