Vocal FX was established in 2003. Originally a men's chorus, Vocal FX, along with its associated quartets such as the 2014 International Quartet Champions, Musical Island Boys, found great success and a huge passion for the barbershop craft.
In 2021, Vocal FX took a bold step in the world of barbershop by transitioning into an all-voices chorus - one of the earliest groups to do so. The group continues on as an integrated community, welcoming all singers with a passion for harmony.
Accolades achieved by Vocal FX over the years include:
BHNZ National Champions
- 2006 - scoring 76.5%
- 2007 - scoring 80.5%
- 2009 - scoring 87.3%
- 2010 - scoring 84.3%
- 2012 - scoring 83.7%
- 2013 - scoring 84.7%
- 2014 - scoring 85.5%
- 2015 - scoring 84.9%
- 2016 - scoring 85.8%
- 2018 - scoring 87.8%
- 2023 - scoring 85.1%
BHS Internationals
- 2007 - 11th place
- 2009 - 10th place
- 2011 - 7th place
- 2014 - 10th place
- 2016 - 6th place
- 2018 - 9th place
World Choir Games 2024
- Folklore and Indigenous Music with Accompaniment category - gold medalists
- Pop Choirs category - World Champions
