TC Helicon Play Acoustic Vocal and Acoustic Guitar Effects Stompbox

TC Helicon Play Acoustic is a vocal and acoustic guitar effects stompbox designed for live performance and rehearsal environments. It enables combined vocal processing, acoustic guitar tone shaping, and looping for singer-songwriters, supporting solo and small ensemble workflows. This makes it ideal for stage scenarios where integrated vocal and guitar control is critical.

The system operates as a floor-based processor that routes microphone and guitar signals through dedicated effects engines. Internal processing applies vocal effects, guitar effects, and looping while managing input levels and output routing.

Performers can manage vocals and guitar from a single unit during live use. Preset-based control and footswitch operation support hands-free performance workflows.

Key Features

• Integrated Vocal and Guitar Processing: Combines vocal effects, guitar effects, and looping in one stompbox
• BodyRez Processing: Applies acoustic guitar filtering and EQ for direct input use
• VLOOP Looper: Supports looping with undo redo and overdub functionality
• Preset-Based Operation: Provides access to song and artist inspired presets
• USB Connectivity: Supports audio streaming, preset management, and firmware updates
• Remote Mic Control Support: Compatible with supported microphone control systems

Technical Specifications

Included Effects
Vocal FX
µMod
Delay
Reverb
Harmony
Double
Transducer
Tone
HardTune and Correction
Chorus
BodyRez
Guitar Anti-feedback

Guitar FX
Reverb
Delay
Chorus
BodyRez
Guitar Anti-feedback
Tuner

Control
100+ Song and Artist Inspired Presets, Memory for 500
Simple Vocal and Guitar FX Editing via Direct Access Buttons
Direct Access to Favorite, Genre, Mix and Setup Menus
Preset Up Down and HIT Footswitch
Graphics LCD Display
Bump-Protected Mic Level
Dual-Colour Backlit Buttons

Design
Height: 1.8 inches (45 mm)
Width: 7.9 inches (200 mm)
Depth: 6.1 inches (156 mm)
Weight: 2.2 lb (1 kg)
Construction: Dual die-cast clamshell design
Acrylic Lens
Punch-cut Metal connection panel
Rubberized footings
Backlit Graphic LCD Display

Analog Inputs
Connectors: Mic balanced XLR, Guitar unbalanced 1/4 TS, Aux 1/8 stereo mini jack
Impedance Balanced Unbalanced: Mic 2.14 1.07 kOhm
EIN @ Max Mic Gain Rg 150 Ohm: -127 dBu
Mic SNR: >104 dB
Phantom Power: +48V on off via Setup menu
Guitar Input impedance: 1 MOhm
Guitar Input Level @ 0 dBFS: 12 dBu
Guitar Input SNR: >115 dB
Aux Input Level @ 0 dBu: +2 dBu
A to D Conversion: 24 bit, 128 x oversampling bitstream, 110 dB SNR A-weighted

Analog Outputs
D to A Conversion: 24 bit, 128 x oversampling bitstream, 115 dB SNR A-weighted
Connectors balanced: XLR
Output Impedance Balanced Unbalanced: 80 40 Ohm
XLR Output 0 dBFS: +2 dBu
Dynamic Range: >109 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Frequency Response: +0.30 -0 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Headphone Out: 1/8 Mini stereo jack

Control Interfaces
USB-B for Preset Management, Firmware Updates and audio I O
Pedal: 1/4 TRS phone jack
Mic Control using TC Helicon MP-75 Microphone or Sennheiser e 835 FX mic

Power
External Power Supply
Mains Voltage Input: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz auto-select
12V DC 0.4A max output
Power Consumption: <14 W

Environment
Operating Temperature: 32 F to 122 F (0 C to 50 C)
Storage Temperature: -22 F to 167 F (-30 C to 70 C)
Humidity: Max. 90 percent non-condensing