Evh 5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head BK
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Evh
5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head BK
Product Info
Article Number:
428441
Brand:
Evh
Model:
5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head BK
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$1,483.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 5150 III 50W head is a serious contender for players chasing that iconic high-gain crunch. The 6L6 tubes give it a slightly smoother edge than the earlier models, making it surprisingly versatile – from searing leads to chunky rhythm. It’s a premium-priced amp ideal for gigging musicians and studio work who want a taste of the EVH legacy.
Product Description
- Evh 5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head BK
- Full-Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- 3 Channels
- Power output: 50 W
- Tube equipment: 2x 6L6 and 7x JJ ECC83S (12AX7)
- Channels 1 and 2: Separate volume and gain controls via dual concentric potentiometers
- common low
- mid and high controls
- Channel 3 with its own gain
- volume and EQ controls
- Global presence and resonance for all 3 channels
- Effect loop with volume control
- 2 Loudspeaker outputs with impedance switch (4
- 8 and 16 Ohm)
- MIDI input
- Headphone output
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 21.6 x 50.8 x 30.4 cm
- Weight: 11.4 kg
- Colour: Black
- Includes foot switch
PROS
- • Killer high-gain tones reminiscent of Eddie Van Halen's signature sound
- • 6L6 power tubes deliver a warmer, more rounded response than EL34's
- • Robust build quality with a sturdy chassis and reliable components
- • Versatile 3-channel design caters to rhythm, lead, and clean tones
CONS
- • The 50W output might be limiting for larger stage environments
- • Limited EQ flexibility compared to more complex, modern amp designs
- • The black finish can be a fingerprint magnet and show wear easily
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
50
Tubes
2x 6L6, 7x JJ ECC83S (12AX7)
Channels
3
Effects
Effect loop with volume control
Speaker Output
4, 8, and 16 Ohm
Weight
11.4 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 6L6s provide a warmer, rounder, and slightly less aggressive tone than the EL34s, resulting in a more manageable high-end and a fuller low-end.
Yes, the included foot switch controls channel selection and allows for on-the-fly switching between the three channels.
The MIDI input allows for external control over preset changes and other functions, integrating the amp into a more complex rig – a useful feature for live performance.
