Diezel Herbert EL34 MKIII
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Diezel
Herbert EL34 MKIII
Product Info
Article Number:
551595
Brand:
Diezel
Model:
Herbert EL34 MKIII
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$3,179.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Herbert EL34 MKIII is a powerhouse amp, delivering Diezel’s signature high-gain sound with incredible flexibility. It’s a dream for metal and progressive rock players who demand a wide range of tones and precise control, but be prepared for the maintenance commitment that comes with EL34 tubes.
Product Description
- Diezel Herbert EL34 MKIII
- Tube Head For Electric Guitars
- 3 Fully independent channels
- including separate EQs
- Power: 180 Watts
- For perfectly selected sounds at any output level
- Preamp tubes: 5 x 12AX7
- Power tubes: 6 x EL34
- Channel 1 controls: Volume
- treble
- middle
- bass
- gain
- Channel 2 controls: Volume
- treble
- middle
- bass
- Channel 3 controls: Volume
- treble
- middle
- bass
- Mid cut: Intensity level
- Master: Volume 2
- presence
- deep
- volume 1
- Parallel loop level
- Switches: Channel switch
- ch.2 +/-
- loop
- mute
- store
- Channels & Ch.2 +/- switchable via Midi
- Input: 6.3 mm Jack
- 3 Effects loop
- Serial FX loop send & return: 2 x 6.3 mm Jack
- Parallel FX loop send & return: 2 x 6.3 mm Jack
- Switchable FX loop send & return: 2 x 6.3 mm Jack
- Footswitch boost: 6.3 mm Jack
- Speaker outputs: 16 Ohm
- 8 / 2x16 Ohm and 4 / 2x8 Ohm via 6.3 mm jack
- Tuner out: 6.3 mm jack
- Compensated out: 6.3 mm jack
- Midi In & Thru: 2 x 5-pin DIN
- Footswitch: XLR female
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 740 x 280 x 270 mm
- Weight: 25 kg
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Exceptional gain range, from pristine cleans to modern high-gain tones
- • Diezel’s signature tight, punchy low-end response is remarkably present
- • Independent EQ and volume controls per channel offer incredible tonal sculpting
- • Robust, road-worthy construction with premium components ensures long-term reliability
CONS
- • The sheer number of options can be overwhelming for less experienced users
- • The EL34 tubes demand frequent biasing and careful maintenance
- • High-end pricing puts it out of reach for many players
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
180
Tubes
5 x 12AX7 preamp, 6 x EL34 power
Channels
3
Effects
3 x FX loops (Serial, Parallel, Switchable)
Speaker Output
4 x 6.3 mm
Weight
Approximately 55 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The MKIII refines the original’s sound with a tighter low-end and more articulate high-end, while retaining its core aggressive character.
A high-efficiency speaker with a 12-15 inch driver will handle the power and deliver the best results; consider something with a balanced frequency response.
Yes, the parallel loop preserves the original signal, making it ideal for those types of effects without losing gain or clarity.
