Introduction
The VOX NT15H-G2 Night Train G2 is a professional, high-performance 15-watt all-tube guitar amplifier head designed to bridge the gap between vintage chime and aggressive high-gain power. Engineered specifically for studio session guitarists, active live performers, and home recording enthusiasts, this compact "lunchbox" amp head features a striking black metallic mirror-finish chassis and an integrated suitcase-style handle, fitting beautifully into minimalist desktop setups and road-ready live rigs.
Main Features
The defining strength of the VOX NT15H-G2 lies in its uncompromising, all-tube class-AB circuitry and dual-channel layout. The amplifier is driven by three 12AX7 preamp tubes and two EL84 power tubes—sharing the exact same highly responsive tube complement as VOX's legendary AC15 combo.
To cover the complete tonal spectrum, the head features two distinct, footswitchable channels. The BRIGHT channel delivers VOX's iconic, glassy clean chime and classic British crunch, further augmented by a physical THICK switch. Engaging the THICK switch completely bypasses the tone control circuit to boost the preamp gain, delivering a massive, crunchy drive perfect for blues and classic rock leads. The GIRTH channel is meticulously voiced to produce a crushing, modern high-gain sound with thick sustain, ideal for heavy rock and metal players.
The G2 series introduces an integrated, studio-quality digital reverb to add three-dimensional depth directly to your dry signal, along with a dedicated series FX Loop (Send/Return) to route your delays, modulations, and reverbs perfectly in the signal chain. A rear-panel DI output with built-in speaker simulation allows for quiet direct recording or direct routing to live mixing consoles.
Usage Scenarios
- Studio: Capture authentic, warm all-tube tones directly in your desktop workspace, connecting the head's simulated line-out directly to your audio interface.
- Live performance: Command the stage with 15 watts of robust Class-AB tube projection, running the dual channels through your favorite 1×12 or 2×12 cabinets.
- Practice: Run silent late-night practices and dial in ambient soundscapes using the high-quality onboard digital reverb.
- Recording: Route your favorite delay and modulation pedals correctly in your signal path, utilizing the low-noise series FX Loop.
- Education: Instruct students on historical tube saturation and gain staging, demonstrating how bypassing EQ circuits boosts gain via the Thick switch.
Features
- All-tube 15-watt Class-AB amplifier head delivers authentic, touch-sensitive vacuum tube response.
- Identical tube complement as the legendary AC15, using three 12AX7 preamps and two EL84 power tubes.
- Dual-channel design offers distinct BRIGHT (vintage chime/crunch) and GIRTH (modern high-gain) voices.
- Front-panel THICK switch bypasses the EQ stack to boost preamp gain for a fat, crunchy tone.
- Onboard high-quality digital reverb adds spacious, three-dimensional depth to your tone.
- Series FX Loop (Send/Return jacks) allows for correct, low-noise integration of external pedals.
- Front-panel DARK switch tames high-frequency harshness for a warmer, heavier tonal character.
- Stunning black metallic mirror-finish chassis with an iconic vintage suitcase-style handle.
- Flexible outputs support 8-ohm and 16-ohm speaker cabinets for versatile cabinet matching.
- Compatible with the optional VFS2A foot switch for hands-free channel and mode switching.
Technical Specs
- Amplifier Type: All-Tube Class-AB Head
- Power Output: 15 Watts RMS into 8 Ohms or 16 Ohms
- Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7
- Power Amp Tubes: 2 x EL84
- Channels: 2 (BRIGHT / GIRTH, footswitchable)
- Bright Channel Controls: Gain, Thick Switch
- Girth Channel Controls: Gain, Volume
- Shared Tone Controls: Bass, Middle, Treble
- Master Controls: Master Volume, Reverb, Dark Switch (tames high frequencies), Channel Selector
- Inputs: 1 x 1/4-inch Instrument Jack, 1 x 1/4-inch Footswitch Jack (for optional VFS2A), 1 x 1/4-inch FX Loop Return Jack
- Outputs: 1 x 1/4-inch FX Loop Send Jack, 1 x 1/4-inch DI Out (with speaker simulation), 1 x 16-Ohm Speaker Output Jack, 1 x 8-Ohm Speaker Output Jack (or dual 16-Ohm jacks)
- Cabinet Finish: Metallic Black with Diamond Grille and Suitcase Handle
- Dimensions: 370 mm (W) x 155 mm (D) x 180 mm (H)
- Weight: 7.3 kg (approx. 16.1 lbs)
CK Music Staff Recommendation
The CK Music team recommends the VOX NT15H-G2 (Night Train 15H G2) for guitarists, home recording engineers, and gigging players who want the authentic, touch-sensitive warmth of an AC15 tube amp but need modern high-gain capabilities and portability. Standard lunchbox tube heads are often limited to a single channel, forcing players to rely entirely on pedals for heavy distortion. The NT15H-G2 completely solves this, packing classic glassy VOX cleans, a footswitchable Thick boost, and a dedicated Girth high-gain channel into a compact 7.3 kg metal chassis. Backed by a studio-quality reverb, built-in FX loop, and cabinet-simulated direct out, it is an exceptionally smart, versatile, and road-ready head.