Reddit reviews [OLD MODEL] Vox amPlug AC30 Guitar Headphone Amp

Really thoughtful present! I will say, however, often the headphone out for amplifiers is shockingly bad. It just sounds overly distorted, fuzzy, and not very inspiring. I'd recommend looking into something like this as well to keep a nice sound :)

http://www.tetonguitars.com/steu102-series/ has headphone jacks, don't need amp. Many budget solid bodys have headphone ins, this is probably the easiest solution. edit: i think the teton line is the spiritual successor to the eleukes, which are pretty hit or miss in terms of quality, especially recently.

If you get something like a risa stick which doesn't have headphone in you can get something like this http://www.amazon.com/Vox-amPlug-AC30-Guitar-Headphone/dp/B000ZMYRJS/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1407507529&sr=8-11&keywords=headphone+amp

You can try one of these : http://www.amazon.com/Vox-amPlug-AC30-Guitar-Headphone/dp/B000ZMYRJS

They come in different models, with different sounds. If I remember correctly, you can just plug any pair of headphones with the regular jack made to be plugged into smartphones and mp3 players, and play just like that. They work on batteries and sound pretty good for such little things.

PS: You can get most of the above in kits or combos. Many practice amps have build in tuners and metronomes for example. Korg makes a combo metronome/tuner. Guitar kits come with an amp, a guitar, an instrument cable, and they sometimes throw in a bag, strap, and picks.

Another thing to consider: If you will always be practicing through headphones, instead of an actual amp, you can get a headphone amp, which can save you some cash, and provide sounds similar to very expensive classic amps like the AC30.

Vox AC30 Headphone Amp. $40 solution that sounds awesome.

This would be a good option. I can attest, that this thing sounds good, to a surprising degree. Not the cheapest, but not bad.

http://www.amazon.com/Vox-amPlug-AC30-Guitar-Headphone/dp/B000ZMYRJS

What about a headphone amp? Is that any good? I mean, I'll probably be using the headphone jack on a actual amp anyway. I don't wanna make too much noise.

Does anyone have any experience with something like this headphone amp?

Check out something like this

All these folks are telling you to buy USB interfaces and download software. Fuck that. If all you want to do is jam along to some songs then get one of these http://www.amazon.co.uk/Vox-amPlug-Headphone-Guitar-Amplifier/dp/B000ZMYRJS
It plugs in to your bass (like a lead would). It has a headphone output on it and an AUX input. Plug the output from your computer (the headphone socket) in to the AUX on this thing. Turn it on and you are good to go. They make them for bass and guitar and do varying models. I have one and use it all the time for late night practicing.

hmm, what about this? http://www.amazon.com/Vox-amPlug-AC30-Guitar-Headphone/dp/B000ZMYRJS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1413249871&sr=8-2&keywords=vox+ac+30+plug+amp

http://www.amazon.com/Vox-amPlug-AC30-Guitar-Headphone/dp/B000ZMYRJS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1406512578&sr=8-1&keywords=amplug

I use one of these, a korg volca beats as a metronome (plugged into the aux input on the amplug), and a pair of closed ear headphones. it's tight, you can practice, you can customize your metronome (unfortunately due to the limitations of the volca beats, you can't input 'songs' .. maybe replace that with a small drum machine of some other type). no need to interface with a computer. not the BEST tone, but it works. not exactly recording an ac/dc album, y'know?

OR maybe a pignose?

I'm starting out too but, sadly, an amp is out of the question for me as I live in an apartment. I've been considering getting a Vox headphone amp and a pair of Sennheisers. Does that sound like a good alternative? Is there a better option?

Best compromise: one of these on amazon. This way you can practice anywhere, and just keep it in your guitar's case. Also lets you try out different amps, and then you can decide which to buy in real life

You're welcome! Well I'm actually about to buy a Vox amPlug after this week, which is a 2x AAA battery powered gadget that plugs into the jack output of your guitar, apt hen you plug in any headphones and you've got a great tone and practise rig. I'm getting this one, but this other one would be good for jazz.

I'm a rock and metal player, but I have dabbled in jazz. An Epiphone Dot is the perfect place to start. Granted it's not the cheapest, but it'll last you a very long time and it sounds fantastic. Other than that, a Squier Telecaster is great choice because they're so versatile.

In terms of amps, Fender is almost certainly your best bet if you're looking for beautiful cleans. Fender amps range from practice to recording to full-on gigging amps, so there'a bound to be one for you. Until then though, a Vox amPlug or a Marshall mini stack would be a great way to kick start your guitar playing.