The Univox Hi-Flier is a Univox electric guitar, currently around $569. Close alternatives include the Höfner Club 50 and the Washburn N4. It pairs well with the Vox AC30 Guitar Combo Amp and the Vox AC15CH Custom 15W Head.
Univox Hi-Flier
Univox · electric guitar
The Univox Hi-Flier is a true gem for those who appreciate the raw, vintage sound of the late '60s and early '70s. Originally debuting in 1969, this solid body electric guitar is celebrated for its distinctive, retro vibe and classic tonal versatility. Designed during an era of musical revolution, the Hi-Flier stands out with its sleek, lightweight body and a three-way pickup selector that offers a range of sonic possibilities—from warm, mellow tones to bright, crisp highs. This guitar's enduring appeal lies in its ability to adapt to various playing styles, making it a favorite among both seasoned musicians and emerging artists. Its unique combination of classic design and modern playability ensures that it not only looks the part but also delivers outstanding performance on stage or in the studio. Whether you're channeling the sounds of yesteryear or pushing the boundaries of modern rock, the Univox Hi-Flier provides the perfect platform to express your musical creativity.
- sustain
- musical
- classic sound
- sparkle
- classic tonal versatility
- modern
- rock
- platform
Price updated Aug 24, 2026
Genres the Univox Hi-Flier is commonly used in
- Rock
Amps that pair well with the Univox Hi-Flier
Vox AC30 Guitar Combo Amp
Vox
35% matchOne documented rig runs a Hi-Flier into an AC30 — the amp's bright, chiming British sparkle suits the guitar's own classic, sparkly sustain. — also used together by 1 artist
Vox AC15CH Custom 15W Head
Vox
34% matchThe AC15CH's sweet, treble-forward breakup gives the Hi-Flier's classic, sparkly sustain a genuinely vintage amp to push.
Matchless Lightning Reverb
Matchless
34% matchThe Hi-Flier's sparkly, classic-voiced pickups play well into the Lightning Reverb's own chime, keeping the amp's breakup articulate rather than muddy.
Vox AC15C2 Custom 2-Channel 15W 2x12 Combo
Vox
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Dr. Z Amplification Z-Wreck Head
amplifier
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Bad Cat Hot Cat 45-Watt
Bad Cat
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Bad Cat *PRE Order* Hot Cat Head
Bad Cat
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Vox MV50 AC SET
Vox
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Pedals that stack with the Univox Hi-Flier
Catalinbread Galileo
Catalinbread
29% matchThe Hi-Flier's sparkling, classic pickups give the Galileo's bright, pickup-tuned boost a musical front end to build on.
Dallas Rangemaster Treble Booster
Dallas
26% matchThe Hi-Flier's classic single-coil sparkle gets an extra push from the Rangemaster's germanium boost without losing that vintage bite.
Carl Martin AC-Tone
Carl Martin
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
JHS Pedals JHS AC+
JHS Pedals
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Tech 21 SansAmp Oxford
Tech 21
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Universal Audio Uafx Ruby '63 Top Boost Amplifier
Universal Audio
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Knight Audio Technologies Kat-STB
pedal
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Vox V847 Wah
Vox
tonal matchVoiced for Vox-style amps
Cheaper alternatives
Boutique & premium upgrades
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Höfner Club 50
electric guitar
96% similaritysimilar tone character
Washburn N4
Washburn
95% similaritysimilar tone character
Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar
Ampeg
94% similaritysimilar tone character
Fender Stratocaster
Fender
94% similaritysimilar tone character
Ernie Ball Music Man Luke
Ernie Ball
94% similaritysimilar tone character
PRS McCarty Model Electric Guitar
electric guitar
93% similaritysimilar tone character
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Questions people ask
What are good alternatives to the Univox Hi-Flier?+
The closest matches in character are the Höfner Club 50, the Washburn N4, the Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar. Budget picks: Yamaha Pacifica 1421. Boutique upgrades: Fender Custom Shop David Gilmour Signature Stratocaster, Fender American Stratocaster Left Handed - Black.
What pairs well with the Univox Hi-Flier?+
Strong matches from rig and tone-complementarity evidence: Vox AC30 Guitar Combo Amp, Vox AC15CH Custom 15W Head, Matchless Lightning Reverb — One documented rig runs a Hi-Flier into an AC30 — the amp's bright, chiming British sparkle suits the guitar's own classic, sparkly sustain. — also used together by 1 artist.
How much does the Univox Hi-Flier cost?+
Around $569 (live listing price, updated Aug 24, 2026).