Cons
- Niche appeal, may not suit some guitarists.
- Has no reverb.
- Requires regular battery replacement.
Pros
- Captures Brian May’s iconic Red Special guitar and AC30 amp tone.
- Small and easy to carry.
- AC30 + Treble Booster.
- Includes stereo delay, phaser, and chorus.
- Features “We Will Rock You” stomps and claps for practice.
- Long battery life.
Launched at NAMM 2023, Vox’s new amPlug is inspired by the tone of an iconic guitar player. To be specific, this small, portable amp is created to replicate the unique tone of Brian May, guitarist of the legendary band “Queen,”.
Developed in collaboration with Brian May himself, this amPlug captures the sound of his Red Special guitar and AC30 amplifier.
This gives you access to his classic tone anytime, anywhere, by simply plugging into any electric guitar and a standard set of guitar headphone.
One of the main features is the AC30 + Treble Booster setting, which recreates Brian May’s signature sound. This setting delivers the warm, saturated tones and distinctive harmonics he is known for.
This amplug model also includes additional effects like stereo delay with tap tempo, phaser, and chorus. This gives you a range of sounds to experiment with.
Furthermore, it has built-in rhythm patterns. This includes the famous “We Will Rock You” stomps and claps, which are ideal for practice sessions and jamming along with this iconic Queen track.
The Brian May AmPlug is designed for convenience, running on 2xAAA batteries for up to 15 hours of playtime. It has gain, tone, and volume controls, and its foldable jack mechanism can plug into any guitar.
This headphone amp for guitar is a great option for guitar players who want to emulate Brian May’s sound without investing in expensive equipment.
But whether you’re a Queen fan or just in need of a portable amp for practice, the amPlug Brian May provides an accessible and affordable solution.
Specifications
- Tone: 9 x Rhythms (We Will Rock You, Rock, Pop1, Blues, Funk, Jazz, R&B, Pop2, Metronome
- Effects: 2 x Delay, Phaser, Chorus
- Controls: Gain, Tone, Volume, Rhythym
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4″ plug, 1 x 1/8″ TRRS (aux in)
- Headphone output: 1 x 1/8″ TRS
- Power Source: 2 x AAA batteries (Up to 15 hours)
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