Bigger Vox-Box: Tech 21 Liverpool Deluxe

The Liverpool Deluxe

When Andrew Barta and his company Tech 21 released the first Sansamp in 1989 in was a game-changer.  I know that term is used and abused but this time it’s deserved.  Before the days of digital amp modeling, recording the sound of a huge guitar required...well.. a huge-ass guitar amp.  The Sansamp’s all-tube circuitry and unique controls could get closer than any device before it at delivering real amp-like tones at bedroom volume.

Tech 21's Character Series Pedals

SansAmp Classic

Throughout the years, Tech 21 has produced many variations of the Sansamp including bass models and midi-rack units.  In recent years they have introduced their Character series.  Each of these single-switch boxes emulate a classic manufacturers family of amps in a single device!  These next-generation units have won over many purists over who want tube-tone without the large package and price tag.  Great for direct recording or going straight to the board for live situations.  No digital menus to scroll through.  Just good ole’ knobs.


Enter the Liverpool Deluxe...





Speaking of Liverpool....Please Stop Ringo!!!
Tech 21 has offered for a while the VT Bass Deluxe which is an expanded, multi-preset pedal based on the famed Ampeg line of bass amps.  The Liverpool Deluxe is just that but takes it’s sonic cues from the legendary Vox guitar amp line.  

It’s only available direct from Tech 21’s Private Stock collection and in limited quantity with an asking price of $309.  Here’s what they have to say about it:

"The Deluxe version of the Liverpool SansAmp Character Series features a combination of a warm, all-analog signal path and convenient digital recall. There are 6 program locations and dual inputs for two instruments to be on-line, ready to go. Create three custom tones for each input or use all six locations for a single instrument. And you can program the FX loop to engage your favorite effect each time a so-designated preset is selected. Super simple to operate, changes can easily be made on the fly --without having to refer to the owner’s manual. You just turn the knobs to a setting you like, double click on a footswitch and it’s saved in that channel.
That distinctive diamond grille tone is yours for the tweaking. From the jangle of mop-top pop to the top-boosted growl of mod rock, this amp style has a voice that shook generations. Tuned to deliver the growl of English Alnico Bulldog-style speakers, this pedal also gets thick with rich, even harmonics as the Character control is pushed harder. Push it to the limit and it will, it will, rock you."

A demo of the "non-deluxe" Liverpool


For more info drop by Tech 21's Private Stock page.