EVH 5150 Iconic Series 80W Head Ivory 230V Eur
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Historical context and positioning in the lineup
The EVH 5150 Iconic series continues the legacy of the 5150 amps, which have become a benchmark for modern rock and hard rock, offering a more accessible approach while retaining the "high-gain" DNA that has defined decades of stage and studio tones. Inspired by the EVH 5150III lineage, this Iconic version emphasizes efficiency, versatility, and ease of use, with a design credited to amp engineer James Brown.
Who this amp is for
This head is aimed at the intermediate to advanced guitarist who wants a true all-tube response and an amp capable of handling rehearsals, gigs, and recording. It excels in styles where the attack must remain clear despite high gain: hard rock, metal, punchy alternative rock, and all lead approaches seeking sustain and presence. In the studio, the emulated DI XLR and noise gate help achieve clean, controlled takes quickly, while live the footswitchable boost allows you to cut through the mix without changing your entire settings balance.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Reverb, Boost, Preamp, Noise Gate | Attenuator | Yes |
| Category | Guitar amp head | Category | Amplifier |
| Technology | Tubes | Number of channels | 2 |
| Effects loop | Yes | EQ | 3 channels |
| Amp tubes | 6L6, 4 x 6L6 | Color | White |
| Pre-amp tubes | 2 x 12AX7 | Power output | 80 W |
Questions frequently asked
EVH 5150 Iconic 80W Head: can it be used for direct recording?
Thanks to its emulated DI XLR output and the power amp mute, this head allows direct sending to a recording system or the front of house.
What sounds do the two channels offer?
The green channel combines a gain setting with an Overdrive switch, to go from clean to crunch. The red channel features a Burn mode, designed for lead saturation and aggressive rhythms.
What power and attenuation modes are available?
The power is 80 W with four 6L6 tubes in the power section. A switch reduces the power to 1/4 to adjust the volume level. The rectifier is solid state.
Which cabinets are compatible with this EVH head?
The two speaker outputs on 6.35 mm jack are wired in parallel and accept impedances of 4, 8, or 16 ohms.
Is there a boost, reverb, and noise gate?
This head includes a footswitchable Master Boost with up to +10 dB. A global reverb is available, while a fast-attack noise gate acts on channel 2.
