FOREWORD

In the popular domain of “Classic Rock” Brian May needs no introduction. Thanks to his expansive body of work with Queen, he is quite literally a global institution. In addition to being one of the genre’s finest songwriters and arrangers, fans and

critics alike consider him to be one of rock’s most distinctive and tasteful guitarists. And, just like his unique playing style, Brian’s instantly recognisable guitar tone is highly revered, fortifying his status as a living legend.

As you know, throughout his lengthy and highly successful career Brian has always been associated with Vox amps and his celebrated wall of nine AC30 combos is a “Brian May trademark” that is instantly recognized in all four corners of the globe. As soon as said “wall” is spotted on a stage, the audience immediately knows who is going to be plugging into it!

What isn’t as well known is the source of many of Brian’s most celebrated recorded tones. Believe it or not, many of them have been made using a tiny, homemade combo that was built for him by Queen’s bassist, John Deacon, back in the early ‘70s. Because of its maker’s name, this unique and wonderful sounding little device was christened the “Deacy” amp and, as just stated, its unique voice can be heard on some of Brian’s and Queen’s most famous recordings, including “The Fairy Feller’s Master-stroke” & “Bijou”, to name but two.

By working extremely closely with Brian, we are proud to offer you this exciting

new product — the Brian May Special...

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Vox VBM1 owner manual Foreword