Vox AC30.36 Normal (1960) - Normal preset

Verified · 85/100 confidence. Complete schematic. All component values readable. Parameters derived directly from the circuit.

The 1960 AC30.36 Normal is the earliest production AC30, featuring the classic Bright channel configuration before the introduction of the Top Boost circuit. It uses the same four-EL84 Class A power section that defines all AC30s and is historically significant as one of the most copied amp circuits in history.

• Years produced: 1960–1962
• Made in: UK
• Wattage: 30W
• Channels: 2
• Preamp tubes: 3× ECC83
• Power tubes: 4× EL84

Known for: The Beatles, Hank Marvin.

Tags: british, el84, chime, class-a, vintage, historic.

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