Evh 5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head IV
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Evh
5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head IV
Product Info
Article Number:
428442
Brand:
Evh
Model:
5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head IV
Category:
Tube Guitar Heads
Price:
$1,461.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 5150 III is a serious contender for players chasing that iconic Eddie Van Halen sound. The 6L6 power section brings a warmth and sustain that's perfect for high-gain rhythm and screaming leads, and the three channels give you a surprising amount of tonal flexibility. It’s a premium-priced amp, but delivers a lot of bang for your buck if you’re after that signature tone.
Product Description
- Evh 5150 III 50 W 6L6 Head IV
- Full Tube Amp Head for Electric Guitar
- 3 Channels
- Power output: 50 W
- Tube equipment: 2 x 6L6 and 7 x JJ ECC83S (12AX7)
- Channel 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 29.4 cm
- Weight: 15.3 kg
- Colour: Ivory
- Includes foot switch
PROS
- • The 6L6 power tubes deliver a warm, harmonically rich high-gain tone.
- • JJ ECC83S tubes provide excellent headroom and dynamic response.
- • Three distinct channels offer versatility from clean to searing lead tones.
- • Solid build quality with robust components, reflecting EVH’s commitment to durability.
CONS
- • The 50W output might be limiting for larger stage or band settings.
- • The Ivory finish, while classic, can be a fingerprint magnet.
- • The EQ isn't as flexible as some modern amp designs, limiting nuanced tonal shaping.
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Key Features
Power (Watts)
50
Tubes
2 x 6L6, 7 x JJ ECC83S (12AX7)
Channels
3
Effects
Effect loop with volume control
Speaker Output
4, 8, 16 Ohm
Weight
15.3 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 50W version is noticeably quieter, but still provides ample headroom for most gigging situations; it’s more manageable for smaller venues and recording.
Each channel has a distinct character; Channel 1 is cleaner, Channel 2 is a medium gain crunch, and Channel 3 is the high-gain beast, but they can be blended for more complex tones.
A Celestion Vintage 30 or similar high-output speaker would really complement the amp's character, bringing out its punch and clarity.
