Diezel Herbert EL34 MKIII

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Diezel Herbert EL34 MKIII

Diezel

Herbert EL34 MKIII

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Product Info

Article Number: 551595
Brand: Diezel
Model: Herbert EL34 MKIII
Price: $3,179.00

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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

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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.

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